Children's Center Of Excellence And Daycare
12609 S GESSNER RD, Houston, TX 77071 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 81
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Sonya Williams
- Phone
- (713) 777-1455
- Regulated since
- Jul 29, 2021
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1368959 · number 1716285
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4 | 2 | Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2023 | 52 | 18 | Illness & medication (6), Supervision & ratios (10), Safety & premises (8), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (14), Other (12) |
| 2022 | 96 | 36 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (6), Supervision & ratios (30), Safety & premises (14), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (12), Records & paperwork (4), Other (26) |
Enforcement actions
- Seen Oct 1, 2026 — Conditions on permit (HHSC operation record)
HHSC publishes these as current flags on the operation, not as dated actions. The date shown is when this site first saw the flag. The HHSC Child Care Search has the details.
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Feb 26, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 26, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 19, 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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Nov 19, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 12, 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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Nov 12, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 28, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 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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Dec 3, 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 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 20, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 20, 2024 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, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 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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Jul 31, 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 31, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 20, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 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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May 31, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
A 7 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with two additional mattresses under the original mattress.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-31. Correction verified 2024-06-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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May 31, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
A 7 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with two additional mattresses under the original mattress.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-31. Correction verified 2024-06-20.
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Safety & premises
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Apr 30, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 30, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 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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Feb 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 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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Jan 31, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Probation condition #6 was not fully satisfied due to the following information not being available for review for all staff including the director. A training information sheet which lists each of the following: -name and role (director, caregiver, cook, driver) -original hire date -current training timeframe -date CPR/FA training completed -date orientation training completed -date pre-service training completed (or exemption) -number of training hours remaining to satisfy the current year?s requirements -specific topics remaining to satisfy the current year?s requirements (per 746.1309, 746.1311)
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-02-27.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 31, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Probation condition #6 was not fully satisfied due to the following information not being available for review for all staff including the director. A training information sheet which lists each of the following: -name and role (director, caregiver, cook, driver) -original hire date -current training timeframe -date CPR/FA training completed -date orientation training completed -date pre-service training completed (or exemption) -number of training hours remaining to satisfy the current year?s requirements -specific topics remaining to satisfy the current year?s requirements (per 746.1309, 746.1311)
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-02-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 21, 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 18, 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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Dec 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 18, 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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Dec 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 18, 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 18, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 17, 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 17, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 10, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, children are made to put their heads down on the table for a period of 5-10 minutes. If anyone is heard talking, the time will restart, or additional minutes will be added for all children. Children who are not misbehaving or those who arrive to the operation after timeout has begun are also required to put their heads down until the time has ended.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-08. Correction verified 2024-01-31.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information to support the allegation regarding staff yelling at children. Based on the information obtained, staff yell at children to sit down, be quiet or stop talking.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-08. Correction verified 2024-01-31.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Nov 10, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, children are made to put their heads down on the table for a period of 5-10 minutes. If anyone is heard talking, the time will restart, or additional minutes will be added for all children. Children who are not misbehaving or those who arrive to the operation after timeout has begun are also required to put their heads down until the time has ended.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-08. Correction verified 2024-01-31.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information to support the allegation regarding staff yelling at children. Based on the information obtained, staff yell at children to sit down, be quiet or stop talking.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-08. Correction verified 2024-01-31.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 31, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
A 17 yr old caregiver who currently attends high school was observed to be left unsupervised with a group of children multiple times. The supervising caregiver was observed to be going back and forth between the kitchen and classroom.
HHSC 746.1109(b)(2) — Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption Attends High School - Supervised By Qualified Caregiver
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-31. Correction verified 2023-12-21.
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Staff background & training
Records were reviewed for 10 staff. 2 caregiver with less than 2 years of child care experience hired June and July 2023, did not have the required 24 hours of training within 90 days of employment. 1 caregiver with no previous experience had documentation of training. NOTE: Caregivers hired June and July of 2023 had 8 hours of pre-service training documented.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-17. Correction verified 2023-12-21.
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Staff background & training
Records for 10 staff including the director was reviewed. All records were observed to be missing the following: Date of hire Documentation whether pre-service training be required. Documentation all required orientation topics have been received.
HHSC 746.801(3) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-10. Correction verified 2024-01-05.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 31, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
A 17 yr old caregiver who currently attends high school was observed to be left unsupervised with a group of children multiple times. The supervising caregiver was observed to be going back and forth between the kitchen and classroom.
HHSC 746.1109(b)(2) — Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption Attends High School - Supervised By Qualified Caregiver
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-31. Correction verified 2023-12-21.
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Staff background & training
Records were reviewed for 10 staff. 2 caregiver with less than 2 years of child care experience hired June and July 2023, did not have the required 24 hours of training within 90 days of employment. 1 caregiver with no previous experience had documentation of training. NOTE: Caregivers hired June and July of 2023 had 8 hours of pre-service training documented.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-17. Correction verified 2023-12-21.
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Staff background & training
Records for 10 staff including the director was reviewed. All records were observed to be missing the following: Date of hire Documentation whether pre-service training be required. Documentation all required orientation topics have been received.
HHSC 746.801(3) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-10. Correction verified 2024-01-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Aug 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 30, 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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Aug 25, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver placed a child in a high chair for misbehaving during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-08-25. Correction verified 2023-08-30.
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Other
Children were observed sitting in high chairs and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The provider secured the straps for each child during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-08-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Aug 25, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver placed a child in a high chair for misbehaving during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-08-25. Correction verified 2023-08-30.
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Other
Children were observed sitting in high chairs and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The provider secured the straps for each child during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-08-25.
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Other Serious
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Aug 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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Aug 4, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 27, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
During the inspection expired boxes of Benadryl and Neosporin ointment was observed and has not been disposed of. Note: The provider disposed the medication during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3809 — Medication No Longer Used
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-07-27.
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Other
Children were observed sitting in chairs equipped with safety straps and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The provider secured the straps for each child during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-07-27.
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Safety & premises Serious
Documentation showing the smoke detectors have been tested monthly was not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.5319 — Smoke Detectors Testing
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-01.
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Other
Documentation showing the carbon monoxide detectors are being tested monthly was not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(2) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-01.
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Illness & medication
1 out of 4 chidlren's files evaluated did not contain documentation of current immunizations. The record provided was missing 1 dose of MMR and 1 dose of VAR.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-02.
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Illness & medication
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Jul 27, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
During the inspection expired boxes of Benadryl and Neosporin ointment was observed and has not been disposed of. Note: The provider disposed the medication during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3809 — Medication No Longer Used
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-07-27.
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Other
Children were observed sitting in chairs equipped with safety straps and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The provider secured the straps for each child during the inspection.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-07-27.
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Safety & premises Serious
Documentation showing the smoke detectors have been tested monthly was not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.5319 — Smoke Detectors Testing
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-01.
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Other
Documentation showing the carbon monoxide detectors are being tested monthly was not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(2) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-01.
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Illness & medication
1 out of 4 chidlren's files evaluated did not contain documentation of current immunizations. The record provided was missing 1 dose of MMR and 1 dose of VAR.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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May 16, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
1 out of 8 employee files evaluated did not contain current CPR/First Aid training. The certifiate provided had expired on May 4th, 2023.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-23. Correction verified 2023-05-23.
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Staff background & training
Documentation showing training in the following topics were not available for review during the inspection: - Recognizing and Reporting Suspected Abuse and Neglect of Children - Transportation Safety Training
HHSC 746.1329(a) — Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operational policies were evaluated and did not contain the following information: - A Safe Sleeping Policy for Infants Under 12 months - The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play - The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor - The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation - Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place - The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play and - A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
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Supervision & ratios
Children's files evaluated did not contain a complete record. The following information was missing or incomplete: - Two were missing the address, and phone # of the emergency medical facility - Three were missing the special needs statements - Two were missing the parents signature for receiving a copy of the operational policies
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
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Staff background & training
7 out of 8 staff files evaluated did not contain a complete personnel record. The following information was missing: 4 were missing the Licensing affidavits were not notarized 2 were missing the Proof of education was missing 3 were missing Signatures that the staff have completed orientation to the center
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
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Staff background & training
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May 16, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
1 out of 8 employee files evaluated did not contain current CPR/First Aid training. The certifiate provided had expired on May 4th, 2023.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-23. Correction verified 2023-05-23.
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Staff background & training
Documentation showing training in the following topics were not available for review during the inspection: - Recognizing and Reporting Suspected Abuse and Neglect of Children - Transportation Safety Training
HHSC 746.1329(a) — Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operational policies were evaluated and did not contain the following information: - A Safe Sleeping Policy for Infants Under 12 months - The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play - The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor - The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation - Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place - The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play and - A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
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Supervision & ratios
Children's files evaluated did not contain a complete record. The following information was missing or incomplete: - Two were missing the address, and phone # of the emergency medical facility - Three were missing the special needs statements - Two were missing the parents signature for receiving a copy of the operational policies
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
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Staff background & training
7 out of 8 staff files evaluated did not contain a complete personnel record. The following information was missing: 4 were missing the Licensing affidavits were not notarized 2 were missing the Proof of education was missing 3 were missing Signatures that the staff have completed orientation to the center
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-05-30. Correction verified 2023-05-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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May 10, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 10, 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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May 3, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
The operation did not report an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth to childcare regulation.
HHSC 746.305(a)(4) — Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-22. Correction verified 2023-07-03.
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Illness & medication
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May 3, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
The operation did not report an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth to childcare regulation.
HHSC 746.305(a)(4) — Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-22. Correction verified 2023-07-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Apr 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 13, 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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Mar 30, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver with a conditonal background check stating they must never be left alone with child was left alone with 6 infant 4-15mo
HHSC 745.635(3) — AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-13.
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver was observed leaving a classroom multiple times during the inspection. The caregiver left another caregiver alone to supervise a total of 14 children 20m-2yrs old. Based on the specified age group (SAG) of the classroom was 2yrs. The caregiver was over ratio by 3 Upon arrival 3 caregiver were observed in the infant room, two caregiver then left the room. One infant caregiver was observed with 6 infants 4-15 mo. The SAG for the group was 0-11mo. The caregiver was over ratio by 2 for approx. 5-10 munites before the caregiver returned.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-13.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 30, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver with a conditonal background check stating they must never be left alone with child was left alone with 6 infant 4-15mo
HHSC 745.635(3) — AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-13.
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver was observed leaving a classroom multiple times during the inspection. The caregiver left another caregiver alone to supervise a total of 14 children 20m-2yrs old. Based on the specified age group (SAG) of the classroom was 2yrs. The caregiver was over ratio by 3 Upon arrival 3 caregiver were observed in the infant room, two caregiver then left the room. One infant caregiver was observed with 6 infants 4-15 mo. The SAG for the group was 0-11mo. The caregiver was over ratio by 2 for approx. 5-10 munites before the caregiver returned.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 16, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
2 caregivers in the infant room were not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked, both caregivers stated there were 5 children in care. When asked again, they again stated there were 5. The caregivers were informed CCR counted 6 children. One careigver then stated they forgot a child was just brought into the classroom
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Food & allergies
One child not yet on table food did not have updated feeding instructions. Instructions were last reviewed and signed by the parent 2/1/23
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-03-20. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Safety & premises
The first aid kit was observed to be located in the truck of the vehicle used for transportation and was not readily accessible by the driver.
HHSC 746.4001(3) — First Aid Kit - Easily Accessible to Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
The vehicle used for transportation did not have emergency medical authorization for any of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
The fire extinguisher was observed to be located in the trunk of the vehicle used for transportation and was not readily accessible by the driver.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(5) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation does not keep a sign-in/out log for children being transported.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Mar 16, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
2 caregivers in the infant room were not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked, both caregivers stated there were 5 children in care. When asked again, they again stated there were 5. The caregivers were informed CCR counted 6 children. One careigver then stated they forgot a child was just brought into the classroom
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Food & allergies
One child not yet on table food did not have updated feeding instructions. Instructions were last reviewed and signed by the parent 2/1/23
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-03-20. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Safety & premises
The first aid kit was observed to be located in the truck of the vehicle used for transportation and was not readily accessible by the driver.
HHSC 746.4001(3) — First Aid Kit - Easily Accessible to Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
The vehicle used for transportation did not have emergency medical authorization for any of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
The fire extinguisher was observed to be located in the trunk of the vehicle used for transportation and was not readily accessible by the driver.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(5) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation does not keep a sign-in/out log for children being transported.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-16. Correction verified 2023-03-30.
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Other Serious
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Jan 24, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 24, 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 14, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, the operation failed to report a child injury that required medical treatment.
HHSC 746.305(a)(2) — AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-01-24.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, the operation failed to ensure the areas were free of all safety hazards. A bottle warmer was stored in a manner that did not ensure the cord was out of reach of the children, resulting in a child injury.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-01-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 14, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, the operation failed to report a child injury that required medical treatment.
HHSC 746.305(a)(2) — AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-01-24.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, the operation failed to ensure the areas were free of all safety hazards. A bottle warmer was stored in a manner that did not ensure the cord was out of reach of the children, resulting in a child injury.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-01-24.
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 1, 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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Dec 1, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 15, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
2 caregivers were not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked, both caregivers were asked multiple times how many children were in their care, and both stated there were 15. 16 children were counted in care.
HHSC 746.1203(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-12-01.
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Other
14 children were observed sitting in bucket seat style tables and the straps were not observed to be in use. Two of the seats did not have straps.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-22. Correction verified 2022-12-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Nov 15, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
2 caregivers were not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked, both caregivers were asked multiple times how many children were in their care, and both stated there were 15. 16 children were counted in care.
HHSC 746.1203(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-15. Correction verified 2022-12-01.
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Other
14 children were observed sitting in bucket seat style tables and the straps were not observed to be in use. Two of the seats did not have straps.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-22. Correction verified 2022-12-01.
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Other Serious
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Jul 19, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 19, 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 14, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Records were reviewed for 6 staff including the director. 5 staff did not have a notarized affidavit on file
HHSC 746.1105(3) — Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-07-28.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not have documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent on file.
HHSC 746.1107(2) — Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-08-12.
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Staff background & training
Records were reviewed for 6 staff including the director, three caregivers did not have training in the following topics: Hazardous materials Building and physical premise safety Emergency preparedness Responding to food and allergic reaction
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-08-12.
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Food & allergies
Two infants not yet on table food did not have updated feeding instructions. Feeding instructions for one child was last completed 5/2022. Feeding instructions for another child was not dated, caregivers were not aware of when the instructions were written.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-21. Correction verified 2022-07-21.
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Safety & premises
In the toddler room, a child was observed to be sleeping on a cot that was placed in front of the emergency exit. The exit could not be accessed without stepping over the child
HHSC 746.2909(1) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Safety & premises
During the walkthrough, in the infant, toddler, and school age rooms, staff purses were observed to be in reach of children NOTE: Corrected at inspection, all purses were moved to high hooks or shelved and were out of reach of children
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Illness & medication
Refrigerated medication was observed to be stored next to food.
HHSC 746.3807(3) — Storage of Medication - Refrigerate Separate from Food
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 14, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Records were reviewed for 6 staff including the director. 5 staff did not have a notarized affidavit on file
HHSC 746.1105(3) — Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-07-28.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver did not have documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent on file.
HHSC 746.1107(2) — Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-08-12.
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Staff background & training
Records were reviewed for 6 staff including the director, three caregivers did not have training in the following topics: Hazardous materials Building and physical premise safety Emergency preparedness Responding to food and allergic reaction
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-08-12.
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Food & allergies
Two infants not yet on table food did not have updated feeding instructions. Feeding instructions for one child was last completed 5/2022. Feeding instructions for another child was not dated, caregivers were not aware of when the instructions were written.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-21. Correction verified 2022-07-21.
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Safety & premises
In the toddler room, a child was observed to be sleeping on a cot that was placed in front of the emergency exit. The exit could not be accessed without stepping over the child
HHSC 746.2909(1) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Safety & premises
During the walkthrough, in the infant, toddler, and school age rooms, staff purses were observed to be in reach of children NOTE: Corrected at inspection, all purses were moved to high hooks or shelved and were out of reach of children
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
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Illness & medication
Refrigerated medication was observed to be stored next to food.
HHSC 746.3807(3) — Storage of Medication - Refrigerate Separate from Food
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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May 10, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 10, 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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Apr 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care. When asked for the ages, the caregiver stated they guessed the age of the child and then stated they were unsure and did not want to say the wrong thing
HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver was observed with 8 children 3-21 months. The SAG was 0-11 mo. The caregiver was overratio by 4 children
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Other Serious
2 infants between 0-11 mo were observed sitting in a baby swing and bouncer for more than 15 mintues.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Other Serious
A 3mo old was observed sleeping in a baby swing. The caregiver was unaware that the infant was sleep. The infant was removed after instructed by CCR. According to the caregiver, the infants were in the restrictive devices for at least 20 minutes.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Safety & premises Serious
A 19 mo old toddler was observed sleep in a crib with toys.
HHSC 746.2501(5) — Care Requirements for Toddlers - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Illness & medication Serious
A container of diaper rash cream was observed in the crib with an 19mo old.
HHSC 746.3807(1) — Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Apr 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care. When asked for the ages, the caregiver stated they guessed the age of the child and then stated they were unsure and did not want to say the wrong thing
HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver was observed with 8 children 3-21 months. The SAG was 0-11 mo. The caregiver was overratio by 4 children
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Other Serious
2 infants between 0-11 mo were observed sitting in a baby swing and bouncer for more than 15 mintues.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Other Serious
A 3mo old was observed sleeping in a baby swing. The caregiver was unaware that the infant was sleep. The infant was removed after instructed by CCR. According to the caregiver, the infants were in the restrictive devices for at least 20 minutes.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Safety & premises Serious
A 19 mo old toddler was observed sleep in a crib with toys.
HHSC 746.2501(5) — Care Requirements for Toddlers - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Illness & medication Serious
A container of diaper rash cream was observed in the crib with an 19mo old.
HHSC 746.3807(1) — Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-27. Correction verified 2022-05-10.
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Other
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Apr 19, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The director is only present at the operation two days a week and is not routinely present during the hours of operation.
HHSC 746.1011 — Director Presence Routine During Operating Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other Serious
The caregiver was observed with 11 children. When asked for the number of children in care there were 10 children present
HHSC 746.1203(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other
A caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care. When asked for the ages, the caregiver stated they had just arrived and did not know.
HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver was observed with 11 children 4-23 months. The SAG was 18-23 mo. The caregiver was overratio by 3 children
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Supervision & ratios
There were 4 children ages 4m-15 mo old observed with children 18-23 mo. There were 24 total children in the building.
HHSC 746.1703 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - Combining Ages With 12 or Fewer Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Safety & premises
An infant was observed in a crib with a broken wheel. The crib was observed to be slanted.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Records & paperwork
Sign-in/out logs for the director was requested and was not made available for review. According to the owner, a log of attendance for the director is not kept.
HHSC 746.801(5) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 19, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The director is only present at the operation two days a week and is not routinely present during the hours of operation.
HHSC 746.1011 — Director Presence Routine During Operating Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other Serious
The caregiver was observed with 11 children. When asked for the number of children in care there were 10 children present
HHSC 746.1203(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other
A caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care. When asked for the ages, the caregiver stated they had just arrived and did not know.
HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver was observed with 11 children 4-23 months. The SAG was 18-23 mo. The caregiver was overratio by 3 children
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Supervision & ratios
There were 4 children ages 4m-15 mo old observed with children 18-23 mo. There were 24 total children in the building.
HHSC 746.1703 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - Combining Ages With 12 or Fewer Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Safety & premises
An infant was observed in a crib with a broken wheel. The crib was observed to be slanted.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Records & paperwork
Sign-in/out logs for the director was requested and was not made available for review. According to the owner, a log of attendance for the director is not kept.
HHSC 746.801(5) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-19. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 14, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The director is only present at the operation two days a week and is not routinely present during the hours of operation.
HHSC 746.1011 — Director Presence Routine During Operating Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-20. Correction verified 2022-04-19.
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Records & paperwork
Sign-in/out logs for the director was requested and was not made available for review. According to the owner, a log of attendance for the director is not kept.
HHSC 746.801(5) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-20. Correction verified 2022-04-19.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 14, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The director is only present at the operation two days a week and is not routinely present during the hours of operation.
HHSC 746.1011 — Director Presence Routine During Operating Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-20. Correction verified 2022-04-19.
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Records & paperwork
Sign-in/out logs for the director was requested and was not made available for review. According to the owner, a log of attendance for the director is not kept.
HHSC 746.801(5) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-20. Correction verified 2022-04-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Mar 24, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 24, 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 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Several children were observed crawing under tables in the eating area. The children were observed crawling under the table for approx. 3 mintues before the caregivers were aware.
HHSC 746.1203(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-21. Correction verified 2022-03-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Cleaning chemicals in a spray bottle were observed on the table in reach of children.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-21. Correction verified 2022-03-24.
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Other
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Mar 21, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Several children were observed crawing under tables in the eating area. The children were observed crawling under the table for approx. 3 mintues before the caregivers were aware.
HHSC 746.1203(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-21. Correction verified 2022-03-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Cleaning chemicals in a spray bottle were observed on the table in reach of children.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-21. Correction verified 2022-03-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Mar 17, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, as a result of the director's frequent absence, the director was unaware of the caregivers' activities prior to and when engaging in a physical altercation. The director failed to ensure all staff were supervised.
HHSC 746.1003(4) — Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-14. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other Serious
Based on he information obtained during the investigation, 2 caregivers engaged in a physical and verbal altercation with children present resulting in two children being pushed over chairs.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-14. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, parents were not notified immediately that there was a situation that placed their children at risk. NOTE" Two parents were notified immediately, other parents were not notified until pick-up.
HHSC 746.307(b)(4) — Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-14. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Illness & medication
based on the information obtained during the investigation, incident reports were not created for the 6 children present and placed at risk when two caregivers had a physical altercation
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-18. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
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Other Serious
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Mar 17, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, as a result of the director's frequent absence, the director was unaware of the caregivers' activities prior to and when engaging in a physical altercation. The director failed to ensure all staff were supervised.
HHSC 746.1003(4) — Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-14. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other Serious
Based on he information obtained during the investigation, 2 caregivers engaged in a physical and verbal altercation with children present resulting in two children being pushed over chairs.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-04-14. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Other
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, parents were not notified immediately that there was a situation that placed their children at risk. NOTE" Two parents were notified immediately, other parents were not notified until pick-up.
HHSC 746.307(b)(4) — Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-14. Correction verified 2022-04-27.
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Illness & medication
based on the information obtained during the investigation, incident reports were not created for the 6 children present and placed at risk when two caregivers had a physical altercation
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-18. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Mar 14, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022 revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022 as required. NOTE: The operation reported the number of employees who left in 2021 after the deadline.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-03-14. Correction verified 2022-03-14.
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Supervision & ratios
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Mar 14, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022 revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022 as required. NOTE: The operation reported the number of employees who left in 2021 after the deadline.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-03-14. Correction verified 2022-03-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Mar 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Transportation training for the director was not made available for review. NOTE: Training for the owner/driver was reviewed and up-to-date
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-11. Correction verified 2022-03-10.
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Safety & premises
A play equipment with a height less than 5 feet did not have at least 6 inches of surfacing
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 2022-04-08. Correction verified 2022-04-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have emergency medical authorization for 13 of 23 of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-11. Correction verified 2022-03-16.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have parent contacts or emergnecy contacts for 13 of the 23 of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(4) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-11. Correction verified 2022-03-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Mar 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Transportation training for the director was not made available for review. NOTE: Training for the owner/driver was reviewed and up-to-date
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-11. Correction verified 2022-03-10.
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Safety & premises
A play equipment with a height less than 5 feet did not have at least 6 inches of surfacing
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 2022-04-08. Correction verified 2022-04-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have emergency medical authorization for 13 of 23 of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-11. Correction verified 2022-03-16.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have parent contacts or emergnecy contacts for 13 of the 23 of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(4) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-11. Correction verified 2022-03-24.
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Staff background & training
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Jan 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was observed to be present without notification of eligibility from the background check unit.
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 2022-01-29. Correction verified 2022-01-31.
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Staff background & training
Transportation training for the director and owner was not made available for review.
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the inspection it was learned that the operation has been providing transportation services without notifing CCR of the additional services. NOTE: According to the owner, transportation began the second week of January 2022.
HHSC 746.301(7) — Notification of Additional Services Offered
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-01-27.
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Other
The Children's Product Safety certificate was not observed to be updated. The CPSC was last completed 1/20/21
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-02-10. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Safety & premises
A play equipment with a height less than 5 feet did not have at least 6 inches of surfacing
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 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have a current fire inspection available for review. The last fire inspection was conducted 1/19/21
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have a list of all of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(1) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have emergency medical authorization for anyl of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have parent contacts or emergnecy contacts for any of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(4) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
The first aid kit on the vehicle and was observed to be missing the following: Cotton balls Tweezers Scissors Tape Antiseptic solution/wipes Thermometer
HHSC 746.5617(a)(6) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Other
Of the 27 children present only 10 children were signed in. During the inspection, 2 children that left were not signed out
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was observed to be present without notification of eligibility from the background check unit.
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 2022-01-29. Correction verified 2022-01-31.
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Staff background & training
Transportation training for the director and owner was not made available for review.
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the inspection it was learned that the operation has been providing transportation services without notifing CCR of the additional services. NOTE: According to the owner, transportation began the second week of January 2022.
HHSC 746.301(7) — Notification of Additional Services Offered
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-01-27.
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Other
The Children's Product Safety certificate was not observed to be updated. The CPSC was last completed 1/20/21
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-02-10. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Safety & premises
A play equipment with a height less than 5 feet did not have at least 6 inches of surfacing
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 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have a current fire inspection available for review. The last fire inspection was conducted 1/19/21
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have a list of all of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(1) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have emergency medical authorization for anyl of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not have parent contacts or emergnecy contacts for any of the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(4) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
The first aid kit on the vehicle and was observed to be missing the following: Cotton balls Tweezers Scissors Tape Antiseptic solution/wipes Thermometer
HHSC 746.5617(a)(6) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Other
Of the 27 children present only 10 children were signed in. During the inspection, 2 children that left were not signed out
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-27. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
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