First Christian School
1601 SUNSET BLVD, Houston, TX 77005 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 217
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Kaylen Lewis
- Phone
- (713) 526-8125
- Regulated since
- Apr 28, 2005
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 270444 · number 848336
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 1 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2024 | 4 | 3 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2023 | 26 | 8 | Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (7), Safety & premises (3), Staff background & training (12), Other (2) |
| 2022 | 5 | 1 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | Safety & premises (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 29, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 30, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver was missing the following training: (1)Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma (2)Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-07. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver was missing building and premises safety training.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-07. Correction verified 2025-10-01.
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Staff background & training
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Apr 3, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 24, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 6, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During today's visit I observed two non walking eleven month old infants on mats.
HHSC 746.2405(2) — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-13. Correction verified 2025-02-06.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation has not made corrections to the violations listed on the most recent fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5105 — Corrections Made to Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-02-07. Correction verified 2025-02-06.
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Safety & premises
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Oct 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 20, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 25, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 17, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was observed with a group of 8 children ages 4-12 months old. The caregiver did not have an eligible background check. The caregiver was removed from the classroom during this inspection.
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 2024-07-17. Correction verified 2024-07-25.
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Safety & premises
Snug fitting sheets are needed in cribs in one infant classroom.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-24. Correction verified 2024-07-25.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 16, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Based on the information obtained during this investigation, it was determined the director did not demonstrate good judgement when bringing a firearm into the building.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-08-14. Correction verified 2024-08-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during this investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support a firearm was brought into the operation.
HHSC 746.3707(b) — Firearms, Hunting Knives, Bows and Arrows, Weapons Prohibited Unless Residence
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-08-14. Correction verified 2024-08-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Feb 22, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 14, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 9, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One staff member needed training in the following topics: -Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. -Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). -Understanding early childhood brain development.
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-10-16.
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Staff background & training
Two staff members need trainings in all special topics.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-13. Correction verified 2023-11-10.
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Staff background & training
Training certificates were reviewed during this inspection and it was determined the director provided trainings to staff members. The operation received an administrative penalty on 10/12/2022, 04/04/2023, and 05/22/2023.
HHSC 746.1317(a)(6)(B) — Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2023-10-09. Correction verified 2023-11-09.
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Illness & medication
Medication stored in its original container is needed for one child in care.
HHSC 746.3805(b)(1) — Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-19.
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Safety & premises Serious
All corrections made per the fire department have not been completed.
HHSC 746.5105 — Corrections Made to Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-23. Correction verified 2023-10-11.
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Illness & medication
An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-12. Correction verified 2023-10-12.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 22, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. Repeated deficiencies in the areas of background checks and fire safety have occurred.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-10. Correction verified 2023-07-06.
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Staff background & training
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-10. Correction verified 2023-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-10. Correction verified 2023-07-06.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 6, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. Repeated deficiencies in the areas of background checks and fire safety have occurred.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-06. Correction verified 2023-06-22.
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Staff background & training
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-06. Correction verified 2023-06-22.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-13. Correction verified 2023-06-22.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 22, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was observed outdoors with a group of 17 children. The caregiver did not have an eligible background check.
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 2023-05-22. Correction verified 2023-05-26.
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Staff background & training Serious
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. Repeated deficiencies in the areas of background checks and fire safety have occurred.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-22. Correction verified 2023-06-06.
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Other Serious
A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages two-three years old was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated twelve children were present, however thirteen were counted in the room. A caregiver responsible for an outdoor group of children ages three-four years old was unaware of the number of children responsible for. The caregiver stated eight children, however nine were present.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-22. Correction verified 2023-06-06.
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Staff background & training
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-22. Correction verified 2023-06-06.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-01. Correction verified 2023-06-06.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 10, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-05-10. Correction verified 2023-05-22.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-05-10. Correction verified 2023-05-22.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 20, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-26. Correction verified 2023-05-10.
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Safety & premises
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Apr 4, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver responsible for a group of nine children ages 12-23 months old was present without an eligible background check. A caregiver responsible for a group of 10 children ages 3-5 years old was present without an eligible background check. A caregiver responsible for a group of 12 children ages 12-23 months was present without an eligible background check.
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 2023-04-06. Correction verified 2023-04-06.
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Other
One child was observed laying on a ripped nap mat.
HHSC 746.4503(a) — Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-04.
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Safety & premises
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-18. Correction verified 2023-04-20.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 21, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-27. Correction verified 2023-04-04.
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 28, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-03. Correction verified 2023-03-21.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jan 26, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has not been able to provide documentation of the most recent fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-02. Correction verified 2023-02-28.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 12, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was observed caring for 11 children ages 3-5 years old. The operation had not received notice of eligibility.
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 2022-10-14. Correction verified 2022-10-13.
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Staff background & training
Current Pediatric CPR/FIrst Aid training is needed for one staff member.
HHSC 746.1301(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-24. Correction verified 2022-10-28.
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Safety & premises
Food allergy emergency plans are needed for two children in care.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-07. Correction verified 2022-12-13.
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Safety & premises
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection.
HHSC 746.5103 — Documentation of Fire Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-18. Correction verified 2022-12-14.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 17, 2022 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The permit holder continues to fail at designating a qualified director for the operation as it pertains to minimum standard guidelines.
HHSC 746.201(4) — Designating Director
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-03. Correction verified 2022-06-03.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 15, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Ten children's records were reviewed and the following was determined: 5 of 10 needed emergency contact information. 3 of 10 needed food allergy action plans signed by the child's physician and parent/guardian.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-27. Correction verified 2021-11-01.
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Safety & premises
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