Little Scholars Educational Child Care

Violations by category

• Cleanliness & sanitation 4
• Illness & medication 2
• Supervision & ratios 4
• Safety & premises 5
• Other 3

Year by year

Inspections, investigations & assessments

1. Apr 8, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

   No violations cited on this visit.

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2. Mar 31, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
   • Safety & premises Serious

     An infant-age child under 12mo was observed asleep in a rocker. Note: During inspection child was removed from rocker and the child's assigned crib was moved into the room.

     HHSC 746.2426(a)(1) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

     HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-31. Correction verified 2026-04-08.

   • Other

     Children's Products Certification was last signed on 01/16/2025.

     HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification

     HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-07. Correction verified 2026-04-08.

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3. Apr 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

   No violations cited on this visit.

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4. Apr 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
   • Other

     One out of ten staff files reviewed is missing the translation of a foreign diploma.

     HHSC 746.1111 — Education Outside of U.S.

     HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-22. Correction verified 2025-04-24.

   • Supervision & ratios

     Two caregivers were provided care for 11 children ages 2mo-12mo, SAG 0-11mo. Maximum group size was over by one child. Note: Plans to convert a room into a second infant room were discussed with provider during inspection.

     HHSC 746.1609 — Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children

     HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-08. Correction verified 2025-04-29.

   • Supervision & ratios

     Operational Policies were reviewed and the following information is missing: (18) Outdoor and Physical activity policy (a) benefits (c) type of physical activity (f) outdoor play weather criteria (g) outdoor play during extreme weather; (20) Parent's rights; (27) Health checks; (28) Employee vaccine preventable diseases policy.

     HHSC 746.501(a)(18)(A) — Written Operational Policies - Benefits

     HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-22. Correction verified 2025-04-24.

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5. Nov 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

   No violations cited on this visit.

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6. Oct 28, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
   • Other

     A group of children of varying ages uncluding children under the age of 24 months were observed watching television during the breakfast time.

     HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

     HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-10-28. Correction verified 2024-11-12.

   • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

     Several bottles of cleaning supplies were stored under a sink without a safety latch in a toddler room. The cleaning supplies observed were disinfecting wipes, carpet cleaners, and all purpose cleaner. This posed a hazard as the cleaning supplies were accessible to children. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as a safety latch for the sink cabinet door was installed preventing access to children.

     HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

     HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-10-28.

   • Safety & premises

     Four electrical outlets accessible to children did not have childproof covers in a toddler room. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as childproof covers were placed into the electrical outlets.

     HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

     HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-10-28.

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7. Mar 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

   No violations cited on this visit.

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8. Mar 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
   • Safety & premises

     Three cribs were observed with chipped paint.

     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 2024-03-20. Correction verified 2024-03-26.

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     The ceiling tiles in three classrooms were observed with water stains.

     HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

     HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-25. Correction verified 2024-03-26.

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9. Feb 7, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

   No violations cited on this visit.

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10. Jan 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Supervision & ratios Serious

      Pretzels were served as part of the afternoon snack to toddler children. This posed a safety hazard as pretzels present a risk of choking.

      HHSC 746.3317(7) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-01-25. Correction verified 2024-02-07.

    • Safety & premises

      Four water play tables were observed with standing water in the outdoor playground. Insects were observed in the water accessible to children. Note: This was addressed with the director and the water play tables were emptied.

      HHSC 746.3407(6) — Empty Water Play Tables, Sanitize Water Play Toys, Wash Hands Before Using

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-01-25. Correction verified 2024-02-07.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The clear plastic covering the diaper changing mat in the toddler room had a tear. Liner pads were also used to cover the diaper changing mat. A dark stain was observed on the liner pads. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the plastic cover and liner pads were removed from the diaper changing mat.

      HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-01-25.

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11. Dec 21, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      The outdoor playground fence was observed with peeling paint. This posed a safety hazard as the peeling paint was accessible to children. A hole that measured 2x1 inches was observed on a wall in the outdoor playground accessible to children. A carpet seam binder was missing nails and was lifted this posed a tripping and safety hazard for children.

      HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-27. Correction verified 2023-12-27.

    • Supervision & ratios

      The emergency preparedness plan reviewed was missing the operation procedures The staff responsibility in a sheltering/lock-down emergency for the orderly movement of children to a designated location within the center where children should gather

      HHSC 746.5202(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-12-27. Correction verified 2023-12-27.

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12. Oct 13, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Illness & medication Serious

      The operational policies reviewed were missing the following information: (1) The procedures for dispensing medication; (2) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play; and (G) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play; (3) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.2202 of this chapter (relating to What are my responsibilities when planning activities for a child in care with special care needs?)

      HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-10-17.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      Several ceiling tiles in a toddler room were observed with brown like water stains. Ceiling tiles in the toddler restroom and pre-k room restroom were damaged as parts of the ceiling tiles were missing and the air vent piece was hanging from the ceiling.

      HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-10-17.

    • Illness & medication

      1 of 6 children's immunization records reviewed was not current.

      HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-10-20.

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