Tiny Tiger's Daycare
229 N FORT ST, Goliad, TX 77963 · Goliad County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 61
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-05:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Irene Gutierrez
- Phone
- (361) 405-1835
- Regulated since
- Nov 16, 2021
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1378020 · number 1721577
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 2 | Safety & premises (4), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 6 | 0 | Safety & premises (4), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 16 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (4), Other (2) |
| 2023 | 32 | 18 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (6), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (4), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (4), Other (12) |
| 2022 | 14 | 6 | Supervision & ratios (6), Staff background & training (2), Other (6) |
| 2021 | 10 | 0 | Illness & medication (2), Safety & premises (2), Records & paperwork (4), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jul 9, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 9, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 8, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 8, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 1, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 1, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 22, 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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Apr 22, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 9, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer for at least twenty minutes. Note: The director did move the infant when she entered the room.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(2) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-09. Correction verified 2026-04-22.
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Safety & premises
One out of four children's files evaluated lacked contact information for the emergency contact. Note: This was corrected when the director obtained the information during the inspection.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-04-09.
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Other
One out of four children's files evaluated lacked a health statement on file.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-04-22.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Apr 9, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer for at least twenty minutes. Note: The director did move the infant when she entered the room.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(2) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-09. Correction verified 2026-04-22.
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Safety & premises
One out of four children's files evaluated lacked contact information for the emergency contact. Note: This was corrected when the director obtained the information during the inspection.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-04-09.
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Other
One out of four children's files evaluated lacked a health statement on file.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-16. Correction verified 2026-04-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Oct 20, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguishers were last serviced July 2024.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Oct 20, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguishers were last serviced July 2024.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One infant feeding instruction had not been updated in the past thirty days.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-09.
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Other
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Jun 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One infant feeding instruction had not been updated in the past thirty days.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
One out of four children's records evaluated lacked an address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-10. Correction verified 2025-02-06.
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Safety & premises
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Feb 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
One out of four children's records evaluated lacked an address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-10. Correction verified 2025-02-06.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Dec 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operational policies were not complete.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-28. Correction verified 2024-10-30.
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Safety & premises
The wooden gate on the playground is broken.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-21. Correction verified 2024-10-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operational policies were not complete.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-28. Correction verified 2024-10-30.
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Safety & premises
The wooden gate on the playground is broken.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-21. Correction verified 2024-10-21.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Aug 2, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 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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Jul 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
One fire extinguisher was last serviced July 2022 and another fire extinguisher was last serviced June 2023.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-24. Correction verified 2024-08-02.
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Safety & premises
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Jul 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
One fire extinguisher was last serviced July 2022 and another fire extinguisher was last serviced June 2023.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-24. Correction verified 2024-08-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jun 18, 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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Jun 18, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 6, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A child was observed using a tablet during nap time.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-06-06. Correction verified 2024-06-18.
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Other
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Jun 6, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A child was observed using a tablet during nap time.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-06-06. Correction verified 2024-06-18.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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May 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 5, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 5, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of four personnel records evaluated lacked orientation to the operation.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(1)A — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
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Staff background & training
One out four personnel records evaluated lacked pre-service training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Feb 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of four personnel records evaluated lacked orientation to the operation.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(1)A — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
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Staff background & training
One out four personnel records evaluated lacked pre-service training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
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Staff background & training
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Jan 31, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 31, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 25, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on information gathered, a caregiver failed to use good judgement when a child was exposed outside without clothing on while being cleaned up from a potty accident.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-03-01. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Jan 25, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on information gathered, a caregiver failed to use good judgement when a child was exposed outside without clothing on while being cleaned up from a potty accident.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-03-01. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Jan 19, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
One out of four children's files evaluated lacked an updated shot record on file.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-26. Correction verified 2024-01-31.
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Illness & medication
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Jan 19, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
One out of four children's files evaluated lacked an updated shot record on file.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-26. Correction verified 2024-01-31.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Dec 18, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 18, 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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Nov 8, 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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Nov 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 20, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The permit holder did not follow probation condition #7, which requires the director to spend at least 2 hours per month observing caregivers in each classroom with a minimum of 30-minute increments. The director only spent one hour for September observing caregivers.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-31. Correction verified 2023-11-08.
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Other Serious
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Oct 20, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The permit holder did not follow probation condition #7, which requires the director to spend at least 2 hours per month observing caregivers in each classroom with a minimum of 30-minute increments. The director only spent one hour for September observing caregivers.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-31. Correction verified 2023-11-08.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Sep 14, 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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Sep 14, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 1, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two out of three infant feeding instructions have not been updated in the past thirty days.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-06. Correction verified 2023-09-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Sep 1, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two out of three infant feeding instructions have not been updated in the past thirty days.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-06. Correction verified 2023-09-14.
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Other
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Aug 21, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Operation allowed a person to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.
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 2023-08-21. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
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Other
Safety straps were not used on a toddler who was seated in a table chair eating lunch.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-21. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Aug 21, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Operation allowed a person to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.
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 2023-08-21. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
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Other
Safety straps were not used on a toddler who was seated in a table chair eating lunch.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-21. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 10, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 10, 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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Jun 26, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A 13 month old was observed with a 48 month old. There is more than an 18 month difference between the youngest child (13 month old) and the oldest child (48 month old) in the class.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-26. Correction verified 2023-07-10.
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguishers have not been serviced since May 2021.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-03. Correction verified 2023-07-10.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 26, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A 13 month old was observed with a 48 month old. There is more than an 18 month difference between the youngest child (13 month old) and the oldest child (48 month old) in the class.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-26. Correction verified 2023-07-10.
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguishers have not been serviced since May 2021.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-03. Correction verified 2023-07-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 1, 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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Jun 1, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver briefly stepped out of the classroom to answer the front door. In addition, one infant was observed sleeping in the front classroom alone while another caregiver had stepped into the kitchen. Note: This was corrected when the caregivers went into their classrooms.
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 2023-05-19. Correction verified 2023-06-01.
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Staff background & training
One out of four personnel files lacked current First Aid and CPR training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-04. Correction verified 2023-06-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver briefly stepped out of the classroom to answer the front door. In addition, one infant was observed sleeping in the front classroom alone while another caregiver had stepped into the kitchen. Note: This was corrected when the caregivers went into their classrooms.
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 2023-05-19. Correction verified 2023-06-01.
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Staff background & training
One out of four personnel files lacked current First Aid and CPR training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-04. Correction verified 2023-06-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 3, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 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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Apr 4, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based upon evidence collected during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that neglectful supervision occurred when a child exited the operation through the front door and was gone for approximately ten minutes, having crossed a road before being found by a neighbor who alerted the operation of her whereabouts.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-10. Correction verified 2023-05-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based upon evidence collected during the DFPS investigation, a caregiver was laying down with her back to a child during naptime, which led to the child exiting the operation without the caregiver's knowledge. In addition, the caregiver was observed laying down on the classroom floor during this time.
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 2023-05-10. Correction verified 2023-05-19.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 4, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based upon evidence collected during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that neglectful supervision occurred when a child exited the operation through the front door and was gone for approximately ten minutes, having crossed a road before being found by a neighbor who alerted the operation of her whereabouts.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-10. Correction verified 2023-05-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based upon evidence collected during the DFPS investigation, a caregiver was laying down with her back to a child during naptime, which led to the child exiting the operation without the caregiver's knowledge. In addition, the caregiver was observed laying down on the classroom floor during this time.
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 2023-05-10. Correction verified 2023-05-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Mar 21, 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 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 1, 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 1, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 9, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
RECITE: One infant was lacking written feeding instructions.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-13. Correction verified 2023-02-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 9, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
RECITE: One infant was lacking written feeding instructions.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-13. Correction verified 2023-02-13.
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Other
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Feb 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The Director failed to utilize tools provided by Child Care Regulation to assist in evaluation of the center by utilizing checklists, resulting in non-compliance at the time of review.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-16. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
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Food & allergies
There were no written feeding instructions for any of the infants not on table food.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-06. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
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Other Serious
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Feb 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The Director failed to utilize tools provided by Child Care Regulation to assist in evaluation of the center by utilizing checklists, resulting in non-compliance at the time of review.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-16. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
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Food & allergies
There were no written feeding instructions for any of the infants not on table food.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-06. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jan 30, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the inspection, a child was observed briefly leaving the Pre-K classroom to walk to the bathroom to throw a piece of trash away.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-02. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
Based on information gathered, an infant was placed in a crib with a boppy pillow, blanket, and toy in the crib.
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 2023-02-23. Correction verified 2023-03-01.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, a six week old was allowed to sleep in a swing for approximately thirty minutes.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-02. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Jan 30, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the inspection, a child was observed briefly leaving the Pre-K classroom to walk to the bathroom to throw a piece of trash away.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-02. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
Based on information gathered, an infant was placed in a crib with a boppy pillow, blanket, and toy in the crib.
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 2023-02-23. Correction verified 2023-03-01.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, a six week old was allowed to sleep in a swing for approximately thirty minutes.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-02. Correction verified 2023-02-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Oct 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The consumer product safety recall was last certified May 2021. Note: This was corrected when the director certified the form.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-10-27.
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Other
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Oct 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The consumer product safety recall was last certified May 2021. Note: This was corrected when the director certified the form.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-10-27.
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Other
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Sep 15, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 15, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 29, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 29, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 7, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation failed to notify licensing of a space of infant space. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 7, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation failed to notify licensing of a space of infant space. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A 13 month old was observed with 36 month olds. There is more than an 18 month difference between the youngest child (13 month old) and the oldest child (36 month old).
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-28. Correction verified 2022-07-07.
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Other Serious
A ten month old was observing sleeping in a swing.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-28. Correction verified 2022-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A 13 month old was observed with 36 month olds. There is more than an 18 month difference between the youngest child (13 month old) and the oldest child (36 month old).
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-28. Correction verified 2022-07-07.
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Other Serious
A ten month old was observing sleeping in a swing.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-28. Correction verified 2022-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Operation allowed three people to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.
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 2022-06-15. Correction verified 2022-06-28.
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Other
Three children were observed in high chairs. Safety straps were not used.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-13. Correction verified 2022-06-28.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Operation allowed three people to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.
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 2022-06-15. Correction verified 2022-06-28.
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Other
Three children were observed in high chairs. Safety straps were not used.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-13. Correction verified 2022-06-28.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 9, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver briefly stepped out of the classroom three separate times, therefore supervision was not appropriate.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-13. Correction verified 2022-06-28.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 9, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver briefly stepped out of the classroom three separate times, therefore supervision was not appropriate.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-13. Correction verified 2022-06-28.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 4, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 4, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 21, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Activity plans were not posted in each classroom as required.
HHSC 746.2205(a)(1) — Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-22. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Records & paperwork
Two children's records reviewed did not have a copy of the children's health statement on file available for review at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Illness & medication
One child's record reviewed did not have the latest immunization on file available for review at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Records & paperwork
One child's record reviewed did not have the special needs portion complete on the admission form at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.605(13) — Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Safety & premises
One child's record reviewed did not have the complete designated contact information on the admission form at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Other
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Oct 21, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Activity plans were not posted in each classroom as required.
HHSC 746.2205(a)(1) — Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-22. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Records & paperwork
Two children's records reviewed did not have a copy of the children's health statement on file available for review at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Illness & medication
One child's record reviewed did not have the latest immunization on file available for review at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Records & paperwork
One child's record reviewed did not have the special needs portion complete on the admission form at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.605(13) — Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Safety & premises
One child's record reviewed did not have the complete designated contact information on the admission form at the time of inspection.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-28. Correction verified 2021-11-10.
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Other
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