Star Kiddos Child Care Center
1855 BARKER CYPRESS RD, Houston, TX 77084 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 85
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 05:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Yniska Lemon
- Phone
- (281) 492-7474
- Regulated since
- Nov 10, 2021
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1364247 · number 1713284
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 7 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (3), Records & paperwork (2), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 13 | 8 | Supervision & ratios (3), Discipline & child guidance (4), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | Safety & premises (1), Other (1) |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (4) |
| 2022 | 4 | 1 | Supervision & ratios (3), Records & paperwork (1) |
| 2021 | 10 | 3 | Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (6), Staff background & training (2), Other (1) |
Enforcement actions
- Seen Oct 1, 2026 — Corrective action in effect (HHSC operation record)
HHSC publishes these as current flags on the operation, not as dated actions. The date shown is when this site first saw the flag. The HHSC Child Care Search has the details.
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 28, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
The last documented fire drill was completed 9/18/2026.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-10-19.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Aug 31, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 1, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 18, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 13, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Person in charge did not have access to the records.
HHSC 746.1013(a)(3) — Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-20. Correction verified 2026-06-17.
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Safety & premises
The concrete was visible under the padding for the play equipment.
HHSC 746.4907(b) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-13. Correction verified 2026-06-17.
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Records & paperwork
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Apr 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
In the toddler room a child was being changed on a changing table that was on the floor near the other children.
HHSC 746.3503(b) — Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-13.
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Records & paperwork
1 out of 8 files did not have a health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-15. Correction verified 2026-05-13.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A teacher was observed sitting down while two kids were fighting on the playground and did not intervene.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-27. Correction verified 2026-04-08.
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Other Serious
A video was observed of two children fighting and the teacher did not intervene.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-25. Correction verified 2026-04-08.
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Other Serious
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Mar 21, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 19, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation the director allowed a caregiver to take a child in care away from the center to go and transport other children.
HHSC 746.1003(4) — Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-26. Correction verified 2026-04-08.
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Other Serious
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver took a child to their home unauthorized.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-26. Correction verified 2026-04-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was left unattended on the van when the caregiver made a stop at their home to use the restroom. On another occasion, the caregiver also left children unattended on the van while the caregiver went in the school to get other children.
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 2026-03-26. Correction verified 2026-04-08.
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Other Serious
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation there was enough information to determine that a staff was observed vaping while caring for kids on the playground.
HHSC 746.3703(d) — No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-26. Correction verified 2026-04-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Dec 18, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 16, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director was aware staff were using inappropriate discipline practices with children and did not take appropriate action to address or stop the behavior or ensure compliance with minimum standards. The director also did not ensure staff received proper training related to discipline and guidance, and accepted training certificates not signed or verified by staff. Additionally, the director allowed children to be brought to the front office for the purpose of discipline and redirection, which is not an appropriate method of behavior guidance.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Evidence during a DFPS investigation determined that a caregiver did not exercise good judgment when the caregiver observed a child in care being physically abused and did not intervene.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver physically abused a child in care. During the investigation, it was determined that another caregiver physically neglected a child in care.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-25.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left children in the classroom unsupervised when the caregiver went to the front office with another child.
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 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Staff background & training
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that caregivers were not trained in discipline and guidance practices during orientation before having unsupervised access to children in care.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(1)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not ensure compliance with minimum standards related to the care, supervision, and protection of children. The permit holder did not adequately monitor staff practices or take timely action to correct know concerns resulting in children being placed at risk.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During a DFPS investigation, there was evidence that a child was dragged from the classroom to the office as a form of punishment.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the operation did not report to Child Care Regulation that children were being inappropriately disciplined.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-18. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Nov 12, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 8, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on information provided during the investigation inspection and interviews, there was enough information to support the allegation of prohibited punishment.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-29. Correction verified 2025-11-12.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Oct 2, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 25, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 21, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required.
HHSC 746.4805(b) — Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-11. Correction verified 2025-08-25.
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Safety & premises
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches,
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-11. Correction verified 2025-08-25.
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Other
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Jun 16, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required.
HHSC 746.4805(b) — Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-04. Correction verified 2025-07-21.
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Safety & premises
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches,
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-01. Correction verified 2025-07-21.
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Other
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Jun 3, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 23, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
In the infant room, there is no chair or rocking chair available in the area.
HHSC 746.2405(1) — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-18. Correction verified 2024-10-18.
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Other
2 out of 3 infants did not have their feeding instructions signed or dated by the parent.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-10-18. Correction verified 2024-10-18.
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Safety & premises
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Aug 20, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 19, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 13, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 16, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
There was no current fire inspection available for viewing. The last fire marshal inspection was on 6/16/2022.
HHSC 746.5101(b) — Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-06. Correction verified 2023-12-06.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 15, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 24, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Operation did not notify parents of child being left on the school bus.
HHSC 746.307(b)(4) — Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-15. Correction verified 2023-06-15.
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Safety & premises Serious
The Safety Alarm on bus was turned off.
HHSC 746.5625(c) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-15. Correction verified 2023-06-15.
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Safety & premises Serious
The bus driver did not ensure and verify all children were accounted for when dropping off the children at school and as result a child was left on the bus.
HHSC 746.5625(d)(1) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee verify all children accounted for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-15. Correction verified 2023-06-15.
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Safety & premises Serious
Walkthrough was not made throughout the vehicle, to ensure all children were drop off at school.
HHSC 746.5625(d)(2) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicle
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-15. Correction verified 2023-06-15.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Nov 14, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The food menu differed from the one posted at the operation. Note: The director corrected it at inspection time.
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-11-14.
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Supervision & ratios
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May 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation does not have a current annual sanitation inspection since 04/01/2020.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-25. Correction verified 2022-06-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation does not have a current annual fire inspection since 10/21/2020.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-25. Correction verified 2022-06-22.
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Records & paperwork
Ten children files were review. Nine of the ten children files do not have a statement of the child health from a medical professional.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-10. Correction verified 2022-05-27.
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 27, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 20, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 10, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was seen running out of the classroom by himself to the director office.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-10. Correction verified 2021-12-20.
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Supervision & ratios
One operational staff was observed texting a family member during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1203(6) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-10. Correction verified 2021-12-20.
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Other
One child was observe playing a video game name Fornite on their hand-held device.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(1) — Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-12-10. Correction verified 2021-12-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Dec 2, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 1, 2021 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
An operational staff is seen grabbing a child wrist during an argument.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-20. Correction verified 2021-12-27.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child can be seen leaving the classroom without proper adult supervision.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-20. Correction verified 2021-12-27.
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Staff background & training
The operational staff do not have the required annual training clock hours for guidance and discipline.
HHSC 746.1309(b) — Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-07. Correction verified 2021-12-30.
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Supervision & ratios
An operational staff can be seen mimicking a child behavior during an argument.
HHSC 746.2803(4)(C) — Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-20. Correction verified 2021-12-27.
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Supervision & ratios
During the interview an operational staff stated that she use food as a bargain chip in order to get the children to compiling the center.
HHSC 746.3301(h) — Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-20. Correction verified 2021-12-27.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 4, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Eight children's files were reviewed. None of the files were complete. Four of the files did not have documented immunizations. One of the files did not have an admission date. Three of the files did not have home addresses listed. Two of the files did not have emergency contact information completed. Five of the files did not have the transportation question answered. Four of the files did not have the field trip question answered. Two of the files did not have doctor statement or documentation from the parent stating the child is healthy. Eight of the files did not have emergency care authorization forms completed. Four of the files did not have documented immunization records to review. Six of the files did not have documentation that the operation policies were received by the parents.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-11. Correction verified 2021-10-20.
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Staff background & training
Six employee files were reviewed. There were no complete files to review. Six of the files did not have documentation of graduating high school or its equivalent. One of the files did not have an affidavit. Four of the files did not have acknowledgment of receiving a copy of the center policies. Three of the files did not have acknowledgment of receiving a copy of the personnel policies. Two of the five files did not have a copy of an ID or driver's license. Three of the five files did not have documented orientation.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-10-11. Correction verified 2021-10-15.
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Illness & medication
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