Twinkle Wonders School Of Learning
5442 RICHMOND AVE, Houston, TX 77056 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 60
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:00 AM
- Director / administrator
- Wendy Telles
- Phone
- (713) 877-1818
- Regulated since
- Jan 24, 2014
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1117036 · number 1519906
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 46 | 31 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Supervision & ratios (14), Safety & premises (4), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (4), Other (10) |
| 2025 | 5 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (3), Safety & premises (2) |
| 2024 | 19 | 12 | Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (3), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (1), Records & paperwork (2), Other (5) |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | Safety & premises (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (3) |
| 2022 | 20 | 15 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (5), Staff background & training (5), Records & paperwork (1), Other (5) |
| 2021 | 27 | 20 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (7), Safety & premises (6), Food & allergies (3), Staff background & training (2), Other (7) |
Enforcement actions
- Seen Oct 1, 2026 — Conditions on permit (HHSC operation record)
HHSC publishes these as current flags on the operation, not as dated actions. The date shown is when this site first saw the flag. The HHSC Child Care Search has the details.
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 3, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 22, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information provided through the DFPS investigation, a caregiver inappropriately restrained a child in care.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-09-03. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Other Serious
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Jun 30, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 16, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 12, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 12, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 8, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 2, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
One caregiver was observed with 5 children 8mo-17 months old. The specified age group was 0-11 months. The caregiver was over ratio by 1.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was sufficient information to support the operation was not operating during the hours of operation as outlined in the operational policies.
HHSC 746.501(a)(1) — Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-30. Correction verified 2026-07-15.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 1, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 2, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
There were still some dips on the playground creating tripping hazards. The turf was still observed to be lifting. Concrete poured under the lifted turf was observed to prevent the turf from lying flat.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-17. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Mar 24, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 20, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There is a variance in effect related to the outdoor play equipment. The conditions are not being followed. The operation has not installed a protective barrier around a beam in the use zone of a slide NOTE: The temporary barrier made of pool noodles was still observed to be used. Two staff members were observed to be wrapping the beam with new pooll noodles and tape. The director stated they were not aware of the second condition that requires a staff to always stand near the slide when in use.
HHSC 745.8311(b) — Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effect
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Staff background & training
The director was still observed to be missing 6 hours of training.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-24. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Other
2 staff were observed to have a photocopied certificate for CPR/1st aid. Neither caregiver was able to provide a copy of the original certificate upon request.
HHSC 746.1329(c)(2) — Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-03-27. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on documentation made available, the operation was over ratio while on a field trip taken on 3/9 and 3/12. Both field trips the youngest present was 3 yrs old. On 3/9, there were 28 children with 4 caregivers, and on 3/12, there were 26 children with 4 caregivers. NOTE: Ratio required 1 caregiver for ever 6 children, an additional caregiver was needed for both trips.
HHSC 746.1801(a) — Child/Caregiver Ratio for Field Trips - Areas Open to General Public
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Other Serious
A log was not made a available for review to verify check-ins were completed for children taken on field trips on 3/10, 3/11, 3/12, and3/13
HHSC 746.3001(3) — Field Trips - Written List of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Food & allergies
The posted menu was not reflective of the food served. Children were observed to be served turkey sausage, rice, cucumbers, and orange slices. The posted menu stated tomato, okra, rice, and chicken thighs
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Safety & premises Serious
There were still some dips were observed in the loose-fill surfacing used on the playground creating tripping hazards. The turf was still observed to be lifting. There was disposable cups, napkins and a bottle of water on the playground.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-24. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Records & paperwork
Record for one child enrolled was not made available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.601(c) — Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Other Serious
35 children were observed to be in care. Based on the sign-in logs made available, only 32 children were signed in
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Records & paperwork
Records for staff was re-reviewed, all staff still did not have the date of hire indicated on their file.
HHSC 746.901(1) — Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 19, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the classroom exceeded ratio. There was one caregiver present with 6 children ages 12mo-2yrs old. The specified age group was 12-17 months. The caregiver was over ratio by one.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-20. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, an infant was placed in a bouncer and remained in the bouncer for approximately 45 minutes before being removed.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-20. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Safety & premises Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation, there was not enough seating in the classroom resulting in one child being left on the floor during a meal time to wait for an available seat.
HHSC 746.2505(1) — Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-17. Correction verified 2026-04-17.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to ensure the trash can in their classroom was inaccessible to the children in their care. This resulted in a toddler pulling a used glove out of the trash and playing with it before being noticed by the caregiver.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-20. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, handwashing procedures were not followed when transitioning from play to mealtime and after a child played with garbage.
HHSC 746.3419 — Handwashing Procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-20. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to follow their suspension/expulsion policy when disenrolling a child. Updated termination policy states parents would be provided 1 week written notice. The operation did not follow their own policy regarding termination of care and did not have documentation to support parent was provided with the updated handbook
HHSC 746.501(a)(8) — Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-20. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 17, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to use appropriate judgment by allowing children to play and climb on a stack of nap mats, which resulted in a child being injured while in care.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Other Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver responsible for the child at the time of injury failed to inform the incoming caregiver that an incident had occurred involving the child. According to the caregiver, they did not witness the incident and did not believe the information was important to communicate during the transition.
HHSC 746.1203(10) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver used a personal cell phone for browsing social media, while supervising children in care.
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 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver took a child with special needs to another classroom to complete a diaper change. After completing the diaper change, the caregiver returned to the original classroom carrying an infant. The caregiver did not bring the child with special needs back to the original classroom and instead left the child in the infant room.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to maintain adequate supervision of the children in their care, including required physical proximity and visual awareness. Documentation reviewed indicates the caregiver left a group of children unsupervised on multiple occasions. Information obtained from staff further indicates that weekend staff are permitted to leave children unsupervised in order to complete other duties. Documentation obtained also verified the caregiver failed to provide an adequate level of supervision for a child in their care with special needs.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to notify CCR within 48 hours of an injury sustained by a child while in care that required medical treatment. The operation became aware of the child?s medical treatment on 3/14 but did not notify CCR until 3/17. NOTE: An email was sent to the CCR representative 3/16
HHSC 746.305(a)(2) — AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to immediately notify the parent of an incident that resulted in the child requiring medical treatment.
HHSC 746.307(b)(1) — AP Parental Communication - Injury Requires Treatment by Health Care Professional or Hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to wash their hands after removing gloves following a diaper change.
HHSC 746.3415(13) — Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to wash a child's hands after completing a diaper change.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to sanitize the diaper changing area following a diaper change.
HHSC 746.3505(e) — Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-05-01.
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Other Serious
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Mar 13, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained, the operation failed to provide parents with the operations updated handbook.
HHSC 746.501(a)(21) — Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parent Review of Policies
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Supervision & ratios
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Mar 9, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There is a variance in effect related to the outdoor play equipment. The conditions are not being followed. The operation has not installed a protective barrier around a beam in the use zone of a slide NOTE: The temporary barrier made of pool noodles and zip ties used prior to the variances approval was still observed on the beam. Several noodles were observed to have been picked apart and were missing pieces.
HHSC 745.8311(b) — Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effect
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver hired 10/2023 had not completed 24 hours of training for the 2024-2025 training year. Only 18.5 hours were observed to be completed and available for review. One caregiver hire 11/2024 only had 10 hours of training for the 2024-2025 training year.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-03-24.
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Staff background & training
The director did not had not completed 30 hours of training including additional training in management for the 2025-2026 training year. Only 21.75 hours were observed to be completed and available for review
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Staff background & training Serious
Transportation training for the director was not observed in the file or made available for review. NOTE: The last documented training certificate available in the file was dated 2022.
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-16. Correction verified 2026-03-15.
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Staff background & training
Doucmentation for one caregiver showed 25 hours of training was completed in one day while children were being cared for.
HHSC 746.1319(b) — Block certification training include hours and topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Other
3 staff ncluding the director were observed to have a photocopied certificate for CPR/1st aid. None of the staff were able to provide a copy of the original certificate upon request
HHSC 746.1329(c)(2) — Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-03-11. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Staff background & training
of the 7 staff records reviewed, 3 of the most recent hires did not have signed documentation of completion of orientation, including the signature of who presented the training.
HHSC 746.1329(d) — Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-03-16. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained, the operation exceeded their capacity multiple days between 3/2/2026 and 3/5/2026.
HHSC 746.201(11) — AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-27. Correction verified 2026-03-27.
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Other Serious
Based on the log provided for children taken on a field trip, one child was not checked in at multiple times throughout the field trip.
HHSC 746.3001(3) — Field Trips - Written List of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-11. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation notified parents on 3/8 at 3:43pm that there would be a field trip on 3/9. The notice did not include when children would return. Additional field trips planned for 3/10 and 3/13 did not include departure time or return time. A posted notice of the field trip was not posted until after CCR arrived and children departed for field trip. Information on the posting contradicts the information on the permission slip. The permission slip states the field trip is from 9:30 to 4:30. The posting stated it is from 10am-4pm. Children were observed leaving the operation at 10:30am.
HHSC 746.3003 — Field Trips - Notification to Parents
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
Several dips were observed in the unitary surfacing used on the playgroud creating tripping hazards. The turf was also observed to be lifting. A half eatten apple was observed on the playground and in the corner near the door, there was a pile of beans and rice. There was a small active ant bed on the playground.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-16. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Food & allergies
The posted daily menu does not include weekend care hours.
HHSC 746.401(6) — Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Records & paperwork
The paper sigin in/out logs for children in care 3/2-3/5 was not made available for review uon request
HHSC 746.601(c) — Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
47 children were in care including those away from the operation on a field trip. Based on the sign-in logs made available, only 34 children were signed in
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Records & paperwork
8 records for staff were reviewed inclduding the director, 7 did not have the date of hire listed in their file
HHSC 746.901(1) — Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jul 22, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 1, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not notify CCR prior to changing the space of the operation. NOTE: CCR was notoified at the time of inspection and the operation was remeasured.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-05-01.
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Safety & premises Serious
A support beam for a pavilion was observed to be overlapping a slide exit.
HHSC 746.4805(d) — Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - No Overlap
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-03. Correction verified 2025-10-31.
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Supervision & ratios
Operational policies reviewed did not include information regarding parents rights.
HHSC 746.501(a)(20) — Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-05-22. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Supervision & ratios
Operational polices reviewed did not have information regarding inclusive care for children with special needs.
HHSC 746.501(a)(30) — Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-05-22. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Safety & premises Serious
(C) The staff responsibility in a sheltering/lock-down emergency for the orderly movement of children to a designated location within the center where children should gather; (F) How children in attendance at the time of the emergency will be accounted for at the designated safe area or alternate shelter. (A) The emergency telephone number that is on file with CCR (B) How you will communicate with local authorities (such as fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, health department), parents and CCR How your staff will evacuate and relocate with the essential documentation How you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted.
HHSC 746.5202(5) — Emergency Preparedness Plan-Reunification Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-22. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 26, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Child's file was reviewed during the inspection has still not created an incident report for a child was placed at risk
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-10-25. Correction verified 2024-10-29.
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Illness & medication
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Oct 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Operation has failed to ensure staff are not aware of the careigver in charge. All staff identified one person as the caregiver in charge, the person denied being in charged when asked by CCR.
HHSC 746.1013(c) — Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-22. Correction verified 2024-11-13.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Operation does not have a qualified director in place. Operation has not had a qualified director since 7/30/2024
HHSC 746.201(4) — Designating Director
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-22. Correction verified 2024-11-13.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Sep 10, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 29, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 29, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
- Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, a caregiver did not use good judgement when they used their body to restrict a child?s movements and force a child to lay down at naptime.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-08. Correction verified 2024-10-25.
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Other
Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, children who do not want to sleep are required to remain quiet on their mat. An alternative activity is not provided.
HHSC 746.2907(a) — Alternate Activity for Non-sleeping Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-10-08. Correction verified 2024-10-25.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, there was a non-routine situation that could have placed a child at risk for harm when the caregiver used their body to restrict the child?s movements. The operation became aware of the incident on 8/20 failed to notify Child Care Regulation of this incident within the required 48hr time frame.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-08. Correction verified 2024-10-25.
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Illness & medication
Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, an incident report was not created for an incident that could have placed a child at risk for harm. According to staff, an incident report was not created because the child was not injured.
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-10-08. Correction verified 2024-10-25.
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Other Serious
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Jun 13, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
3 nap mats in use in the pre-k classroom were observed to be torn and could not be properly sanitized.
HHSC 746.3407(4) — Sanitize Sleeping Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-13. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Records & paperwork
Caregiver in charge was not able to produce a child's record upon request.
HHSC 746.601(c) — Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-06-13. Correction verified 2024-07-26.
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Safety & premises Serious
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May 30, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Caregiver did not know accurate head count. Children had to be lined up to verify count. Caregiver stated multiple times that there were 13 children in care, inspector headcount noted 12. Caregiver forgot child went home.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-30. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Food & allergies
Feeding instructions for a 6mo old not yet on table food was last updated 3/4/24
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-06-04. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Other Serious
Three month old was observed to be sleeping in a baby swing.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(1) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-30. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Safety & premises Serious
Several nap mats in use in the pre-k classroom were observed to be torn and could not be properly sanitized.
HHSC 746.3407(4) — Sanitize Sleeping Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-04. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Other Serious
A "BOPPY" newborn lounger recalled on 9/23/2021 was observed in the infant room.
HHSC 746.4135(a) — Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-30. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Records & paperwork
Caregiver in charge was not able to produce a childs record upon request.
HHSC 746.601(c) — Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-30. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Other Serious
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May 21, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
One caregivers received CPR training online with no hands-on training or assessment.
HHSC 746.1315(b)(1) — CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-28. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Food & allergies
Feeding instructions for a 6mo old not yet on table food was last updated 3/4/24
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-07. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
Several nap mats in use in the pre-k classroom were observed to be torn and could not be properly sanitized.
HHSC 746.3407(4) — Sanitize Sleeping Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-21. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation has not received an inspection from the Fire Marshal. Last inspection was dated 3/30/2023
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-04. Correction verified 2024-06-13.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 4, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 8, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One child who was on a table chair did not have any safety belt on. Another child in the same room had her seat belt on one leg. This was corrected durng inspection.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-08-08.
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Records & paperwork
Health statement was missing on file for two records checked.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-15. Correction verified 2023-08-16.
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Other
Physicians information was missing on file for three files checked.
HHSC 746.605(11) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-15. Correction verified 2023-08-16.
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Safety & premises Serious
Emergency Medical Authorization was missing on file for three files checked.
HHSC 746.605(12) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-08-15. Correction verified 2023-08-16.
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Other
Date of admission was missing on file for two children and this was corrected during inspection.
HHSC 746.605(3) — Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-08-08.
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Other
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May 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 14, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 10, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 23, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
The transportation van does not have a child safety alarm installed. The van is currently being used to transport children to and from school.
HHSC 746.5625(a) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-18. Correction verified 2023-01-10.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Dec 9, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A former employee was observed at the operation and providing care to 7 children between the ages of 3yrs. and 4yrs. old. The former employee was observed on the playground as the only caregiver. The former employee's background check status displays "inactive". Note: The Director has the person leave the operation during the inspection. The Director submitted the background check today 11/29/2022 during the inspection.
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 at inspection. Corrected 2022-11-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A caregiver in the 17m-2yr. old classroom did not wash their hands after changing the child's diaper.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-29. Correction verified 2022-12-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A caregiver in the 17m-2yr. old classroom did not wash a child hands after changing the child's diaper.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-29. Correction verified 2022-12-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
There is a hole in the sheet rock (wall) in the 17m-2yr. old classroom that is accessible to the children. The hole is large enough to place an adult or child's finger into.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-06. Correction verified 2022-12-08.
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Other Serious
An electrical outlet cover is missing from the electrical outlet in the 17m-2yr. old classroom. Note: Correction was made during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-11-29.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Oct 20, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Four children records reviewed were missing the following information on their admission forms: -Authorization for medical attention -Special needs acknowledgment -Address for emergency contact person -School information for a school age child
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-21.
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Safety & premises
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Aug 30, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three staff files reviewed were missing the trainer's qualifications on their annual training certificates. Note: Corrections were made during the inspection. The trainer qualifications were verified on the texas trainer registry website.
HHSC 746.1329(b)(5) — Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's Qualifications
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-27.
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Other
The activity schedule was not posted in the infant and toddler classroom. Note: Corrected during inspection.
HHSC 746.2209 — Posting of Activity Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-27.
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Staff background & training
A staff record reviewed what missing proof of education, such as a high school diploma.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-29. Correction verified 2022-08-02.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 17, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 26, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A potential caregiver was observed at the operation caring for 8 children between the ages of 19m and 2 years old with a pending background check status. The potential caregiver was left alone in the classroom to provide care to the children. Another caregiver was observed walking into this classroom at the same time inspector entered to assist.
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 2022-05-30. Correction verified 2022-05-27.
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Records & paperwork Serious
A personnel records evaluation checklist for a new hire employee was not made available for review during the inspection. Note: Correction made during the inspection.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during evaluation or probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-05-26.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 25, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The probation letter was not posted during the inspection. Also, the ratio check was not completed in the infant classroom. Also, a personnel records evaluation checklist for a new hire employee was not made available for review during the inspection. Also, the Director has not completed a monthly observation of a caregiver to ensure compliance with Minimum Standards discussed the previous month. Note: The probation letter was posted during the inspection. The ratio check was completed during the inspection. The personnel checklist was completed and made available for review during the inspection.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during evaluation or probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-29. Correction verified 2022-05-02.
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Other
A four year old child was observed on their personal tablet, engaging in screen time during the naptime period. Note: The tablet was taken from the child during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2907(a) — Alternate Activity for Non-sleeping Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-04-25.
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Safety & premises Serious
There was not adequate walk space in between cots during naptime in the 3y to 5y old classroom. Note: The caregiver arranged the cots to provide walk space during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2909(3) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-04-25.
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Other Serious
There was not adequate lighting in the infant room during naptime. The light was off where the following was observed: a child napping, a child sitting in a swing, and the caregiver feeding a child. The lighting in the area where another child was playing was on but did not provide enough lighting for the entire room. Note: The caregiver turned on the light in the classroom during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2911 — Adequate Lighting During Naptime
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-04-25.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 22, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The operation failed to submit a renewal for a staff member who is currently employed background check no later than 5 yrs from the date last submitted. The background check was last submitted on 1/31/2017.
HHSC 745.621(b)(1)(A) — AP Renewal background checks submitted -No later than 5 yrs from date last submitted subjects initial or renewal fingerprint-based criminal hist check
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-24. Correction verified 2022-03-24.
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Safety & premises Serious
There is not a recent fire inspection report on file. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/11/2021.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-29. Correction verified 2022-03-28.
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Other Serious
One child present in the infant room was not signed in on the attendance log. Also, four children present from the toddler classroom were not signed in on the attendance log. Note: The Director signed the children in on the Brightwheel app.
HHSC 746.631(b) — Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-22.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 27, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 14, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 7, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 5, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child age 10 years old was observed laying on the floor in a classroom. The child was observed not supervised and the child was observed playing on their cellphone. Note: The child was placed in a classroom with a teacher so supervision can be maintained.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-05. Correction verified 2022-01-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Dec 30, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
One caregiver was observed sitting in between a door. 2 children were outside of the classroom and the other 6 children were inside the room napping. In the preschool and pre-k room. One caregiver was observed supervising 2 classrooms. There were 8 children in the pre-k room and 10 children in the pre school room.
HHSC 746.2909(5) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-30. Correction verified 2022-01-05.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A diaper change was observed.The caregiver did not wash their hands or the infants hands until prompted.
HHSC 746.3501(1) — Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-30. Correction verified 2022-01-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Dec 16, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
A child was observed unsupervised during nap time in the preschool classroom. The child was the only child in this classroom sleeping. The caregiver was observed sitting in the door way of two classrooms (preschool and pre-k) while supervising the group of children in these classrooms. There were a total of 15 children between the ages of 2yr and 5yr old observed.
HHSC 746.2909(5) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-16. Correction verified 2021-12-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A caregiver did not change a child's soiled pull-up promptly. The child's poop started to show through their clothes. Note: The caregiver immediately changed the child's pull-up and clothes when prompted to do so.
HHSC 746.3501(1) — Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-16. Correction verified 2021-12-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Dec 7, 2021 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation's current director was designated in April of 2021 and has not maintained director responsibilities. The current director has been observed in the classrooms caring for children during inspections conducted to the operation.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-07. Correction verified 2021-12-16.
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Other Serious
The Plan of Action Binder Checklist was not completed during the inspection for review.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-07. Correction verified 2021-12-16.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Dec 2, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 17, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver responsible for the 4y-6y group did not know the number of children present. There were a total of 7 children present. The caregiver stated there were 8 children present.
HHSC 746.1203(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-11-17. Correction verified 2021-12-02.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver responsible for the 4y-6y age group left the classroom and the children they were responsible for unsupervised.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-11-17. Correction verified 2021-12-02.
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Other Serious
Children in the 4y to 6y old classroom was observed out of control.
HHSC 746.1203(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-17. Correction verified 2021-12-02.
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Supervision & ratios
Planned activities were not provided for one school aged child with special needs. The Owner brought the child into the office and the child was observed playing games on a Nintendo Switch until the other school age children arrived at the operation. Note: The Owner brought the child outdoor to play with other children when addressed.
HHSC 746.2201(a) — Planned Activities Designed to Meet Individual Needs
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-17.
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Other
Children in the 4y to 6y old classroom were observed sitting in chairs for a period of time without an activity. Note: The caregiver gave the children an activity to complete that follows the activity schedule posted.
HHSC 746.2203(b) — Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-17.
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Other
Observed a 9 month old holding the caregiver's cellphone and engaging in screen time. Note: The caregiver removed the cellphone from the child when prompted to do so.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-17.
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Safety & premises Serious
Observed a caregiver's purse and coffee cup sitting on the shelf and accessible to the children in the 18m to 23m classroom. Note: The caregiver removed their purse from the shelf, placing it on a higher shelf, making it inaccessible to the children. The caregiver also removed the coffee cup from the shelf, placing it on a higher shelf, making it inaccessible to the children.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-17.
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Other Serious
In the 12m to 16m classroom, an electrical outlet cover was missing from the outlet and accessible to the children. Note: The caregiver placed a cover into the outlet when prompted to do so.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-17.
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Other
Two children in the 18m to 23m classroom were observed sitting in table chairs without the safety straps fastened. Note: The caregiver removed the children from the table chairs when correction was addressed.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-17.
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Safety & premises
Two of three children records evaluated were lacking the following from their admission forms: (3)Date of the child s admission to the child-care center; (6)Address of another responsible individual (friend or relative) who should be contacted in an emergency when the parent cannot be reached
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-18. Correction verified 2021-11-19.
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Other Serious
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Nov 9, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The center director does not have 2 hours of transportation training. The center director transports the children to and from school.
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-10. Correction verified 2021-11-11.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The infant room was observed to have one caregiver responsible for 5 children aged 0-11 months old. The specified age group of the children was 10 months old. Note: After this deficiency was brought to the attention of the Owner, another caregiver was instructed to go into the classroom so that child/caregiver ratio can be maintained.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-09. Correction verified 2021-11-17.
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Staff background & training Serious
The operational policies handbook is missing the following, specified in Subchapter 746.501: (a)You must develop written operational policies and procedures that at a minimum address each of the following: (9)Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in subchapter H of this chapter (relating to Basic Requirements for Infants) that relate to sleep requirements and restrictions, including sleep positioning, and crib requirements and restrictions, including mattresses, bedding, blankets, toys, and restrictive devices; (22) Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; (23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; (b)You must also inform the parents that: (2)Under the Texas Penal Code any area within 1,000 feet of a child -care center is a gang-free zone, where criminal offenses related to organized criminal activity are subject to a harsher penalty. You may inform the parents by: (A)Providing this information in the operational policies [Low]; (B)Distributing the information in writing to the parents [Low]; or (C)Informing the parents verbally as part of an individual or group parent orientation. [Low]
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-17.
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Food & allergies Serious
Observed an infant bottle that was not labeled with the child's name. Note: The infant bottle was labeled with the child's name during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-09.
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Food & allergies
Four infants who is not ready for table food does not have updated infant feeding instruction sheets.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-16.
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Safety & premises Serious
The napping equipment in the toddler and pre-k classroom did not have sufficient walk space in between each cot. Note: The napping equipment was rearranged to create sufficient walk space between each cot during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2909(3) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child with a diagnosed food allergy that requires an epipen does not have a food allergy emergency plan on file at the operation.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-17.
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Food & allergies Serious
The food allergy list posted did not have a child's name listed on it that has a diagnosed food allergy. Note: The child with a diagnosed food allergy name was added to the posted food allergy list during the inspection.
HHSC 746.401(10) — Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation's emergency preparedness plan was missing the following: (1)Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down of children including: (B)How children will be evacuated or relocated to the designated safe area or alternate shelter, including specific procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments; (F)How children in attendance at the time of the emergency will be accounted for at the designated safe area or alternate shelter; (2)Communication, including: (B)How you will communicate with local authorities (such as fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, health department), parents and us; (3)How your staff will evacuate and relocate with the essential documentation including: (C)The child tracking system information for children in care; (4)How your staff will continue to care for the children until each child has been released; and (5)How you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted. Note: This information was added to the emergency preparedness plan during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
It was determined the operation has not been testing the carbon monoxide detector but was documenting that the detector was tested. Note: The carbon monoxide detector was tested during the inspection and is working properly.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(2) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-09.
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Safety & premises
Two of three children records evaluated were lacking the following from their admission forms: (3)Date of the child s admission to the child-care center; (6)Address of another responsible individual (friend or relative) who should be contacted in an emergency when the parent cannot be reached
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-17.
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Staff background & training Serious
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