Zion Lutheran Church Children's Center
600 BARNETT ST, Kerrville, TX 78028 · Kerr County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 96
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-05:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Jessica Russell
- Phone
- (830) 896-5880
- Regulated since
- Mar 26, 1987
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 95666 · number 65635
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (2), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 12 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (4), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 20 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Food & allergies (4), Other (4) |
| 2023 | 8 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (4), Supervision & ratios (2) |
| 2022 | 16 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Aug 20, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three out of five staff files evaluated did not have documented preservice training completed. This was a recite. The caregivers who were missing documented orientation had been corrected.
HHSC 746.1329(d) — Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-09-04. Correction verified 2026-09-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Aug 20, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three out of five staff files evaluated did not have documented preservice training completed. This was a recite. The caregivers who were missing documented orientation had been corrected.
HHSC 746.1329(d) — Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-09-04. Correction verified 2026-09-01.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 22, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver completed 16 out of 24 annual hours for the evaluation year 7/2025-6/2026.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-07. Correction verified 2026-08-20.
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers were missing documentation of completing pre-service training and three caregivers did not have signature of the trainer who completed the orientation.
HHSC 746.1329(d) — Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-07-31. Correction verified 2026-08-20.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation's last gas inspection was conducted on April 9, 2024 and a new gas inspection had not been conducted. NOTE: A gas inspection was scheduled for tomorrow during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5405 — Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-31. Correction verified 2026-07-30.
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Safety & premises
A copy of the most recent fire inspection was unavailable during the inspection. The last inspection form was dated 10/15/2024. NOTE: The Fire Marshal was contacted during the inspection visit, verified they had been out for an inspection but could not locate the report. Another inspection was scheduled for Monday.
HHSC 746.801(11) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-31. Correction verified 2026-07-30.
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Records & paperwork
Four caregivers did not have a notarized affidavit on file.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-07-24. Correction verified 2026-08-20.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 22, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver completed 16 out of 24 annual hours for the evaluation year 7/2025-6/2026.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-07. Correction verified 2026-08-20.
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers were missing documentation of completing pre-service training and three caregivers did not have signature of the trainer who completed the orientation.
HHSC 746.1329(d) — Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-07-31. Correction verified 2026-08-20.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation's last gas inspection was conducted on April 9, 2024 and a new gas inspection had not been conducted. NOTE: A gas inspection was scheduled for tomorrow during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5405 — Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-31. Correction verified 2026-07-30.
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Safety & premises
A copy of the most recent fire inspection was unavailable during the inspection. The last inspection form was dated 10/15/2024. NOTE: The Fire Marshal was contacted during the inspection visit, verified they had been out for an inspection but could not locate the report. Another inspection was scheduled for Monday.
HHSC 746.801(11) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-31. Correction verified 2026-07-30.
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Records & paperwork
Four caregivers did not have a notarized affidavit on file.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-07-24. Correction verified 2026-08-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jul 14, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 14, 2026 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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Feb 20, 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 20, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 15, 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 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 14, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
It was observed that a member of the management team physically pulled a child by the arm toward and inside the classroom while the child physically resisted.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-11. Correction verified 2026-02-20.
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Other Serious
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Jan 14, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
It was observed that a member of the management team physically pulled a child by the arm toward and inside the classroom while the child physically resisted.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-11. Correction verified 2026-02-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jan 6, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 6, 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 2, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 2, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Five out of eleven staff files evaluated had not completed the required 24 annual training hours for their evaluated periods.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(6)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-09. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Safety & premises
One classroom observed had the classroom toys kept on top of the cubbies, inaccessible to the children.
HHSC 746.2505(2) — Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Enough Available to Prevent Competition
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-23. Correction verified 2026-01-06.
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Staff background & training
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Dec 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Five out of eleven staff files evaluated had not completed the required 24 annual training hours for their evaluated periods.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(6)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-09. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Safety & premises
One classroom observed had the classroom toys kept on top of the cubbies, inaccessible to the children.
HHSC 746.2505(2) — Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Enough Available to Prevent Competition
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-23. Correction verified 2026-01-06.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Dec 15, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 15, 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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Dec 10, 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 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 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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Nov 20, 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 20, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 3, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 3, 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 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 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 29, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 29, 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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Sep 22, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Children have been served burnt biscuits, uncooked oatmeal and bananas that contained growing mold on the stem. Milk is being stored in classroom mini refrigerators resulting in the milk freezing. Frozen fruit is not being fully thawed before serving to children.
HHSC 746.3317 — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-18. Correction verified 2025-12-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Sep 22, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Children have been served burnt biscuits, uncooked oatmeal and bananas that contained growing mold on the stem. Milk is being stored in classroom mini refrigerators resulting in the milk freezing. Frozen fruit is not being fully thawed before serving to children.
HHSC 746.3317 — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-18. Correction verified 2025-12-10.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Aug 7, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 7, 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 30, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 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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Jul 29, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 29, 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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May 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of ten staff files evaluated had completed 20 out of 24 annual hours.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-20. Correction verified 2025-05-20.
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Other
Four infants, ages 2-9 mos of age did not have a current feeding instruction form on file.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-05-09. Correction verified 2025-05-19.
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Illness & medication
Three out of ten child files evaluated did not have updated immunization records on file.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-20. Correction verified 2025-06-16.
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Staff background & training
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May 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of ten staff files evaluated had completed 20 out of 24 annual hours.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-20. Correction verified 2025-05-20.
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Other
Four infants, ages 2-9 mos of age did not have a current feeding instruction form on file.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-05-09. Correction verified 2025-05-19.
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Illness & medication
Three out of ten child files evaluated did not have updated immunization records on file.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-20. Correction verified 2025-06-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jan 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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Jan 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 6, 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 6, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 1, 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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Jan 1, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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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 25, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver and child had similar store-bought water bottles in the classroom. Due to the water bottles not being labeled properly, a caregiver's water was poured into a child's drink cup.
HHSC 746.3301(f)(2) — Nutrition and Food Service - Water served safe and sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-17. Correction verified 2025-01-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Nov 25, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver and child had similar store-bought water bottles in the classroom. Due to the water bottles not being labeled properly, a caregiver's water was poured into a child's drink cup.
HHSC 746.3301(f)(2) — Nutrition and Food Service - Water served safe and sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-17. Correction verified 2025-01-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Nov 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
1 infant bottle and two sippy cups were not labeled with the child's first name and last initial. NOTE: This is a re-cite.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-12-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Food & allergies
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Nov 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
1 infant bottle and two sippy cups were not labeled with the child's first name and last initial. NOTE: This is a re-cite.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-12-03.
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Food & allergies
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Oct 30, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A classroom initially had 2 caregivers with children ranging in age 2-3yrs, but when the second caregiver left the room, the specified age group was 2 yrs leaving the room out of ratio.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
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Food & allergies
Two out of four bottles observed on the counter were not labeled with the child's name for identification.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
An infant caregiver was observed not changing gloves in between diaper changes and not washing their hands after diapering. The caregiver used hand sanitizer only.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two infant children were observed not having their hands washed after being diapered.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 30, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A classroom initially had 2 caregivers with children ranging in age 2-3yrs, but when the second caregiver left the room, the specified age group was 2 yrs leaving the room out of ratio.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
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Food & allergies
Two out of four bottles observed on the counter were not labeled with the child's name for identification.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
An infant caregiver was observed not changing gloves in between diaper changes and not washing their hands after diapering. The caregiver used hand sanitizer only.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two infant children were observed not having their hands washed after being diapered.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 26, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 26, 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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Jun 28, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 28, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 23, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 23, 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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May 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A school-age child was observed in the staff lounge that is adjacent to the kitchen instead of a classroom. NOTE: The child was removed from the space and went home during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-20. Correction verified 2024-06-04.
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Illness & medication
One out of ten child files evaluated was missing updated vaccination records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-31. Correction verified 2024-06-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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May 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A school-age child was observed in the staff lounge that is adjacent to the kitchen instead of a classroom. NOTE: The child was removed from the space and went home during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-20. Correction verified 2024-06-04.
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Illness & medication
One out of ten child files evaluated was missing updated vaccination records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-31. Correction verified 2024-06-04.
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Other Serious
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May 16, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A 15 month old child was left without supervision on the playground.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-14. Correction verified 2024-06-28.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 16, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A 15 month old child was left without supervision on the playground.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-14. Correction verified 2024-06-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Feb 7, 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 7, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 1, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Four infant feeding plans evaluated for children ages 5 mos, 5 mos, 10 mos, & 10 mos did not have a current plan on file.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-05. Correction verified 2024-02-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 1, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Four infant feeding plans evaluated for children ages 5 mos, 5 mos, 10 mos, & 10 mos did not have a current plan on file.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-05. Correction verified 2024-02-07.
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Other
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Jan 26, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 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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Jun 7, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 7, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 11, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A box of baking soda was accessible to children in the bathroom.
HHSC 746.3407(13) — Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-11. Correction verified 2023-06-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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May 11, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A box of baking soda was accessible to children in the bathroom.
HHSC 746.3407(13) — Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-11. Correction verified 2023-06-07.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Apr 29, 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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Apr 29, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 12, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 12, 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 6, 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 6, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 2, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Two 3 year old children exited the playground and crossed 4 door thresholds resulting in exiting the front of the building into the parking lot without an adult.
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 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-12.
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Illness & medication
The operation completed an incident report 5 days after the incident occurred.
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-12.
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Illness & medication
Parent signatures were not obtained for the incident reports completed.
HHSC 746.707 — Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 2, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Two 3 year old children exited the playground and crossed 4 door thresholds resulting in exiting the front of the building into the parking lot without an adult.
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 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-12.
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Illness & medication
The operation completed an incident report 5 days after the incident occurred.
HHSC 746.701(5) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-12.
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Illness & medication
Parent signatures were not obtained for the incident reports completed.
HHSC 746.707 — Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-03-30. Correction verified 2023-04-12.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Feb 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 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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Feb 17, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 17, 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 4, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 4, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
3 out of 10 staff did not have a First Aid certificate on file.
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 2022-09-23.
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Staff background & training
3 out of 10 staff files reviewed did not have a CPR certificate on file.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-23. Correction verified 2022-09-16.
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Safety & premises
5 children were observed sitting in bucket seats to eat breakfast in the infant room and the seat belts were not secured around the children. NOTE: This was corrected when the caregiver secured the children in each seat using the available safety straps.
HHSC 746.2407 — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-09-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
An infant caregiver did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-09. Correction verified 2022-10-04.
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Safety & premises
The last recorded fire drill was conducted on 7/21/22.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-23. Correction verified 2022-10-04.
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Illness & medication
1 out of 10 child files evaluated was missing a current vaccination record. The child is 3 mons of age and is missing their DTaP, IPV and PCV vaccinations.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-09-23. Correction verified 2022-10-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Sep 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
3 out of 10 staff did not have a First Aid certificate on file.
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 2022-09-23.
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Staff background & training
3 out of 10 staff files reviewed did not have a CPR certificate on file.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-23. Correction verified 2022-09-16.
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Safety & premises
5 children were observed sitting in bucket seats to eat breakfast in the infant room and the seat belts were not secured around the children. NOTE: This was corrected when the caregiver secured the children in each seat using the available safety straps.
HHSC 746.2407 — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-09-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
An infant caregiver did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-09. Correction verified 2022-10-04.
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Safety & premises
The last recorded fire drill was conducted on 7/21/22.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-09-23. Correction verified 2022-10-04.
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Illness & medication
1 out of 10 child files evaluated was missing a current vaccination record. The child is 3 mons of age and is missing their DTaP, IPV and PCV vaccinations.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-09-23. Correction verified 2022-10-04.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 27, 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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Jun 27, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 23, 2022 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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Jun 23, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 3, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 3, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 1, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork Serious
The director was made aware by a parent that there was an allegation a child was potentially placed at risk and did not notify licensing of the concern.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-12.
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Records & paperwork Serious
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Jun 1, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork Serious
The director was made aware by a parent that there was an allegation a child was potentially placed at risk and did not notify licensing of the concern.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-29. Correction verified 2022-07-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork Serious
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May 2, 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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May 2, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 28, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not report to licensing within 48 hours that a child who was in care obtained medical attention. An Administrative Penalty will be recommend as a result of this citation, per HRC 42.078.
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 2022-05-17. Correction verified 2022-06-10.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 28, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not report to licensing within 48 hours that a child who was in care obtained medical attention. An Administrative Penalty will be recommend as a result of this citation, per HRC 42.078.
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 2022-05-17. Correction verified 2022-06-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 1, 2021 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 1, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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