A Brighter Day Learning Academy
925 W PLANTATION DR, Clute, TX 77531 · Brazoria County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 255
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 05:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Barbara Jones
- Phone
- (979) 388-9586
- Regulated since
- Mar 2, 2017
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1235482 · number 1618217
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 22 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (4), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (4), Other (6) |
| 2025 | 14 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (6), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (2), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | Illness & medication (2) |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | Illness & medication (2), Records & paperwork (2) |
| 2022 | 58 | 12 | Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (16), Safety & premises (8), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (8), Other (14) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 30, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 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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Jun 2, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
The caregiver in charge did not have access to the files and paperwork needed for the inspection.
HHSC 746.1013(a)(3) — Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Other
The director has been absent for an extended period of time and has not requalified a director to take over in their absence.
HHSC 746.1013(b) — Director's Absence - Extended Period
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-12. Correction verified 2026-06-09.
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Supervision & ratios
The preschool classroom was over ratio by 3 children. Note: A second caregiver arrived during my inspection.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-02. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Other
The tv was on in the infant room. Note: The caregiver was informed that the tv cannot be on for children under 2 years old and it was shut off.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-02. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Food & allergies
There were no feeding instructions available for the infants not on table foods.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
In the infant 2 class has a play pen that has the net part ripped, the air vent has visible dirt on it, the paint is chipping. The table in the pre-k room is broken and laying on it's side. There are three broken shelves in the pre-k room as well. In the toddler 2 class there is a ceiling tile that is saturated and appears to have mold on it.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-12. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Other
The electrical outlet in the toddler room was uncovered. Note: The caregiver covered the outlet before I left the classroom.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-02.
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Safety & premises
The arch climber, on the playground, does not have the required 6 feet of use zone.
HHSC 746.4803 — Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-15. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Safety & premises
There is a merry go round, on the playground, that does not have loose fill in the fall zones of the equipment.
HHSC 746.4901(a) — Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-15. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Records & paperwork
Children records were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.
HHSC 746.801(1) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Staff background & training
Staff files were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.
HHSC 746.801(3) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Jun 2, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
The caregiver in charge did not have access to the files and paperwork needed for the inspection.
HHSC 746.1013(a)(3) — Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Other
The director has been absent for an extended period of time and has not requalified a director to take over in their absence.
HHSC 746.1013(b) — Director's Absence - Extended Period
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-12. Correction verified 2026-06-09.
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Supervision & ratios
The preschool classroom was over ratio by 3 children. Note: A second caregiver arrived during my inspection.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-02. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Other
The tv was on in the infant room. Note: The caregiver was informed that the tv cannot be on for children under 2 years old and it was shut off.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-02. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Food & allergies
There were no feeding instructions available for the infants not on table foods.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
In the infant 2 class has a play pen that has the net part ripped, the air vent has visible dirt on it, the paint is chipping. The table in the pre-k room is broken and laying on it's side. There are three broken shelves in the pre-k room as well. In the toddler 2 class there is a ceiling tile that is saturated and appears to have mold on it.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-12. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Other
The electrical outlet in the toddler room was uncovered. Note: The caregiver covered the outlet before I left the classroom.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-02.
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Safety & premises
The arch climber, on the playground, does not have the required 6 feet of use zone.
HHSC 746.4803 — Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-15. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Safety & premises
There is a merry go round, on the playground, that does not have loose fill in the fall zones of the equipment.
HHSC 746.4901(a) — Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-15. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Records & paperwork
Children records were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.
HHSC 746.801(1) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Staff background & training
Staff files were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.
HHSC 746.801(3) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Records & paperwork
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Sep 25, 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 25, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 28, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The infant room teachers were unaware of each child's age to determine the specified age group for ratio. Note: The director went into the room and ensured the staff had access to each child's age so they could determine proper ratios.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-28. Correction verified 2025-09-25.
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Supervision & ratios
The toddler room was over ratio by 4 children. One caregiver was supervising 15 children with the specified age group being 2 years old. Ratio for 2 year olds is s1 caregiver to 11 children.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-28. Correction verified 2025-09-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 28, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The infant room teachers were unaware of each child's age to determine the specified age group for ratio. Note: The director went into the room and ensured the staff had access to each child's age so they could determine proper ratios.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-28. Correction verified 2025-09-25.
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Supervision & ratios
The toddler room was over ratio by 4 children. One caregiver was supervising 15 children with the specified age group being 2 years old. Ratio for 2 year olds is s1 caregiver to 11 children.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-28. Correction verified 2025-09-25.
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 22, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Caregivers admit to being on their phone during the day. The director admits to having a problem with caregivers being on their phone.
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 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Aug 22, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Caregivers admit to being on their phone during the day. The director admits to having a problem with caregivers being on their phone.
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 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-25.
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Other
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Jul 3, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 3, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 10, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The straps in the infant table were not being used while the infants were sitting in the seats eating lunch. Note: The caregiver strapped the children in.
HHSC 746.2407 — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-10. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Safety & premises
Five children files had a parent listed as their emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Supervision & ratios
Four children files did not have a health statement.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Staff background & training
Staff files were not available for review at the operation during my inspection.
HHSC 746.801(3) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 10, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The straps in the infant table were not being used while the infants were sitting in the seats eating lunch. Note: The caregiver strapped the children in.
HHSC 746.2407 — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-10. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Safety & premises
Five children files had a parent listed as their emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Supervision & ratios
Four children files did not have a health statement.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Staff background & training
Staff files were not available for review at the operation during my inspection.
HHSC 746.801(3) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jun 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Two children's files out of 10 reviewed did not have a shot record. One child's file did not have a completed shot record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-05. Correction verified 2024-07-16.
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Illness & medication
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Jun 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Two children's files out of 10 reviewed did not have a shot record. One child's file did not have a completed shot record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-05. Correction verified 2024-07-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Jul 13, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One child's file out of 10 reviewed was missing a statement of health.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-28. Correction verified 2023-07-14.
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Illness & medication
One child's file is missing a completed immunization record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-28. Correction verified 2023-07-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Jul 13, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One child's file out of 10 reviewed was missing a statement of health.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-28. Correction verified 2023-07-14.
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Illness & medication
One child's file is missing a completed immunization record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-28. Correction verified 2023-07-14.
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Records & paperwork
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Apr 6, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 6, 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 27, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 27, 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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Mar 9, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 9, 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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Jan 26, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 26, 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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Jan 3, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 3, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 5, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 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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Nov 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Follow up: There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-21. Correction verified 2022-12-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Follow up: There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-21. Correction verified 2022-12-05.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 10, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The infant room was out of ratio. Two caregivers were supervising 14 children 3 months to 23 months. Leaving the room over ratio by 5 children. Note: 3 children were moved to another room and one caregiver moved to another classroom with 6 children to ensure ratio is correct.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-21.
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Supervision & ratios
There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-21.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 10, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The infant room was out of ratio. Two caregivers were supervising 14 children 3 months to 23 months. Leaving the room over ratio by 5 children. Note: 3 children were moved to another room and one caregiver moved to another classroom with 6 children to ensure ratio is correct.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-21.
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Supervision & ratios
There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 4, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the preponderance of information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to conclude that caregivers either use prohibited punishment or threaten prohibited punishment by hitting the table near the child to gain their attention.
HHSC 746.2805(4) — Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-12-19. Correction verified 2023-01-03.
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Other Serious
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Nov 4, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the preponderance of information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to conclude that caregivers either use prohibited punishment or threaten prohibited punishment by hitting the table near the child to gain their attention.
HHSC 746.2805(4) — Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-12-19. Correction verified 2023-01-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Aug 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 26, 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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Aug 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
A 6 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a string of beads attached to their pacifier. A photos was taken and the beads removed from the pacifier.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-12. Correction verified 2022-08-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Aug 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
A 6 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a string of beads attached to their pacifier. A photos was taken and the beads removed from the pacifier.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-12. Correction verified 2022-08-26.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Aug 1, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer inside the crib. The infant was 5 months old. Note: The infant was removed from the bouncer and laid down in the crib that was bare.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-01. Correction verified 2022-08-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Aug 1, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer inside the crib. The infant was 5 months old. Note: The infant was removed from the bouncer and laid down in the crib that was bare.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-01. Correction verified 2022-08-12.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Jul 19, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Follow up 7/19/22: The caregivers, who are under 18, are still not enrolled or have completed the career development courses in high school. Note: A waiver has been turned in for the three caregivers.
HHSC 746.1109(a)(3)(A) — Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-15. Correction verified 2022-08-26.
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Supervision & ratios
Three classrooms were still over ratio. Infant room: The infant room was over ratio by 7 children. 2 caregivers to 18 children when I entered the room. 7 children were removed from the room and out with another caregiver in another room. 3 year old room: The three year old room was over ratio by 2 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for the day to help in that room. 4 year old room: The room was over ratio by 3 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for their shift and was placed in the room. Note: All rooms were brought into compliance before the end of the inspection.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-19. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
Daily schedules are not posted in any of the classrooms.
HHSC 746.2205(a)(2) — Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
The TV was on in the infant room when I arrived. Note: The TV was shut off before I left the room.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-19. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The hand washing sink was being used for both hand washing and washing bottles. Note: It was explained to the teachers that bottles could not be washed or rinsed in the hand washing sinks. A picture was taken for the file.
HHSC 746.2419(8) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-19. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
Feeding instructions were not updated within the last 30 days for all three infants on forumla.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Tile in the infant room is broken and cracked. Doors and walls were observed with visible dirt on them through out the building. Chairs in the cafeteria were observed with visible dirt and grime on them. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
The electrical outlet in the infant room is missing the plastic cover exposing the inside wires and dry wall. Note: A picture was taken for the file. The cover was replaced during my inspection.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-19.
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Safety & premises
A nail was sticking out of the shelve in the toddler room. In the 3 year old room the shelve was missing the plastic boarder on the edges exposing the pressed board. Note: Pictures were taken. The nail was removed and the other shelf had tape put on the edges to keep them from getting sharp and to remove access to the wood.
HHSC 746.3701(5) — Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-19.
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Records & paperwork
One child's file out of 10 reviewed is missing the entire 1st page of the enrollment form.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Records & paperwork
One child's file out of 10 reviewed is missing their health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-24.
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Illness & medication
Two children files out of 10 reviewed are missing completed shot records.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-05. Correction verified 2022-08-05.
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Safety & premises
Three children files out of 10 reviewed are missing addresses for their emergency contacts. One child's file is missing an emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-24.
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Other
One child's file does not have a parent or guardian's signature on it.
HHSC 746.607 — Signed Admission Form
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Records & paperwork
Follow up 7/19/22: The files still were not complete.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-29. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 19, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Follow up 7/19/22: The caregivers, who are under 18, are still not enrolled or have completed the career development courses in high school. Note: A waiver has been turned in for the three caregivers.
HHSC 746.1109(a)(3)(A) — Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-15. Correction verified 2022-08-26.
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Supervision & ratios
Three classrooms were still over ratio. Infant room: The infant room was over ratio by 7 children. 2 caregivers to 18 children when I entered the room. 7 children were removed from the room and out with another caregiver in another room. 3 year old room: The three year old room was over ratio by 2 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for the day to help in that room. 4 year old room: The room was over ratio by 3 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for their shift and was placed in the room. Note: All rooms were brought into compliance before the end of the inspection.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-19. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
Daily schedules are not posted in any of the classrooms.
HHSC 746.2205(a)(2) — Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
The TV was on in the infant room when I arrived. Note: The TV was shut off before I left the room.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-19. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The hand washing sink was being used for both hand washing and washing bottles. Note: It was explained to the teachers that bottles could not be washed or rinsed in the hand washing sinks. A picture was taken for the file.
HHSC 746.2419(8) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-19. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
Feeding instructions were not updated within the last 30 days for all three infants on forumla.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Tile in the infant room is broken and cracked. Doors and walls were observed with visible dirt on them through out the building. Chairs in the cafeteria were observed with visible dirt and grime on them. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Other
The electrical outlet in the infant room is missing the plastic cover exposing the inside wires and dry wall. Note: A picture was taken for the file. The cover was replaced during my inspection.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-19.
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Safety & premises
A nail was sticking out of the shelve in the toddler room. In the 3 year old room the shelve was missing the plastic boarder on the edges exposing the pressed board. Note: Pictures were taken. The nail was removed and the other shelf had tape put on the edges to keep them from getting sharp and to remove access to the wood.
HHSC 746.3701(5) — Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-19.
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Records & paperwork
One child's file out of 10 reviewed is missing the entire 1st page of the enrollment form.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Records & paperwork
One child's file out of 10 reviewed is missing their health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-24.
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Illness & medication
Two children files out of 10 reviewed are missing completed shot records.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-05. Correction verified 2022-08-05.
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Safety & premises
Three children files out of 10 reviewed are missing addresses for their emergency contacts. One child's file is missing an emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-07-24.
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Other
One child's file does not have a parent or guardian's signature on it.
HHSC 746.607 — Signed Admission Form
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-07-22. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Records & paperwork
Follow up 7/19/22: The files still were not complete.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-29. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jul 13, 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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Jul 13, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove a 15 year old was present at the operation without a background check. The 15 year old is counted in ratio for the children.
HHSC 745.621(a)(7) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Staff background & training
There is no documentation showing the two 17 year olds are enrolled or completed the career development program at their high school.
HHSC 746.1109(a)(3)(A) — Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-08. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove that caregivers are standing in the hall way while a child goes to the restroom down the hall. Leaving the classroom unattended and unsupervised. Also, the staff are not directly supervising children in the restroom while standing in the hall by the classroom door.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Supervision & ratios
Three classrooms were over ratio. The infant room has 18 infants and toddlers with 2 caregivers supervising them. The infant room is over ratio by 8 children. The two year old room is over ratio by two children. One staff member is supervising 13 two year olds. The three year old classroom is over ratio by 5 children. The staff member is supervising 20 children all three years old.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Supervision & ratios
The youngest child in the infant room is four months old and the oldest child is 25 months. That is a 21 month gap.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Other
Changes have been made to the infant room, cafeteria/school age room, and a toddler room. Licensing was not notified of these changes. Note: Pictures were taken for the file. The director informed me of the changes inside the building.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
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Records & paperwork
The files for the 17 year old caregivers were incomplete.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-08. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove a 15 year old was present at the operation without a background check. The 15 year old is counted in ratio for the children.
HHSC 745.621(a)(7) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Staff background & training
There is no documentation showing the two 17 year olds are enrolled or completed the career development program at their high school.
HHSC 746.1109(a)(3)(A) — Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-08. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove that caregivers are standing in the hall way while a child goes to the restroom down the hall. Leaving the classroom unattended and unsupervised. Also, the staff are not directly supervising children in the restroom while standing in the hall by the classroom door.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Supervision & ratios
Three classrooms were over ratio. The infant room has 18 infants and toddlers with 2 caregivers supervising them. The infant room is over ratio by 8 children. The two year old room is over ratio by two children. One staff member is supervising 13 two year olds. The three year old classroom is over ratio by 5 children. The staff member is supervising 20 children all three years old.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Supervision & ratios
The youngest child in the infant room is four months old and the oldest child is 25 months. That is a 21 month gap.
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Other
Changes have been made to the infant room, cafeteria/school age room, and a toddler room. Licensing was not notified of these changes. Note: Pictures were taken for the file. The director informed me of the changes inside the building.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
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Records & paperwork
The files for the 17 year old caregivers were incomplete.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-08. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 17, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was seen on video running out of the classroom without teacher knowledge two times.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-29. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 17, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was seen on video running out of the classroom without teacher knowledge two times.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-29. Correction verified 2022-08-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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