Children's Amazing Palace Learning Academy
1100 S MARTIN ST, Kilgore, TX 75662 · Gregg County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 44
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-07:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Whitney Sowell
- Phone
- (903) 240-0231
- Regulated since
- Jan 24, 2024
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1456634 · number 1783137
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (6), Safety & premises (2), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 38 | 8 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Supervision & ratios (6), Safety & premises (2), Food & allergies (2), Records & paperwork (4), Other (18) |
| 2024 | 12 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Supervision & ratios (2), Other (6) |
| 2023 | 26 | 10 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (2), Other (4) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 10, 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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Sep 10, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 4, 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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Sep 4, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 2, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 2, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 26, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the inspection an infant was observed in the bottom of a stacking crib standing with their head touching the bottom of the top crib.
HHSC 746.2413(2) — Requirements for Stacking Wall Cribs - Used Only for Infant that Cannot Stand or Can Stand Without Hitting Head
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-26. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation stated they did not bring the emergency transport and treatment authorizations when transporting children.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-26. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have transportation consent to bring a child from and to school in their file.
HHSC 746.605(8) — Required Admission Information - Transportation Permission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-27. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Aug 26, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the inspection an infant was observed in the bottom of a stacking crib standing with their head touching the bottom of the top crib.
HHSC 746.2413(2) — Requirements for Stacking Wall Cribs - Used Only for Infant that Cannot Stand or Can Stand Without Hitting Head
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-26. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation stated they did not bring the emergency transport and treatment authorizations when transporting children.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-26. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have transportation consent to bring a child from and to school in their file.
HHSC 746.605(8) — Required Admission Information - Transportation Permission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-27. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Safety & premises
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Feb 26, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 26, 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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Feb 19, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection a classroom with a specified age of 5 years old had one teacher to 26 children.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-20. Correction verified 2026-02-26.
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Other
During the inspection a potty chair was observed with urine still inside.
HHSC 746.3407(5) — Sanitize Potty-Chairs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-19. Correction verified 2026-02-26.
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 19, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection a classroom with a specified age of 5 years old had one teacher to 26 children.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-20. Correction verified 2026-02-26.
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Other
During the inspection a potty chair was observed with urine still inside.
HHSC 746.3407(5) — Sanitize Potty-Chairs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-19. Correction verified 2026-02-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 4, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection it was determined the operation had not completed a fire drill in the past 2 months.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-11. Correction verified 2025-10-02.
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Records & paperwork
The record for the most recent CPSC report was not available during this insepction.
HHSC 746.801(18) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-11. Correction verified 2025-10-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 4, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection it was determined the operation had not completed a fire drill in the past 2 months.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-11. Correction verified 2025-10-02.
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Records & paperwork
The record for the most recent CPSC report was not available during this insepction.
HHSC 746.801(18) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-11. Correction verified 2025-10-02.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 24, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During review it was determined the operation was not documenting their emergency drills.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-05-28.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 24, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During review it was determined the operation was not documenting their emergency drills.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-05-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 14, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 14, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 8, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 8, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The wrong number of children inside a classroom was given by a caregiver during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Food & allergies
During the inspection screen time was observed while children were eating their afternoon snacks.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Other
During the inspection an advertisement was seen playing on a screen with children present.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(5) — Screen Time Activities - Does not include Advertising or Violence
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Children did not wash their hands before eating their snack after nap time.
HHSC 746.3417(1) — Children Handwashing Before Eating
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Mar 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The wrong number of children inside a classroom was given by a caregiver during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Food & allergies
During the inspection screen time was observed while children were eating their afternoon snacks.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Other
During the inspection an advertisement was seen playing on a screen with children present.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(5) — Screen Time Activities - Does not include Advertising or Violence
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Children did not wash their hands before eating their snack after nap time.
HHSC 746.3417(1) — Children Handwashing Before Eating
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-18. Correction verified 2025-03-24.
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Other Serious
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Feb 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the inspection a 4 month old was being cared for in a room with a 4 year old child.
HHSC 746.2403(3) — Infant Care Area - Separate from Older Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-13. Correction verified 2025-03-18.
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Other
During the inspection a portable heater was observed turned on and sitting on the floor next to a child.
HHSC 746.3701(3) — Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-13. Correction verified 2025-03-18.
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Records & paperwork
During the inspection 2 children that did not have admission information on file were being cared for.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-14. Correction verified 2025-03-18.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the inspection a 4 month old was being cared for in a room with a 4 year old child.
HHSC 746.2403(3) — Infant Care Area - Separate from Older Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-13. Correction verified 2025-03-18.
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Other
During the inspection a portable heater was observed turned on and sitting on the floor next to a child.
HHSC 746.3701(3) — Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-13. Correction verified 2025-03-18.
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Records & paperwork
During the inspection 2 children that did not have admission information on file were being cared for.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-14. Correction verified 2025-03-18.
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Other
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Jan 30, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The wrong number of children was given by a caregiver in the classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-02-13.
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Other
While putting on a music on YouTube for nap an advertisement played in two rooms while children were present.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(5) — Screen Time Activities - Does not include Advertising or Violence
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-02-13.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two children were observed going to the restroom, but not washing their hands afterwards.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-02-13.
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Other Serious
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Jan 30, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The wrong number of children was given by a caregiver in the classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-02-13.
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Other
While putting on a music on YouTube for nap an advertisement played in two rooms while children were present.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(5) — Screen Time Activities - Does not include Advertising or Violence
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-02-13.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two children were observed going to the restroom, but not washing their hands afterwards.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-02-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jan 16, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The wrong number of children were stated present in the classroom until it was mentioned to the caregvier.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was left alone inside a classroom while the other children and caregivers were on the playground.
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 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Other
Screen time was being used at arrival with a 13 month old present in the room watching.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Other
A 13 month old infant was present in a classroom with the oldest indiviual 42 months older than them.
HHSC 746.2403(3) — Infant Care Area - Separate from Older Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-17. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A bottle of Lysol disinfectant spray was seen sitting on a cabinet within children's reach inside the classroom.
HHSC 746.3407(13) — Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Safety & premises
Only 4 fire drills were noted to have been complete in 2023.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Other Serious
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Jan 16, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The wrong number of children were stated present in the classroom until it was mentioned to the caregvier.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was left alone inside a classroom while the other children and caregivers were on the playground.
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 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Other
Screen time was being used at arrival with a 13 month old present in the room watching.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Other
A 13 month old infant was present in a classroom with the oldest indiviual 42 months older than them.
HHSC 746.2403(3) — Infant Care Area - Separate from Older Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-17. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A bottle of Lysol disinfectant spray was seen sitting on a cabinet within children's reach inside the classroom.
HHSC 746.3407(13) — Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-16. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
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Safety & premises
Only 4 fire drills were noted to have been complete in 2023.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-30. Correction verified 2025-01-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jul 30, 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 30, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 16, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During the inspection the caregivers did not know how many children they were in charge of and had to recount multiple times.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-07-16. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was observed wandering into the daycare office. Staff was unaware the child had done so.
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 2024-07-16. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection a bundle of bananas were observed in the food pantry to have mold on them. This was corrected at the inspection when the bananas were thrown away.
HHSC 746.3317 — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-07-16.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection paint was observed peeling from the baseboards and wall exposing some drywall.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-16. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Other
The nap cots were observed during the visit and were not labeled to indicate whose cot was whose.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-17. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Other
A tracking system for children was not available for review during this inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-17. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Other Serious
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Jul 16, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During the inspection the caregivers did not know how many children they were in charge of and had to recount multiple times.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-07-16. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was observed wandering into the daycare office. Staff was unaware the child had done so.
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 2024-07-16. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection a bundle of bananas were observed in the food pantry to have mold on them. This was corrected at the inspection when the bananas were thrown away.
HHSC 746.3317 — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-07-16.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection paint was observed peeling from the baseboards and wall exposing some drywall.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-16. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Other
The nap cots were observed during the visit and were not labeled to indicate whose cot was whose.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-17. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
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Other
A tracking system for children was not available for review during this inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-17. Correction verified 2024-07-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Nov 28, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 28, 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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Oct 25, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Used diapers were seen in a trash can within reach of children in one of the bathrooms the children use. Children were seen using the bathroom. This was corrected at inspection when the trash can was removed from the bathroom by the director.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Oct 25, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Used diapers were seen in a trash can within reach of children in one of the bathrooms the children use. Children were seen using the bathroom. This was corrected at inspection when the trash can was removed from the bathroom by the director.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Oct 13, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed in a restrictive device for more than 15 minutes during the inspection. The infant was not being fed or transported.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-10-25.
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Safety & premises
A container of bleach wipes and baby wipes were observed in reach of children inside rooms where child care took place.
HHSC 746.3407(13) — Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-10-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Used diapers were seen in a trash can with no lid within reach of children in one of the bathrooms the children use. Old food was also observed in a trash can within reach of children in a room where care took place.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-10-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Oct 13, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed in a restrictive device for more than 15 minutes during the inspection. The infant was not being fed or transported.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-10-25.
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Safety & premises
A container of bleach wipes and baby wipes were observed in reach of children inside rooms where child care took place.
HHSC 746.3407(13) — Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-10-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Used diapers were seen in a trash can with no lid within reach of children in one of the bathrooms the children use. Old food was also observed in a trash can within reach of children in a room where care took place.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-10-25.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Sep 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 20, 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 5, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During the inspection two caregivers with a pending background check were present and caring for children.
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 2023-09-07. Correction verified 2023-09-06.
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Staff background & training
During the inspection the person in charge did not know where the staff records were kept and could not get them to CCR staff.
HHSC 746.1013(a)(3) — Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Records & paperwork Serious
During the inspection an infant was observed asleep in a restrictive device. The caregiver did not notice until it was mentioned to her.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(1) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Other Serious
During the inspection a 3 year old was observed in timeout for 5 minutes.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection the children started centers before washing their hands after coming inside.
HHSC 746.3417(4) — Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection 4 children's records were reviewed and all 4 were missing the children's full address, the emergency contact address and 3 were missing the emergency contact phone number. 2 were missing the school's phone number, and 1 was missing the emergency facility or provider address.
HHSC 746.605(2) — Required Admission Information - Address and Phone Number
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-15. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Staff background & training
During the inspection 3 staff records were observed and found to be missing the statement of center policies, statement of personnel policies, orientation statement, employment begin date, and the age/education/qualifications.
HHSC 746.901(6)(A) — Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policies
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-12. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 5, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During the inspection two caregivers with a pending background check were present and caring for children.
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 2023-09-07. Correction verified 2023-09-06.
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Staff background & training
During the inspection the person in charge did not know where the staff records were kept and could not get them to CCR staff.
HHSC 746.1013(a)(3) — Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Records & paperwork Serious
During the inspection an infant was observed asleep in a restrictive device. The caregiver did not notice until it was mentioned to her.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(1) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Other Serious
During the inspection a 3 year old was observed in timeout for 5 minutes.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection the children started centers before washing their hands after coming inside.
HHSC 746.3417(4) — Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-05. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection 4 children's records were reviewed and all 4 were missing the children's full address, the emergency contact address and 3 were missing the emergency contact phone number. 2 were missing the school's phone number, and 1 was missing the emergency facility or provider address.
HHSC 746.605(2) — Required Admission Information - Address and Phone Number
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-15. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
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Staff background & training
During the inspection 3 staff records were observed and found to be missing the statement of center policies, statement of personnel policies, orientation statement, employment begin date, and the age/education/qualifications.
HHSC 746.901(6)(A) — Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policies
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-12. Correction verified 2023-09-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 20, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The first aid kit was missing tweezers.
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-24. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operational policies were reviewed and found to be missing the Emergency Preparedness Plan. Along with the Safe Sleep Policy, Requirement for Hearing and Vision Screenings, Parental Notification of policy changes, Transportation, Water Activities, Procedure to review most recent report and standards online, and how to contact local licensing office.
HHSC 746.501(a)(24) — Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-24. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
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Other
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Jul 20, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The first aid kit was missing tweezers.
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-24. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operational policies were reviewed and found to be missing the Emergency Preparedness Plan. Along with the Safe Sleep Policy, Requirement for Hearing and Vision Screenings, Parental Notification of policy changes, Transportation, Water Activities, Procedure to review most recent report and standards online, and how to contact local licensing office.
HHSC 746.501(a)(24) — Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-24. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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