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Registered Child Care Home · Houston, TX 77099

Hong Thai Nguyen

Operation name as registered with Texas HHSC, permit no. 1825240.

Between Nov 10, 2025 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Hong Thai Nguyen for 15 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 2 routine inspections; 3 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 747.207 (2 times, most recently Dec 11, 2025).

The state lists Hong Thai Nguyen as serving toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 06:00 AM to 08:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat). Programs on file: Meals Provided, Snacks Provided, Weekend Care.

What rules a registered child care home follows

Registered child care homes in Texas care for up to 6 children in the caregiver’s own residence, plus up to 6 more school-age children after school (12 at most). They follow the Minimum Standards in Chapter 747 and get an unannounced state inspection at least once every two years. The state lists Hong Thai Nguyen with a capacity of 12.

Violations by state risk weight

Of the 15 violations at Hong Thai Nguyen, 3 fall under rules Texas weights High and 10 under Medium High; the state sets each rule’s weight by the risk a violation poses to children. How weights work

WeightViolationsShare
High320%
Medium High1067%
Medium213%
Medium Low00%
Low00%

Compared with other Houston registered child care homes

Hong Thai Nguyen had 15 violations since Nov 10, 2025, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 6 across Houston’s 355 registered child care homes, and 7.5 per routine inspection against a median of 2.2 — a count of state records, not a rating.

Violations since Nov 10, 2025: Hong Thai Nguyen 15, Houston five-year median 6This daycare15Houston median6

Repeat issues

4 rules were cited more than once at Hong Thai Nguyen since Nov 10, 2025.

RuleTimesWhat the rule covers
747.207
Medium High		2The primary caregiver of a child-care home must set and follow policies that meet the standards, make sure assistants, substitutes, and household members follow the rules that apply to them, start required background checks, and report suspected abuse directly to the state hotline. The caregiver must also let parents visit any time during operating hours without prior approval and never go over the home's licensed or registered capacity. Official rule text
Most recent: Dec 11, 2025 · first: Nov 10, 2025
747.5003
Medium High		2The home's written emergency plan must explain how children will be evacuated, relocated, or sheltered and locked down, including children under 24 months and those who need extra help, and how every child will be accounted for. It must also cover how the home will contact authorities and parents, bring each child's emergency contacts and medical authorization, keep caring for children until they are picked up, and reunite them with parents. Official rule text
Most recent: Dec 11, 2025 · first: Nov 10, 2025
747.2405
Medium High		2Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Enough Available
Most recent: Nov 10, 2025 · first: Nov 10, 2025
747.5007
Medium High		2Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside
Most recent: Nov 10, 2025 · first: Nov 10, 2025

Year by year

Routine inspections and violations per year at Hong Thai Nguyen, 2025 to 20262152025002026
YearRoutine inspectionsAll state visitsViolations
2025 (from Nov 10)2215
2026000

Every state visit

2 visits on record since Nov 10, 2025, newest first, including visits that found nothing.

DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Dec 11, 2025Inspection92
Nov 10, 2025Inspection104313

All 15 violations, newest first

Medium High · Dec 11, 2025 · Inspection

747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures

The emergency preparedness plan did not include procedures for evacuating and relocating children who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 15, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 22, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Dec 11, 2025 · Inspection

747.207(1) - Policies Comply with Rules

The operational policies provided for review during today's inspection was missing the following policies: Procedures for the release of children. Illness and exclusion criteria. Procedures for dispensing medication or a statement that medication is not dispensed. Procedures for handling medical emergencies. Discipline and Guidance policy. Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activities. Parents Rights

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 15, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 19, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.2505(2) - Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Enough Available

The operation does not have age-appropriate activities for the children to engage in.

Official text of rule 747.2505

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.5007(3) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location

The evacuation and relocation diagram did not show the designated location outside where all adults and children meet.

Official text of rule 747.5007

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

During today's inspection the following was observed: Medication stored near an area designated for childcare use. Cleaning supplies stored in areas designated for childcare use. A mop bucket filled with water was observed outdoors. A handsaw was stored in area that would be accessible to children. Unmarked glass on sliding doors. A propane tank was installed in the kitchen and used for indoor cooking. A treadmill was stored in an area designated for childcare use.

In plain English: All areas children can reach in the home must be free of hazards. The rule lists examples such as childproof covers on outlets for children under five, heaters and fans mounted out of reach or guarded, poisonous plants kept out of reach, and pools, buckets, and other water kept away from children. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.5111 - Smoke-Detection System

The home is not equipped with a working smoke-detection system.

In plain English: The child-care home must have a working smoke-detection system, either an electronic alarm and smoke detection system or individual electric or battery-operated smoke detectors in each room children use. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 1, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.207(1) - Policies Comply with Rules

The operational policies provided for review during today's inspection was missing the following policies: Procedures for the release of children. Illness and exclusion criteria. Procedures for dispensing medication or a statement that medication is not dispensed. Procedures for handling medical emergencies. Discipline and Guidance policy. Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activities. Parents Rights

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers

The fire extinguisher was observed on the floor still in its box.

In plain English: Fire extinguishers must be mounted on the wall with a hanger or bracket, with the top no higher than five feet and the bottom at least four inches above the floor, unless the fire marshal or manufacturer gives different instructions. They must be readily available for immediate use by household members and caregivers. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 1, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

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

A request for background check has not been submitted for one household member.

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:
Nov 10, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures

The emergency preparedness plan did not include procedures for evacuating and relocating children who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No
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Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.2405(2) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Enough Available

The operation does not have activities for children to engage in.

Official text of rule 747.2405

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.5331 - Registered or Licensed Child-Care Home Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System, unless located in a School Facility

The home was not equipped with a working carbon detection system. Note: This was corrected during the inspection when the applicant unboxed a carbon detection system and installed it in the home.

Official text of rule 747.5331

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Nov 10, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.2405(1) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate

The operation does not have age-appropriate nap or rest items for children.

Official text of rule 747.2405

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.5007(4) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside

The evacuation and relocation diagram did not show the designated location inside the home where all adults and children take shelter from threatening weather.

Official text of rule 747.5007

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection

747.4305 - Storage for Individual Belongings

There is no space designated for individual storage of items.

Official text of rule 747.4305

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

What to ask on a visit

Based on the kinds of rules cited at Hong Thai Nguyen:

Licensing, postings, and management

Emergency drills and plans

Fire inspections and fire equipment

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Source and corrections

This page reports the state’s records for Hong Thai Nguyen; 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).