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Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77073

Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center

607 E RICHEY RD STE D, Houston, TX 77073 · (281) 869-4770 · State permit no. 1603356

Between Oct 20, 2021 and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center for 34 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 18 routine inspections and 3 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 8 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.1203 (4 times, most recently Feb 15, 2024).

The state lists Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 06:00 AM to 06:30 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). 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, Field Trips. Program type: Child Care Program.

Violations by state risk weight

Of the 34 violations at Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center, 8 fall under rules Texas weights High and 13 under Medium High; the state sets each rule’s weight by the risk a violation poses to children. How weights work

WeightViolationsShare
High824%
Medium High1338%
Medium926%
Medium Low412%
Low00%

Compared with other Houston licensed child care centers

Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center had 34 violations in five years, more than the median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 1.3 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.

Violations in five years: Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center 34, Houston five-year median 11This daycare34Houston median11

Repeat issues

8 rules were cited more than once at Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center in the last five years.

RuleTimesWhat the rule covers
746.1203
Medium High		4Caregivers must know and follow the state minimum standards and supervise children at all times. They must not be pulled away by tasks unrelated to caring for children, such as paperwork, janitorial work, or personal use of phones and other devices, and must pass along each child's information and parent instructions to the next shift. Official rule text · rule revised March 2023
Most recent: Feb 15, 2024 · first: Nov 9, 2021
746.605
Medium High		4Before 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
Most recent: Feb 15, 2024 · first: Nov 9, 2021
746.901
Medium		4The center must keep a file at the center for each employee, caregiver, substitute, and volunteer, available during operating hours. It must include items such as start and end dates, proof of age and education qualifications, the required state affidavit forms (Forms 2985 and 2912), training records, proof that background checks were requested, and a copy of a photo ID. Official rule text · rule revised August 2024
Most recent: Nov 23, 2021 · first: Nov 9, 2021
746.1201
High		2Every 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
Most recent: Feb 15, 2024 · first: Oct 3, 2022
746.5605
High		2Children must be loaded and unloaded at the curb or in a protected parking area or driveway, and a child may not cross a street without an adult. Staff must account for every child getting out before leaving the vehicle unattended, and a child may never be left alone in a vehicle. Official rule text
Most recent: Oct 3, 2022 · first: Oct 3, 2022
746.3819
Medium High		2For 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
Most recent: Nov 23, 2021 · first: Nov 9, 2021
746.603
Medium		2The 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: Nov 23, 2021 · first: Nov 9, 2021
746.801
Medium		2The 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
Most recent: Nov 23, 2021 · first: Nov 9, 2021

Year by year

Routine inspections and violations per year at Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center, 2021 to 20262182021382022502023662024122025102026
YearRoutine inspectionsAll state visitsViolations
2021 (from Oct 20)2218
2022348
2023550
2024676
2025122
2026110

Every state visit

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

DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Feb 17, 2026Inspection113None
Feb 25, 2025Inspection2461
Jan 21, 2025Assessment11
Oct 3, 2024Inspection1029None
Apr 2, 2024Inspection—None
Mar 28, 2024Inspection3None
Mar 6, 2024Inspection1None
Feb 23, 2024Inspection11
Feb 16, 2024Inspection3None
Feb 15, 2024Investigation (report)65
Oct 12, 2023Inspection862None
Jun 1, 2023Inspection425None
Show 9 earlier visits
DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Mar 30, 2023Inspection333None
Mar 2, 2023Inspection—None
Feb 21, 2023Inspection194None
Nov 17, 2022Inspection4None
Oct 26, 2022Inspection1None
Oct 13, 2022Inspection7064
Oct 3, 2022Investigation (report)74
Nov 23, 2021Inspection137
Nov 9, 2021Inspection65711

All 34 violations, newest first

5 rules cited at Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center 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 · Feb 25, 2025 · Inspection

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

Feeding instructions could not be observed for 4month infant during inspection.

In plain English: For an infant who is not yet eating table food, the center must get written feeding instructions signed and dated by a parent or health-care professional, and must follow them. The center must review and update the instructions with the parent every 30 days until the infant can eat table food. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 28, 2025
Correction verified:
Feb 26, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium Low · Jan 21, 2025 · Assessment

746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

The center did not report the number of employees that left employment in 2024 by the required date of 1/15/25.

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:
Jan 24, 2025
Correction verified:
Jan 22, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Feb 23, 2024 · Inspection

746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers

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.

In plain English: Infant care must include regular care by the same caregiver when possible, individual attention such as talking, playing, and holding, comforting infants who are upset, and prompt attention to feeding and diapering. The area must be kept free of objects infants or toddlers could choke on, and an infant may never be left unsupervised. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 23, 2024
Correction verified:
Mar 6, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Feb 15, 2024 · Investigation (report)

746.605(4) - Required Admission Information - Parents' Information

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.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 21, 2024
Correction verified:
Mar 22, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Feb 15, 2024 · Investigation (report)

746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep

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.

In plain English: Children are not required to sleep at rest time. Caregivers may not force a child to sleep, put anything in or on a child's head or body to make the child rest or sleep, or confine a child in a restrictive device to make the child rest or sleep. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 14, 2024
Correction verified:
Mar 28, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Feb 15, 2024 · Investigation (report)

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 14, 2024
Correction verified:
Mar 28, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Feb 15, 2024 · Investigation (report)

746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 3 caregivers engaged in personal use of cell phones during naptime.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 14, 2024
Correction verified:
Mar 28, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium Low · Feb 15, 2024 · Investigation (report)

746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission

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.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 21, 2024
Correction verified:
Mar 22, 2024
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Oct 13, 2022 · Inspection

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

Infant caregiver cpr/first aid exipred 8/7/2022.

In plain English: Each caregiver and the center director must hold a current certificate in pediatric first aid (including rescue breathing and choking) and in pediatric CPR. A new caregiver may work with children before getting the CPR certificate, but at least one employee or caregiver with a current pediatric CPR certificate must be on the premises whenever children are in care. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Oct 27, 2022
Correction verified:
Oct 17, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Oct 13, 2022 · Inspection

746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training

Director current tranportation training could not be observed. Last transportation traning observed dated for 7/10/2021.

In plain English: New employees must complete orientation within seven days and before being alone with children, and caregivers must complete 24 hours of pre-service training (8 hours before being counted in the ratio and 16 more within 90 days) unless exempt. Caregivers and the director must complete pediatric first aid within 90 days and before being alone with children, and pediatric CPR within 90 days, keep both current, complete annual training every 12 months (24 hours for caregivers, 30 for the director), and take extra yearly training if they transport children under nine or take children to a pool. Official rule text (single-rule page) · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Oct 27, 2022
Correction verified:
Oct 17, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes
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High · Oct 13, 2022 · Inspection

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children

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.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Oct 13, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Oct 13, 2022 · Inspection

746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced

Fire extingusher was observed last serviced in Feb 2021.

In plain English: The director or a designee must inspect the fire extinguishers every month and record the date and the employee's name. Extinguishers must be serviced as the manufacturer or the fire marshal requires. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Oct 21, 2022
Correction verified:
Oct 17, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Oct 3, 2022 · Investigation (report)

746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 10, 2022
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Oct 3, 2022 · Investigation (report)

746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

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.

In plain English: The center must tell the state licensing office as soon as possible, and within two days, about events such as a child injury that needs medical treatment or hospitalization, an illness that needs hospitalization, a reportable disease, the arrest or criminal charge of a person who needs a background check, or any unusual situation that puts a child at risk, such as a child left in a vehicle or wandering off. A child's death in care must be reported immediately. Official rule text · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 10, 2022
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Oct 3, 2022 · Investigation (report)

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

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 10, 2022
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Oct 3, 2022 · Investigation (report)

746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 10, 2022
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Nov 23, 2021 · Inspection

746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 23, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 23, 2021 · Inspection

746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities

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.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 23, 2021 · Inspection

746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 30, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium Low · Nov 23, 2021 · Inspection

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised August 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 30, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 24, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 23, 2021 · Inspection

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 3, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 30, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 23, 2021 · Inspection

746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours

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.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised August 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 17, 2021
Correction verified:
Dec 20, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Nov 23, 2021 · Inspection

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

Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 3, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 30, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 12, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 30, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages

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.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 15, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 12, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 30, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors

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.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 16, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

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

The most recent CPSC form was dated 01/02/2019. The operation had not reviewed current recalled items on the CPSC website.

In plain English: The center must check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall list and keep recalled children's products out of the center, except antiques or items being repaired that children cannot use or reach. Each year it must certify in writing on a state form that it has done this, and it must post a notice telling parents and staff how to find the recall list. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 12, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium Low · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised August 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 12, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies

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.

In plain English: The center must keep certain items posted at all times, including its license, the letter or form from its most recent licensing inspection or investigation, its emergency evacuation diagram, each group's activity plan, the daily menu, and a list of current employees' first and last names. It must also post required state notices and phone numbers and a list of children's food allergies that need an emergency plan. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 12, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules

The operation had no documentation on the cribs utilized. The operation did not have the manufacturers instructions for the cribs utilized

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:
No
Correction date:
Nov 19, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours

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.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised August 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 19, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

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

Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 23, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 30, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

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.

In plain English: The center must clean, repair, and maintain its building, grounds, and equipment to protect children's health. This includes sanitizing toys that children put in their mouths, keeping garbage out of children's reach, keeping floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair, and labeling cleaning supplies and storing them away from food and out of children's reach. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 23, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 23, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

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