Brainstorm Childcare Learning Center
1301 SANTA FE ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78404 · Nueces County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 95
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Irene Valverde
- Phone
- (361) 500-4531
- Regulated since
- Aug 22, 2018
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1300414 · number 1669832
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 38 | 15 | Cleanliness & sanitation (3), Supervision & ratios (11), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (11), Other (5) |
| 2024 | 7 | 1 | Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (2), Staff background & training (4) |
| 2023 | 24 | 11 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (9), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (3), Records & paperwork (1), Other (6) |
| 2022 | 7 | 3 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Other (1) |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | Supervision & ratios (1), Discipline & child guidance (2), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 28, 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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Aug 13, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 13, 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 1, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 1, 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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Jun 25, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 25, 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 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 23, 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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Apr 15, 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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Apr 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 14, 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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Apr 14, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 18, 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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Feb 18, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
3 out of 12 staff records evalauted were missing one or more of the following annual training topics in their training year: Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-24. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Staff background & training
The directors record evaluated was missing the one annual clock hour from the following topics: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), Understanding early childhood brain development.
HHSC 746.1311(d) — Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-21. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Safety & premises Serious
The 2 year-olds & up playground had four screws protruding on the side paneling of the playground.
HHSC 746.4601(4) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-11-18.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not conducted monthly inspections of active play space and equipment to ensure hazards were not present.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-18. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Nov 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 21, 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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Oct 21, 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.
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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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Aug 14, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
A caregiver was missing 15 clock hours out of the 24 clock hours of required annual training for training year 2/22/2024 - 2/21/2025. A second caregiver was missing annual training for training year 1/24/2024 - 1/23/2025 on the following topics: (1) Emergency preparedness; (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (3) Administering medication; (4) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (5) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (6) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?). A third caregiver was missing annual training for training year 1/2/2024 - 1/1/2025 on the following topics: (1) Administering medication; (2) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (3) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-04. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver did not have current training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. The certificate available for reivew had a renewal date of 3/12/2025.
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 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-08-22.
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Safety & premises
A wooden play structure was observed with chipping paint in the pre-k/School-Aged outdoor playground. Chipping paint was observed on several walls in one of two toddler rooms. This posed a safety/health hazard as the areas with chipping paint were accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-18.
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies reviewed did not include information on Parent's rights.
HHSC 746.501(a)(20) — Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-15. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Staff background & training
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Aug 14, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
1 of 6 personnel records reviewed was missing a Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations (Form 2912).
HHSC 746.1105(4) — Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-08-15. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver was missing 15 clock hours out of the 24 clock hours of required annual training for training year 2/22/2024 - 2/21/2025. A second caregiver was missing annual training for training year 1/24/2024 - 1/23/2025 on the following topics: (1) Emergency preparedness; (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (3) Administering medication; (4) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (5) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (6) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?). A third caregiver was missing annual training for training year 1/2/2024 - 1/1/2025 on the following topics: (1) Administering medication; (2) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (3) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-04. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver did not have current training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. The certificate available for reivew had a renewal date of 3/12/2025.
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 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-08-22.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver did not have current training on pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The certificate available for review had a renewal date of 3/12/2025.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-08-22.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver completed their pediatric CPR training online.
HHSC 746.1315(b)(1) — CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-08-22.
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant between 0-11 months of age was observed asleep in a restrictive device (bouncer) for an undetermined amount of time.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(2) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-14. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Safety & premises
A wooden play structure was observed with chipping paint in the pre-k/School-Aged outdoor playground. Chipping paint was observed on several walls in one of two toddler rooms. This posed a safety/health hazard as the areas with chipping paint were accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-18.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The diaper changing mat in one of the infant rooms was torn. This created the diaper changing mat to become absorbent and hard to clean.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Other
A list of current employees was not posted.
HHSC 746.401(9) — Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-08-15. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies reviewed did not include information on Parent's rights.
HHSC 746.501(a)(20) — Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-15. 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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Jul 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 15, 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 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Based on the information obtained during the investigation a caregiver did not wash children's hands with soap and water after outdoor activities in the toddler room.
HHSC 746.3419 — Handwashing Procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-01. Correction verified 2025-07-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jun 2, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when the caregiver roughly picked up a child by the arms on multiple occasions.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-01. Correction verified 2025-07-15.
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Staff background & training Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined a caregiver used inappropriate treatment of a child by restraining a child on multiple occasions. Which prevented the child?s ability to crawl away from caregiver.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-01. Correction verified 2025-07-15.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation did not notify Child Care Regulation about an incident which involved a child at risk for possible injury or harm by a caregiver.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-01. Correction verified 2025-07-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jun 2, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when the caregiver roughly picked up a child by the arms on multiple occasions.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-01. Correction verified 2025-07-15.
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Other Serious
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Mar 12, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of four staff was missing training for communicable diseases, administering medication, building and premises safety, hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation's last health inspection was conducted in September 2023.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-19. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation's last fire inspection was in September 2023.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-03-19. Correction verified 2025-03-18.
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Safety & premises
The emergency preparedness plan located in the parental handbook did not address the items required in 746.5202 (1-5). The information that was missing included a physical address, how children with limited mobility or who are under 24 months will be evacuated, how staff will continue to care for children until parents arrive, how staff will communicate with parents, the information that needs to be taken with them in the event of an emergency, and evacuation, shelter in place, and lock down procedures.
HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Mar 12, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation's last health inspection was conducted in September 2023.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-19. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Safety & premises
The emergency preparedness plan located in the parental handbook did not address the items required in 746.5202 (1-5). The information that was missing included a physical address, how children with limited mobility or who are under 24 months will be evacuated, how staff will continue to care for children until parents arrive, how staff will communicate with parents, the information that needs to be taken with them in the event of an emergency, and evacuation, shelter in place, and lock down procedures.
HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 10, 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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Feb 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 31, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one caregiver was viewed on video footage taking toys away from children and throwing them across the room.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-02-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one caregiver was observed on video footage leaving a classroom with infants/toddlers up to five times within an eight-minute period while children were napping.
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 2025-03-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, staff used highchairs to restrain children as a form of discipline. Multiple children were observed in high chairs for a minimum of 18 minutes to approximately 2 hours. Children were also observed being taken out of a highchair and then put back into a different highchair while other children were napping. One staff was also observed using an inappropriate tone when speaking to children. One staff was observed in the classroom playing with children and was not interacting with two children/infants in highchairs.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-03-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to report an incident in which children were left in highchairs for disciplinary reasons. The operation also failed to report that one 4 yr. old child was left outside unsupervised for approximately 4 minutes.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-03-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Other Serious
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Jan 31, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one caregiver was viewed on video footage taking toys away from children and throwing them across the room.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-02-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one caregiver was observed on video footage leaving a classroom with infants/toddlers up to five times within an eight-minute period while children were napping.
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 2025-03-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, staff used highchairs to restrain children as a form of discipline. Multiple children were observed in high chairs for a minimum of 18 minutes to approximately 2 hours. Children were also observed being taken out of a highchair and then put back into a different highchair while other children were napping. One staff was also observed using an inappropriate tone when speaking to children. One staff was observed in the classroom playing with children and was not interacting with two children/infants in highchairs.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-03-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to report an incident in which children were left in highchairs for disciplinary reasons. The operation also failed to report that one 4 yr. old child was left outside unsupervised for approximately 4 minutes.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-03-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A 17 month old did not have their diaper changed between the hours of 10am-2:30pm.
HHSC 746.3501(1) — Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-03. Correction verified 2025-03-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jul 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 16, 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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Jul 3, 2024 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 3, 2024 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A review of the background check information for an employee showed that personal information contained an email that did not belong to the employee and resulted in disclosure of personal information to an incorrect email address.
HHSC 745.619 — Background Check Requirements - Submit All Identifying Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-07-03. Correction verified 2024-07-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
4 out of the 10 staff records reviewed, were missing required annual training hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-22. Correction verified 2024-05-22.
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Supervision & ratios
4 out of the 10 children's records reviewed, did not have a current health care statment from the doctor.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-05-22. Correction verified 2024-05-22.
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Staff background & training
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May 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
4 out of the 10 staff records reviewed, were missing required annual training hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-22. Correction verified 2024-05-22.
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Staff background & training
The director was missing the following annual training hours: shaken baby syndrome and abustive head trauma, early brain development, sudden infant death syndrome.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-22. Correction verified 2024-05-22.
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Illness & medication
One out of the 10 children's records reviewed, did not have an immunization record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-17. Correction verified 2024-05-17.
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Supervision & ratios
4 out of the 10 children's records reviewed, did not have a current health care statment from the doctor.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-05-22. Correction verified 2024-05-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Apr 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 4, 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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Mar 25, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 25, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 18, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 18, 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 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 20, 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 9, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
In the toddler classroom, the children were observed to be required to stay inactive at the table for two seperate time frames, ranging from 5 to 15 minutes.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-11-09. Correction verified 2023-11-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
In three classrooms, the caregivers did not wash the children's hands after changing their diapers.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-09. Correction verified 2023-11-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Nov 9, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
In the toddler classroom, the children were observed to be required to stay inactive at the table for two seperate time frames, ranging from 5 to 15 minutes.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-11-09. Correction verified 2023-11-20.
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Other Serious
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Nov 7, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Two employees did not use good judgement or self-control when an inappropriate confrontation was conducted in the presence of children, exposing them to inappropriate behavior.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-18.
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Supervision & ratios
A parent was not notified of their child's injury, until after the operation's staff was questioned for information.
HHSC 746.307(c) — Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-18.
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Other Serious
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Nov 7, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Two employees did not use good judgement or self-control when an inappropriate confrontation was conducted in the presence of children, exposing them to inappropriate behavior.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-18.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Two caregivers at the operation used prohibited forms of punishment by grabbing and pulling a child's arm, swatting a child and yelling while redirecting and disciplining two children.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-18.
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Other
A caregiver was observed in two videos, covering a toddler's head with a sheet, while putting the child to sleep during nap time.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-18.
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Supervision & ratios
A parent was not notified of their child's injury, until after the operation's staff was questioned for information.
HHSC 746.307(c) — Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-18.
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Other Serious
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Aug 31, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 31, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 20, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation served foods containing dairy to a child with a diagnosed food allergy.
HHSC 746.3301(i) — Nutrition and Food Service - Must not serve identified foods to allergic child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-08. Correction verified 2023-08-31.
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Supervision & ratios
A complete food allergy emergency plan was not on file at the operation for a child with a known food allergy.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-08. Correction verified 2023-08-31.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 20, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation served foods containing dairy to a child with a diagnosed food allergy.
HHSC 746.3301(i) — Nutrition and Food Service - Must not serve identified foods to allergic child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-08. Correction verified 2023-08-31.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 12, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 12, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
In the infant classroom, a 4 month old infant was observed asleep in a restrictive device.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(1) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-12. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
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Safety & premises
The front entrance door was broken, would lock and not open properly. NOTE: This was corrected at time of inspection.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-07-12.
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Other Serious
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Jun 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 27, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Once the operation's director became aware that a caregiver mistreated a child, the parent was not notified.
HHSC 746.307(b)(4) — Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-26. Correction verified 2023-08-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 27, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A caregiver at the operation used a prohibited form of punishment by slapping the back of a child's head.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-26. Correction verified 2023-08-08.
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Records & paperwork Serious
The director did not notify Childcare Licensing about an incident that involved harm to a child and a situation that placed children at risk of harm.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-26. Correction verified 2023-08-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Once the operation's director became aware that a caregiver mistreated a child, the parent was not notified.
HHSC 746.307(b)(4) — Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-26. Correction verified 2023-08-08.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation's director did not notify the parents that the children were present during a hazardous confrontation between a caregiver and a parent.
HHSC 746.307(c) — Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-26. Correction verified 2023-08-08.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jun 15, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two staff working with children under the age of two years old, did not have current trainings for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Sudden Infant Death Sydrome and Brain Development.
HHSC 746.1305(b) — Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-23. Correction verified 2023-06-30.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not have current CPR and First Aid training.
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 2023-06-23. Correction verified 2023-06-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
In the toddler classroom, two separate groups of toys, were observed accessible to children and pose as a choking hazard.
HHSC 746.2501(5) — Care Requirements for Toddlers - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-15. Correction verified 2023-06-30.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 15, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two staff working with children under the age of two years old, did not have current trainings for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Sudden Infant Death Sydrome and Brain Development.
HHSC 746.1305(b) — Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-23. Correction verified 2023-06-30.
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Staff background & training
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Mar 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 17, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 17, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the DFPS investigation, it was determined that the infant, toddler, and pre-k classrooms were out of ratio.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-21. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 25, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 25, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 21, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 21, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 7, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
At time of inspection, operation did not have a current sanitation inspection on file. The last inspection was dated 4/1/2021. Director has scheduled new inspection.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-21. Correction verified 2022-07-11.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
At time of inspection, there were two classrooms in which caregiver's personal belongings were stored in an unsecured cabinet and accessible to children. There was one classroom that had a spray bottle of bleach water on top of counter next to children's handwashing sink; this bottle was accessible to children in care. NOTE: CORRECTIONS WERE MADE AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 7, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
At time of inspection, operation did not have a current sanitation inspection on file. The last inspection was dated 4/1/2021. Director has scheduled new inspection.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-21. Correction verified 2022-07-11.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
At time of inspection, there were two classrooms in which caregiver's personal belongings were stored in an unsecured cabinet and accessible to children. There was one classroom that had a spray bottle of bleach water on top of counter next to children's handwashing sink; this bottle was accessible to children in care. NOTE: CORRECTIONS WERE MADE AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 6, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
One toddler was not appropriately supervised when caregivers were unaware of the child's presence on the playground.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-10-10. Correction verified 2022-10-25.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 6, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the DFPS investigation, the director transitioned four additional children to the outside playground area without informing her two caregivers that the children were added to the group.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-10-10. Correction verified 2022-10-25.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
One toddler was not appropriately supervised when caregivers were unaware of the child's presence on the playground.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-10-10. Correction verified 2022-10-25.
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Other Serious
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Oct 18, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 18, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 12, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 12, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 21, 2021 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one staff used poor judgment when on the phone for approximately 20 minutes while caring for children.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-10-15. Correction verified 2021-10-18.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one staff member was observed not properly supervising children while children were in care.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-10-15. Correction verified 2021-10-18.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one staff told children they would not get cookies or Cheetos if they did not take a nap. Staff member was also observed clapping at the children to get their attention or getting in their face as well as roughly placing children in chairs and then using her leg to kick the chair under the table. During the investigation inspection, Inspector also observed the staff member kicking toys while in the classroom.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-10-15. Correction verified 2021-10-18.
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Other Serious
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Sep 21, 2021 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one staff used poor judgment when on the phone for approximately 20 minutes while caring for children.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-10-15. Correction verified 2021-10-18.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one staff told children they would not get cookies or Cheetos if they did not take a nap. Staff member was also observed clapping at the children to get their attention or getting in their face as well as roughly placing children in chairs and then using her leg to kick the chair under the table. During the investigation inspection, Inspector also observed the staff member kicking toys while in the classroom.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-10-15. Correction verified 2021-10-18.
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Other Serious
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