Little Me Academy
332 BROADWAY, Winnie, TX 77665 · Chambers County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 19
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Kandi Brewer
- Phone
- (409) 296-4911
- Regulated since
- Dec 2, 2022
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1410100 · number 1745406
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 82 | 17 | Cleanliness & sanitation (14), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (17), Safety & premises (6), Food & allergies (6), Staff background & training (12), Records & paperwork (7), Other (19) |
| 2025 | 8 | 3 | Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (3), Staff background & training (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (2) |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (1), Staff background & training (3) |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 3, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The operation continues to be deficient with caregiver annual training hours. Two caregivers who are accessible to children do not have any of the required annual training hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-10-05. Correction verified 2026-09-22.
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Staff background & training
The operation continues to be deficient with director annual training hours. The director had 0 out of 30 annual training hours available for review.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-10-05. Correction verified 2026-09-22.
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Staff background & training
The operation continues to be deficient with pediatric first aid training. One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric first aid training.
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 2026-10-05. Correction verified 2026-09-22.
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Staff background & training
The operation continues to be deficient with pediatric CPR training. One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric CPR training.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-10-05. Correction verified 2026-09-22.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation continues to be deficient with safety drills. The operation did not have current safety documentation for fire drills, fire extinguishers and smoke detector. Note: The last drill was documented on 6/24/2026.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-09-08. Correction verified 2026-09-09.
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Staff background & training
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Aug 17, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A child was observed sleeping on the bare floor and not a mat/cot.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-17. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The director was observed going to her vehicle and left the children inside the center alone. Note: When I exited the vehicle and entered the building, the director was the only staff person present at that 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 2026-08-17. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers who are accessible to children do not have any of the required annual training hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Staff background & training
The director had 0 out of 30 annual training hours available for review.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric first aid training.
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 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric CPR training.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Safety & premises
The half wall-door to the infant classroom had a sharp piece of piece wood that is accessible to children. The portable infant sink inside the infant classroom is in broken and in need repair.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Children were observed sitting down for lunch and not washing their hands. Note: This was corrected when the director was informed that the children had not washed their hands. The caregivers guided the children to the restroom to wash hands.
HHSC 746.3417(1) — Children Handwashing Before Eating
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-17. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Other
The director's product certificaiton has been expired for over a year. The last certification was taken on 6/21/22.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-21. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have current safety documentation for fire drills, fire extinguishers and smoke detector. Note: The last drill was documented on 6/24/2026.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-21. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Records & paperwork
Two caregivers did not have proof of education available for review.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-24. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Other Serious
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Jun 22, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Upon arrival, 1 child in care was observed on a screen time devices. NOTE: According to the director, the child had recently turned on the device prior to CCR's entry into the facility. NOTE: This was corrected when the child powered off the device and put it away.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(1) — Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-22.
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Other
The sanitation inspection expired 6/7/2026. NOTE: A new permit was filed and submitted 6/8/26
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-06. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The operation continues to be deficient by not having a current pest control treatment. NOTE: Two german roaches were observed to be living and crawling on the front desk and door leading to the infant room.
HHSC 746.3427 — Pest Extermination
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-29. Correction verified 2026-06-29.
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Other
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Jun 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the deficneices cited and recited, the operation is still not in compliance
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The director was observed leaving their group unspervised multiple times to get and prepare lunch items.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Other
Upon arrival, 3 of the 8 children in care of the director were observed on screen time devices. NOTE: According to the director, the children just started to use them shortly before CCR's arrival. The director stated the children were waiting and preparing for lunch
HHSC 746.2207(c)(1) — Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Other
Upon arrival a 2 yr old was observed watching videos on Youtube
HHSC 746.2207(c)(2) — Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Food & allergies
Lunch served was not observed to follow the USDA Meal Patterns. Children were given milk at the end of lunch.
HHSC 746.3301(b) — Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Food & allergies
Drinking water was not observed to be avialable during lunch time.
HHSC 746.3301(f)(1) — Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Food & allergies
The posted menu was not reflective of the food served. The menu only stated fish sticks and mixed vegetables. Acoording to the directo, children would be served, fish sticks, mixed vegetables, and peaches. Children were observed to be served pears.
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Other
The sanitation inspection expired 6/7/2026. NOTE: A new permit was filed and submitted 6/8/26
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-06. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, 2 german roaches were observed to be living and crawing on the front deask and door leading to the infant room.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Other
The sign in and out log was reviewed. Three children present were not observed to be signed in.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Records & paperwork
2 caregivers recently hired still did not have documentation of pre-employment affidavit
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 21, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was observed to be present and in care of children without notifiication of eligibilty from the Centralized Background Check Unit (CBCU).
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 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Staff background & training Serious
Based on the deficneices cited and recite, including a deficieny related to capacity, background checks and multiple citations for supervsion, ratio, record keeping, and health practices, The director has failed to ensure the operation operates in compliance
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Other Serious
A caregiver present and in care of children was not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked the caregiver stated they didn't know and that they were just "a helper"
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Other
A caregiver present and in care of children was not aware of the ages of children in their care. When asked the caregiver stated they didn't know and that they were just "a helper"
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver was observed leaving the infant group unspervised to get lunch items from another room. Some children were observed standing in chairs for long perids of time without intervention from the caregivers.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Supervision & ratios
The infant caregiver was observed to be overratio. There were 6 children with one caregiver 14-23 months. The specified age group was 12-17 months. The caregiver was overratio by 1.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation was observed to be over capacity during the inspection. There were 21 children were observed to be present. NOTE: 5 children were observed to leave before the end of the inspection.
HHSC 746.201(11) — AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
According to the director, children still have not been outside since 5/4 due to rainy weater, damp grounds, and presence of ants. NOTE: Review of available weather reports show no documented rain 5/11-515 or on 5/18. Pest control was not completed until 5/20
HHSC 746.2206(1) — Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Safety & premises
Nap sacks were not observed to be properly arranged to give space between each nap sack and walking room without havingi to step over children.
HHSC 746.2909(3) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Food & allergies
Lunch served was not observed to follow the USDA Meal Patterns. Children were served a fish stick, chex mix and some were given wheat things. No fruits or vegetables were served. CHildren who were given milk wree given approximately 2-3 oz of milk. One child was observed to be given Simply lemonade and other was observed drinking Crush soda
HHSC 746.3301(b) — Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Food & allergies
Drinking water was not observed to be avialable during lunch time. CHildren were given the option of milk or water. One child was heard requesting more water but was not served
HHSC 746.3301(f)(1) — Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Food & allergies
The posted menu was not reflective of the food served. The menu stated smotherd pork chops, mashed potates, green beans, and strawberries. Children were observed to be served fish sticks, and Chex Mix. Some were served wheat thins as well.
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, a child was observed playing with a can that was full of garbage. The child was also observed removing the can off the lid.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The caregiver and director did not wash their hands prior to serving lunch. CHildren were not made to wash their hands before eating. One child who playing in a garbage can was not observed to be made to wash their hands. A caregiver who arrived to the facilty during naptime did not wash their hands before entering the infant room or interacting with children present.
HHSC 746.3419 — Handwashing Procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection. a children was observed playing with the plug of a television
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Other
One child was not observed to have a mat or cot during naptime.
HHSC 746.4503(a) — Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Other
The sign in and out log was reviewed. One child was not observed to be signed in. The director was not aware of which child had not been signed in after reviewing the log with CCR.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Records & paperwork
One caregiver present did not have a file avaialbe for review. One did not have a notarized affidavit or pre-empoylement affidavit on file.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-08. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The director was observed leaving a group of 11 children 2-4 yrs old unspervised mutilple times including going into the kitchen, talking out trash, and completing janitorial task
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Supervision & ratios
Only two caregivers (including the director) were present during the inspection. A thrid caregiver was needed to maintain ratio during naptime.
HHSC 746.1613(a)(5) — Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Safety & premises
According to the director, the last time children were outside was 5/4. There was no reported weather 5/5-5/6 that limit outdoor play
HHSC 746.2206(1) — Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Several ant beds were observed to be treated with poisonous pesticide. NOTE: According to the director, a family member who is not a licensed or certified pest exterminator treated the ant beds
HHSC 746.3427 — Pest Extermination
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
According to the director, ant bed were treated the weekend of 5/2.. Children were last on the playground 5/4
HHSC 746.3429(a) — Children Not Allowed in Areas with Pesticide Residue
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Safety & premises
Records for all children present were reviewed. 2 did not have an address listed for their emergency contact, and noe did not have a health statement signed by a health care professional.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Supervision & ratios
Of the 17 children present. 2 were not signed in and one child signed in was not present in the operation. NOTE: COrrected at inspection. Sign-in/out log was corrected
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-05-08.
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Records & paperwork
A log of attendance for all staff including the director is not maintained.
HHSC 746.801(5) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Apr 24, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Neither the director nor caregiver were aware of the ages of the children present. The caregiver stated the yougest child was 1yr but could not tell their months. After review of files, it was determinded the youngest in care was 13 months. The director was not aware of the age of another child under 2yrs and did not have information showing thier age. The director provided the wrong date of birth for the child.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Staff background & training
The caregiver present did not have any training available for the 2024-2025 training year.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Staff background & training
There was not training available for the 2024 -2025 training year for the director.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Supervision & ratios
Infants were observed to be combinded. The youngest in care was 13 months and the oldest was 4yrs old. There was more than 18 months between the youngest and oldest child in the group
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed to be placed on their stomach when being placed in a crib.
HHSC 746.2427 — AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A bottle of Clorox pray was observed to be in reach of a child.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There was a noticeable odor of soiled diapers in the operation. A dead roach was observed under the table thaw was recently used to serve lunch. Several ant beds were observed on the play space. NOTE: According to the director, children have not gone ooutside due to the ants
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The caregiver was not observed washing their hands after changing a child's diaper.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The caregiver failed to wash the hands of an infant after completing a diaper change
HHSC 746.3421(b) — Infant Handwashing - Raised to Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The handwashing sink in the diaperchanging area was observed to be in need of repair. According to the caregiver, the drain line is broken and the sink is not being used.
HHSC 746.3503(d) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
An open trashbag of soiled diapers was observed sitting in the handwashing sink.
HHSC 746.3505(f) — Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Records & paperwork
3 children in care did not have an enrollment record available for review. One child did not have completed record of enrollment
HHSC 746.603(a)(1) — Children's Records - Enrollment Agreement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Illness & medication
2 children enrolled at present did not have an immunization record in their file
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other
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Apr 22, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Upon arrival. Children unlocked and opened the door for CCR, the caregiver was observed coming from the back area of the building. According to the caregiver, they instructed the children to open the door after the children informed them someone was outside.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Upon arrival. Children were observed to be separated into 3 different rooms of the building. The one caregiver present was observed to be going back and forth from the different rooms leaving multiple children unspervised. At one point, the caregiver stepped out to get the director, closing the door behind themselves leaving 15 children alone with CCR
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios
One caregiver was observed supervising 15 children 13m-4yrs old. The specified age group was 2yrs old. The caregiver was over ratio by 3
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios
Only two caregivers (including the director) were present during the inspection. A thrid caregiver was needed to maintain ratio during naptime.
HHSC 746.1613(a)(5) — Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other
Children under the age of two were observed being care for in the same room where a tv was in use
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other
Upon arrival, the TV was observed to be in use during naptime.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other Serious
Upon arrival, multiple infants were observed to be in sitting in highchairs. According to the staff, they just lunch around 12:30. Children were observed to remain in the high chairs until 1pm.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other Serious
Upon arrival. An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer with a blanket covering them. A second infant was observed sleeping in a high chair. Later during the inspection, a third infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer and covered with a blanket.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(1) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other
Only 7 of the 15 children present was observed to be signed in. Log for the week provided verify children are not being signed in and out daily as required.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Records & paperwork
A log of attendance for all staff including the director is not maintained.
HHSC 746.801(5) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other Serious
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Apr 14, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A leak was observed in the ceiling at the operation.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-05. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios
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Mar 27, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation could not provide a current fire inspection report for review.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-10. Correction verified 2026-04-02.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 25, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 25, 2026 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 21, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-01-27. Correction verified 2026-01-28.
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Records & paperwork
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Oct 17, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
One child's file reviewed did not contain their immunization records.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-24. Correction verified 2025-10-20.
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Illness & medication
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Oct 10, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
There was an individual at the center helping care for the children who did not have a backgrounde check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-10. Correction verified 2025-10-10.
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Other Serious
Several minimum standard violations were observed during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-17. Correction verified 2025-10-16.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There were five children playing in one room at the center and there was not a caregiver present. The caregiver present did not know how many children were present or know all the children's ages.
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 2025-10-10. Correction verified 2025-10-10.
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Supervision & ratios
There was one caregiver present at the center with fifteen children ages eleven months to threes years old.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-10. Correction verified 2025-10-10.
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Supervision & ratios
An eleven month old child was in the same group as a four year old child.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-10. Correction verified 2025-10-10.
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Other
Children under the age of two years old were observed watching television.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-10. Correction verified 2025-10-10.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 22, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 22, 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 2025-01-23. Correction verified 2025-01-24.
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Records & paperwork
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Oct 23, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 5, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The last training completed was 07/2022. This training must be completed annually.
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-08. Correction verified 2023-12-08.
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Staff background & training
The Director was lacking 30 training hours for the annual training year 10/22-10/23.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-01-12. Correction verified 2024-01-29.
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Staff background & training
The Director was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The last training was completed 09/2022.
HHSC 746.1311(d) — Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-08. Correction verified 2023-12-08.
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Supervision & ratios
The operational polices were lacking information related to the support of inclusive services.
HHSC 746.501(a)(30) — Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-11. Correction verified 2023-12-08.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 16, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The Director was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The operation has this age of children enrolled and present.
HHSC 746.1311(d) — Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-03. Correction verified 2022-09-29.
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Staff background & training
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Aug 24, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 18, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Upon arrival, the Director was present with 8 children. The children were ages 0-17 mths (5 present), 18 mths - 3 yrs (1 present), and over 3 yrs (1 present). One caregiver can only have 1 infant by themselves. The operation was 4 children over child caregiver ratio. This was corrected when the second caregiver returned from lunch break.
HHSC 746.1701 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-18. Correction verified 2022-08-24.
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Other
The infant feeding schedules were not updated every 30 days.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-22. Correction verified 2022-08-19.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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