Kids Kare Academy
703 S ELLIS ST, Groesbeck, TX 76642 · Limestone County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 50
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-05:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Octavis Mcgruder
- Phone
- (254) 729-2427
- Regulated since
- Aug 20, 2013
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1102878 · number 1507740
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 | 0 | Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (2) |
| 2025 | 4 | 0 | Safety & premises (4) |
| 2024 | 4 | 2 | Staff background & training (2), Other (2) |
| 2023 | 14 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (8), Supervision & ratios (4), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 23, 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 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A twenty-two-month-old was combined with the infant class where the youngest child was two months old. This was corrected during the inspection when the twenty-two-month-old was moved to another classroom, and the next oldest child in the class was sixteen months old.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-08. Correction verified 2026-09-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A twenty-two-month-old was combined with the infant class where the youngest child was two months old. This was corrected during the inspection when the twenty-two-month-old was moved to another classroom, and the next oldest child in the class was sixteen months old.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-08. Correction verified 2026-09-23.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 16, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver had first aid and CPR training that expired in June 2026.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-06. Correction verified 2026-07-22.
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Staff background & training
Out of the four staff files reviewed, one caregiver was missing training in emergency planning and communicable diseases and two were missing training in managing food allergies, handling hazardous materials, and building and physical premises safety.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-22.
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Staff background & training
The director was missing training in communicable diseases and building and physical premises safety. The director took building and physical premises safety training during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(6)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Safety & premises
The sheets on some of the cribs in the infant room were not snug, and one set of sheets was coming off of the mattress. This was corrected during the inspection when the sheets were replaced with snug-fitting sheets.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Records & paperwork
The infant daily report did not have a section for mood to be recorded.
HHSC 746.2431(4) — Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-23. Correction verified 2026-07-16.
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguishers were last checked in May 2026. This was corrected during the inspection when the director checked the fire extinguishers.
HHSC 746.5307(a) — Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-07-16.
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Illness & medication
Out of four children's files reviewed, one child was missing an affidavit for not getting certain immunizations.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jul 16, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver had first aid and CPR training that expired in June 2026.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-06. Correction verified 2026-07-22.
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Staff background & training
Out of the four staff files reviewed, one caregiver was missing training in emergency planning and communicable diseases and two were missing training in managing food allergies, handling hazardous materials, and building and physical premises safety.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-22.
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Staff background & training
The director was missing training in communicable diseases and building and physical premises safety. The director took building and physical premises safety training during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(6)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Safety & premises
The sheets on some of the cribs in the infant room were not snug, and one set of sheets was coming off of the mattress. This was corrected during the inspection when the sheets were replaced with snug-fitting sheets.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Records & paperwork
The infant daily report did not have a section for mood to be recorded.
HHSC 746.2431(4) — Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-23. Correction verified 2026-07-16.
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguishers were last checked in May 2026. This was corrected during the inspection when the director checked the fire extinguishers.
HHSC 746.5307(a) — Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-07-16.
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Illness & medication
Out of four children's files reviewed, one child was missing an affidavit for not getting certain immunizations.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-16.
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Staff background & training
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Aug 7, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Two slides were on the grass and did not have any loose-fill around or underneath. This was corrected during the inspection when one slide was removed from the playground and the other was moved to the mulch area so it had the proper amount of loose-fill.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-07.
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Safety & premises
A fire drill was not conducted in July. This was corrected during the inspection when a fire drill was conducted and the children were able to exit in one minute and fifty seconds.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-07.
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Safety & premises
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Aug 7, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Two slides were on the grass and did not have any loose-fill around or underneath. This was corrected during the inspection when one slide was removed from the playground and the other was moved to the mulch area so it had the proper amount of loose-fill.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-07.
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Safety & premises
A fire drill was not conducted in July. This was corrected during the inspection when a fire drill was conducted and the children were able to exit in one minute and fifty seconds.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Oct 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Out of three staff files reviewed, two caregivers were missing several of the required training topics.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-10-23.
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Other Serious
The parent handbook was missing policies for sunscreen, hearing and vision screenings, and some of the parent's rights.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-25. Correction verified 2024-10-21.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Out of three staff files reviewed, two caregivers were missing several of the required training topics.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-10-23.
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Other Serious
The parent handbook was missing policies for sunscreen, hearing and vision screenings, and some of the parent's rights.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-25. Correction verified 2024-10-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jun 14, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 14, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation made substitutions for breakfast and lunch, but these substitutions were not recorded. This was corrected at inspection when the director recorded and posted the substitutions that were made.
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-12-14.
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation made substitutions for breakfast and lunch, but these substitutions were not recorded. This was corrected at inspection when the director recorded and posted the substitutions that were made.
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-12-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 7, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 7, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 26, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver used a handwashing sink to prepare food when pouring juice out of a fruit cup. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver used the trashcan to pour the juice out instead.
HHSC 746.2419(8) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Oct 26, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver used a handwashing sink to prepare food when pouring juice out of a fruit cup. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver used the trashcan to pour the juice out instead.
HHSC 746.2419(8) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Oct 25, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 25, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 23, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios
There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to determine that a caregiver used melatonin spray in the classroom before naptime to help the children sleep. This was corrected as the caregiver no longer works at the operation and all melatonin sprays were removed from the classroom.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to determine that a caregiver left a bottle of melatonin spray on the floor within the reach of children. This was corrected when the director removed the bottle from the room when she saw it.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-11-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 23, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios
There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to determine that a caregiver used melatonin spray in the classroom before naptime to help the children sleep. This was corrected as the caregiver no longer works at the operation and all melatonin sprays were removed from the classroom.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to determine that a caregiver left a bottle of melatonin spray on the floor within the reach of children. This was corrected when the director removed the bottle from the room when she saw it.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-11-07.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 5, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 5, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 25, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 25, 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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May 22, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was determined a child was spanked on the hand by a caregiver when the caregiver determined the child had urinated on themselves.
HHSC 746.2805(2) — Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-25. Correction verified 2023-06-05.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
It was determined a child in care was not changed promptly by a caregiver. The caregiver allowed the child to lay down for nap with a wet diaper.
HHSC 746.3501(1) — Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-25. Correction verified 2023-06-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 22, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was determined a child was spanked on the hand by a caregiver when the caregiver determined the child had urinated on themselves.
HHSC 746.2805(2) — Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-25. Correction verified 2023-06-05.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
It was determined a child in care was not changed promptly by a caregiver. The caregiver allowed the child to lay down for nap with a wet diaper.
HHSC 746.3501(1) — Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-25. Correction verified 2023-06-05.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Observed a toddler use a potty chair and go back to the table to eat without washing hands. This was corrected by the caregiver taking the toddler to the sink and wash hands.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-01-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jan 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Observed a toddler use a potty chair and go back to the table to eat without washing hands. This was corrected by the caregiver taking the toddler to the sink and wash hands.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-01-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Oct 3, 2022 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 3, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 28, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information gathered during the inspection it was determined that a child was left on the playground unsupervised.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-09-28. Correction verified 2022-10-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Sep 28, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information gathered during the inspection it was determined that a child was left on the playground unsupervised.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-09-28. Correction verified 2022-10-03.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Sep 28, 2022 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 28, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 9, 2022 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 9, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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