Amarillo Montessori Academy
3806 BOWIE ST, Amarillo, TX 79110 · Randall County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 238
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Casandra Gutierrez
- Phone
- (806) 353-3871
- Regulated since
- Oct 24, 1985
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 95364 · number 60503
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 | 12 | Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (10), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 6 | 6 | Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (2), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 | Safety & premises (2) |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | Other (2) |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2021 | 6 | 0 | Illness & medication (2), Staff background & training (4) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 1, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 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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Aug 28, 2026 Report · Recorded (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 28, 2026 Report · Recorded (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 30, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 30, 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 22, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
An infant was observed swaddled while sleeping in a pack n play.
HHSC 746.2428 — No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-22. Correction verified 2026-07-29.
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Illness & medication Serious
73 children's files reviewed did not have a current immunization record on file.
HHSC 746.613(a) — Required Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-12. Correction verified 2026-08-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jul 22, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
An infant was observed swaddled while sleeping in a pack n play.
HHSC 746.2428 — No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-22. Correction verified 2026-07-29.
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Illness & medication Serious
73 children's files reviewed did not have a current immunization record on file.
HHSC 746.613(a) — Required Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-12. Correction verified 2026-08-27.
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Other Serious
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Jul 17, 2026 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The missing training hours have not been received for the caregivers that were missing them during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1403(a)(5)(A) — Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-24 annual
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-24. Correction verified 2026-07-27.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 17, 2026 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The missing training hours have not been received for the caregivers that were missing them during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1403(a)(5)(A) — Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-24 annual
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-24. Correction verified 2026-07-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jul 14, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 14, 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 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 1, 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 19, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three of the ten employee files reviewed did not have up to date first aid and CPR training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-03. Correction verified 2026-07-13.
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Staff background & training
Five of the ten caregivers files reviewed during the inspection did not have at least 24 hours of annual training.
HHSC 746.1403(a)(5)(A) — Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-24 annual
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-03. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation does not have an up to date fire inspection. The most recent one is from November of 2024.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-03. Correction verified 2026-07-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jun 19, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three of the ten employee files reviewed did not have up to date first aid and CPR training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-03. Correction verified 2026-07-13.
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Staff background & training
Five of the ten caregivers files reviewed during the inspection did not have at least 24 hours of annual training.
HHSC 746.1403(a)(5)(A) — Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-24 annual
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-03. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation does not have an up to date fire inspection. The most recent one is from November of 2024.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-03. Correction verified 2026-07-16.
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Staff background & training
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May 21, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 21, 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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May 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 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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May 11, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Evidence obtained during the investigation showed that a caregiver did not demonstrate competency when they picked a child up in a way that did not follow the daycare's procedures. This occurred despite the employee having received training on this topic prior to the incident.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Staff background & training
Five of the seven staff files reviewed did not have at least the required 24 hours of annual training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-05-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Cleaning supplies were stored in a closet that the door was open to and was accessible to children in care.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A fabric cover was observed on a changing pad that cannot be sanitized between each child.
HHSC 746.3505(e) — Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Supervision & ratios
Evidence obtained during the investigation showed that the operation has not been conducting the required drills.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 11, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Evidence obtained during the investigation showed that a caregiver did not demonstrate competency when they picked a child up in a way that did not follow the daycare's procedures. This occurred despite the employee having received training on this topic prior to the incident.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Staff background & training
Five of the seven staff files reviewed did not have at least the required 24 hours of annual training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-05-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Cleaning supplies were stored in a closet that the door was open to and was accessible to children in care.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A fabric cover was observed on a changing pad that cannot be sanitized between each child.
HHSC 746.3505(e) — Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Supervision & ratios
Evidence obtained during the investigation showed that the operation has not been conducting the required drills.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 5, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 5, 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 26, 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 26, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 18, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies Serious
Evidence obtained during the investigation shows that bottles have been propped for infants during feeding times instead of being held by an adult. The infants were not old enough to hold the bottle themselves.
HHSC 746.2419(3) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-27. Correction verified 2026-05-05.
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Food & allergies Serious
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Mar 18, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies Serious
Evidence obtained during the investigation shows that bottles have been propped for infants during feeding times instead of being held by an adult. The infants were not old enough to hold the bottle themselves.
HHSC 746.2419(3) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-27. Correction verified 2026-05-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Food & allergies Serious
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Feb 19, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 19, 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 15, 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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Feb 15, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 18, 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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Dec 18, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 7, 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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Nov 7, 2025 Inspection · No 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.
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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 17, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Food & allergies Serious
Based on evidence obtained dung the investigation, two children were not fed according to their normal mealtimes.
HHSC 746.2419(4) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Regular Meals and Snacks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-06. Correction verified 2025-11-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Food & allergies Serious
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Oct 17, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Food & allergies Serious
Based on evidence obtained dung the investigation, two children were not fed according to their normal mealtimes.
HHSC 746.2419(4) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Regular Meals and Snacks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-06. Correction verified 2025-11-07.
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Food & allergies Serious
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Sep 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 29, 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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Sep 27, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, a caregiver picked up a child up by one arm causing the child's elbow to become dislocated.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-03. Correction verified 2025-11-07.
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Other Serious
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Sep 27, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, a caregiver picked up a child up by one arm causing the child's elbow to become dislocated.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-03. Correction verified 2025-11-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Sep 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Two caregivers present at the operation did not have eligible background checks and were in classrooms with children in care.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-18. Correction verified 2025-09-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Two caregivers present at the operation did not have eligible background checks and were in classrooms with children in care.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-18. Correction verified 2025-09-29.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
The most recent fire inspection is from February 2023.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-11-21. Correction verified 2024-11-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
The most recent fire inspection is from February 2023.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-11-21. Correction verified 2024-11-21.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Jun 7, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 7, 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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Nov 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The last Children's Product Certification was completed on 1/24/2022 and is past due.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-02. Correction verified 2023-11-06.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Nov 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The last Children's Product Certification was completed on 1/24/2022 and is past due.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-02. Correction verified 2023-11-06.
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Other
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Mar 30, 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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Mar 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 15, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 15, 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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Feb 13, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 13, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 7, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 7, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 18, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
A caregiver employed longer than 90 days did not have documentation of all 24 required pre-service training.
HHSC 746.1301(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-02. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Nov 18, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
A caregiver employed longer than 90 days did not have documentation of all 24 required pre-service training.
HHSC 746.1301(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-02. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 5, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 5, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two children were observed via video walking around eating a slice of pizza without sanitary holders in the classroom.
HHSC 746.3317(6) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-21. Correction verified 2022-07-05.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jun 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two children were observed via video walking around eating a slice of pizza without sanitary holders in the classroom.
HHSC 746.3317(6) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-21. Correction verified 2022-07-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jun 16, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 16, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 3, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Five staff files reviewed did not have high school diplomas in file for review.
HHSC 746.1107(2) — Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver whose training year was 5/31/2020 - 5/31/2021 did not have 24 hours of annual training in file and was missing 3 clock hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
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Illness & medication
A chlid's file reviewed did not have a complete affidavit for immunization or immunizations in file.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
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Staff background & training
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Dec 3, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Five staff files reviewed did not have high school diplomas in file for review.
HHSC 746.1107(2) — Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver whose training year was 5/31/2020 - 5/31/2021 did not have 24 hours of annual training in file and was missing 3 clock hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
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Illness & medication
A chlid's file reviewed did not have a complete affidavit for immunization or immunizations in file.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-31. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Nov 30, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 30, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 19, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 19, 2021 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 17, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 17, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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