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Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77088

As We Grow Learning Center #2

9802 N HOUSTON ROSSLYN RD, Houston, TX 77088 · (346) 219-0835 · State permit no. 1688312

Between Oct 20, 2021 and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited As We Grow Learning Center #2 for 16 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 10 routine inspections and 5 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 6 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.603 (3 times, most recently Jan 16, 2025).

The state lists As We Grow Learning Center #2 as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat). Programs on file: School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Drop-In Care, Part Time Care, Transportation to/from School, Weekend Care, Field Trips, Night Care. Program type: Child Care Program.

Violations by state risk weight

Of the 16 violations at As We Grow Learning Center #2, 6 fall under rules Texas weights High and 5 under Medium High; the state sets each rule’s weight by the risk a violation poses to children. How weights work

WeightViolationsShare
High638%
Medium High531%
Medium531%
Medium Low00%
Low00%

Compared with other Houston licensed child care centers

As We Grow Learning Center #2 had 16 violations in five years, more than the median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 1.2 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.

Violations in five years: As We Grow Learning Center #2 16, Houston five-year median 11This daycare16Houston median11

Repeat issues

2 rules were cited more than once at As We Grow Learning Center #2 in the last five years.

RuleTimesWhat the rule covers
746.603
Medium		3The center must keep a record for each enrolled child, including the enrollment agreement, admission information, a health statement from a health-care professional, and immunization records, plus items such as sign-in and sign-out records and medication records when they apply. These records must be kept at the center, available during operating hours, generally until three months after the child's last day. Official rule text
Most recent: Jan 16, 2025 · first: Mar 16, 2023
746.4805
Medium High		2The use zone in front of the entry and along the sides of a slide must extend at least six feet. In front of the slide exit it must extend at least six feet for slides six feet high or less, and for taller slides it must equal the platform's height above the surfacing, up to eight feet, without overlapping other equipment's use zones. Official rule text
Most recent: Apr 14, 2023 · first: Mar 16, 2023

Year by year

Routine inspections and violations per year at As We Grow Learning Center #2, 2021 to 20261020211020224122023202024242025002026
YearRoutine inspectionsAll state visitsViolations
2021 (from Oct 20)120
2022110
20234712
2024230
2025224
2026000

Every state visit

15 visits on record since Oct 20, 2021, newest first, including visits that found nothing.

DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Dec 16, 2025Inspection9683
Jan 16, 2025Inspection6221
Jun 6, 2024Inspection649None
May 15, 2024Inspection—None
May 6, 2024Investigation (report)5None
Oct 31, 2023Inspection2621
Jul 13, 2023Inspection2None
Apr 14, 2023Inspection42
Apr 5, 2023Assessment22
Mar 22, 2023Investigation (report)1None
Mar 22, 2023Investigation (report)22
Mar 16, 2023Inspection6035
Show 3 earlier visits
DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Mar 31, 2022Inspection615None
Dec 30, 2021Inspection—None
Dec 28, 2021Investigation (report)1None

All 16 violations, newest first

Medium · Dec 16, 2025 · Inspection

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

A caregiver annual training was evaluated, and it was found to be missing Emergency preparedness, administering medication, food or an allergic reaction, understanding building and physical premises safety, and Handling and storing training.

In plain English: A caregiver's 24 hours of yearly training must fit the ages of the children in their care and cover set topics, including at least six hours on areas such as child development or guidance and discipline, and at least one hour on preventing, recognizing, and reporting child abuse and neglect. At least five of the hours must be instructor-led, and caregivers of children under 24 months must also have one hour on shaken baby syndrome, infant sleep practices and SIDS, and early brain development. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 30, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 29, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Dec 16, 2025 · Inspection

746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

The operations van have malfunctioning alarm systems.

In plain English: A vehicle that seats eight or more, is used to transport children, and was bought or leased on or after December 31, 2013, must have an electronic child alarm that is installed and maintained per the maker's instructions and used on every trip with children. Before turning off the alarm at the rear of the vehicle, the driver or a designated employee must account for every child and walk through the vehicle to check that no child is left inside. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jan 16, 2026
Correction verified:
Jan 15, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Dec 16, 2025 · Inspection

746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics

The director s annual training was evaluated, and it was found to be missing Emergency preparedness, administering medication, food or an allergic reaction, understanding building and physical premises safety, and Handling and storing training.

In plain English: A center director must complete 30 hours of training each year that fits the ages of the children served, including at least six hours on topics such as child development or guidance and discipline, at least one hour on preventing, recognizing, and reporting child abuse and neglect, and three to six hours on management or staff supervision depending on experience. At least six of the hours must be instructor-led. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 30, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 29, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Jan 16, 2025 · Inspection

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

Three children that have been enrolled at the operation for over a year did not have health statements on file.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 7, 2025
Correction verified:
Feb 12, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Oct 31, 2023 · Inspection

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

The required six inches of mulch was not installed in the outdoor play area. There were areas surrounding the slide where dirt and plastic was exposed.

In plain English: Loose-fill surfacing under play equipment must be kept at least six inches deep when the highest play surface is five feet or lower, and at least nine inches deep when it is higher. It may not be laid over concrete or asphalt or used indoors, and equipment posts must be marked to show the required depth. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 21, 2023
Correction verified:
Dec 1, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Apr 14, 2023 · Inspection

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

There was one child's records that indicated the child lacked the immunizations for their age. Three children have withdrawn.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 19, 2023
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2023
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Apr 14, 2023 · Inspection

746.4805(d) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - No Overlap

This was corrected at the inspection when the small play equipment was removed.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Apr 14, 2023
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Apr 5, 2023 · Assessment

745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions

Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, on 03/28/23, it was determined the provisional conditions of a caregiver were not followed by the operation.

In plain English: If the state's background check unit finds a person ineligible, the operation must immediately remove that person from the operation and confirm it received the notice. If the person is eligible or provisionally eligible with conditions, the operation must limit the person's duties to follow those conditions. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 5, 2023
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Apr 5, 2023 · Assessment

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, on 04/04/23, there was a caregiver in direct care of children without an eligible background check.

In plain English: An operation must get notice from the state's background check unit that a person is eligible, eligible with conditions, or provisionally eligible with conditions before letting that person be at the operation. While waiting, the person may attend orientation or pre-service training only if they have no contact with children in care. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 5, 2023
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Mar 22, 2023 · Investigation (report)

746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

Based on the preponderance of the evidence obtained during the investigation conducted by DFPS, prohibited punishment was utilized by a caregiver in care of children.

In plain English: No child may be treated in a harsh, cruel, or unusual way. Banned methods include physical punishment or threats of it, punishment tied to food, naps, or toilet training, grabbing or pulling a child, yelling at or humiliating a child, and putting a child in a locked or dark room. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jun 29, 2023
Correction verified:
Jul 13, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes
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High · Mar 22, 2023 · Investigation (report)

746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

Based on the preponderance of the evidence obtained during the investigation conducted by DFPS, it was determined a caregiver used physical abuse on a child.

In plain English: Every center employee, including staff not counted in the child-to-caregiver ratio, must show competency, good judgment, and self-control around children and treat them with courtesy, respect, and patience. Employees must make sure no child is abused, neglected, or exploited in care, and must report suspected abuse or neglect to the state. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jun 29, 2023
Correction verified:
Jul 13, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Mar 16, 2023 · Inspection

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

There were 4 children's records that indicated the children lacked the immunizations for their age.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 11, 2023
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Mar 16, 2023 · Inspection

746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

The top of the taller play equipment was separated from the posts. This was corrected at the inspection when the maintenance man secured the top of the play structure.

In plain English: The director or a designee must check the active play space and equipment every day before play and do a fuller check at least monthly using a written checklist. Hazards or defects found must be removed or repaired promptly, children must be kept off the equipment until then, and inspection and repair records must be kept for at least three months. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Mar 16, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Mar 16, 2023 · Inspection

745.509 - Licensed Operations Required Fees

Payment for the background check fees have not been submitted. They were due on 03/03/23.

Official text of rule 745.509

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 16, 2023
Correction verified:
Mar 16, 2023
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Mar 16, 2023 · Inspection

746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib

There were 2 cribs labeled with an infant's name which had an additional mattress in each crib. The extra mattress was removed during the inspection.

In plain English: Each crib must have a firm, flat mattress made for that crib model that fits snugly with no added padding, snug-fitting sheets, secure hardware, slats no more than 2 3/8 inches apart, documentation that it meets federal crib standards, and a label with the infant's name (or a number with an assignment map). Cribs must be sanitized before another infant uses them, and an infant may never be left in a crib with the drop gate down. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Mar 16, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Mar 16, 2023 · Inspection

746.4805(d) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - No Overlap

The use zone for the slide/exit of the shorter play equipment overlaps with use zone for the taller play structure.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 13, 2023
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

What to ask on a visit

Based on the kinds of rules cited at As We Grow Learning Center #2:

Playgrounds and play equipment

Enrollment and attendance records

Background checks

Staff training and certifications

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Source and corrections

This page reports the state’s records for As We Grow Learning Center #2; it is not a rating, a recommendation, or a background check, and may not be used for employment, tenant, credit, or insurance decisions.

Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).