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Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77088

Inwood Daycare & Learning Center

8021 ANTOINE DR STE A, Houston, TX 77088 · (281) 741-1743 · State permit no. 1798525

Between Jul 3, 2024 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Inwood Daycare & Learning Center for 33 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 27 routine inspections and 9 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 13 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.1205 (4 times, most recently May 12, 2026).

The state lists Inwood Daycare & Learning 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 33 violations at Inwood Daycare & Learning Center, 13 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
High1339%
Medium High1030%
Medium1030%
Medium Low00%
Low00%

Compared with other Houston licensed child care centers

Inwood Daycare & Learning Center had 33 violations since Jul 3, 2024, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 0.9 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.

Violations since Jul 3, 2024: Inwood Daycare & Learning Center 33, Houston five-year median 11This daycare33Houston median11

Repeat issues

5 rules were cited more than once at Inwood Daycare & Learning Center since Jul 3, 2024.

RuleTimesWhat the rule covers
746.1205
High		4Each caregiver must know which children they are responsible for, how many there are, and each child's name and age. The caregiver must stay close enough to see or hear what each child is doing, as the situation calls for, and be able to step in when needed. Official rule text
Most recent: May 12, 2026 · first: Sep 5, 2024
746.5101
High		3The center must have a fire inspection by a state or local fire marshal before its first permit is issued and at least once every 12 months. Centers in public school buildings run by the local school district are exempt, and if no inspection is available the center must get written proof of that from a fire marshal or county judge. Official rule text
Most recent: Sep 29, 2025 · first: Jul 3, 2024
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: Dec 22, 2025 · first: Feb 10, 2025
746.1203
Medium High		2Caregivers 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
Most recent: Sep 5, 2024 · first: Aug 28, 2024
746.5613
Medium High		2One Seat Belt Per Person
Most recent: Sep 5, 2024 · first: Aug 28, 2024

Year by year

Routine inspections and violations per year at Inwood Daycare & Learning Center, 2024 to 2026720202411112025922026
YearRoutine inspectionsAll state visitsViolations
2024 (from Jul 3)71020
2025111611
20269102

Every state visit

36 visits on record since Jul 3, 2024, newest first, including visits that found nothing.

DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Oct 13, 2026Inspection2None
Sep 21, 2026Inspection629Pending with the state
Jul 7, 2026Inspection1None
May 19, 2026Inspection1None
May 13, 2026Inspection—None
May 12, 2026Investigation (report)42
Mar 5, 2026Inspection2None
Feb 5, 2026Inspection—None
Jan 13, 2026Inspection—None
Jan 5, 2026Inspection123None
Dec 31, 2025Investigation (report)92
Dec 22, 2025Inspection5303
Show 24 earlier visits
DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Nov 14, 2025Inspection463None
Sep 29, 2025Inspection2731
Jul 18, 2025Inspection2None
May 19, 2025Inspection—None
May 13, 2025Investigation (report)4None
May 8, 2025Investigation (report)52
Apr 10, 2025Inspection—None
Apr 8, 2025Investigation (report)2None
Apr 3, 2025Inspection343None
Mar 17, 2025Inspection1None
Feb 28, 2025Inspection3None
Feb 10, 2025Inspection8162
Jan 28, 2025Investigation (report)4None
Jan 3, 2025Inspection3251
Nov 6, 2024Inspection541
Oct 14, 2024Inspection1None
Sep 17, 2024Inspection4None
Sep 6, 2024Investigation (report)54
Sep 5, 2024Inspection65
Sep 3, 2024Investigation (report)4None
Aug 28, 2024Inspection33
Aug 16, 2024Investigation (report)3None
Jul 30, 2024Inspection31
Jul 3, 2024Inspection12536

“Pending”: the state has not posted the outcome.

All 33 violations, newest first

High · May 12, 2026 · Investigation (report)

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity

During the investigation inspection, it was revealed that a child left the classroom through the exit door and was outside the operation without supervision.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 13, 2026
Correction verified:
May 19, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · May 12, 2026 · Investigation (report)

746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk

The operation failed to immediately inform the parent after an incident occurred that placed their child at risk.

In plain English: The center must tell a parent immediately if there is an allegation that their child was abused or neglected in care, or after the child has an injury needing medical treatment, an illness needing hospitalization, an emergency allergic reaction that required a stock epinephrine auto-injector, a situation such as a fire, flood, or severe-weather damage at the center, or another unusual situation that put the child at risk. Minor injuries such as small cuts or bites must be reported at pickup; the parents of every child at the center must get written notice within 48 hours of a reportable disease in a child or employee, and the parents of a group must get written notice within 48 hours of a lice or other infestation outbreak in that group. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jun 10, 2026
Correction verified:
Jun 11, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Dec 31, 2025 · Investigation (report)

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity

Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered from inspections and interviews, there was sufficient evidence to determine deficiencies related to the allegations. A child was left unsupervised on the playground.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 20, 2026
Correction verified:
Mar 5, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Dec 31, 2025 · Investigation (report)

746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered from inspections and interviews, there was sufficient evidence to determine deficiencies related to this investigation regarding prohibited punishment. A caregiver pulled, grabbed on a child, yelled at children in care, threaten and placed fear on a child by use of an instrument by using a shoe in one hand.

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:
Feb 18, 2026
Correction verified:
Mar 5, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Dec 22, 2025 · Inspection

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

One child's file lacked the updated immunization record for the child's age. This was corrected at the inspection when the parent submitted the updated record.

Plain-English explanation above

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

Medium · Dec 22, 2025 · Inspection

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

The required annual training on the following topics had not been completed by the director. The required training topics are 2. communicable diseases to include immunizations.

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:
Jan 7, 2026
Correction verified:
Dec 29, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Dec 22, 2025 · Inspection

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

The required annual training on the following topics had not been completed by 2 caregivers. The required training topics are 3. administering medication.

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:
Jan 7, 2026
Correction verified:
Dec 29, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Sep 29, 2025 · Inspection

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

There was no annual fire inspection report available. The last fire inspection report was 8/22/24.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Oct 2, 2025
Correction verified:
Oct 10, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · May 8, 2025 · Investigation (report)

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

Based on the information obtained by DFPS, there is sufficient evidence to determine that the director did not ensure the center complied with the Minimum Standards when the staff did not realize the child had been outside.

In plain English: The director must make sure the center's daily operation and all employees follow the minimum standards, that staff assignments match their skills and training, and that employees are supervised. Caregivers may not be regularly scheduled for more than ten hours of direct child care in a 24-hour period, and qualified substitutes must be called in when needed to meet the standards. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jul 15, 2025
Correction verified:
Jul 18, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · May 8, 2025 · Investigation (report)

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity

Based on the investigation conducted by DFPS, there is sufficient evidence to determine supervision was inadequate as a child left the operation and located by a passerby.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jul 15, 2025
Correction verified:
Jul 18, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes
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Medium High · Feb 10, 2025 · Inspection

746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion

One caregiver's file lacked the educational documentation on file.

In plain English: Each caregiver must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma, a high school equivalent, or a high school certificate of coursework completion, in addition to meeting the standards for all employees. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 12, 2025
Correction verified:
Feb 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Feb 10, 2025 · Inspection

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

Two children's files lacked the updated immunization record for their respective ages, and one child's file lacked an immunization record. One child's immunization record was updated during the inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 24, 2025
Correction verified:
Feb 28, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Jan 3, 2025 · Inspection

746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment

The tables utilized for the children to eat lunch appeared as if they had not been cleaned and disinfected. This was corrected at the inspection when the director cleaned and disinfected the tables before lunch was served.

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:
Yes
Correction date:
Jan 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Nov 6, 2024 · Inspection

746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

Upon arrival to the operation, the television was on There was a child under 2 years in care. This was corrected at the inspection when the television was turned off after it was addressed by the inspector.

In plain English: Centers may not use screen time for children under two. For older children, screen time may only add to other activities, not replace them, and it must be tied to planned learning goals, age-appropriate, no more than one hour a day, free of ads and violence, and not used during meals, snacks, naps, or rest times. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Sep 6, 2024 · Investigation (report)

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

Based on the preponderance of the evidence obtained during the investigation conducted by DFPS, it was found that there was sufficient evidence to show that all the children were not accounted for when they exited the van to school.

In plain English: Children 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 1, 2024
Correction verified:
Nov 6, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Sep 6, 2024 · 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 found that there was sufficient evidence to show that a caregiver neglectfully supervised 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:
Nov 1, 2024
Correction verified:
Nov 6, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Sep 6, 2024 · Investigation (report)

746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

Based on the preponderance of the evidence obtained during the investigation conducted by DFPS, it was found that there was sufficient evidence to show that an incident report form was not shared with the parent.

In plain English: When the center fills out an incident or illness report for a child, it must give the parent a copy and get the parent's signature showing they reviewed or received it within 48 hours of the incident. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 1, 2024
Correction verified:
Nov 6, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Sep 6, 2024 · Investigation (report)

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

Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the vehicle used to transport to and from school which was not reported to Child Care Regulation.

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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 1, 2024
Correction verified:
Nov 6, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Sep 5, 2024 · Inspection

746.5613 - One Seat Belt Per Person

One vehicle used for transportation had 13 seat belts for the children to use. This vehicle transported 15 children. This left 2 children in total without a seatbelt.

Official text of rule 746.5613

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Sep 5, 2024
Correction verified:
Sep 17, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Sep 5, 2024 · Inspection

746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times

A notice was posted on a door that prohibited parents to enter to the classrooms. This was removed by the director.

In plain English: The permit holder must set and follow policies that meet the state minimum standards, name a qualified director who is responsible on site every day, make sure staff report suspected abuse directly to the state hotline, and keep the number of children in care within the licensed capacity. It must also let parents visit any time during operating hours without prior approval and follow the state child-care licensing law and rules. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Sep 5, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Sep 5, 2024 · Inspection

746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver

The written activity plan was not being followed.

In plain English: The center, the director, or each caregiver must write an activity plan that meets the state's content requirements, and the caregivers for each group must follow it. The plan must include every child in the group, including children with special care needs. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Sep 5, 2024
Correction verified:
Sep 17, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Sep 5, 2024 · Inspection

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity

Four school age children wandered away to the hallway. Two of the children were walking down the hallway between the toddler classrooms. Two children were in the infant room.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Sep 5, 2024
Correction verified:
Sep 17, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Sep 5, 2024 · Inspection

746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children

A caregiver was in care of children; as well as, administrative duties. The caregiver was reviewing an application. In addition, the caregiver was answering the door for parents at pick up.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Sep 5, 2024
Correction verified:
Sep 17, 2024
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Aug 28, 2024 · Inspection

746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children

A caregiver was in care of children; as well as, attending the front door, parents arrival, and prepping dinner.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Sep 3, 2024
Correction verified:
Sep 5, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Aug 28, 2024 · Inspection

746.5607(d) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Child 12 Years and Younger Must Not Ride in Front Seat

In one vehicle, a child aged 12 years old was sitting on the front passenger seat. In the other vehicle, a 10 year old child was sitting on the front passenger seat.

In plain English: Each child being transported must be secured in a car seat, booster seat, vest, harness, or seat belt that fits the child's age, height, and weight, meets federal crash-test standards, is installed per the maker's instructions, and has not expired, been damaged, or been in an accident. Children 12 and younger may not ride in the front seat. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Aug 29, 2024
Correction verified:
Sep 5, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Aug 28, 2024 · Inspection

746.5613 - One Seat Belt Per Person

One vehicle used for transportation had 10 seat belts. This vehicle transported 14 children. The other vehicle used for transportation had 9 seat belts. This vehicle transported 16 children. Each vehicle had a child in the front passenger seat. This left 9 children in total without a seatbelt.

Official text of rule 746.5613

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Aug 29, 2024
Correction verified:
Sep 5, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Jul 30, 2024 · Inspection

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

A fire inspection had not been conducted. The last fire inspection for previous owners was on 06/09/2023. Per the person in charge, the director was informed on it would be at least 2 weeks before an inspection is conducted.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Aug 9, 2024
Correction verified:
Aug 22, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Jul 3, 2024 · Inspection

746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely

Two seats in the last row of the van used for transportation lacked seat belts.

In plain English: The state does not regulate which type of vehicle a center uses to transport children, but it sorts vehicles into general purpose vehicles, small school buses, and large school buses for its other transportation rules. Every vehicle must be kept in "safe operating condition" at all times, in the rule's words. Official rule text

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

Medium High · Jul 3, 2024 · Inspection

746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)

The rotating equipment does not meet the use zone space. The use zone for the rotating playground equipment was less than 6 feet.

Official text of rule 746.4813

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jul 22, 2024
Correction verified:
Jul 24, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Jul 3, 2024 · Inspection

746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment

There are two areas on playground B that are less than 6 feet perimeter.

In plain English: The use zone around stationary play equipment (other than slides and soft contained play equipment) must extend at least six feet in every direction from the equipment's edge, and it may not overlap other use zones. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jul 22, 2024
Correction verified:
Jul 30, 2024
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Jul 3, 2024 · Inspection

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

A fire inspection had not been conducted. The last fire inspection for previous owners was on 06/09/2023.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jul 22, 2024
Correction verified:
Jul 30, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Jul 3, 2024 · Inspection

746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records

The admission forms used were outdated. The admission forms do not capture the required minimum standards changes of March 2023.

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:
Jul 22, 2024
Correction verified:
Jul 19, 2024
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Jul 3, 2024 · Inspection

746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies

There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies.

Official text of rule 746.5619

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jul 22, 2024
Correction verified:
Jul 11, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

What to ask on a visit

Based on the kinds of rules cited at Inwood Daycare & Learning Center:

Supervision and caregiver duties

Fire inspections and fire equipment

Transportation

Daily activities and screen time

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