Longview Child Development Center
601 W GARFIELD DR, Longview, TX 75602 · Gregg County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 105
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:30 AM-05:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Joshua Harper
- Phone
- (903) 803-5780
- Regulated since
- Mar 13, 1996
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 107998 · number 247802
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 0 | Staff background & training (2), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 18 | 6 | Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (4), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (2), Other (4) |
| 2024 | 14 | 2 | Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (4) |
| 2023 | 26 | 12 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Discipline & child guidance (8), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (6), Other (4) |
| 2022 | 26 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Illness & medication (4), Supervision & ratios (6), Safety & premises (2), Food & allergies (2), Other (6) |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jul 9, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 9, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 7, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 7, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 16, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 16, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 14, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During inspection required training was not available for review.
HHSC 746.1311(e) — Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-09. Correction verified 2025-12-29.
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Other
HHSC 746.201(2) — Written Personnel Policies
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-09. Correction verified 2025-12-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jan 14, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During inspection required training was not available for review.
HHSC 746.1311(e) — Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-09. Correction verified 2025-12-29.
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Other
HHSC 746.201(2) — Written Personnel Policies
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-09. Correction verified 2025-12-29.
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Staff background & training
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Aug 26, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 26, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 30, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Multiple staff members did not have the required training hours for review during the insepction.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-30. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Food & allergies
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. A caregiver was observed using food as a reward.
HHSC 746.3301(h) — Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Other
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. A potty-chair was not sanitized after use with urine still sitting inside of it.
HHSC 746.3407(5) — Sanitize Potty-Chairs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Safety & premises
Multiple children's records were missing the address information for either a physician or an emergency facility.
HHSC 746.605(10) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-14. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Records & paperwork
Multiple children's records were missing the child's full address information.
HHSC 746.605(2) — Required Admission Information - Address and Phone Number
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-14. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jun 30, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Multiple staff members did not have the required training hours for review during the insepction.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-30. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Food & allergies
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. A caregiver was observed using food as a reward.
HHSC 746.3301(h) — Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Other
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. A potty-chair was not sanitized after use with urine still sitting inside of it.
HHSC 746.3407(5) — Sanitize Potty-Chairs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Safety & premises
Multiple children's records were missing the address information for either a physician or an emergency facility.
HHSC 746.605(10) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-14. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Records & paperwork
Multiple children's records were missing the child's full address information.
HHSC 746.605(2) — Required Admission Information - Address and Phone Number
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-14. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 3, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
One caregiver was present at inspection without a background check. This was corrected at inspection as the caregiver was sent home and the operation submitted the individuals background check request.
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 2025-06-03. Correction verified 2025-06-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 3, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
One caregiver was present at inspection without a background check. This was corrected at inspection as the caregiver was sent home and the operation submitted the individuals background check request.
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 2025-06-03. Correction verified 2025-06-13.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 31, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. It was determined that staff in one classroom failed to demonstrate good judgement when they allowed children to use the restroom in a bucket inside the classroom.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-06-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. It was determined that a caregiver has yelled at children as a method of discipline. This caregiver is no longer employed by the operation.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-06-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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May 31, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. It was determined that staff in one classroom failed to demonstrate good judgement when they allowed children to use the restroom in a bucket inside the classroom.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-06-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. It was determined that a caregiver has yelled at children as a method of discipline. This caregiver is no longer employed by the operation.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-06-30.
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Other Serious
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Mar 6, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 6, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 23, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The loose fill under the playscape was not at the required depth and grass was seen growing out as well.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(2) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-03-06.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jan 23, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The loose fill under the playscape was not at the required depth and grass was seen growing out as well.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(2) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-03-06.
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Safety & premises
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May 29, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 29, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 need a statement they are healthy to be in care from their physician.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-05. Correction verified 2024-02-29.
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Records & paperwork
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Feb 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 need a statement they are healthy to be in care from their physician.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-05. Correction verified 2024-02-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Jan 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Four staff files were reviewed and two do not have required CPR/1st aid training available for revieiw.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-15. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Staff background & training
Four personnel files were reviewed and the following training was not available: #2 and #4 do not have training available for review.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-15. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
A current fire inspection was not available.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-07. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Safety & premises
Ten children's files were reviewed and the following information was not available: Child #4 needs an address for the emergency contact person All 10 children need the new special care statement completed and signed Child #6 parent needs to sign emergency care authorization Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 need a statement they are healthy to be in care from their physician.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-07. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Safety & premises
An emergency practices document was not available for the previous year.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-07. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Records & paperwork
Four personnel records were reviewed and #1 does not have an affidavit on file.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-01-24. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jan 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Four staff files were reviewed and two do not have required CPR/1st aid training available for revieiw.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-15. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Staff background & training
Four personnel files were reviewed and the following training was not available: #2 and #4 do not have training available for review.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-15. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
A current fire inspection was not available.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-07. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Safety & premises
Ten children's files were reviewed and the following information was not available: Child #4 needs an address for the emergency contact person All 10 children need the new special care statement completed and signed Child #6 parent needs to sign emergency care authorization Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 need a statement they are healthy to be in care from their physician.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-07. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Safety & premises
An emergency practices document was not available for the previous year.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-07. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Records & paperwork
Four personnel records were reviewed and #1 does not have an affidavit on file.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-01-24. Correction verified 2024-02-20.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 8, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 8, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 3, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 3, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 15, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation, it is determined that a caregiver did substantially harm a child by using excessive force of dragging the child across the room by one arm and then restraining the child in a chair for punishment for over 30 minutes.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
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Discipline & child guidance
During the abuse/neglect investigation a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During the abuse/neglect investigation a caregiver was observed dragging a child by the arm across the room.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During an abuse/neglect investigation it was observed that a caregiver strapped a child into a restrictive device for at least 30 minutes.
HHSC 746.2805(8) — Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 15, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation, it is determined that a caregiver did substantially harm a child by using excessive force of dragging the child across the room by one arm and then restraining the child in a chair for punishment for over 30 minutes.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
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Discipline & child guidance
During the abuse/neglect investigation a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During the abuse/neglect investigation a caregiver was observed dragging a child by the arm across the room.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During an abuse/neglect investigation it was observed that a caregiver strapped a child into a restrictive device for at least 30 minutes.
HHSC 746.2805(8) — Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-11-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 24, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During inspection, wall borders at bottom have come loose and need to be repaired or removed.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-24. Correction verified 2023-09-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jul 24, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During inspection, wall borders at bottom have come loose and need to be repaired or removed.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-24. Correction verified 2023-09-13.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jun 15, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 15, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 19, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During the DFPS investigation it was determined that a child was slapped on the hand by one caregiver and pushed in the chest area by another caregiver.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-24.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the DFPS investigation it was determined that the operation did not notify CCR that a child was inappropriately disciplined.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-24.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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May 19, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During the DFPS investigation it was determined that a child was slapped on the hand by one caregiver and pushed in the chest area by another caregiver.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-24.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the DFPS investigation it was determined that the operation did not notify CCR that a child was inappropriately disciplined.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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May 11, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During inspection 6 personnel file were missing the following training: SIDS/Shaken Baby/Brain Development for infants Hazardous Materials Training Food Allergies Training Emegency Preparedness Training 1st aid/cpr Training
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-06-08. Correction verified 2023-06-21.
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Supervision & ratios
The parent handbook is missing required information.
HHSC 746.501(a)(1) — Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-06-02. Correction verified 2023-06-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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May 11, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During inspection 6 personnel file were missing the following training: SIDS/Shaken Baby/Brain Development for infants Hazardous Materials Training Food Allergies Training Emegency Preparedness Training 1st aid/cpr Training
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-06-08. Correction verified 2023-06-21.
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Supervision & ratios
The parent handbook is missing required information.
HHSC 746.501(a)(1) — Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-06-02. Correction verified 2023-06-21.
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Staff background & training
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Apr 28, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During the inspection it was found that a person with a pending background check had at times been watching classrooms with children while the caregivers were on break.
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 2023-04-30. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
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Other
During the inspection multiple caregivers stated that no one was left in charge while the acting director was away from the facility.
HHSC 746.1013(a) — Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-28. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
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Other
During the walk through I observed two caregivers on their personal phones.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-28. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
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Safety & premises
During the walk through I observed a plugged in power strip lying on the counter of a sink inside of a classroom.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-28. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 28, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During the inspection it was found that a person with a pending background check had at times been watching classrooms with children while the caregivers were on break.
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 2023-04-30. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
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Other
During the inspection multiple caregivers stated that no one was left in charge while the acting director was away from the facility.
HHSC 746.1013(a) — Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-28. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
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Other
During the walk through I observed two caregivers on their personal phones.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-28. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
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Safety & premises
During the walk through I observed a plugged in power strip lying on the counter of a sink inside of a classroom.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-28. Correction verified 2023-05-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During inspection the safety practices document was not available for the current year.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-21.
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Safety & premises
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Jul 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During inspection the safety practices document was not available for the current year.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Apr 14, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 14, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 5, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection a toilet that children use was observed to be clogged with waste. When asked caregivers stated this toilet has been in this manner for over a week.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-05. Correction verified 2022-04-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Apr 5, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection a toilet that children use was observed to be clogged with waste. When asked caregivers stated this toilet has been in this manner for over a week.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-05. Correction verified 2022-04-14.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 23, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 23, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 17, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During my inspection I observed one of the rooms was not cleaned the night before making the teacher complete janitorial duties leading to the room getting out of control.
HHSC 746.1203(6) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-17. Correction verified 2022-03-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 17, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During my inspection I observed one of the rooms was not cleaned the night before making the teacher complete janitorial duties leading to the room getting out of control.
HHSC 746.1203(6) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-17. Correction verified 2022-03-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 3, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During my inspection I observed a child playing in a room by themselves with no caregiver supervision for around 5 minutes.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Other
During the inspection I observed a classroom with a child under two years old watching television.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-03.
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Food & allergies
While observing video for the investigation I observed the children watching television for 3 hours. This screen time also overlapped meal time for breakfast at 9:00AM.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(3) — Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation could not provide a sigh-in and sign-out log.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 3, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During my inspection I observed a child playing in a room by themselves with no caregiver supervision for around 5 minutes.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Other
During the inspection I observed a classroom with a child under two years old watching television.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-03.
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Food & allergies
While observing video for the investigation I observed the children watching television for 3 hours. This screen time also overlapped meal time for breakfast at 9:00AM.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(3) — Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation could not provide a sigh-in and sign-out log.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Feb 28, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection I observed a room of children with the youngest being 14 months old and the oldest being 4 years old. This was a 34 month age gap between the youngest and oldest child in care.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 28, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection I observed a room of children with the youngest being 14 months old and the oldest being 4 years old. This was a 34 month age gap between the youngest and oldest child in care.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-03. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 9, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
Based off a DFPS Investigation this Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance. The caregiver demonstrated poor judgement when they picked up a toddler and slung them onto their nap mat.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-30. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Other
Based on a DFPS Investigation this Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance. A caregiver was found to have placed a blanket over a toddlers head during naptime.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-30. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Other Serious
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Feb 9, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
Based off a DFPS Investigation this Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance. The caregiver demonstrated poor judgement when they picked up a toddler and slung them onto their nap mat.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-30. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Other
Based on a DFPS Investigation this Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance. A caregiver was found to have placed a blanket over a toddlers head during naptime.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-30. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Other Serious
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Jan 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 19, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 19, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the walk through I observed the ceiling and wall in the cafeteria had water damage. This damage caused the paint and parts of the wall the crumble when touched. I also observed in the Pre-K room part of the wall exposed allowing children to peel at it.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-01-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jan 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the walk through I observed the ceiling and wall in the cafeteria had water damage. This damage caused the paint and parts of the wall the crumble when touched. I also observed in the Pre-K room part of the wall exposed allowing children to peel at it.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-01-21.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jan 11, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
During the investigation it was found that the operation was not reporting Covid-19 cases to CCR withing the required time frame.
HHSC 746.305(a)(4) — Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-13. Correction verified 2022-01-21.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation it was found that parents were not being notified of Covid-19 cases within the required time frame.
HHSC 746.307(d) — Parental Notification of Communicable Disease
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-13. Correction verified 2022-01-21.
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Illness & medication
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Jan 11, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
During the investigation it was found that the operation was not reporting Covid-19 cases to CCR withing the required time frame.
HHSC 746.305(a)(4) — Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-13. Correction verified 2022-01-21.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation it was found that parents were not being notified of Covid-19 cases within the required time frame.
HHSC 746.307(d) — Parental Notification of Communicable Disease
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-13. Correction verified 2022-01-21.
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Illness & medication
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Oct 12, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During the inspection 8 Personnel Records were observed, out of those 8 records 6 of them did not have currecnt First-Aid/CPR.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-26. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, out of the 10 6 of these records did not have the full Emergency Contact information. 5 of these records were also missing the child's date of admission and their Special Needs statement, and 5 of the records were missing a full address for the Emergency Medical Attention.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-19. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Oct 12, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During the inspection 8 Personnel Records were observed, out of those 8 records 6 of them did not have currecnt First-Aid/CPR.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-26. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, out of the 10 6 of these records did not have the full Emergency Contact information. 5 of these records were also missing the child's date of admission and their Special Needs statement, and 5 of the records were missing a full address for the Emergency Medical Attention.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-19. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Staff background & training
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