La Petite Academy Marbach
8796 MARBACH RD, San Antonio, TX 78227 · Bexar County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 120
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Kiara Blue
- Phone
- (210) 674-1323
- Regulated since
- Sep 29, 1986
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 96652 · number 129076- 684
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 22 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (6), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 20 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (6), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (6), Other (4) |
| 2024 | 30 | 8 | Supervision & ratios (10), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (2), Other (14) |
| 2023 | 46 | 18 | Cleanliness & sanitation (10), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (10), Discipline & child guidance (2), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (4), Other (12) |
| 2022 | 40 | 12 | Illness & medication (6), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (8), Staff background & training (10), Records & paperwork (2), Other (12) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 11, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three staff did not have pre-service training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-25.
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Staff background & training
Five staff files reviewed did not have the health and safety trainings required on: Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Understanding building and physical premises safety, Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-09-25.
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Staff background & training
Five out of twelve staff files reviewed during inspection were missing the documents on personal record information, and annual training to include transportation and medication training. Two of the files were missing a copy of the driver's license and proof of education. Three files were missing the pre-employment affidavit.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-09-25.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 11, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three staff did not have pre-service training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-25.
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Staff background & training
Five staff files reviewed did not have the health and safety trainings required on: Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Understanding building and physical premises safety, Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-09-25.
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Staff background & training
Five out of twelve staff files reviewed during inspection were missing the documents on personal record information, and annual training to include transportation and medication training. Two of the files were missing a copy of the driver's license and proof of education. Three files were missing the pre-employment affidavit.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-09-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jul 28, 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 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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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 2, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
One crib had lots of debrie and stains on the crib sheet. The plexiglass was smeared. The other crib had paper rolls, and a balled up crib sheet. Pictures were taken of these findings.
HHSC 746.2409(b) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Sanitize Each Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-02. Correction verified 2026-07-28.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two diaper changing stations in the toddler classrooms had debrie all around the inside of the table and under the mat. Pictures were taken.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-02. Correction verified 2026-07-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jul 2, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
One crib had lots of debrie and stains on the crib sheet. The plexiglass was smeared. The other crib had paper rolls, and a balled up crib sheet. Pictures were taken of these findings.
HHSC 746.2409(b) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Sanitize Each Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-02. Correction verified 2026-07-28.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two diaper changing stations in the toddler classrooms had debrie all around the inside of the table and under the mat. Pictures were taken.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-02. Correction verified 2026-07-28.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 29, 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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Jun 29, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 24, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 24, 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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Jun 22, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver did not know which children they were responsible for when they left a child on the playground with a different group of children.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The floor in the boy's restroom was not clean during the investigation inspection.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Other Serious
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Jun 22, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver did not know which children they were responsible for when they left a child on the playground with a different group of children.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The floor in the boy's restroom was not clean during the investigation inspection.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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May 28, 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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May 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 26, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 26, 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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Mar 11, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 11, 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 27, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 27, 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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Jan 27, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The diaper changing mat in the toddler classroom was torn along one side of the seam. Corrected when the diaper changing mat was removed from the diaper changing table.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-02-10.
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Safety & premises
One out five children enrollment forms reviewed during the visit was missing information on the emergency medical attention section.
HHSC 746.605(10) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-10. Correction verified 2026-02-12.
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Safety & premises
One out of five children enrollment forms reviewed during inspection was missing the emergency contacts.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-10. Correction verified 2026-02-12.
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Supervision & ratios
One out of five children enrollment forms reviewed was missing the health statement.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-02-10. Correction verified 2026-02-13.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jan 27, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The diaper changing mat in the toddler classroom was torn along one side of the seam. Corrected when the diaper changing mat was removed from the diaper changing table.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-02-10.
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Safety & premises
One out five children enrollment forms reviewed during the visit was missing information on the emergency medical attention section.
HHSC 746.605(10) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-10. Correction verified 2026-02-12.
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Safety & premises
One out of five children enrollment forms reviewed during inspection was missing the emergency contacts.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-10. Correction verified 2026-02-12.
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Supervision & ratios
One out of five children enrollment forms reviewed was missing the health statement.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-02-10. Correction verified 2026-02-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Dec 8, 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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Dec 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 25, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation has failed to maintain the child-caregiver ratio logs for the month of October and November.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-08. Correction verified 2025-12-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Nov 25, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation has failed to maintain the child-caregiver ratio logs for the month of October and November.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-08. Correction verified 2025-12-08.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 29, 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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Sep 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to follow the probation condition on ratios when several of the classrooms were out of ratio on a visit conducted by CCR on 9/9/2025 for inspection 4074769.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-07. Correction verified 2025-10-28.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not accumulate the required trainings with certificates for the year 2024-2025 period.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-28.
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Staff background & training
Five out of twelve staff files were reviewed. Two of the caregiver files were missing trainings on handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials ,understanding building and physical premises safety, preventing and responding to emergencies, administering medication, preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, and emergency preparedness.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-28.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver had an expired CPR/1st aid certification since November 2024.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-06. Correction verified 2025-10-06.
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Other
Four out of ten children files were missing the health statement information.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-06. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Sep 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to follow the probation condition on ratios when several of the classrooms were out of ratio on a visit conducted by CCR on 9/9/2025 for inspection 4074769.
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-07. Correction verified 2025-10-28.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not accumulate the required trainings with certificates for the year 2024-2025 period.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-28.
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Staff background & training
Five out of twelve staff files were reviewed. Two of the caregiver files were missing trainings on handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials ,understanding building and physical premises safety, preventing and responding to emergencies, administering medication, preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, and emergency preparedness.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-28.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver had an expired CPR/1st aid certification since November 2024.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-06. Correction verified 2025-10-06.
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Other
Four out of ten children files were missing the health statement information.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-06. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Sep 9, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver providing care to seven children, ages four months to twenty- one months was over ratio by three children, and the assistant director providing care to twenty-seven children ages two to five years old was over ratio by sixteen children. Note: This was corrected at inspection when a second caregiver was placed in both classrooms.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-09. Correction verified 2025-09-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 9, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver providing care to seven children, ages four months to twenty- one months was over ratio by three children, and the assistant director providing care to twenty-seven children ages two to five years old was over ratio by sixteen children. Note: This was corrected at inspection when a second caregiver was placed in both classrooms.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-09. Correction verified 2025-09-22.
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 5, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 5, 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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Aug 27, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
There was a hard plastic pipe sticking out of the mulch on the preschool/school age playground.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-03. Correction verified 2025-09-22.
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Safety & premises
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Aug 27, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
There was a hard plastic pipe sticking out of the mulch on the preschool/school age playground.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-03. Correction verified 2025-09-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jul 29, 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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Jul 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 30, 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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Jun 30, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Several air vents had accumulated dust.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-12. Correction verified 2025-06-30.
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Safety & premises
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May 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Several air vents had accumulated dust.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-12. Correction verified 2025-06-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Apr 28, 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 28, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 25, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 25, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 22, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 22, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 31, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Three infant feeding instructions were not updated.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-08. Correction verified 2025-04-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Mar 31, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Three infant feeding instructions were not updated.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-08. Correction verified 2025-04-10.
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Other
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Mar 24, 2025 Inspection · 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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Feb 21, 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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Feb 21, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 13, 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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Feb 13, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 13, 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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Jan 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 20, 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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Dec 20, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 9, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 9, 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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Dec 5, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a caregiver was assigned to a classroom that did not math their skills and abilities as the classroom was not in control.
HHSC 746.1003(3) — Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a pre-k classroom was not in control as majority of the children refused to nap and played on and around the cots.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Other
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a caregiver did not use positive interactions when they pulled a four year old child up by the arm and carried the same child by the arms to the other side of the classroom.
HHSC 746.1203(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that the pre-k classroom was out of ratio as there were twenty children to one caregiver with majority of the children were awake and were not asleep or laying down on their cots. As majority of the children were awake the ratio of one caregiver to 15 three year olds or one caregiver to 18 four year olds must be followed.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a four year old was separated for thirteen minutes.
HHSC 746.2803(4)(D) — Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Other
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a blanket was placed over a child's head by a caregiver while the child laid on the cot during naptime.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Other Serious
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Dec 5, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a caregiver was assigned to a classroom that did not math their skills and abilities as the classroom was not in control.
HHSC 746.1003(3) — Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a pre-k classroom was not in control as majority of the children refused to nap and played on and around the cots.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Other
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a caregiver did not use positive interactions when they pulled a four year old child up by the arm and carried the same child by the arms to the other side of the classroom.
HHSC 746.1203(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that the pre-k classroom was out of ratio as there were twenty children to one caregiver with majority of the children were awake and were not asleep or laying down on their cots. As majority of the children were awake the ratio of one caregiver to 15 three year olds or one caregiver to 18 four year olds must be followed.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a four year old was separated for thirteen minutes.
HHSC 746.2803(4)(D) — Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Other
Based on the evidence gathered in the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a blanket was placed over a child's head by a caregiver while the child laid on the cot during naptime.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Oct 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of the ten staff files reviewed during inspection did not have Pediatric First aid and CPR training.
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 2024-11-07. Correction verified 2024-11-14.
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Other Serious
Fees have not been paid.
HHSC HRC42.054 - Required Fees — HRC42.054 - Required Fees
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-07. Correction verified 2024-10-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Oct 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of the ten staff files reviewed during inspection did not have Pediatric First aid and CPR training.
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 2024-11-07. Correction verified 2024-11-14.
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Other Serious
Fees have not been paid.
HHSC HRC42.054 - Required Fees — HRC42.054 - Required Fees
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-07. Correction verified 2024-10-22.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 27, 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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Sep 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 26, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 26, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a caregiver did not exercise good judgement by failing to notify management of a child stating their arm hurt following a fall on the playground the caregiver again did not notify anyone when the child complained of arm pain again hours later.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-10. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Sep 18, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the investigation conducted, it can be determined that a caregiver did not exercise good judgement by failing to notify management of a child stating their arm hurt following a fall on the playground the caregiver again did not notify anyone when the child complained of arm pain again hours later.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-10. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Other Serious
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Jul 2, 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 2, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 21, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 21, 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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May 8, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation was not adhering to the requirements of the Plan of Action that was agreed upon between Child Care Regulation and the operation.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-06-21.
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Records & paperwork
Playground maintenance inspections and repair records were not available for review during inspection.
HHSC 746.4751(d) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Keep Records for 3 Months
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-06-21.
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Safety & premises
Loose fill observed by the slides on the playground did not meet the required 6 inches of dept.
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 2024-06-28. Correction verified 2024-07-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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May 8, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation was not adhering to the requirements of the Plan of Action that was agreed upon between Child Care Regulation and the operation.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-06-21.
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Records & paperwork
Playground maintenance inspections and repair records were not available for review during inspection.
HHSC 746.4751(d) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Keep Records for 3 Months
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-06-21.
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Safety & premises
Loose fill observed by the slides on the playground did not meet the required 6 inches of dept.
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 2024-06-28. Correction verified 2024-07-02.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 25, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 25, 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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Apr 16, 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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Apr 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Caregivers in the infant and preschool classrooms gave incorrect number of children they supervised. The infant class caregiver said she had nine infant, when she only had eight. The preschool class caregiver had 22 when she said she had 23.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-12. Correction verified 2024-04-25.
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Supervision & ratios
The caregiver in the twos classroom was observed caring for twelve two year old children. NOTE: This was corrected when the director called parents to pick up their children. A preschool classroom caregiver was observed supervising twenty two three year old children by herself. NOTE: This was corrected as the director arrived and assigned the cook/caregiver to assist in that classroom. As the cook stepped away to finish lunch preparation, the director stepped in to supervise.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-12. Correction verified 2024-04-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Apr 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Caregivers in the infant and preschool classrooms gave incorrect number of children they supervised. The infant class caregiver said she had nine infant, when she only had eight. The preschool class caregiver had 22 when she said she had 23.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-12. Correction verified 2024-04-25.
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Supervision & ratios
The caregiver in the twos classroom was observed caring for twelve two year old children. NOTE: This was corrected when the director called parents to pick up their children. A preschool classroom caregiver was observed supervising twenty two three year old children by herself. NOTE: This was corrected as the director arrived and assigned the cook/caregiver to assist in that classroom. As the cook stepped away to finish lunch preparation, the director stepped in to supervise.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-12. Correction verified 2024-04-25.
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Other Serious
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Apr 11, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 11, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
6 infants did not have updated feeding schedules.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-26. Correction verified 2024-03-26.
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Other
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Mar 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
6 infants did not have updated feeding schedules.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-26. Correction verified 2024-03-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Mar 18, 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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Mar 18, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 19, 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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Jan 19, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 15, 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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Dec 15, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 12, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 12, 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 30, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During the course of a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director did not use good judgment when she allowed a two year old child who had been left behind in an infant room, to stay in the infant room for 20 minutes. This disrupted the routine for the two year old child as well as the infants in care.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Other Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not know which children she was responsible for which resulted in a child being left behind in another classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the course of a DFPS investigation it was determined that a child was left alone, in a bathroom. Pictures were also received showing 4 toddler age children standing on tables.
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 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Other
The infant classroom was used as a passageway for a two year old class to return to their own assigned classroom.
HHSC 746.2403(6) — Infant Care Area - Not Used as a Passageway
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Records & paperwork Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a situation that placed a child at risk was not reported to Child Care Regulation.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Oct 30, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During the course of a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director did not use good judgment when she allowed a two year old child who had been left behind in an infant room, to stay in the infant room for 20 minutes. This disrupted the routine for the two year old child as well as the infants in care.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Other Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not know which children she was responsible for which resulted in a child being left behind in another classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
During the course of a DFPS investigation it was determined that a child was left alone, in a bathroom. Pictures were also received showing 4 toddler age children standing on tables.
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 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Other
The infant classroom was used as a passageway for a two year old class to return to their own assigned classroom.
HHSC 746.2403(6) — Infant Care Area - Not Used as a Passageway
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Records & paperwork Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a situation that placed a child at risk was not reported to Child Care Regulation.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-29. Correction verified 2024-01-19.
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Other Serious
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Oct 26, 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 26, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 18, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Certain caregivers did not exercise good judgment when purposely not notifying management of a broken toilet at the operation.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A clogged toilet was not repaired attracting bugs in the children's restroom creating unsanitary conditions.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Oct 18, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Certain caregivers did not exercise good judgment when purposely not notifying management of a broken toilet at the operation.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A clogged toilet was not repaired attracting bugs in the children's restroom creating unsanitary conditions.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-05. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Oct 10, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three out of the three staff files reviewed during inspection did not inlucde a copy of their first aid and CPR.
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 2023-10-31. Correction verified 2023-10-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Sprays containing sanitizing liquids were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the pre-k building accessible to the children in care. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the sprays were removed and placed out of reach during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-10.
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Other
Two classrooms did have a number/child assignment map for the cots observed used by the children in care. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the map was created.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-10.
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Discipline & child guidance
The operation's policies did not inlcude the instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website.
HHSC 746.501(a)(23) — Written Operational Policies - Instructions for Contacting Licensing Office/Online and TX Abuse & Neglect Hotline
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-10. Correction verified 2023-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Staff trainings were not available for review during inspection.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-10. Correction verified 2023-10-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Oct 10, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three out of the three staff files reviewed during inspection did not inlucde a copy of their first aid and CPR.
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 2023-10-31. Correction verified 2023-10-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Sprays containing sanitizing liquids were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the pre-k building accessible to the children in care. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the sprays were removed and placed out of reach during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-10.
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Other
Two classrooms did have a number/child assignment map for the cots observed used by the children in care. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the map was created.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-10.
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Discipline & child guidance
The operation's policies did not inlcude the instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website.
HHSC 746.501(a)(23) — Written Operational Policies - Instructions for Contacting Licensing Office/Online and TX Abuse & Neglect Hotline
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-10. Correction verified 2023-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Staff trainings were not available for review during inspection.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-10. Correction verified 2023-10-26.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 31, 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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Jul 31, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of the two files did not have current first aid and CPR training.
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 2023-06-30. Correction verified 2023-06-16.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of the two files did not have current first aid and CPR training.
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 2023-06-30. Correction verified 2023-06-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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May 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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May 5, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 11, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The director failure to comply with minimum standards when she allowed multiple classrooms out of ratio and placing child safety at risk. Corrected at inspection 2 more employess came in to work in the classrooms and the asst. director came to work. So the director was able to come out of the classroom.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-11.
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Supervision & ratios
During the follow up inspection the first classroom had 30 children to 1 teacher and at 9:30 the director moved children to another classroom. In the infant room there were 8 infants 2 months to 11months and 2 children that were 1 year and 10 months and 1 year and 8 months and 2 teachers. Corrected at inspection the director separate the preschool children form the pre-k children and removed the 2 toddlers from the infant room.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-11.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Apr 11, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The director failure to comply with minimum standards when she allowed multiple classrooms out of ratio and placing child safety at risk. Corrected at inspection 2 more employess came in to work in the classrooms and the asst. director came to work. So the director was able to come out of the classroom.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-11.
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Supervision & ratios
During the follow up inspection the first classroom had 30 children to 1 teacher and at 9:30 the director moved children to another classroom. In the infant room there were 8 infants 2 months to 11months and 2 children that were 1 year and 10 months and 1 year and 8 months and 2 teachers. Corrected at inspection the director separate the preschool children form the pre-k children and removed the 2 toddlers from the infant room.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 24, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
They preschool children returned into the classroom from outside play and went straight to the table and started playing with toys. The children nor the teacher washed there hands.
HHSC 746.3417(4) — Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-24. Correction verified 2023-04-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 24, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
They preschool children returned into the classroom from outside play and went straight to the table and started playing with toys. The children nor the teacher washed there hands.
HHSC 746.3417(4) — Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-24. Correction verified 2023-04-11.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 22, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The director is did not ensure the center is meeting minimum standards and maintaining the ratio.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-04. Correction verified 2023-05-05.
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Supervision & ratios
The teachers in the pre-k and toddler classrooms are out of ratio during morning routine.
HHSC 746.1501(b) — Caregiver Responsible for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-04. Correction verified 2023-05-05.
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Other Serious
The teachers were yelling at the children to shut up and be quiet, and sit down with a harsh tone in the toddler and preschool classroom.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-04-11. Correction verified 2023-04-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 22, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The director is did not ensure the center is meeting minimum standards and maintaining the ratio.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-04. Correction verified 2023-05-05.
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Supervision & ratios
The teachers in the pre-k and toddler classrooms are out of ratio during morning routine.
HHSC 746.1501(b) — Caregiver Responsible for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-04. Correction verified 2023-05-05.
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Other Serious
The teachers were yelling at the children to shut up and be quiet, and sit down with a harsh tone in the toddler and preschool classroom.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-04-11. Correction verified 2023-04-11.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 14, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 14, 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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Feb 22, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The after school classroom was observed over ratio by four children in care. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection, when the inspector notified the office manager who had completed the bus runs to assist in the after school classroom.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-22. Correction verified 2023-03-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 22, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The after school classroom was observed over ratio by four children in care. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection, when the inspector notified the office manager who had completed the bus runs to assist in the after school classroom.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-22. Correction verified 2023-03-14.
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 2, 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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Feb 2, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 17, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During inspection, while the director, assistant director, and office manager were out to lunch, the caregivers supervising children during naptime, did not know who was left in charge, nor for how long.
HHSC 746.1013(c) — Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-17. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Illness & medication
One of the three children's immunization records remain to be submitted. One of the two children's healthcare statements remain to be submitted.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-31. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Records & paperwork
Re cited-Four of the four employees still have not had an employment affidavit added to their employment file.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-01-31. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Jan 17, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During inspection, while the director, assistant director, and office manager were out to lunch, the caregivers supervising children during naptime, did not know who was left in charge, nor for how long.
HHSC 746.1013(c) — Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-17. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Illness & medication
One of the three children's immunization records remain to be submitted. One of the two children's healthcare statements remain to be submitted.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-31. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Records & paperwork
Re cited-Four of the four employees still have not had an employment affidavit added to their employment file.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-01-31. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Other
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Jan 4, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 4, 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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Dec 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An employee was working in the toddler classroom with no background check. This was corrected during inspection when that employee was sent home and advised could not return until it is returned cleared. Director submitted background check while inspector in office.
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 2022-12-21. Correction verified 2023-01-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An employee was working in the toddler classroom with no background check. This was corrected during inspection when that employee was sent home and advised could not return until it is returned cleared. Director submitted background check while inspector in office.
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 2022-12-21. Correction verified 2023-01-04.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 14, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During this investigation, it has been found that caregivers do yell at the children.
HHSC 746.2805(6) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-10. Correction verified 2023-02-22.
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Other Serious
During the investigation it has been determined that the caregiver withholds active play from children as a result of bad behavior.
HHSC 746.2805(9) — Prohibited Punishments - Withholding Active Play
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-10. Correction verified 2023-02-22.
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Other Serious
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Dec 14, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During this investigation, it has been found that caregivers do yell at the children.
HHSC 746.2805(6) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-10. Correction verified 2023-02-22.
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Other Serious
During the investigation it has been determined that the caregiver withholds active play from children as a result of bad behavior.
HHSC 746.2805(9) — Prohibited Punishments - Withholding Active Play
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-10. Correction verified 2023-02-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Dec 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The fire drill list did not show fire drills conducted for last two months. The smoke/carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers do not reflect checks for the past 5 months.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-30. Correction verified 2023-01-04.
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Illness & medication
The director has not received documents from parents for children's records.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-16. Correction verified 2023-01-17.
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Records & paperwork
The director has been unable to obtain employee documents as required.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-16. Correction verified 2023-01-17.
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Safety & premises
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Dec 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The fire drill list did not show fire drills conducted for last two months. The smoke/carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers do not reflect checks for the past 5 months.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-30. Correction verified 2023-01-04.
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Illness & medication
The director has not received documents from parents for children's records.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-16. Correction verified 2023-01-17.
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Records & paperwork
The director has been unable to obtain employee documents as required.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-16. Correction verified 2023-01-17.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Nov 28, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Three of ten child records reviewed did not contain immunization records Two of ten files did not have required health care physician statements.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-06. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
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Staff background & training
Two of eight staff files did not have verification of employment qualifications. Four of eight files did not have employment affidavits.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-06. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Nov 28, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Three of ten child records reviewed did not contain immunization records Two of ten files did not have required health care physician statements.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-06. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
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Staff background & training
Two of eight staff files did not have verification of employment qualifications. Four of eight files did not have employment affidavits.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-06. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
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Illness & medication
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Oct 11, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-11-18.
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Illness & medication
Three of ten child records reviewed did not contain immunization records Two of ten files did not have required health care physician statements.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have current, up to date documentation for playground maintenance checks.
HHSC 746.801(8) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-21. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Two of eight staff files did not have verification of employment qualifications. Four of eight files did not have employment affidavits.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Oct 11, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-11-18.
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Illness & medication
Three of ten child records reviewed did not contain immunization records Two of ten files did not have required health care physician statements.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have current, up to date documentation for playground maintenance checks.
HHSC 746.801(8) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-21. Correction verified 2022-10-26.
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Staff background & training
Two of eight staff files did not have verification of employment qualifications. Four of eight files did not have employment affidavits.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-11-28.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Oct 4, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During the investigation, it has been determined that the staff did not display good judgment and self control while children were in care when a caregiver confronted another caregiver resulting in a verbal altercation in front of children in care.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-12-02. Correction verified 2022-12-12.
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Other Serious
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Oct 4, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During the investigation, it has been determined that the staff did not display good judgment and self control while children were in care when a caregiver confronted another caregiver resulting in a verbal altercation in front of children in care.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-12-02. Correction verified 2022-12-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jul 26, 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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Jul 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Four out of six personnel staff records reviewed did not have proof of a valid First Aid training.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-03.
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Staff background & training
Four out of six staff records reviewed did not have proof of a valid CPR training.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-03.
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Safety & premises
The classrooms had cots that were put to close together and the children would need to cross over other children to get out.
HHSC 746.2909(4) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-03.
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Other
The health inspection was last conducted on 05/10/2021 and another inspection has not been conducted since then.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-13. Correction verified 2022-07-11.
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Other
The previous inspection posted was from 2020. Corrected at inspection: The new inspection form was printed and posted.
HHSC 746.401(2) — Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two tricycles observed in the playground had broken seats that had shear points. Corrected at inspection: The tricycles were removed from the playground.
HHSC 746.4601(7) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
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Other
The center could not produce a previously completed playground checklist. Corrected at inspection: The checklist was completed during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Four out of six personnel staff records reviewed did not have proof of a valid First Aid training.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-03.
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Staff background & training
Four out of six staff records reviewed did not have proof of a valid CPR training.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-03.
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Safety & premises
The classrooms had cots that were put to close together and the children would need to cross over other children to get out.
HHSC 746.2909(4) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-03.
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Other
The health inspection was last conducted on 05/10/2021 and another inspection has not been conducted since then.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-13. Correction verified 2022-07-11.
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Other
The previous inspection posted was from 2020. Corrected at inspection: The new inspection form was printed and posted.
HHSC 746.401(2) — Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two tricycles observed in the playground had broken seats that had shear points. Corrected at inspection: The tricycles were removed from the playground.
HHSC 746.4601(7) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
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Other
The center could not produce a previously completed playground checklist. Corrected at inspection: The checklist was completed during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-06-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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