New Life Early Education
18535 HWY 69 S, Tyler, TX 75703 · Smith County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 350
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Vicki Davis
- Phone
- (903) 839-2202
- Regulated since
- Feb 13, 2008
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 322470 · number 877694
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (2), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 2 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (2) |
| 2024 | 12 | 8 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (4), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (2) |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2021 | 4 | 2 | Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Aug 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During a walk through of the building, it was observed a hole in a wall of a classroom while students were present. This was brought to the administration's attention and corrected while licensing was present.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-08.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During a walk through of the building, it was observed a hole in a wall of a classroom while students were present. This was brought to the administration's attention and corrected while licensing was present.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-08.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 22, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 22, 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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Apr 17, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 17, 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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Apr 16, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not inform the parent of the injury during pick up.
HHSC 746.307(c) — Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
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Other
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Apr 16, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not inform the parent of the injury during pick up.
HHSC 746.307(c) — Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-06-08.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Oct 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 15, 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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Oct 4, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 4, 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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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.
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 1, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 1, 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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May 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 27, 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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May 23, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. A caregiver who is no longer employed at the operation was seen pulling a child.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-17. Correction verified 2025-07-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 23, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. A caregiver who is no longer employed at the operation was seen pulling a child.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-17. Correction verified 2025-07-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jan 28, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 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 18, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 18, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 16, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-report and found to be deficient. A caregiver who is no longer working at the operation was viewed popping a child on their hand.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-14. Correction verified 2025-01-28.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Dec 16, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-report and found to be deficient. A caregiver who is no longer working at the operation was viewed popping a child on their hand.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-01-14. Correction verified 2025-01-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Dec 6, 2024 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
CCR was informed of a caregiver being arrested and the operation failed to notify CCR within the timeframe.
HHSC 746.305(a)(5) — Report of Criminal Complaint Against Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-12. Correction verified 2024-12-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 6, 2024 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
CCR was informed of a caregiver being arrested and the operation failed to notify CCR within the timeframe.
HHSC 746.305(a)(5) — Report of Criminal Complaint Against Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-12. Correction verified 2024-12-12.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 11, 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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Oct 11, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 23, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 23, 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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Aug 21, 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 21, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 21, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegation and found to be deficient. The caregivers did not ensure the safety of each child while in care which resulted in a child being injured.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-27. Correction verified 2024-10-11.
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Records & paperwork Serious
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Aug 21, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegation and found to be deficient. The caregivers did not ensure the safety of each child while in care which resulted in a child being injured.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-27. Correction verified 2024-10-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork Serious
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Aug 13, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During a walk through of the operation, it was observed glass cleaner within the reach of the children in their classroom. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed it from the room.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-13.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Aug 13, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During a walk through of the operation, it was observed glass cleaner within the reach of the children in their classroom. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed it from the room.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-08-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Aug 8, 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 8, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 30, 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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Jul 30, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 10, 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 10, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 2, 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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Jul 2, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 23, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During a walk through of the building, it was observed a caregiver with background conduction supervising two children. This is against their current background check conditions. It was corrected at inspection.
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 at inspection. Corrected 2024-05-23.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 23, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During a walk through of the building, it was observed a caregiver with background conduction supervising two children. This is against their current background check conditions. It was corrected at inspection.
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 at inspection. Corrected 2024-05-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 21, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. During interviews and a review of the camera footage, it was determined a caregiver swatted at a child.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-26. Correction verified 2024-07-10.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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May 21, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. During interviews and a review of the camera footage, it was determined a caregiver swatted at a child.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-26. Correction verified 2024-07-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 12, 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 11, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 11, 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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Sep 19, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 19, 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 2, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 2, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 18, 2022 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 18, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 8, 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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Nov 8, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 6, 2022 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 6, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the inspection, the small playground had multiple fence slats were damaged and jagged.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-27. Correction verified 2022-10-27.
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Staff background & training
During inspection 10 training records were unavailable for review.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-11-04.
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Safety & premises
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Oct 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the inspection, the small playground had multiple fence slats were damaged and jagged.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-27. Correction verified 2022-10-27.
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Staff background & training
During inspection 10 training records were unavailable for review.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-11-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Sep 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 23, 2022 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 23, 2022 Report · 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.
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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 15, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 15, 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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Jul 7, 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 7, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 16, 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 16, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 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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May 12, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 12, 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 11, 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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May 11, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 15, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 15, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 4, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 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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Mar 1, 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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Mar 1, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 13, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The operation allowed an employee to be present at the operation in the role of a caregiver prior to receiving an eligibility notice 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 at inspection. Corrected 2021-12-13.
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Safety & premises
During an inspection of the playground, it was observed by licensing three stationary bikes overlapping each use zone.
HHSC 746.4803 — Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-12. Correction verified 2021-12-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 13, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The operation allowed an employee to be present at the operation in the role of a caregiver prior to receiving an eligibility notice 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 at inspection. Corrected 2021-12-13.
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Safety & premises
During an inspection of the playground, it was observed by licensing three stationary bikes overlapping each use zone.
HHSC 746.4803 — Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-12. Correction verified 2021-12-20.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Oct 8, 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 8, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation datasets on data.texas.gov. Last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is HHSC's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan. About this data.