Lil Explorers School Of Boerne
44 OLD SAN ANTONIO RD, Boerne, TX 78006 · Kendall County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 181
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Rhonda Retzloff
- Phone
- (830) 331-4068
- Regulated since
- May 7, 2019
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1330209 · number 1690479
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 2 | Illness & medication (2), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (2), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 24 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (12), Illness & medication (4), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (4), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (4) |
| 2023 | 12 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (2), Other (2) |
| 2022 | 36 | 10 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (8), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (4), Other (10) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 5, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 5, 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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May 21, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
An infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a mattress that was too small for the crib.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-21. Correction verified 2026-06-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
A 6 mos old infant was observed sleeping on their stomach. Caregiver was asked how the infant was placed in their crib and stated on their stomach.
HHSC 746.2427(a) — AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-21. Correction verified 2026-06-05.
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Safety & premises
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May 21, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
An infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a mattress that was too small for the crib.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-21. Correction verified 2026-06-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
A 6 mos old infant was observed sleeping on their stomach. Caregiver was asked how the infant was placed in their crib and stated on their stomach.
HHSC 746.2427(a) — AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-21. Correction verified 2026-06-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Apr 20, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One out of ten child files evaluated were missing updated health statements from the pediatrician after being enrolled for a year.
HHSC 746.611(a)(3) — Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Other
Two out of 10 child files evaluated were missing health statements upon enrollment.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Illness & medication
Two out of ten child files were evaluated. One child had a vaccination affidavit that expired 8/11/25. A second child's vaccination affidavit had partial exemptions noted but did not have a corresponding immunization record showing the vaccinations were received.
HHSC 746.613(c)(1) — Immunization Exception or Exemption on File and Verified
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Other
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Apr 20, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One out of ten child files evaluated were missing updated health statements from the pediatrician after being enrolled for a year.
HHSC 746.611(a)(3) — Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Other
Two out of 10 child files evaluated were missing health statements upon enrollment.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Illness & medication
Two out of ten child files were evaluated. One child had a vaccination affidavit that expired 8/11/25. A second child's vaccination affidavit had partial exemptions noted but did not have a corresponding immunization record showing the vaccinations were received.
HHSC 746.613(c)(1) — Immunization Exception or Exemption on File and Verified
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-01. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Apr 14, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Four volunteer files were evaluated and did not contain a documented orientation.
HHSC 746.1403(a)(1)(A) — Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
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Staff background & training
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Apr 14, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Four volunteer files were evaluated and did not contain a documented orientation.
HHSC 746.1403(a)(1)(A) — Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-24. Correction verified 2026-05-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Mar 17, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 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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Mar 9, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 9, 2026 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 4, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers did not have a current first aid certificate on file. One expired 7/2025 and the second expired 8/15/2025.
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 2025-09-19. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers did not have a current CPR certificate on file. One expired 7/2025 and the second expired 8/15/2025.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-19. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A storage closet in the restroom of the main house and an under the sink cabinet in the Sassafras room was unlocked. Both contained cleaning chemicals accessible to the children.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Safety & premises
A child with a food allergy plan on file did not contain the parent's signature.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Illness & medication
A child with a notarized vaccination affidavit on file did not indicate which vaccines the child was exempt from receiving.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 4, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers did not have a current first aid certificate on file. One expired 7/2025 and the second expired 8/15/2025.
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 2025-09-19. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers did not have a current CPR certificate on file. One expired 7/2025 and the second expired 8/15/2025.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-19. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A storage closet in the restroom of the main house and an under the sink cabinet in the Sassafras room was unlocked. Both contained cleaning chemicals accessible to the children.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Safety & premises
A child with a food allergy plan on file did not contain the parent's signature.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Illness & medication
A child with a notarized vaccination affidavit on file did not indicate which vaccines the child was exempt from receiving.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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May 22, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 22, 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 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The caregiver in the Hawthorne room with a specified age group of 2 year, provided an incorrect headcount of 11 children when asked. Upon review of the classroom attendance roster with the caregiver, it was determined there were 12 children in her care.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-08. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A caregiver was observed yelling at a group of children in the Lilac room in an attempt to have the children clean up.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-08. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A sink cabinet in the Sassafras room had a broken safety lock allowing access to cleaning chemicals stored inside. An electric hot water heater in the closet of the Lavender room had a nap cot placed in front of it to prevent access. NOTE: During the inspection, the safety lock was replaced and a shelf was moved in front of the closet to prevent children from accessing the hot water heater.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-05-08.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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May 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The caregiver in the Hawthorne room with a specified age group of 2 year, provided an incorrect headcount of 11 children when asked. Upon review of the classroom attendance roster with the caregiver, it was determined there were 12 children in her care.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-08. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A caregiver was observed yelling at a group of children in the Lilac room in an attempt to have the children clean up.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-08. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A sink cabinet in the Sassafras room had a broken safety lock allowing access to cleaning chemicals stored inside. An electric hot water heater in the closet of the Lavender room had a nap cot placed in front of it to prevent access. NOTE: During the inspection, the safety lock was replaced and a shelf was moved in front of the closet to prevent children from accessing the hot water heater.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-05-08.
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Other Serious
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Apr 30, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A child was not thoroughly cleaned after having a soiled diaper.
HHSC 746.3501(2) — Diaper Changing Steps- Cleanse Child with Individual Cloths
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Diaper cream that did not belong to a child was applied during diaper changes.
HHSC 746.3501(4) — Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Apr 30, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A child was not thoroughly cleaned after having a soiled diaper.
HHSC 746.3501(2) — Diaper Changing Steps- Cleanse Child with Individual Cloths
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Diaper cream that did not belong to a child was applied during diaper changes.
HHSC 746.3501(4) — Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Feb 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 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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Feb 19, 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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Feb 19, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 10, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The changing pad in the Sasafras room was a cloth material. NOTE: Changing pad was removed during inspection.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-02-10.
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Illness & medication
1 out of 10 child files evaluated for immunization records was missing an updated record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-14. Correction verified 2025-02-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Feb 10, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The changing pad in the Sasafras room was a cloth material. NOTE: Changing pad was removed during inspection.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-02-10.
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Illness & medication
1 out of 10 child files evaluated for immunization records was missing an updated record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-14. Correction verified 2025-02-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jan 3, 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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Jan 3, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 20, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 20, 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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Dec 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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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 3, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 3, 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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Nov 26, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 26, 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 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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Sep 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 13, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 13, 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 1, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 1, 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 26, 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 26, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 22, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver physically disciplined their own child who was enrolled at the operation.
HHSC 746.2807 — Employees Discipline Own Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-20. Correction verified 2024-09-12.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The operation failed to maintain the cleanliness of a classroom where dirty toys, excessive clutter, dirt and dead insects were found throughout the room.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-20. Correction verified 2024-09-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 22, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver physically disciplined their own child who was enrolled at the operation.
HHSC 746.2807 — Employees Discipline Own Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-20. Correction verified 2024-09-12.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The operation failed to maintain the cleanliness of a classroom where dirty toys, excessive clutter, dirt and dead insects were found throughout the room.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-20. Correction verified 2024-09-12.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 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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Jul 3, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 3, 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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Jun 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
There is a broken window in the Dogwood room that is covered by cardboard.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-26. Correction verified 2024-08-22.
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Safety & premises
5 out of 10 child files evaluated were missing addresses and phone numbers for emergency contact people listed on the enrollment form.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-21. Correction verified 2024-07-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jun 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
There is a broken window in the Dogwood room that is covered by cardboard.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-07-26. Correction verified 2024-08-22.
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Safety & premises
5 out of 10 child files evaluated were missing addresses and phone numbers for emergency contact people listed on the enrollment form.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-21. Correction verified 2024-07-12.
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Safety & premises
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Mar 18, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 18, 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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Oct 10, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
2 out of 10 child files evaluated were missing updated immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-10-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Oct 10, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
2 out of 10 child files evaluated were missing updated immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-20. Correction verified 2023-10-11.
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Illness & medication
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Sep 7, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 7, 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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Aug 28, 2023 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 28, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 31, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 31, 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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Jul 26, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 26, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 4, 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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May 4, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
4 out of 9 infant feeding instructions were not current in the Orange Blossom room. 5 out of 9 feeding instructions were not current in the Peach Blossom room. Feeding instructions were last updated in January and February.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-04-21. Correction verified 2023-04-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The trash can in the Dogwood room did not have a cover preventing children from accessing the debris inside.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-19. Correction verified 2023-05-04.
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Safety & premises
There was 1 loose outlet allowing children to potentially access the electrical outlet box in the wall and there were 2 outlet boxes exposed without covers in the Lavender room. A sink in the restroom between Hawthorn and Sassafras rooms was pulling away from the wall.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-20. Correction verified 2023-05-04.
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Supervision & ratios
2 out of 3 cats at the operation did not have a copy of their rabies vaccination on file. Note: The vaccination records were obtained during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3903(a) — Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-19.
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Supervision & ratios
1 out of 3 cats at the operation did not have a health statement on file. Note: The health statement was obtained from the veterinarian during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3903(b) — Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-19.
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Other
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Apr 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
4 out of 9 infant feeding instructions were not current in the Orange Blossom room. 5 out of 9 feeding instructions were not current in the Peach Blossom room. Feeding instructions were last updated in January and February.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-04-21. Correction verified 2023-04-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The trash can in the Dogwood room did not have a cover preventing children from accessing the debris inside.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-19. Correction verified 2023-05-04.
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Safety & premises
There was 1 loose outlet allowing children to potentially access the electrical outlet box in the wall and there were 2 outlet boxes exposed without covers in the Lavender room. A sink in the restroom between Hawthorn and Sassafras rooms was pulling away from the wall.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-04-20. Correction verified 2023-05-04.
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Supervision & ratios
2 out of 3 cats at the operation did not have a copy of their rabies vaccination on file. Note: The vaccination records were obtained during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3903(a) — Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-19.
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Supervision & ratios
1 out of 3 cats at the operation did not have a health statement on file. Note: The health statement was obtained from the veterinarian during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3903(b) — Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-04-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 23, 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 23, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 18, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
1 out of 10 child files reviewed was missing a health statement.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-11-01.
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Illness & medication
2 out of 10 child files reviewed needed updated immunization records. One child (9 mos) was missing their 3rd DTaP and 3rd PCV vaccine. One child (7 mos) was missing their 2nd Hep B vaccination.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-11-02.
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Staff background & training
4 out of 10 staff files evaluated were missing annual training hours. One caregiver completed 12/24 hours of training, one caregiver completed 18/24 hours of training, one caregiver completed 6/24 hours of training and the director did not have any training certificates available to evaluate.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-04. Correction verified 2022-11-15.
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Other
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Oct 18, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
1 out of 10 child files reviewed was missing a health statement.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-11-01.
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Illness & medication
2 out of 10 child files reviewed needed updated immunization records. One child (9 mos) was missing their 3rd DTaP and 3rd PCV vaccine. One child (7 mos) was missing their 2nd Hep B vaccination.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-11-02.
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Staff background & training
4 out of 10 staff files evaluated were missing annual training hours. One caregiver completed 12/24 hours of training, one caregiver completed 18/24 hours of training, one caregiver completed 6/24 hours of training and the director did not have any training certificates available to evaluate.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-04. Correction verified 2022-11-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Jul 20, 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 20, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 6, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation used poor judgment in allowing an 8 year old child in the kitchen.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child, age 8 years, was observed in the kitchen playing on an electronic device alone without direct supervision. The child was on the floor of the kitchen behind a metal shelf. The closest caregiver was in the front office. There was a curtain that was closed separating the kitchen and office area and preventing a caregiver from being able to see the child.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A piece of drywall has been cut, resulting in exposing electrical wires that lead from a breaker box located in the Magnolia Room restroom. NOTE: This is a recite from investigation #2883999
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-15. Correction verified 2022-07-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jul 6, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation used poor judgment in allowing an 8 year old child in the kitchen.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child, age 8 years, was observed in the kitchen playing on an electronic device alone without direct supervision. The child was on the floor of the kitchen behind a metal shelf. The closest caregiver was in the front office. There was a curtain that was closed separating the kitchen and office area and preventing a caregiver from being able to see the child.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-06. Correction verified 2022-07-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A piece of drywall has been cut, resulting in exposing electrical wires that lead from a breaker box located in the Magnolia Room restroom. NOTE: This is a recite from investigation #2883999
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-15. Correction verified 2022-07-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 14, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 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 2, 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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Jun 2, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 31, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 31, 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 17, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 17, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver that has a provisional background check had direct access to 4 children ages 6-12 months of age. NOTE: The caregiver was moved to another classroom with a caregiver that had an eligible clearance.
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 2022-05-03. Correction verified 2022-05-17.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 29, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver that has a provisional background check had direct access to 4 children ages 6-12 months of age. NOTE: The caregiver was moved to another classroom with a caregiver that had an eligible clearance.
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 2022-05-03. Correction verified 2022-05-17.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 5, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
This is a recite: 2 children had feeding schedules but were not signed by parents. 1 child's feeding schedule was last updated in Feb 2022.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-07. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
This is a recite: One classroom bathroom contained cleaning solution and wet floor mop pads within reach of the children 2 years of age.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-05. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
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Other
This is a recite: The playground with the tire climber and slides had soft surface measurements of 1/2 inch - 1 inch at the end of the slides and measurements of 2-5 inches under the climbing unit. The 3-4 year old playground measured soft surface areas under the rocking climbers between 3- 5 inches in 3 areas measured.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-15. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
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Other
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Apr 5, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
This is a recite: 2 children had feeding schedules but were not signed by parents. 1 child's feeding schedule was last updated in Feb 2022.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-04-07. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
This is a recite: One classroom bathroom contained cleaning solution and wet floor mop pads within reach of the children 2 years of age.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-05. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
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Other
This is a recite: The playground with the tire climber and slides had soft surface measurements of 1/2 inch - 1 inch at the end of the slides and measurements of 2-5 inches under the climbing unit. The 3-4 year old playground measured soft surface areas under the rocking climbers between 3- 5 inches in 3 areas measured.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-15. Correction verified 2022-04-29.
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Other
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Mar 22, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
6 out of 8 infants int he 3-6 mon classroom did not have a feeding schedule on file.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-25. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
One infant in the 3-6 mos room was found in their crib in a sleep sack that restricted the child's arms. A second child was found in their crib swaddled.
HHSC 746.2428 — No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-22. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two classrooms were found to have cleaning chemicals and sun tan lotion accessible to children in the restroom.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-22. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two arch climbers were found on the preschool playground not attached to the ground and could be moved or lifted.
HHSC 746.4601(5) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-25. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Other
The preschool playground had less than 6 inches of fall zone surfacing under the climbing tires, stationary rocking climbers and arch climbers.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-01. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation had not recorded monthly fire drills conducted for January or February. NOTE: The assistant director was able to update the emergency log using calendar dates of when the drills were conducted during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-22.
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Safety & premises
A fire extinguisher was found in a 3 year old classroom that was not mounted and placed over 5 feet off the floor on top of a cubby.
HHSC 746.5305 — Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-23. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation had not recorded monthly carbon monoxide detector testing for January and February. NOTE: The assistant director was able to reference past calendar dates and enter the dates the units were tested during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(3) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-22.
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Other
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Mar 22, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
6 out of 8 infants int he 3-6 mon classroom did not have a feeding schedule on file.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-25. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
One infant in the 3-6 mos room was found in their crib in a sleep sack that restricted the child's arms. A second child was found in their crib swaddled.
HHSC 746.2428 — No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-22. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Two classrooms were found to have cleaning chemicals and sun tan lotion accessible to children in the restroom.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-22. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two arch climbers were found on the preschool playground not attached to the ground and could be moved or lifted.
HHSC 746.4601(5) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-25. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Other
The preschool playground had less than 6 inches of fall zone surfacing under the climbing tires, stationary rocking climbers and arch climbers.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-01. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation had not recorded monthly fire drills conducted for January or February. NOTE: The assistant director was able to update the emergency log using calendar dates of when the drills were conducted during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-22.
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Safety & premises
A fire extinguisher was found in a 3 year old classroom that was not mounted and placed over 5 feet off the floor on top of a cubby.
HHSC 746.5305 — Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-23. Correction verified 2022-04-05.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation had not recorded monthly carbon monoxide detector testing for January and February. NOTE: The assistant director was able to reference past calendar dates and enter the dates the units were tested during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(3) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-22.
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Other
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