Sharpstown Kindercare
6767 ROOKIN ST, Houston, TX 77074 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 102
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Valentina Fuentes Martinez
- Phone
- (713) 774-9711
- Regulated since
- May 5, 2006
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 293203 · number 859473
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 2 | Illness & medication (1), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 19 | 15 | Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (7), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (2), Other (3) |
| 2024 | 19 | 9 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (4), Food & allergies (1), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (1), Other (4) |
| 2023 | 46 | 34 | Cleanliness & sanitation (11), Illness & medication (4), Supervision & ratios (7), Safety & premises (5), Staff background & training (5), Records & paperwork (4), Other (10) |
| 2022 | 14 | 10 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (3), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (1), Staff background & training (3), Records & paperwork (1), Other (3) |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (2), Safety & premises (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (1) |
Enforcement actions
- Seen Oct 1, 2026 — Conditions on permit (HHSC operation record)
HHSC publishes these as current flags on the operation, not as dated actions. The date shown is when this site first saw the flag. The HHSC Child Care Search has the details.
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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May 29, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Two caregivers completed online pediatric CPR training.
HHSC 746.1315(b)(1) — CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-05. Correction verified 2026-06-09.
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Illness & medication
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: Emergency contact information is needed for two children enrolled. A health statement is needed for eight children enrolled. The admission date is needed for four children enrolled. Current immunization records are needed for eight children enrolled.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-13. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 29, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Infant feeding instructions are needed for two children in care.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-12.
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Safety & premises Serious
The last fire inspection was completed 01/02/2025.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-17. Correction verified 2026-03-31.
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Other
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Dec 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 11, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 26, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 25, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Upon arrival I encountered two caregivers and one kitchen personnel. All were asked who was in charge in the directors absence and they stated the assistant director who was not present. The staff were asked who was in charge at that moment and there was no qualified caregiver designated to be in charge.
HHSC 746.1013(a) — Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-11.
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Staff background & training
The transportation safety certificates did not specify the length of the training.
HHSC 746.1329(a)(6) — Documentation of Training Requirements - Length
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-09-02. Correction verified 2025-09-11.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of transportation services.
HHSC 746.301(7) — Notification of Additional Services Offered
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-11.
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Safety & premises
The first aid kit in the van used to transport children did not have a working thermometer. Note: This was corrected during inspection when the director added a working thermometer to the first aid kit.
HHSC 746.4003(a)(7) — First Aid Kit Incomplete - Thermometer, preferably non-glass
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-29.
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Safety & premises
The antiseptic wipes in the van used for transporting children expired 11/2020. Note: This was corrected during inspection when the director added antiseptic wipes that were not expired.
HHSC 746.4003(b) — First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-29.
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Safety & premises Serious
During today's inspection a three year old child was transported without a child passenger safety seat. Note: The director added a booster seat in the vehicle during inspection.
HHSC 746.5607(e)(2) — Child Passenger Safety Seat System - 2 years of age and within weight and height limit of child safety seat
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-11.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The transportation binder was reviewed and it did not include emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for the seven children the operation transports.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-08-29.
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Other Serious
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Jun 11, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
An Emergency Preparedness Plan consistent with the requirements listed in minimum standards 746.5202 has not been added to the operational policies.
HHSC 746.501(a)(24) — Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-02. Correction verified 2026-02-27.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 1, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation has not added the Emergency Preparedness Plan to the operational policies.
HHSC 746.501(a)(24) — Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-06-11.
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Safety & premises Serious
The Emergency Preparedness Plan reviewed did not have procedures for relocating children who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments.
HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-09. Correction verified 2025-05-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Apr 17, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 3, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The caregivers in the Discovery Preschool room was unaware of the number of children responsible for. A caregiver stated 15 children were in the room, however 16 were observed in the classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-04-03. Correction verified 2025-04-17.
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Other Serious
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Mar 25, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Three staff members need training in Understanding early childhood brain development.
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-04. Correction verified 2025-04-04.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During today's inspection I observed a group of children napping in the Discovery Preschool class ranging from ages 14 months old-3 years old. The oldest child was more than 18 months older than the youngest child.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-25. Correction verified 2025-04-03.
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Other
During today's inspection I observed children laying on numbered nap cots in the Pre-K room. The number/child assignment chart posted was not followed. A number/child assignment list was not available in the Preschool room. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-03-25.
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Safety & premises Serious
The Emergency Preparedness Plan was reviewed during inspection and the following is needed: Instructions for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency. The staff responsibility in a sheltering/lock-down emergency for the orderly movement of children to a designated location within the center where children should gather. The alternate shelter away information provided to parents needed updating.
HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-04. Correction verified 2025-05-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The Emergency Preparedness Plan did not include information about how the operation will evacuate and relocate with information such as authorization for emergency care for each child in care.
HHSC 746.5202(3) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Essential Documentation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-04. Correction verified 2025-04-04.
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Safety & premises Serious
The Emergency Preparedness Plan did not include information about how the staff will continue to care for the children until each child has been released.
HHSC 746.5202(4) — Emergency Preparedness Plan-Continuity of Care Until Children Released
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-04. Correction verified 2025-05-04.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The Emergency Preparedness Plan did not include How the operation will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted.
HHSC 746.5202(5) — Emergency Preparedness Plan-Reunification Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-04. Correction verified 2025-04-04.
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Illness & medication Serious
Updated immunization records is needed for three children enrolled.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-04. Correction verified 2025-04-08.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Feb 27, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Training certificates were missing the following information: - Trainers Qualifications - Participants Name - Clock Hours
HHSC 746.1329(b)(1) — Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-10-29. Correction verified 2024-10-29.
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Food & allergies Serious
Bottles in the Infant Room were missing a label. Note: The provider labeled the bottles during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-10-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A dead bug was observed on the floor by a shelf in the classroom that has not been disposed of. Note: The opreation disposed of the dead bug during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-10-15.
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Safety & premises Serious
During the follow up, there were still two screws missing on the climbing equipment in the DPS classroom causing the equipment to be unstable. There are still uneven cracks on the outdoor play area that also pose a tripping hazard for children who are playing on or near the surface.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-29. Correction verified 2024-11-06.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 30, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
1 of the caregivers in the infant room stated there were 7 children in the classroom when there were 8 children accounted for.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-30. Correction verified 2024-10-15.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two screws are missing on the climbing equipment in the DPS classroom causing the equipment to be unstable. A shelf is not secured to the metal plates posing a tipping hazard. There are uneven cracks on the outdoor play area that also pose a tripping hazard for children who are playing on or near the surface.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-11. Correction verified 2024-10-15.
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Other Serious
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Aug 22, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the DFPS Investigation, there is sufficient evidence to show the operation did not maintain adequate supervision of children in care.
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 2024-12-02. Correction verified 2024-12-16.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Aug 6, 2024 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Documentation provided does not show the specific dates of when each training topic was completed.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-09. Correction verified 2024-08-06.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
3 out of 4 staff files evaluated were missing training certificates for the following topics: Emergency Preparedness Handling Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials Understanding Building and Physical Premises Safety Preventing the Spread of Communicable Diseases
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-09. Correction verified 2024-08-06.
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Other
An activity schedule was not posted in the Infant A classroom during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2209 — Posting of Activity Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-02. Correction verified 2024-08-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
A completed Food Allergy Emergency Plan was not available to review for 1 child with a documented food allergy
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-02. Correction verified 2024-08-02.
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Other
The monthly maintenance checklist for the building for May was not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-02. Correction verified 2024-08-02.
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Staff background & training
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Mar 27, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
2 staffs files evaluated contained education documentation written in a foreign language that has not been translated to English.
HHSC 746.1045 — Education Outside of U.S.
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-04-10. Correction verified 2024-04-10.
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Staff background & training Serious
1 staff file evaluated did not contain the full 24 clock hours of annual training. An additional 8 hours is needed.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-10. Correction verified 2024-04-10.
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Staff background & training
2 staff files evaluated did not contain documentation of training in Responding to Food Allergy Emergencies.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-04-10. Correction verified 2024-04-10.
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Staff background & training
2 staff files evaluated did not contain complete documentation of orientation, Signatures from the trainer were missing.
HHSC 746.1329(d) — Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-04-10. Correction verified 2024-04-10.
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Records & paperwork
Mangos were served with lunch instead of pears as listed on the daily menu. Note: Provider corrected this at inspection by documenting the substitution on the provider's app.
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-03-27.
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Safety & premises Serious
Documentation of a completed Food Allergy Emergency Plan was not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-10. Correction verified 2024-04-10.
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Other
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Mar 15, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
An incident report was not shared with a parent for a child who was injured while in care.
HHSC 746.707 — Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-10. Correction verified 2024-05-15.
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Illness & medication
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Dec 19, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 4, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
During the inspection a 2 month old was observed sleeping in their crib while the drop gate was down. Note: The caregiver secured the drop gate during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2409(c) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-04. Correction verified 2023-12-19.
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Safety & premises Serious
An 11 month old infant was observed in their crib with a baby doll. Note: The provider removed the doll from the crib during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-04. Correction verified 2023-12-19.
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Safety & premises Serious
The annual fire inspection has not been conducted since November 15th, 2022.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-21. Correction verified 2023-12-29.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Nov 21, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based upon the information obtained, the special care needs statement was incomplete.
HHSC 746.605(13) — Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-19. Correction verified 2024-01-26.
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Other Serious
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Oct 27, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation designee has not been listed as a Controlling Person.
HHSC 746.305(a)(7) — Report Change in Controlling Person
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-01. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 24, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the follow up inspection, the operation has received repeated deficiencies and is not maintaining compliance with minimum standard requirements.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-10. Correction verified 2023-10-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver was observed serving food to children on the bare table with no sanitary napkin.
HHSC 746.3317(3) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Wash Napkins, Bibs and Tablecloths
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-17. Correction verified 2023-10-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A caregiver did not have a child's hands washed after changing their diaper during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-17. Correction verified 2023-10-24.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Sep 28, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver stated there were 13 children in the classroom. After counting the children, there were 14 children present.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-09-28. Correction verified 2023-10-10.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A caregiver did not have children to wash their hands after diapering. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver had the children to wash their hands.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-09-28.
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Other Serious
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Sep 21, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Bottles were not labeled with the childs first name and last initial during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2505(4)(A) — Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-22. Correction verified 2023-09-28.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
There was no toilet paper in the children's restroom during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-14. Correction verified 2023-09-28.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the inspection a classroom smelled of urine.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-22. Correction verified 2023-09-28.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 10, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During the inspection, children were observed fighting and caregivers did not intervene to ensure safety.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-09-14. Correction verified 2023-09-28.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained, a caregiver has yelled at children.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-09-14. Correction verified 2023-09-28.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based upon the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to support a violation of this standard.
HHSC 746.3501(2) — Diaper Changing Steps- Cleanse Child with Individual Cloths
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-26. Correction verified 2023-09-28.
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Illness & medication
Based upon the documentation obtained, the incident reports were not signed by the provider.
HHSC 746.705 — Incident/Illness Report Form Signed
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2023-09-26. Correction verified 2023-09-27.
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Other Serious
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Sep 1, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Other
As of today September 1st, 2023 an infant's feeding sheet that did not contain a signed date has not been submitted to CCR.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-13. Correction verified 2023-09-05.
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Illness & medication Serious
As of today September 1st, 2023, documentation showing the name of an employee who administered medication and the date it was administered has not been received.
HHSC 746.3805(c)(4) — Medication Records - Name of Employee Who Administered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-13. Correction verified 2023-09-05.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
As of today September 1st, 2023 documentation showing the operation has conducted the 4 required sheltering and lock-down drills within the last calendar year has still not been received.
HHSC 746.5205(3) — Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-09-13. Correction verified 2023-09-05.
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Records & paperwork
As of today September 1st, 2023, documentation has not been received yet showing the completed health statements for 3 out of 4 children's files evaluated.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-13. Correction verified 2023-09-05.
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Other
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Aug 7, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
As of today August 7th, 2023, training certificates in the following topics are still not available for review upon request: Handling, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Understanding Building and Physical Premises Safety Understanding and Responding to Food Allergies
HHSC 746.1317(c)(4) — Training Criteria - Certificate
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-08-18. Correction verified 2023-08-07.
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Other
As of today August 7th, 2023 an infant's feeding sheet did not contain a signed date.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-18. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
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Illness & medication Serious
As of today August 7th, 2023, documentation showing the name of an employee who administered medication and the date it was administered has not been received.
HHSC 746.3805(c)(4) — Medication Records - Name of Employee Who Administered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-18. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
As of today August 7th, 2023 documentation showing the operation has conducted the 4 required sheltering and lock-down drills within the last calendar year has still not been received.
HHSC 746.5205(3) — Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-18. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
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Records & paperwork
As of today August 7th, 2023, documentation has not been received yet showing 3 out of 4 children's files evaluated did not contain a completed health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-18. Correction verified 2023-09-01.
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Staff background & training
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Aug 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The annual sanitation inspection has not been conducted since July 26th, 2022.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-16. Correction verified 2023-08-04.
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Other Serious
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Jul 21, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was observed in a classroom alone with no caregiver standing at the sink. Note: Sueprvision is criticial to the safety and well being of children in care. Caregivers must have visual and audio awareness to maintain an adequate level of supervision.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-21. Correction verified 2023-08-02.
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Staff background & training
Training certificates in the following topics were not available for review upon request: Handling, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Understanding Building and Physical Premises Safety Understanding and Responding to Food Allergies
HHSC 746.1317(c)(4) — Training Criteria - Certificate
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-08-03. Correction verified 2023-08-07.
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Other
Infant feeding sheets were last updated June 14th, 2023 and one sheet did not contain a date.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-03. Correction verified 2023-08-07.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the inspection brown stains were observed on the ceiling tiles in the classroom.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-03. Correction verified 2023-08-03.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the inspection a loose bolt to the bottom of a book shelf was loosened and the toilet roll dispenser in the restroom was broken. The bolts on the boarder of the playground are not secured down and pose a tripping hazard.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-03. Correction verified 2023-08-03.
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Illness & medication Serious
The medicatication log did not contain the name of the employee who administered the medication or the date it was administered.
HHSC 746.3805(c)(4) — Medication Records - Name of Employee Who Administered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-03. Correction verified 2023-08-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation has not conducted the 4 required sheltering and lock-down drills within the last calendar year.
HHSC 746.5205(3) — Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-07.
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Records & paperwork
3 out of 4 children's files evaluated did not contain a completed health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jul 11, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During the follow up inspection 2 caregivers were observed with direct access to children. The operation has not received an eligibility determination from CBCU stating the caregivers can be present. Note: Discussed with the director that caregivers must have an active and eligible background check before being allowed direct access to children in care. Caregivers left the operation during the inspection.
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 2023-07-11. Correction verified 2023-07-11.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Children did not have their hands washed after coming inside from their outdoor activities during the follow up inspection.
HHSC 746.3417(4) — Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-17. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 29, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A child in the two year old classroom was grabbed by the upper arm and sat down in their chair. Note: It was discussed with the provider the proper way to direct children to sit down by holding and picking them up from underneath their arms.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-29. Correction verified 2023-07-11.
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Other Serious
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Jun 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the inspection a child was observed sleeping in a crib with a pacifier that contained an attachment piece to their clothing. Note: This was addressed during the inspection by explaining to the operation that pacifiers with attachments are a strangulation and choking hazard.
HHSC 746.2401(6) — Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-14. Correction verified 2023-06-29.
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Safety & premises Serious
During the inspection, a black cap was missing from a play structure on the younger children's playground.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-28. Correction verified 2023-06-29.
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Other Serious
During the inspection the Pre-Kindergarten classroom did not have 3 children signed in. Note: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver signed the 3 children in.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-06-14.
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Records & paperwork
Documentation of current liability insurance was not available for me to review during the inspection.
HHSC 746.801(6) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability Insurance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-06-28. Correction verified 2023-06-15.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 12, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver does not have current CPR and First Aid training. The caregivers training expired on April 26th, 2023.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-28. Correction verified 2023-06-29.
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Safety & premises Serious
Based upon the information obtained there is sufficient evidence to support the maintenance of the building is not being maintained.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-11. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on the information obtained, caregivers did not wash their hands properly after changing diapers.
HHSC 746.3505(c) — Diapering Procedures - Use Disposable Gloves
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-11. Correction verified 2023-07-21.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 4, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the DFPS Investigation Inspection, soiled diapers were left in an uncovered trash can.
HHSC 746.3505(f) — Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-03. Correction verified 2023-03-03.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Feb 26, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 6, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 3, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication Serious
Based on information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to support the operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of a communicable disease.
HHSC 746.305(a)(4) — Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-04. Correction verified 2022-11-18.
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Illness & medication Serious
Based on information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to support the operation did not notify parents when there was a report of a communicable disease.
HHSC 746.307(d) — Parental Notification of Communicable Disease
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-04. Correction verified 2022-11-30.
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Illness & medication Serious
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Sep 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver who did not have a cleared background check was present at the operation and had access to children in care.
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 2022-10-04. Correction verified 2022-09-29.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation does not have a current annual fire inspection as it expired on 9/17/2022.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-10-13. Correction verified 2022-11-15.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 28, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 31, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One out of five employee personnel files evaluated did not have education credentials translated into English.
HHSC 746.1045 — Education Outside of U.S.
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-09-14. Correction verified 2022-10-14.
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Staff background & training
One out of five employee files evaluated was missing five out of twenty hours of annual training for the last annual training year.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-09-14. Correction verified 2022-10-19.
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Other
In the preschool discovery and toddler classrooms, the naptime cots were not labeled. Note: Corrected when the cots were labeled with the children's names.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-08-31.
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Other Serious
There was no documentation showing a severe weather drill was conducted this year.
HHSC 746.5205(2) — Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-14. Correction verified 2022-10-14.
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Illness & medication Serious
Four out of ten children's files evaluated are missing current immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-14. Correction verified 2022-10-19.
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Records & paperwork
One out of five employee personnel files evaluated was missing an affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-09-07. Correction verified 2022-09-06.
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Other
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Aug 26, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to support rodents were observed at the operation.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-21. Correction verified 2022-11-14.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Aug 19, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 15, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Two caregivers with pending background checks were present at the operation and had access to children in care.
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 2022-07-15. Correction verified 2022-07-15.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 22, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 21, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to support children were not adequately supervised as three toddlers walked out of the exit door of their classroom and were on the playground unsupervised.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-01. Correction verified 2022-07-12.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 24, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to support a caregiver physically disciplined a child.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-20. Correction verified 2022-06-28.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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May 9, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 28, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 3, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 16, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 13, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 3, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 1, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 8, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 30, 2021 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, Covid cases are not reported.
HHSC 746.305(a)(4) — Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-29. Correction verified 2021-11-18.
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Records & paperwork Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was a shooting in the area that placed children at risk and Child Care Regulation was not notified.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-10-29. Correction verified 2021-11-18.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information available to support parents were not notified of a situation that placed children at risk.
HHSC 746.307(b)(4) — Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-29. Correction verified 2021-11-18.
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Illness & medication Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation not all parents were notified of positive covid cases. For one of the positive cases, parents were not notified within the required time frame.
HHSC 746.307(d) — Parental Notification of Communicable Disease
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-29. Correction verified 2021-11-18.
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Safety & premises Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support allegation of ceiling leaking
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-29. Correction verified 2021-11-18.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to support the allegation regarding pest. Dead pest and rodent droppings was observed in several areas of the operation, Pest control services made several recommendations for building maintenance that was not followed.
HHSC 746.3427 — Pest Extermination
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-29. Correction verified 2021-11-18.
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Illness & medication Serious
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