Kent International Academy
1323 BROOKSTONE, San Antonio, TX 78248 · Bexar County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 77
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Karla Lira
- Phone
- (210) 973-4422
- Regulated since
- Feb 22, 2022
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1385553 · number 1726328
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (4), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 14 | 0 | Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (6), Other (4) |
| 2024 | 52 | 12 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (10), Safety & premises (12), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (14), Records & paperwork (6), Other (6) |
| 2023 | 38 | 6 | Cleanliness & sanitation (8), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (8), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (2), Other (6) |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 10, 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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Sep 10, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 13, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 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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Mar 12, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 12, 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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Jan 28, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
The reviewed operational policies were found to be missing items, such as, Suspension and expulsion of children, Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in subchapter H, Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F, Parent rights that are consistent with the rules in Division 5, Procedures for parents to review and discuss with the child-care center director any questions or concerns about the policies and procedures of the child-care center, Instructions on how a parent may access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, information regarding Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect, (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect, and (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations, Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees, Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.2202, information regarding area being a gang-free zone.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-11. Correction verified 2026-02-11.
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Safety & premises
A child was observed to be sleeping in front of an exterior exit door. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection when the child's mat was moved away from the door.
HHSC 746.2909(1) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-28.
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Other
Current activity plans were not posted in two of the three classrooms. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection when the current lesson plans were posted.
HHSC 746.401(5) — Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-28.
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Supervision & ratios
The licensing Parent Notification Poster, was not posted. Noted: this was corrected when the poster was provided to the operation and was printed and posted on the parent bulletin board in the lobby area.
HHSC 746.401(7) — Posting Requirements - Licensing Parent Notification Poster
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-28.
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Safety & premises Serious
A play structure on the playground was observed to have the rail road ties that were anchored on one side sticking up and were not flush with the metal beam and the other side did not have the anchors at all. Noted: the anchors that were present were hammered down to be flush with the beam.
HHSC 746.4601(5) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-04. Correction verified 2026-02-04.
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Other
A slide structure with a platform of 27 inches was observed to not have the required six inches of loose-fill installed around the structure.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-11. Correction verified 2026-02-06.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jan 28, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
The reviewed operational policies were found to be missing items, such as, Suspension and expulsion of children, Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in subchapter H, Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F, Parent rights that are consistent with the rules in Division 5, Procedures for parents to review and discuss with the child-care center director any questions or concerns about the policies and procedures of the child-care center, Instructions on how a parent may access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, information regarding Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect, (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect, and (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations, Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees, Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.2202, information regarding area being a gang-free zone.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-11. Correction verified 2026-02-11.
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Safety & premises
A child was observed to be sleeping in front of an exterior exit door. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection when the child's mat was moved away from the door.
HHSC 746.2909(1) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-28.
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Other
Current activity plans were not posted in two of the three classrooms. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection when the current lesson plans were posted.
HHSC 746.401(5) — Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-28.
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Supervision & ratios
The licensing Parent Notification Poster, was not posted. Noted: this was corrected when the poster was provided to the operation and was printed and posted on the parent bulletin board in the lobby area.
HHSC 746.401(7) — Posting Requirements - Licensing Parent Notification Poster
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-28.
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Safety & premises Serious
A play structure on the playground was observed to have the rail road ties that were anchored on one side sticking up and were not flush with the metal beam and the other side did not have the anchors at all. Noted: the anchors that were present were hammered down to be flush with the beam.
HHSC 746.4601(5) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-04. Correction verified 2026-02-04.
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Other
A slide structure with a platform of 27 inches was observed to not have the required six inches of loose-fill installed around the structure.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-11. Correction verified 2026-02-06.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Oct 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver, who has been employed over 90 days, did not have current First Aid Certification.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-22. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
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Staff background & training
Per the health and safety audit, the director's training was reviewed and there was no training certificate available for review in the required topic: Medication Administration. Noted: this was corrected during inspection when the Medication Administration training for the current training year was used to cover the missing training in the evaluated year.
HHSC 746.1311(e) — Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-10-08.
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Staff background & training
The director did not have a current First Aid and CPR certification available for review. The certificate that was available was expired as of July 29, 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 2025-10-22. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
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Other
There was not a current Form 2885 signed and avilalble for review. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the CPSC website was reviewed and form 2885 was signed and posted.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-10-08.
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Safety & premises
Three fire extinguisher's tags indicated that they had last been serviced August 2024.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-22. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
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Other
One of the six children's files did not have a parent or physician siged health statement availalbe for review.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-15. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver, who has been employed over 90 days, did not have current First Aid Certification.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-22. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
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Staff background & training
Per the health and safety audit, the director's training was reviewed and there was no training certificate available for review in the required topic: Medication Administration. Noted: this was corrected during inspection when the Medication Administration training for the current training year was used to cover the missing training in the evaluated year.
HHSC 746.1311(e) — Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-10-08.
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Staff background & training
The director did not have a current First Aid and CPR certification available for review. The certificate that was available was expired as of July 29, 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 2025-10-22. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
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Other
There was not a current Form 2885 signed and avilalble for review. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the CPSC website was reviewed and form 2885 was signed and posted.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-10-08.
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Safety & premises
Three fire extinguisher's tags indicated that they had last been serviced August 2024.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-22. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
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Other
One of the six children's files did not have a parent or physician siged health statement availalbe for review.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-15. Correction verified 2025-10-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Apr 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 9, 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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Jan 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 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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Jan 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
An infant was sitting in a highchair without safety straps fastened.
HHSC 746.2407 — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-23. Correction verified 2025-01-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jan 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
An infant was sitting in a highchair without safety straps fastened.
HHSC 746.2407 — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-23. Correction verified 2025-01-15.
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Safety & premises
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Oct 15, 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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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 24, 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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Sep 24, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Recite: A caregiver was observed using her cell phone while caring for two 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 2024-09-10. Correction verified 2024-09-13.
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant under 12 months was observed to be sleeping in a crib with a blanket. Noted: The blanket was removed during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-10. Correction verified 2024-09-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Sep 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Recite: A caregiver was observed using her cell phone while caring for two 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 2024-09-10. Correction verified 2024-09-13.
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant under 12 months was observed to be sleeping in a crib with a blanket. Noted: The blanket was removed during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-10. Correction verified 2024-09-13.
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Other
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Aug 26, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver was observed seated using her cell phone while the group was outside on the playground.
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 2024-08-26. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
There was food stored in the refrigerator uncovered. Noted: This was corrected during inspection when the food was disposed of.
HHSC 746.3317(8) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-26.
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Records & paperwork
One caregiver present did not have her notarized employment affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-09-03.
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Records & paperwork
One staff file reviewed did not have a copy of their photo ID in the file.
HHSC 746.901(9) — Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-09-03.
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Other
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Aug 26, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver was observed seated using her cell phone while the group was outside on the playground.
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 2024-08-26. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
There was food stored in the refrigerator uncovered. Noted: This was corrected during inspection when the food was disposed of.
HHSC 746.3317(8) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-26.
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Records & paperwork
One caregiver present did not have her notarized employment affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-09-03.
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Records & paperwork
One staff file reviewed did not have a copy of their photo ID in the file.
HHSC 746.901(9) — Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-09-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Aug 22, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was determined that an individual was present at the operation with children that did not have an active background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-18. Correction verified 2024-09-24.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Aug 22, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was determined that an individual was present at the operation with children that did not have an active background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-18. Correction verified 2024-09-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Aug 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not have the required 24 hours of annual training. The caregiver had 22 hours of training. *A training certificate for two hours in communicable diseases from the current training year was added to make up for the missing 2 hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-07.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not have required training in food allergies and Communicable diseases. *A training certificate in communicable diseases from the current training year was added to the previous training year to cover the topic.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-16. Correction verified 2024-08-14.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
In the pre-k classroom there was water conditioner liquid and cleaning supplies that were accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-07.
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Records & paperwork
One caregiver present did not have her notarized employment affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-08-09. Correction verified 2024-08-15.
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Staff background & training
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Aug 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not have the required 24 hours of annual training. The caregiver had 22 hours of training. *A training certificate for two hours in communicable diseases from the current training year was added to make up for the missing 2 hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-07.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not have required training in food allergies and Communicable diseases. *A training certificate in communicable diseases from the current training year was added to the previous training year to cover the topic.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-16. Correction verified 2024-08-14.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
In the pre-k classroom there was water conditioner liquid and cleaning supplies that were accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-07.
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Records & paperwork
One caregiver present did not have her notarized employment affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-08-09. Correction verified 2024-08-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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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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Apr 1, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 1, 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 · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Two individuals were able to be counted in ratio before receiving background check results.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
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Supervision & ratios
An infant age child (0-17 months) was being combined with children ranging in age from 2-5 years of age.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
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Safety & premises
Furniture in the toddler age room (18-24) was observed to not be age appropriate for the children.
HHSC 746.2505(1) — Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
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Food & allergies
During the investigation process it was determined that lunch is being served passed three hours from the first meal/snack being served.
HHSC 746.3301(d) — Nutrition and Food Service - Child must not go more than 3 hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 25, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Two individuals were able to be counted in ratio before receiving background check results.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
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Supervision & ratios
An infant age child (0-17 months) was being combined with children ranging in age from 2-5 years of age.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
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Safety & premises
Furniture in the toddler age room (18-24) was observed to not be age appropriate for the children.
HHSC 746.2505(1) — Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
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Food & allergies
During the investigation process it was determined that lunch is being served passed three hours from the first meal/snack being served.
HHSC 746.3301(d) — Nutrition and Food Service - Child must not go more than 3 hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-15. Correction verified 2024-05-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 8, 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 8, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 30, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 30, 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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Jan 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
An individual who has a background check of a volunteer was observed to be in a classroom alone with children. Noted: this was corrected during inspection when the volunteer was removed from the room.
HHSC 746.1401(c) — Substitutes, volunteers, and contractors counted in ratio
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-25. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Safety & premises
An infant was observed to be laid down into a crib with an additional mattress added. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection when the second mattress was removed from the crib.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-25. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Staff background & training
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Jan 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
An individual who has a background check of a volunteer was observed to be in a classroom alone with children. Noted: this was corrected during inspection when the volunteer was removed from the room.
HHSC 746.1401(c) — Substitutes, volunteers, and contractors counted in ratio
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-25. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Safety & premises
An infant was observed to be laid down into a crib with an additional mattress added. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection when the second mattress was removed from the crib.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-25. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jan 22, 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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Jan 22, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A person present at the operation did not have an active background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Two infant aged children were left in a room unattended.
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 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-22.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a current health inspection.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-24. Correction verified 2024-01-24.
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Safety & premises
The fence on the outdoor space was observed to have holes and metal extending out posing a risk of entrapment and puncturing.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-31. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Safety & premises
The fence sourrounding the outdoor play area was observed to have areas that a child could push through to get to the other side.
HHSC 746.4305 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-31. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not been completing a monthing inspections of the building and grounds.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-22.
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Safety & premises
The emergency prepardenss plan did not include information on how care will continue in the even of an evacuation/relocation.
HHSC 746.5202(4) — Emergency Preparedness Plan-Continuity of Care Until Children Released
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-24. Correction verified 2024-01-25.
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Other
The drills did not include necasssary information such as the time of the drill and the length of evacuation.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-11.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A person present at the operation did not have an active background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Two infant aged children were left in a room unattended.
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 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-22.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a current health inspection.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-24. Correction verified 2024-01-24.
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Safety & premises
The fence on the outdoor space was observed to have holes and metal extending out posing a risk of entrapment and puncturing.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-31. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Safety & premises
The fence sourrounding the outdoor play area was observed to have areas that a child could push through to get to the other side.
HHSC 746.4305 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-31. Correction verified 2024-01-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not been completing a monthing inspections of the building and grounds.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-22.
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Safety & premises
The emergency prepardenss plan did not include information on how care will continue in the even of an evacuation/relocation.
HHSC 746.5202(4) — Emergency Preparedness Plan-Continuity of Care Until Children Released
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-24. Correction verified 2024-01-25.
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Other
The drills did not include necasssary information such as the time of the drill and the length of evacuation.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-11.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 8, 2024 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A person present at the operation did not have an active background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-08. Correction verified 2024-01-10.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 8, 2024 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A person present at the operation did not have an active background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-08. Correction verified 2024-01-10.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 21, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Through the investigation process it was determined that the person left in charge, in the director's absence, was not qualified as she did not have a current and clear background check.
HHSC 746.1013(a) — Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Neglectful supervision occurred when a child was able get 3/4 of a mile away from the operation unnoticed for a minimum of 20 minutes. The child was found by a passerby unharmed.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Supervision was compromised when a child was able to leave the operation's premises unnoticed.
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 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Staff background & training
It was determined in the investigation process that an individual with a volunteer background check clearance, was left unsupervised with a group of children.
HHSC 746.1401(c) — Substitutes, volunteers, and contractors counted in ratio
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Illness & medication
An incident report was not written for an incident in which a child was able to leave the operation for a minimum of 20 minutes.
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Staff background & training
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Dec 21, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Through the investigation process it was determined that the person left in charge, in the director's absence, was not qualified as she did not have a current and clear background check.
HHSC 746.1013(a) — Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Neglectful supervision occurred when a child was able get 3/4 of a mile away from the operation unnoticed for a minimum of 20 minutes. The child was found by a passerby unharmed.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Supervision was compromised when a child was able to leave the operation's premises unnoticed.
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 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Staff background & training
It was determined in the investigation process that an individual with a volunteer background check clearance, was left unsupervised with a group of children.
HHSC 746.1401(c) — Substitutes, volunteers, and contractors counted in ratio
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Illness & medication
An incident report was not written for an incident in which a child was able to leave the operation for a minimum of 20 minutes.
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-04. Correction verified 2024-03-08.
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Staff background & training
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May 25, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver was observed utilizing the handwashing sink to rinse bottles. Noted: This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver was given information on why the handwashing sink cannot be used for cleaning bottles.
HHSC 746.2419(8) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-05-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During diapering, a caregiver was observed to not wash the child's hands.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-05-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During diapering, a caregiver was observed to not change gloves before initiating a diaper change of another child. Noted: This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver removed her gloves and washed her hands before the next change.
HHSC 746.3505(c) — Diapering Procedures - Use Disposable Gloves
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-05-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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May 25, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver was observed utilizing the handwashing sink to rinse bottles. Noted: This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver was given information on why the handwashing sink cannot be used for cleaning bottles.
HHSC 746.2419(8) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-05-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During diapering, a caregiver was observed to not wash the child's hands.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-05-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During diapering, a caregiver was observed to not change gloves before initiating a diaper change of another child. Noted: This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver removed her gloves and washed her hands before the next change.
HHSC 746.3505(c) — Diapering Procedures - Use Disposable Gloves
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-05-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Feb 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Caregiver stated that children age 12m- 2 years, who are all walking, are sleeping in cribs.
HHSC 746.4503(a) — Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-10. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
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Feb 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Caregiver stated that children age 12m- 2 years, who are all walking, are sleeping in cribs.
HHSC 746.4503(a) — Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-10. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
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Jan 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was left alone in a classroom, when the caregiver left the room to open the door to allow inspectors in to the building.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Other
Activity plans for the month were not posted.
HHSC 746.2205(a)(1) — Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-23. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
The cribs were observed to not have labels or a system to identify the crib to the child that uses that crib.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(10) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-23. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Food & allergies
The bottles and cups observed were labeled with only the child's first name or not labeled at all. Did not include the required first name and last initial.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-20. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Other
The classrooms being utilized were changed to accommodate different age groups before notifying licensing.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-01-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Spray bottles were observed to be on the changing table accessible to children. In the children's bathroom, a cabinet was not utilizing the installed safety locks, leaving the cleaning supplies stored in cabinet to be accessible to children. Noted: this was made complaint during inspection when the cabinet was locked and the spray bottles were moved to a higher cabinet.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Other
The current employee list was not posted. Noted: This was corrected when a list was typed and posted on the parent board.
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 2023-01-20. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Records & paperwork
Two of the eight files observed did not include a health care provider statement, past the 12 months after the enrollment date.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
Three of the eight children's files viewed did not include the required phone number or address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-25. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
A current Fire inspection was unable to be provided for review.
HHSC 746.801(11) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-01-31.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jan 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was left alone in a classroom, when the caregiver left the room to open the door to allow inspectors in to the building.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Other
Activity plans for the month were not posted.
HHSC 746.2205(a)(1) — Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-23. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
The cribs were observed to not have labels or a system to identify the crib to the child that uses that crib.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(10) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-23. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Food & allergies
The bottles and cups observed were labeled with only the child's first name or not labeled at all. Did not include the required first name and last initial.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-20. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Other
The classrooms being utilized were changed to accommodate different age groups before notifying licensing.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-01-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Spray bottles were observed to be on the changing table accessible to children. In the children's bathroom, a cabinet was not utilizing the installed safety locks, leaving the cleaning supplies stored in cabinet to be accessible to children. Noted: this was made complaint during inspection when the cabinet was locked and the spray bottles were moved to a higher cabinet.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Other
The current employee list was not posted. Noted: This was corrected when a list was typed and posted on the parent board.
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 2023-01-20. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Records & paperwork
Two of the eight files observed did not include a health care provider statement, past the 12 months after the enrollment date.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
Three of the eight children's files viewed did not include the required phone number or address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-25. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises
A current Fire inspection was unable to be provided for review.
HHSC 746.801(11) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-01-31.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Aug 17, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
There were items in the first aid kit that were missing. The items that were missing were: Thermometer Gloves
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-19. Correction verified 2022-08-17.
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Food & allergies
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Aug 17, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
There were items in the first aid kit that were missing. The items that were missing were: Thermometer Gloves
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-19. Correction verified 2022-08-17.
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Food & allergies
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Jan 4, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
There were two caregivers at the operation that did not have their CPR and First Aid certification available for review.
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 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-01-14.
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Staff background & training
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Jan 4, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
There were two caregivers at the operation that did not have their CPR and First Aid certification available for review.
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 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-01-14.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 22, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The television in the Preschool room is not anchored to the shelf that it is set up. The operation corrected this at inspection when the television was removed form the classroom.
HHSC 746.3701(9) — Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-22.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 22, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The television in the Preschool room is not anchored to the shelf that it is set up. The operation corrected this at inspection when the television was removed form the classroom.
HHSC 746.3701(9) — Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-22.
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 30, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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