La Petite Academy Beech Trail
6865 BEECH TRAIL DR, San Antonio, TX 78244 · Bexar County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 150
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Lorraine Herrera
- Phone
- (210) 661-9718
- Regulated since
- Apr 14, 1988
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 104392 · number 234093- 684
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Records & paperwork (1), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 12 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (1), Other (3) |
| 2024 | 7 | 3 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Food & allergies (1), Staff background & training (2), Other (1) |
| 2023 | 16 | 7 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (3), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (1), Other (2) |
| 2022 | 9 | 3 | Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (3), Other (2) |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | Other (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 22, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 15, 2026 Inspection
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 30, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The teacher was observed changing several children's diapers without washing their hands. This was corrected when another teacher washed the hands of the children that had their diaper changed.
HHSC 746.3505(b) — Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-04-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Apr 20, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 26, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 13, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One out of eight infants were missing a monthly feeding schedule.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-13. Correction verified 2026-03-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Adult scissors were found in the 18?24-year-old room in a drawer that was not child proof. All fire extinguishers located in the classrooms were observed to have an accumulation of dust. This was corrected at inspection once the scissors were removed and all fire extinguishers were cleaned.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-03-13.
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Records & paperwork
One out of ten children's record did not have a physician's information on the enrollment form.
HHSC 746.605(10) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-13. Correction verified 2026-03-23.
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Other
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Feb 5, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 4, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 19, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A wasp's nest with a wasp in it was seen on the playground under the roof of a playhouse. A nail was protruding out of a playhouse accessible to children located on the infant playground. A broken toy with sharp edges was accessible to children. NOTE: These 3 hazards were corrected at inspection when the assistant director called Pest control and scheduled for them to come out on today. The assistant director was able to screw the nail in from protruding out of the playhouse roof area. The assistant director removed the broken toy from the playground.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-19. Correction verified 2025-09-22.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jul 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 8, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Two children in care have Epi Pens at the operation for food allergies, and no allergy emergency plans on file available for review during an inspection.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-26. Correction verified 2025-05-28.
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Other
Seven of the 8 files reviewed during a follow up do not have health statements or their equivalents available for review during an inspection.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-05-26. Correction verified 2025-05-28.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 14, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
2 garbage cans in the Early Preschool classroom bathrooms were seen uncovered with garbage accessible to children. Note: this was corrected when lids were placed on the cans
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-04-14.
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Safety & premises
3 wasps nests were seen on the playground during an inspection.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-05-08.
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Illness & medication
During an inspection 1 child's Epi Pen is found to be expired.
HHSC 746.3809 — Medication No Longer Used
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios
Two children in care have Epi Pens at the operation for food allergies, and no allergy emergency plans on file available for review during an inspection.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-05-08.
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Other
Eight of the 10 files reviewed do not have health statements or their equivalents available for review during an inspection.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-05-08.
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Illness & medication
Two of 10 files reviewed do not have up to date immunization information available for review during an inspection.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The permit holder has failed to adequately respond to work order requests submitted by the operation regarding the HVAC system not working properly. This failure to ensure that all classrooms in the building are kept at a consistent temperature has resulted in some classrooms being too cold in the winter and/or too hot in the summer for children in care.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Other
Recited: Temperature measurements taken in three classrooms during the follow up inspection were lower than the city mandated lowest temperature allowed for child care facilities.
HHSC 746.3407(10) — Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jan 17, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 15, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Based on evidence collected during this investigation, it was determined that the operation failed to ensure that the infant classroom was warm enough for infants in care. The classroom was observed to be very cold, with temperatures measured as low as 64.6⁰ F. Other classrooms measured within a degree of two of this temperature, and one classroom that was not in use at the time measured at 56.5⁰ F.
HHSC 746.3407(10) — Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 20, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 15, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was present at operation without an active background check. NOTE: Caregiver was sent home and told must not return until results are returned.
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 2024-08-20. Correction verified 2024-08-23.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 7, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 29, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One of ten caregivers did not have verification of up-to-date CPR/FA certification.
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 2024-05-13. Correction verified 2024-05-15.
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Supervision & ratios
A classroom for two year old children was observed with 12 children with one caregiver. The SAG in the classroom was two years. Note: this was corrected at inspection when a three year old child was bumped up to a preschool classroom.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-29. Correction verified 2024-05-07.
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Food & allergies Serious
A caregiver was observed grabbing a child's forearm to stop them from grabbing plastic gloves used for serving snack and yanking them from their hand roughly.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-29. Correction verified 2024-05-07.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A child was observed picking up and eating a food item from the trash pile on floor that was left by a caregiver. A trash can in a toddler classroom was observed without a cover
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-29. Correction verified 2024-05-07.
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Illness & medication
Two of ten children's files did not have an up-to-date immunization record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-13. Correction verified 2024-05-15.
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Staff background & training
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Mar 19, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 7, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 1, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 2, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver in the toddler classroom gave the incorrect number of children in class during naptime. Caregiver pulled the roster on the tablet and compared with the written list and found the error.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-02. Correction verified 2024-01-16.
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Other Serious
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Dec 29, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver was using harsh methods of waking children from nap by lifting the cots there were laying on with her foot.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-27. Correction verified 2024-02-01.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Dec 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 28, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver changed an infant's diaper and released them without washing their hands when done. A caregiver did not ensure a toddler's hands were washed after changing their diaper.
HHSC 746.3505(b) — Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-28. Correction verified 2023-12-13.
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Safety & premises
The mulch was low at exits of slides and high activity areas. The director did not know when it was last spread/raked.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-19. Correction verified 2024-01-02.
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Safety & premises
Each fire extinguishers in each of the two transportation vehicles did not indicate a service date in the tag.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-26. Correction verified 2024-01-02.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jun 27, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation was 83 degrees at the time of the inspection due to AC malfunctioning since Tuesday 6/20.
HHSC 746.3407(10) — Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-29. Correction verified 2023-06-29.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver was observed using aggressive tones with the children in her care.
HHSC 746.1203(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-14. Correction verified 2023-06-27.
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Other
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May 26, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver in the school age classroom was observed redirecting a child in a loud voice. The child was visibly upset during the occurrence.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-26. Correction verified 2023-06-14.
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Other Serious
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May 25, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver mistreated a child by pinching the child while in naptime causing a lesion.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-23. Correction verified 2023-06-27.
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Illness & medication
There was no incident report created within the adequate timeframe and the parent was not given a written notification on the details of the incident.
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-06-23. Correction verified 2023-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation is impeding an investigation by refusing to release video footage taken the day of an alleged incident that is related to an open investigation.
HHSC HRC42.04412(a) - Interference with an investigation — HRC42.04412(a) - Interference with an investigation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-23. Correction verified 2023-07-07.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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May 24, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 9, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three caregivers were not current with their CPR/First aid certifications.
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 2023-05-31. Correction verified 2023-05-31.
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Safety & premises Serious
The fire inspection was overdue as of 4/27/23.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-16. Correction verified 2023-05-18.
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Illness & medication
Two of ten children's files did not have an immunization record in file. One of ten children's files did not have a signed health care statement from their physician. Two of ten children's files did not have the child's school information.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-05-31. Correction verified 2023-06-06.
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Safety & premises Serious
One of ten children's files did not have a signed medical authorization.
HHSC 746.605(12) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-23. Correction verified 2023-05-15.
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Staff background & training
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Apr 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 17, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver placed a crying child roughly outside the classroom door and closed the door to the classroom leaving child alone in another classroom.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-16. Correction verified 2023-05-24.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 13, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 10, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A child in the Pre K classroom did not wash their hands after having diaper changed. Note: this was corrected when caregiver was told to ensure child washed their hands.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-10.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Apr 4, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 24, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 15, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 19, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 10, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 6, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 15, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 1, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During investigation, an employee (YG) was observed working as caregiver while background check remains pending. Director stated she has been working since Wednesday, 5/25/22. Employee was told to go home and must not return until background results are returned.
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 2022-06-01. Correction verified 2022-06-15.
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Staff background & training
While reviewing annual training records: 4 of 19 employees did not have training records available for review. Four caregivers had not completed their required 24 hours for the 12 month period. The director had only 18 of 30 hours completed for her annual training.
HHSC 746.1301(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-15. Correction verified 2022-06-29.
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Illness & medication
While reviewing children's files, 2 of 6 records reviewed did not have immunization records or statement from parent saying they refuse to immunize in the child's record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-15. Correction verified 2022-06-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 25, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three tenured employees of 19 employees total, did not have current CPR/First aid certifications.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-08. Correction verified 2022-06-07.
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Staff background & training
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May 19, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 18, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During investigation, it has been determined that yelling does occur at operation from caregivers towards children.
HHSC 746.2805(6) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-08. Correction verified 2022-06-15.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 17, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 6, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 3, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other
During investigation it was determined parents were not immediately notified of child's injury. Once an attempt was made to notify one parent, no additional attempts were made to contact second parent or anyone else when contact not achieved.
HHSC 746.307(b)(1) — AP Parental Communication - Injury Requires Treatment by Health Care Professional or Hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-05-31. Correction verified 2022-06-15.
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Other
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May 2, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 21, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 11, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The last health inspection was conducted on 4/5/2021.
HHSC 746.3401(b) — Annual Sanitation Inspection - Conducted Local Sanitation Official
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-05-02. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Safety & premises Serious
The fire inspection was last conducted on 3/17/2021.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-05-02. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other
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Mar 30, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 22, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Based on observation and interviews with staff the preschool and two year old classroom were out of ratio by one child.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-30. Correction verified 2022-04-11.
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 27, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 9, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 7, 2021 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Based on interviews with staff, children and documentation proves a caregivers used inappropriate discipline by grabbing a three year old by the arm and force them to sit down.
HHSC 746.2803(4) — Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-14. Correction verified 2021-12-27.
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Other
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