Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center
607 E RICHEY RD STE D, Houston, TX 77073 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 104
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Landis Rowe-Dooley
- Phone
- (281) 869-4770
- Regulated since
- Apr 12, 2016
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1219121 · number 1603356
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 0 | Records & paperwork (2), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 12 | 4 | Safety & premises (2), Other (10) |
| 2022 | 16 | 10 | Supervision & ratios (4), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (4), Other (4) |
| 2021 | 36 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (10), Safety & premises (8), Staff background & training (8), Records & paperwork (6), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Feb 17, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 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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Feb 25, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Feeding instructions could not be observed for 4month infant during inspection.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-02-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 25, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Feeding instructions could not be observed for 4month infant during inspection.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-02-26.
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Other
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Jan 21, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
The center did not report the number of employees that left employment in 2024 by the required date of 1/15/25.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-01-24. Correction verified 2025-01-22.
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Records & paperwork
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Jan 21, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
The center did not report the number of employees that left employment in 2024 by the required date of 1/15/25.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-01-24. Correction verified 2025-01-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Oct 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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Oct 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 2, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 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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Mar 28, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 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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Mar 6, 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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Mar 6, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 23, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Two infants were found in cribs with pacifier cords attached to their pacifiers while sleeping. This was corrected when the infant teacher removed the cords from the pacifiers.
HHSC 746.2401(6) — Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-23. Correction verified 2024-03-06.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Feb 23, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Two infants were found in cribs with pacifier cords attached to their pacifiers while sleeping. This was corrected when the infant teacher removed the cords from the pacifiers.
HHSC 746.2401(6) — Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-23. Correction verified 2024-03-06.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Feb 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 16, 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 15, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, two caregivers did not display good judgement by using a close body contact method when placing children to sleep during naptime. This method allows caregivers to use their bodies in a restrictive manner towards the child.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-03-14. Correction verified 2024-03-28.
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Other
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 3 caregivers engaged in personal use of cell phones during naptime.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-14. Correction verified 2024-03-28.
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Other
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, it was determined that caregivers are placing blankets over children's heads and forcing children to fall asleep.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-14. Correction verified 2024-03-28.
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Other
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 2 children's admission forms did not have a date of admission stated.
HHSC 746.605(3) — Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-03-21. Correction verified 2024-03-22.
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Other
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found on one child's admission form did not have a parent or guardian's name stated.
HHSC 746.605(4) — Required Admission Information - Parents' Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-21. Correction verified 2024-03-22.
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Other Serious
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Feb 15, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, two caregivers did not display good judgement by using a close body contact method when placing children to sleep during naptime. This method allows caregivers to use their bodies in a restrictive manner towards the child.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-03-14. Correction verified 2024-03-28.
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Other
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 3 caregivers engaged in personal use of cell phones during naptime.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-14. Correction verified 2024-03-28.
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Other
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, it was determined that caregivers are placing blankets over children's heads and forcing children to fall asleep.
HHSC 746.2905(1) — Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-14. Correction verified 2024-03-28.
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Other
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 2 children's admission forms did not have a date of admission stated.
HHSC 746.605(3) — Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-03-21. Correction verified 2024-03-22.
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Other
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found on one child's admission form did not have a parent or guardian's name stated.
HHSC 746.605(4) — Required Admission Information - Parents' Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-21. Correction verified 2024-03-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Oct 12, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 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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Jun 1, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 1, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 2, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 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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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 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 17, 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 17, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 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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Oct 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A infant child was observed sleeping in a crib on the other side of infant room unsupervised. There was a crib and a changing table blocking the walkway to the child crib.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-10-13.
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Staff background & training
Director current tranportation training could not be observed. Last transportation traning observed dated for 7/10/2021.
HHSC 746.1301(7)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-27. Correction verified 2022-10-17.
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Staff background & training
Infant caregiver cpr/first aid exipred 8/7/2022.
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 2022-10-27. Correction verified 2022-10-17.
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Safety & premises
Fire extingusher was observed last serviced in Feb 2021.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-21. Correction verified 2022-10-17.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 13, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A infant child was observed sleeping in a crib on the other side of infant room unsupervised. There was a crib and a changing table blocking the walkway to the child crib.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-10-13.
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Staff background & training
Director current tranportation training could not be observed. Last transportation traning observed dated for 7/10/2021.
HHSC 746.1301(7)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-27. Correction verified 2022-10-17.
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Staff background & training
Infant caregiver cpr/first aid exipred 8/7/2022.
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 2022-10-27. Correction verified 2022-10-17.
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Safety & premises
Fire extingusher was observed last serviced in Feb 2021.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-21. Correction verified 2022-10-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 3, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was neglectfully supervised when left in the transportation vehicle unattended.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the operation failed to report that a child was left on the transportation vehicle unsupervised for an extended period of time within the 48-hour time frame. The child was left in the vehicle on 09/30/2022 and the operation reported the incident on 10/03/2022. The incident should have been reported no later than 10/02/2022.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
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Other Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.
HHSC 746.5605(3) — Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
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Other Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support the safety precautions for unloading children was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended for approximately 90 minutes.
HHSC 746.5605(4) — AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Oct 3, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was neglectfully supervised when left in the transportation vehicle unattended.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the operation failed to report that a child was left on the transportation vehicle unsupervised for an extended period of time within the 48-hour time frame. The child was left in the vehicle on 09/30/2022 and the operation reported the incident on 10/03/2022. The incident should have been reported no later than 10/02/2022.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
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Other Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.
HHSC 746.5605(3) — Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
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Other Serious
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support the safety precautions for unloading children was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended for approximately 90 minutes.
HHSC 746.5605(4) — AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-10. Correction verified 2022-11-17.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Nov 23, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
The caregiver of the school-age group had a cell-phone and computer out while the children in care were playing. The caregiver was not able to properly and sufficiently supervise children in their care while conducting reports on their personal computer.
HHSC 746.1203(6) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-23.
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Safety & premises
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-03. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Records & paperwork
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-12-03. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Safety & premises
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-01. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-23. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Staff background & training
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2021-11-30. Correction verified 2021-11-24.
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Staff background & training
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019. Staff files were observed, in which the training topics observed did not cover the required topics.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-12-17. Correction verified 2021-12-20.
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Records & paperwork
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Nov 23, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
The caregiver of the school-age group had a cell-phone and computer out while the children in care were playing. The caregiver was not able to properly and sufficiently supervise children in their care while conducting reports on their personal computer.
HHSC 746.1203(6) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-11-23.
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Safety & premises
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-03. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Records & paperwork
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-12-03. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Safety & premises
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-01. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-23. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Staff background & training
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2021-11-30. Correction verified 2021-11-24.
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Staff background & training
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019. Staff files were observed, in which the training topics observed did not cover the required topics.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-12-17. Correction verified 2021-12-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Nov 9, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. The caregiver acknowledged that she is not the primary caregiver in the Toddler classroom.
HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-15. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation had no documentation on the cribs utilized. The operation did not have the manufacturers instructions for the cribs utilized
HHSC 746.2409(a)(9) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-11-19. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
One out of two toilets utilized in the Toddler classroom is in nonworking condition. The toilet/restroom in the infant classroom is utilized as storage. The operation has missing tiles in the activity area, and the children's bathroom.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-23. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Safety & premises
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a copy of the food allergies posted in the facility. The food allergy named was not posted in the child's classroom(s), nor the kitchen(food preparation) area.
HHSC 746.401(10) — Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Supervision & ratios
The most recent CPSC form was dated 01/02/2019. The operation had not reviewed current recalled items on the CPSC website.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Records & paperwork
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-23. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Safety & premises
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-16. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Staff background & training
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Staff background & training
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-19. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Nov 9, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. The caregiver acknowledged that she is not the primary caregiver in the Toddler classroom.
HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-15. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation had no documentation on the cribs utilized. The operation did not have the manufacturers instructions for the cribs utilized
HHSC 746.2409(a)(9) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-11-19. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
One out of two toilets utilized in the Toddler classroom is in nonworking condition. The toilet/restroom in the infant classroom is utilized as storage. The operation has missing tiles in the activity area, and the children's bathroom.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-23. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Safety & premises
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a copy of the food allergies posted in the facility. The food allergy named was not posted in the child's classroom(s), nor the kitchen(food preparation) area.
HHSC 746.401(10) — Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Supervision & ratios
The most recent CPSC form was dated 01/02/2019. The operation had not reviewed current recalled items on the CPSC website.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Records & paperwork
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-23. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Safety & premises
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-30.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
HHSC 746.801(10) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-16. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Staff background & training
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2021-11-12. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Staff background & training
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-19. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Other
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- HHSC Open Records Coordinator, MC-1070 · OpenRecordsRequest@hhs.texas.gov · fax 512-424-6586 · 4601 W. Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78751-3146 · agency instructions
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If something is happening now, report a concern to HHSC Child Care Regulation. For suspected abuse, contact your county child protective services or law enforcement.
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.