11140 GREENBAY ST, Houston, TX 77024 · (713) 465-4657 · State permit no. 223030
Between Oct 20, 2021 and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Chapelwood United Methodist SC for 14 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 10 routine inspections and 2 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 3 were under rules the state weights High. The last 2 routine inspections found no violations.
The state lists Chapelwood United Methodist SC as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: Accredited, Part Time Care. Program type: Child Care Program.
All 14 violations, newest first
One rule cited at Chapelwood United Methodist SC changed after some of these citations (marked “rule revised”), so the wording that applied at the time may differ from our plain-English explanation.
Medium High · Mar 31, 2025 · Inspection
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Two children enrolled need updated immunization records.
In plain English: Each child from birth through age 14 must meet and keep meeting the state health department's immunization requirements, and the center must keep current immunization records, including any exemptions or exceptions. Required immunizations must be complete by the admission date, unless an exemption is verified by then or a homeless or foster child is admitted provisionally for up to 30 days. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 10, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Apr 10, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 31, 2025 · Inspection
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
During today's inspection I observed medication that was not stored in its original container.
In plain English: Medication must be given as the label directs or as the child's health-care professional changes in writing, only to the child it is meant for, from the original container labeled with the child's full name and the date it was brought in, and never after it expires. Each dose must be recorded with the child's name, the medication, the date, time, and amount, and the employee's full name, and the records kept for at least three months. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 10, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Apr 23, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 31, 2025 · Inspection
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
During today's inspection I observed food allergy emergency plans that were not signed by the parent/guardian.
In plain English: For each child with a food allergy diagnosed by a health-care professional, the center must have a food allergy emergency plan signed and dated by the child's health-care professional and parent. A copy must be kept in the child's file. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 10, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Apr 10, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Apr 4, 2024 · Inspection
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
Documentation showing current infant feeding instructions for 2 infants was not available for review during inspection.
In plain English: The center must keep certain records ready for state review during operating hours, including children's records, staff and training records, the director's certificate, staff time sheets, proof of liability insurance (or written notice to parents that it has none), playground checklists, and records of emergency drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors. It must also keep its most recent fire, sanitation, and (if needed) gas inspection reports and its daily sign-in and sign-out system. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 11, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Apr 11, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Apr 4, 2024 · Inspection
746.4603(5) - Prohibited Equipment - Multiple Occupancy Swings
During the inspection a teeter totter was observed in the outdoor play area.
Official text of rule 746.4603
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 22, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Apr 22, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Sep 29, 2022 · Inspection
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
One infant in the 12-17 month class were not strapped into the table chair. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the infant from the table chair.
In plain English: The rule requires tables and chairs used by children to be "safe," easy to clean, and the right height and size for each age group. If the manufacturer requires straps on a chair, they must be fastened whenever a child uses it. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Sep 29, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Sep 29, 2022 · Inspection
746.3901(2) - Animals - Do Not Create Unsafe or Unsanitary Conditions
In the 2 yera old classroom there was guinea pig dropping on the outside of the cage that was accessible to the children.
Official text of rule 746.3901
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 29, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Oct 24, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Sep 29, 2022 · Inspection
746.301(5) - Notification of Change in Age Range of Children In Care
The operation is caring for children age 0-17 months and children age 5 years which their permit is not allocated for. This was corrected at inspection when the director sent an email requesting the change be added to the permit.
In plain English: The center must tell the state in writing before making certain changes, such as moving, adding or reducing indoor or outdoor space, adding a pool, changing the ages served or the hours of operation, or offering new services like transportation or field trips. Advance notice is also required for a planned closure of five or more days in a row (other than national holidays), going out of business, or a change in ownership. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Sep 29, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Sep 18, 2022 · Investigation (report)
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information gathered throughout the investigation the operation is being cited for good judgement when the caregiver was sharing one cup of water between the children as well as feeding children food from their mouth.
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:
- Nov 15, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Nov 30, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Sep 18, 2022 · Investigation (report)
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Based on the information gathered throughout the investigation the operation is being cited for the caregiver not serving the food to the children in a sanitary matter when the caregiver feed the children food from their mouth and shared one cup of water between the children.
In plain English: Food and drinks must be stored, prepared, and served in sanitary conditions, including sanitizing dishes and utensils after each use, serving food on plates or other clean holders rather than a bare table, and covering food stored in the refrigerator. Caregivers with open wounds or casts may not prepare food, foods that infants and toddlers could choke on may not be served, and cleaning supplies and toxic materials may not be stored with food. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 15, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Nov 30, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
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Medium Low · Mar 3, 2022 · Assessment
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 Survey data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required. Note: the operation reported the number of employees who left in 2021 on 2/25/22.
In plain English: The center must tell the state in writing within five days when its designee, the head of its governing body, their address, or its director changes. Each year by January 15, it must report online how many employees stopped working there during the previous year. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 3, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Mar 3, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
I observe caregiver present missing current fingerprint 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:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 9, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
The address was missing for emergency contact on 10 children records evaluated.
In plain English: Before admitting a child, the center must collect set information, including the child's name and birth date, how to reach the parents, an emergency contact for when parents can't be reached, the people allowed to pick up the child, and permission to get emergency medical care. It must also record the child's special care needs, any allergies with a food allergy emergency plan if needed, and permission for transportation, field trips, or water activities if the center offers them. Official rule text · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 19, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 2, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
I did not observe an operating carbon monoxide in building.
Official text of rule 746.5531
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 23, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 12, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes