ABC Word Academy
7350 W T C JESTER BLVD, Houston, TX 77088 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 104
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Eatherine Edward
- Phone
- (281) 445-9673
- Regulated since
- Oct 13, 2000
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 166018 · number 549942
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (6), Staff background & training (6) |
| 2025 | 24 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (6), Safety & premises (6), Records & paperwork (2), Other (6) |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (2), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2022 | 30 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (10), Records & paperwork (6), Other (6) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jul 21, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The operation has not validated the people list since December 31, 2025.
HHSC 745.651(2)(A) — Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-28. Correction verified 2026-08-07.
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Staff background & training
The toddler caregiver is missing the following training: Emergency preparedness. Controlling the spread of communicable diseases. Administering medication. Food allergies. Understanding building and physical premises safety. Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-08-17.
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Staff background & training
The driver who transports the children has a CPR and First Aid certification that has expired on 4/3/2026.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation does not have documentation stating that a health inspection is not required.
HHSC 746.3401(c)(1) — Annual Sanitation Inspection - Inspection not available, you must obtain documentation stating inspection not available
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
CCR observed that in the infant room, the wall baseboard was peeling off along with the paint. Additionally, CCR observed a hole in the wall behind the door in the toddler classroom.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-24.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not complete the children's products certification form, nor was it provided to CCR during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection, CCR was not provided with the operation s liability insurance for review.
HHSC 746.801(6) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability Insurance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-22.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 21, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The operation has not validated the people list since December 31, 2025.
HHSC 745.651(2)(A) — Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-28. Correction verified 2026-08-07.
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Staff background & training
The toddler caregiver is missing the following training: Emergency preparedness. Controlling the spread of communicable diseases. Administering medication. Food allergies. Understanding building and physical premises safety. Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-08-17.
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Staff background & training
The driver who transports the children has a CPR and First Aid certification that has expired on 4/3/2026.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation does not have documentation stating that a health inspection is not required.
HHSC 746.3401(c)(1) — Annual Sanitation Inspection - Inspection not available, you must obtain documentation stating inspection not available
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
CCR observed that in the infant room, the wall baseboard was peeling off along with the paint. Additionally, CCR observed a hole in the wall behind the door in the toddler classroom.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-24.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not complete the children's products certification form, nor was it provided to CCR during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection, CCR was not provided with the operation s liability insurance for review.
HHSC 746.801(6) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability Insurance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-07-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Oct 15, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation emergency preparedness plan is missing how the children under 24 months will be evacuated or relocated.
HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-29. Correction verified 2025-10-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 15, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation emergency preparedness plan is missing how the children under 24 months will be evacuated or relocated.
HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-29. Correction verified 2025-10-16.
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 4, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The soft seats have visible wear and tear and are no longer waterproof, making the equipment difficult to sanitize and increasing the risk of bacteria growth. Correction: The caregiver removed the torn soft seats from the classroom.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-04.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation current fire inspection was not available during the inspection.
HHSC 746.801(11) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-23. Correction verified 2025-09-09.
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Safety & premises
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Aug 4, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The soft seats have visible wear and tear and are no longer waterproof, making the equipment difficult to sanitize and increasing the risk of bacteria growth. Correction: The caregiver removed the torn soft seats from the classroom.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-04.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation current fire inspection was not available during the inspection.
HHSC 746.801(11) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-23. Correction verified 2025-09-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jun 16, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The 3rd and 4th grade classroom does not have enough popular equipment to prevent the children from competing.
HHSC 746.2605(3) — Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Enough Available to Prevent Competition
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Other
The 5th and 6th grade classrooms do not have play areas during the activity.
HHSC 746.2703(1) — Space Requirements for School-age - Interest Centers
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Safety & premises
In the Pre-K Classroom, CCR observed a spider cocoon near the toy boxes and a dead cricket. CCR also noticed a broken tile beneath the sink. CCR noticed a rug rolled up and leaning against the wall in the toddler's classroom.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
CCR observed cleaning products that were not stored away near the sinks, making them accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Other
CR did not observe an activity schedule posted in each classroom.
HHSC 746.401(5) — Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Other
In each classroom, CCR did not observe any storage areas for children to place their personal belongings.
HHSC 746.4505 — Storage for Individual Belongings
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation emergency plan is missing a designated location where all caregivers and children will meet.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(3) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 16, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The 3rd and 4th grade classroom does not have enough popular equipment to prevent the children from competing.
HHSC 746.2605(3) — Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Enough Available to Prevent Competition
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Other
The 5th and 6th grade classrooms do not have play areas during the activity.
HHSC 746.2703(1) — Space Requirements for School-age - Interest Centers
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Safety & premises
In the Pre-K Classroom, CCR observed a spider cocoon near the toy boxes and a dead cricket. CCR also noticed a broken tile beneath the sink. CCR noticed a rug rolled up and leaning against the wall in the toddler's classroom.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
CCR observed cleaning products that were not stored away near the sinks, making them accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Other
CR did not observe an activity schedule posted in each classroom.
HHSC 746.401(5) — Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Other
In each classroom, CCR did not observe any storage areas for children to place their personal belongings.
HHSC 746.4505 — Storage for Individual Belongings
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-30. Correction verified 2025-07-03.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation emergency plan is missing a designated location where all caregivers and children will meet.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(3) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-30. 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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Apr 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 10, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
There was sufficient evidence that the operation did not obtain a parent's signature when sharing incident reports.
HHSC 746.707 — Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-02. Correction verified 2025-06-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Apr 10, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
There was sufficient evidence that the operation did not obtain a parent's signature when sharing incident reports.
HHSC 746.707 — Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-02. Correction verified 2025-06-02.
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Illness & medication
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Jan 17, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023 data from January 17, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-01-22. Correction verified 2025-01-21.
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Records & paperwork
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Jan 17, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023 data from January 17, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-01-22. Correction verified 2025-01-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Aug 28, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 28, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 7, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A new hire was in the classroom where children were in care without an eligible background check. The new hire was removed from the classroom.
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 2023-11-07. Correction verified 2023-11-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Nov 7, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A new hire was in the classroom where children were in care without an eligible background check. The new hire was removed from the classroom.
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 2023-11-07. Correction verified 2023-11-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 12, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies lacked a policy on vaccine preventable diseases for its employees.
HHSC 746.501(a)(28) — Written Operational Policies - Vaccine Preventable Diseases
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-10. Correction verified 2023-10-05.
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 12, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies lacked a policy on vaccine preventable diseases for its employees.
HHSC 746.501(a)(28) — Written Operational Policies - Vaccine Preventable Diseases
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-10. Correction verified 2023-10-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 17, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 17, 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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Jul 25, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 25, 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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Jul 24, 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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Jul 24, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 7, 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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Dec 7, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 28, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
As of 10/28/22, documentation of the required vision and hearing screening has not been provided. This deficiency is being re-cited. Please provide the required information 11/11/22. Of the eight children's records evaluated, two lacked documentation of a hearing and vision screening.
HHSC 746.603(a)(6) — Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-11-11. Correction verified 2022-11-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Oct 28, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
As of 10/28/22, documentation of the required vision and hearing screening has not been provided. This deficiency is being re-cited. Please provide the required information 11/11/22. Of the eight children's records evaluated, two lacked documentation of a hearing and vision screening.
HHSC 746.603(a)(6) — Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-11-11. Correction verified 2022-11-16.
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Records & paperwork
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Sep 23, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, three did not complete an orientation covering the following topics: 1. Administering medications 2. Food allergies 3. Handling, disposing and storing of hazardous materials
HHSC 746.1301(1)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, one has not completed First Aid Training.
HHSC 746.1301(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, two are not current with CPR training.
HHSC 746.1301(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, one caregiver did not receive training in the following topics for the September 2020-September 2021 training year: 1. Administering medications 2. Food allergies 3. Handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials. The completion of the traininggs will be considered make-up training hours and will not be counted towards the current training year.
HHSC 746.1309(f) — Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-25.
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Staff background & training
The director did not receive training in the following topics for the January 2021-January 2022 training year: 1. Administering medications 2. Food allergies 3. Handling, storing and disposing of hazardous mater The completion of the traininggs will be considered make-up training hours and will not be counted towards the current training year.
HHSC 746.1311(e) — Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-25.
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Other
The Chidlren's Product Certification form is not being completd annually. The form was last completed in September 2019.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-09-30. Correction verified 2022-10-06.
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Other
A composite play structure is on the center's playground. The structure includes swings, a slide and a climbing apparatus. This type of play structure is not on playgrounds for child care centers.
HHSC 746.4701(c) — Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-30. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Other
The loose fill surfacing is not being maintained at the depth of 6 inches. Also, in some areas the grass has overgrown the loose fill surfacing.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-30. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The Emergency Preparedness Plan does not state how staff will evacuate with the following information: 1. Parent and emergency contact telephone numbers for each child 2. Authorization for emergency care 3. How staff will care for children until they have been released to the parent 4. How children will be evacuated and/or relocated to the safe area or alternate shelter. 5. How children under 2 yrs old or with limited mobility will be evacuated. 6. The name and address of the alternate shelter 7. The emergency telephone number on file with Child Care Regulation. 8. How you will communicate with local emergency authorities, parents and Child Care Regulation. 9. How children will be re-united with their parents
HHSC 746.501(a)(24) — Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-24.
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Safety & premises
The emergency relocation and evacuation diagram does not show the relocation area inside of the building.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(4) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-24.
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Records & paperwork
Of the eight children's records evaluated, two lacked documentation of a hearing and vision screening.
HHSC 746.603(a)(6) — Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-28.
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Safety & premises
Of the eight children's records evaluated, one lacked the name, address and telephone number of the child's doctor or an emergency care facility.
HHSC 746.605(11) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Safety & premises
Of the eight children's records evaluated, five lacked the address of the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Records & paperwork
A copy of the current health inspection was not available for review.
HHSC 746.801(12) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 23, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, three did not complete an orientation covering the following topics: 1. Administering medications 2. Food allergies 3. Handling, disposing and storing of hazardous materials
HHSC 746.1301(1)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, one has not completed First Aid Training.
HHSC 746.1301(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, two are not current with CPR training.
HHSC 746.1301(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Of the four personnel records evaluated, one caregiver did not receive training in the following topics for the September 2020-September 2021 training year: 1. Administering medications 2. Food allergies 3. Handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials. The completion of the traininggs will be considered make-up training hours and will not be counted towards the current training year.
HHSC 746.1309(f) — Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-25.
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Staff background & training
The director did not receive training in the following topics for the January 2021-January 2022 training year: 1. Administering medications 2. Food allergies 3. Handling, storing and disposing of hazardous mater The completion of the traininggs will be considered make-up training hours and will not be counted towards the current training year.
HHSC 746.1311(e) — Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-25.
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Other
The Chidlren's Product Certification form is not being completd annually. The form was last completed in September 2019.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-09-30. Correction verified 2022-10-06.
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Other
A composite play structure is on the center's playground. The structure includes swings, a slide and a climbing apparatus. This type of play structure is not on playgrounds for child care centers.
HHSC 746.4701(c) — Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-30. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Other
The loose fill surfacing is not being maintained at the depth of 6 inches. Also, in some areas the grass has overgrown the loose fill surfacing.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-30. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The Emergency Preparedness Plan does not state how staff will evacuate with the following information: 1. Parent and emergency contact telephone numbers for each child 2. Authorization for emergency care 3. How staff will care for children until they have been released to the parent 4. How children will be evacuated and/or relocated to the safe area or alternate shelter. 5. How children under 2 yrs old or with limited mobility will be evacuated. 6. The name and address of the alternate shelter 7. The emergency telephone number on file with Child Care Regulation. 8. How you will communicate with local emergency authorities, parents and Child Care Regulation. 9. How children will be re-united with their parents
HHSC 746.501(a)(24) — Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-24.
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Safety & premises
The emergency relocation and evacuation diagram does not show the relocation area inside of the building.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(4) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-24.
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Records & paperwork
Of the eight children's records evaluated, two lacked documentation of a hearing and vision screening.
HHSC 746.603(a)(6) — Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-28.
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Safety & premises
Of the eight children's records evaluated, one lacked the name, address and telephone number of the child's doctor or an emergency care facility.
HHSC 746.605(11) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Safety & premises
Of the eight children's records evaluated, five lacked the address of the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Records & paperwork
A copy of the current health inspection was not available for review.
HHSC 746.801(12) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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HHSC publishes inspections, investigations and assessments from October 2017 onward, with each cited deficiency and its risk weight. Investigation narratives, complaint files and older history require a public information request. The Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552) gives anyone the right to ask. You don't have to say why.
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- HHSC Open Records Coordinator, MC-1070 · OpenRecordsRequest@hhs.texas.gov · fax 512-424-6586 · 4601 W. Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78751-3146 · agency instructions
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If something is happening now, report a concern to HHSC Child Care Regulation. For suspected abuse, contact your county child protective services or law enforcement.
Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation datasets on data.texas.gov. Last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is HHSC's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan. About this data.