Ivy League Preschool
805 RUBY ST, Henderson, TX 75654 · Rusk County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 51
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Vickey Whitt
- Phone
- (903) 657-4642
- Regulated since
- Sep 23, 1997
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 137000 · number 509711
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 3 | Supervision & ratios (3), Safety & premises (1), Records & paperwork (1) |
| 2024 | 12 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (3), Other (3) |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (1), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jul 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 22, 2026 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
This standard was reviewed and re-cited due to the operation not having a current gas leak inspection report.
HHSC 746.5401 — Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-31. Correction verified 2026-07-29.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
During the insepction the last fire inspection was completed in May 2025.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-21.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have the required gas pipe pressure test, the last test was completed in Feb. 2024.
HHSC 746.5401 — Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-02. Correction verified 2026-07-22.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Jun 18, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation. When it was determined that a child was able to run out the front door.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-17. Correction verified 2026-07-28.
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Records & paperwork Serious
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation. It was determined that the daycare did not report a child running out of the door in the required time frame.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-17. Correction verified 2026-07-28.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Dec 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the inspection children were seen in centers during the entire inspection.
HHSC 746.2203(b) — Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-13. Correction verified 2025-01-24.
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Illness & medication
3 out of 5 children's records reviewed were missing the immunization records or affidavit for exemptions.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-27. Correction verified 2025-01-24.
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Safety & premises
4 out of 5 children's records reviewed did not have an address listed for the emergency contact or the emergency medical provider.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-20. Correction verified 2025-01-24.
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Records & paperwork
3 out of 5 children's records reviewed were missing their Health Statements from a medical professional.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-27. Correction verified 2025-01-24.
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Records & paperwork
A time sheet was not completed for all employees for the past 3 months.
HHSC 746.801(5) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-12. Correction verified 2025-01-24.
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Records & paperwork
A playground checklist was not available for review from the past 3 months.
HHSC 746.801(8) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-12. Correction verified 2025-01-24.
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Other
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Jul 10, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 1, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the inspection I observed an advertisement play on YouTube while children watched the television.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(5) — Screen Time Activities - Does not include Advertising or Violence
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-01. Correction verified 2024-07-10.
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Other
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Jun 27, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During the investigation it was found that an individual without a background check was allowed to be present and care for children.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-07-03. Correction verified 2024-07-10.
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Other
During the inspection I observed children using tablets and phones, as well as the television being on for more than one hour. Through my investigation it was also determined that children were exceeding the one hour a day requirement.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(3) — Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-01. Correction verified 2024-07-10.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 30, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An employee with an inactive employment status was observed at the operation caring for children.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-15. Correction verified 2024-01-12.
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Safety & premises
The nap time equipment was observed being set up during other activities, while the children were in the activity space.
HHSC 746.2909(2) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Set Up During Other Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-12. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A trash can with discarded food was observed in the activity space of the children and was accessible.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-12. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 27, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During the inspection 3 staff records were observed that did not have the required training topics or hours requirements.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-28. Correction verified 2023-03-31.
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Safety & premises
The use zone for a stationary climbing structure was observed during the inspection. Two piece of equipment were found to be inside this use zone. This was corrected at inspection.
HHSC 746.4803 — Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-01-27.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection a piece of climbing equipment was observed to have no loose fill material in its use zone. This was corrected at inspection.
HHSC 746.4901(a) — Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-01-27.
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection 6 children's records were observed, out of the 6, 4 of them did not have a completed Emergency Contact Address. 2 did not have the required Hearing and Vision Test. 2 parents did not specify they had received the operational policies, and 3 did not have a completed address for the Emergency Medical Authorization.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-03-31.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 18, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 15, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 15, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During inspection the parent handbook was reviewed and needs to be updated with the following policies: Suspension and expulsion Safe Sleep (a document will be provided) Emergency preparedness plan How you will notify parents of changes in policy or other info they may need
HHSC 746.201(2) — Written Personnel Policies
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-01.
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Supervision & ratios
The parent handbook needs to be updated with the following pertaining to active play: That your operation provides active play both indoor/outdoor Benefits of active play Duration Types of active play Plan for extreme weather
HHSC 746.501(a)(18) — Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-25.
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Discipline & child guidance
Additional information is needed in the parent handbook: Procedure for parent to review or discuss concerns Procedures for parent participation How parents can review the inspection form and access to minimum standards, and Licensing website You will provide a place for breastfeeding Staff is trained in the prevention and awareness of abuse and neglect Notify parents they can visit the center at anytime Gang Free Zone
HHSC 746.501(b)(1) — Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-02-25.
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Safety & premises
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