Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77036
Between Mar 11, 2024 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Kids Klub Learning Center for 39 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 11 routine inspections and 2 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 7 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.3317 (4 times, most recently Oct 27, 2025).
The state lists Kids Klub Learning Center as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 06:30 AM to 07:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Part Time Care, Transportation to/from School. Program type: Child Care Program.
Of the 39 violations at Kids Klub Learning Center, 7 fall under rules Texas weights High and 18 under Medium High; the state sets each rule’s weight by the risk a violation poses to children. How weights work
| Weight | Violations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| High | 7 | 18% |
| Medium High | 18 | 46% |
| Medium | 12 | 31% |
| Medium Low | 0 | 0% |
| Low | 2 | 5% |
Kids Klub Learning Center had 39 violations since Mar 11, 2024, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 3.4 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.
13 rules were cited more than once at Kids Klub Learning Center since Mar 11, 2024.
| Rule | Times | What the rule covers |
|---|---|---|
| 746.3317 Medium High | 4 | 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 Most recent: Oct 27, 2025 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| 746.201 Medium High | 3 | 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 Most recent: Apr 12, 2024 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| 746.2505 Medium | 2 | Toddler areas must have age-appropriate seats, tables, and nap equipment, enough popular toys that toddlers are not forced to compete for them, and low shelves or containers they can reach on their own. Bottles and training cups must be labeled or assigned to each toddler and cleaned and sanitized between uses, and toddlers may never sleep or walk around with them. Official rule text Most recent: Oct 27, 2025 · first: Aug 1, 2024 |
| 746.2909 Medium High | 2 | Cots and mats must not block entrances or exits, must not be left out where they get in the way of other activities, and must leave enough room for caregivers to walk and work between them. Each child and caregiver must be able to reach a walkway without stepping on or over other children's cots or mats, and the setup must let the caregiver supervise every child in the group. Official rule text Most recent: Oct 27, 2025 · first: Oct 27, 2025 |
| 746.2911 Medium High | 2 | Caregivers may dim the lights during naptime, but there must be enough light to see every child in the group at all times. The rule counts lighting as enough if a person entering the room can see without waiting for their eyes to adjust. Official rule text Most recent: Oct 27, 2025 · first: Jun 27, 2024 |
| 746.4003 Medium | 2 | Each first-aid kit must hold a first-aid guide, adhesive tape, antiseptic, adhesive bandages, scissors, sterile gauze pads, a thermometer, tweezers, and waterproof disposable gloves. None of the supplies may be expired. Official rule text Most recent: Oct 27, 2025 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| 746.1301 Medium High | 2 | 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) Most recent: Apr 28, 2025 · first: Sep 24, 2024 |
| 746.603 Medium | 2 | The 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: Apr 28, 2025 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| 746.901 Medium | 2 | The 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: Sep 24, 2024 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| 746.3407 High | 2 | 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 Most recent: Aug 1, 2024 · first: Jun 27, 2024 |
| 746.1045 Low | 2 | Education Outside of U.S. Most recent: Apr 12, 2024 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| 746.1205 High | 2 | Each 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: Mar 11, 2024 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| 746.3701 Medium High | 2 | All areas children can reach 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, pools, buckets, and other water kept away from children, and TVs anchored so they cannot tip over. Official rule text · rule revised September 2024 Most recent: Mar 11, 2024 · first: Mar 11, 2024 |
| Year | Routine inspections | All state visits | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 (from Mar 11) | 7 | 9 | 29 |
| 2025 | 4 | 4 | 10 |
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
13 visits on record since Mar 11, 2024, newest first, including visits that found nothing.
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | Inspection | 6 | None |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Inspection | 616 | 6 |
| May 16, 2025 | Inspection | 4 | None |
| Apr 28, 2025 | Inspection | 653 | 4 |
| Sep 24, 2024 | Inspection | 356 | 2 |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Inspection | 396 | 2 |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Inspection | 509 | 5 |
| Apr 16, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Apr 12, 2024 | Assessment | 2 | 2 |
| Apr 5, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Apr 1, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 1 | None |
| Mar 19, 2024 | Inspection | 6 | 1 |
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2024 | Inspection | 1252 | 17 |
2 rules cited at Kids Klub Learning 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 High · Oct 27, 2025 · Inspection
There was not adequate lighting in the main naptime room during inspection.
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Medium High · Oct 27, 2025 · Inspection
There was not sufficient walkway between a table and cot near the entrance of the room during naptime.
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Medium High · Oct 27, 2025 · Inspection
There was uncovered food in the refrigerator.
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Medium · Oct 27, 2025 · Inspection
There were sippy cups and other cups that were not properly labeled.
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Medium · Oct 27, 2025 · Inspection
First aide kit in the transport vehicle was missing the following items: Tweezers and a thermometer. NOTE: Directorwas able to replace the tweezers at inspection.
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Medium High · Oct 27, 2025 · Inspection
A cot was blocking a walkway from one area of the room to another. There was no space to walk around.
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Medium · Apr 28, 2025 · Inspection
Children records were incomplete in the following areas: Two children were missing the date of admission, one child was missing authorization for water activities, and one child was missing a health statement signed by a medical profesional
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Medium High · Apr 28, 2025 · Inspection
Caregiver with no previous experience with children under five years old did not have at least 8 hours of pre-service.
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High · Apr 28, 2025 · Inspection
Child had two toys in their crib while they were asleep.
In plain English: Centers may not use baby walkers, doorway jumpers, accordion gates, toys small enough to swallow or choke on, or bean bags, waterbeds, or foam pads as sleeping equipment for infants. For an infant younger than 12 months, the crib or play yard must be bare except for a tight-fitting sheet and, if used, a thin, tight-fitting mattress cover made for that mattress. Official rule text
Medium · Apr 28, 2025 · Inspection
Education obtained outside the United States was not translated into english.
Official text of rule 746.1111
Medium High · Sep 24, 2024 · Inspection
Caregiver was missing the following annual trainings: At least six clock hours of the annual training hours must be in one or more of the following topics: (1)Child growth and development (2)Guidance and discipline (3)Age-appropriate curriculum (4)Teacher-child interaction. (c) At least one clock hour of the annual training hours must focus on prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment, including: (1)Factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect (2)Warning signs indicating a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect (3)Procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect (4)Community organizations that have training programs available to employees, children, and parents. (e)While there are no clock hour requirements for the topics in this subsection, the annual training hours must also include training on the following topics: (1)Emergency preparedness (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations (3)Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with ?746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?) (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?). (f) The remaining annual training hours must be in one or more of the following topics: (1)Care of children with special needs (2)Child health (for example, nutrition and physical activity) (3)Safety (4)Risk management (5)Identification and care of ill children (6)Cultural diversity for children and families (7)Professional development (for example, effective communication with families and time and stress management) (8)Topics relevant to the particular age group the caregiver is assigned (for example, caregivers assigned to an infant or toddler group should receive training on biting and toilet training) (9)Planning developmentally appropriate learning activities
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Medium · Sep 24, 2024 · Inspection
Personnel files were in complete. One employee did not have a signed pre employment affidavit, notarized affidavit of employment, Signed receipt of operational and personnel policies, or signed receipt of orientation.
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Medium High · Aug 1, 2024 · Inspection
There was a dead cat in the corridor leading to the one of the two exits from the outdoor play area.
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Medium · Aug 1, 2024 · Inspection
Two toddler training cups were observed with no labels in dining area.
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Medium High · Jun 27, 2024 · Inspection
Classroom was too dark during naptime. Inspector could not see and had to wait for eyes to adjust.
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Medium · Jun 27, 2024 · Inspection
Sleeping cots in use were observed to be without name labels or labeling system.
In plain English: Each walking child through age four must have an individual waterproof or washable cot, bed, or mat to sleep or rest on, provided by the center or the parent. Each must be labeled with the child's name (or a number with an assignment map), and floor mats must be marked so the sleeping side can be told apart from the floor side. Official rule text
Medium High · Jun 27, 2024 · Inspection
Food was observed to be left out in microwaves and on toaster ovens past meal times.
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High · Jun 27, 2024 · Inspection
In the corridor heading to outdoor play area, warped fencing and exposed and protruding nails were observed.
In plain English: Indoor and outdoor play equipment must be arranged so caregivers can watch children at all times, used as the manufacturer directs, and anchored so it cannot tip or move. It may not have openings that can trap a child or catch clothing, or exposed pinch, crush, or shear points; climbing equipment and swings may not sit over bare asphalt or concrete, and raised platforms and steps need barriers or handrails as the rule specifies. Official rule text
High · Jun 27, 2024 · Inspection
Disinfecting wipes were observed to be directly adjacent to changing table cushion.
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Low · Apr 12, 2024 · Assessment
As of today April 12th, 2024 the operation has not submitted documentation for 2 caregivers who have education documents written in a foreign language that have not been translated to English.
Official text of rule 746.1045
Medium High · Apr 12, 2024 · Assessment
As of today April 12th, 2024. The operation has not designated a qualified director.
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Medium High · Mar 19, 2024 · Inspection
Observed a stick of cheese placed in a basket in the Pre-Kindergarten classroom during the inspection which is required to be refrigerated. Note: The cheese stick was disposed of during the inspection.
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Medium · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
Documentation showing the dates of when the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors were last tested was not available 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
Medium High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
Observed 2 fire extinguishers that were not mounted on the wall during the inspection and was placed on a window seal.
Official text of rule 746.5305
Medium High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
The operation has not designated a qualified director.
Plain-English explanation above
High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
The initial fire inspection has not been conducted for the daycare center.
In plain English: The 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
High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
The operational policies do not include the following information: - Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in subchapter H of this chapter - Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity (A-G) - Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.
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Medium · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
The outoor play area contains one of two required exits. One exit leads into the infant room.
Official text of rule 746.4307
Medium High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
The director did not have documentation of current CPR and First Aid Training available for review.
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
Low · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
One caregivers education documentationw as written in a foreign language that has not been translated to English.
Official text of rule 746.1045
Medium High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
Children were observed sitting on tables, and with no structured activities during the inspection.
In plain English: Caregivers 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
Medium High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
Electrical outlets were not covered in the generalized area where children were observed. Note: The director placed an outlet cover over the outlet during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
A caregiver stated here were 7 children in care when there were 9 children accounted for during he inspection.
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Medium · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
The first aid kit in the daycare vehicle does not contain scissors or tweezers.
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Medium · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
One caregivers file did not contain documentation of a how they meet the minimum education requirement.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised August 2024
Medium · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
Children's files evaluated were missing the following information: - Complete Emergency Contact Information - Complete Authorization for Emergency Medical Information - Signature from parent for receiving the operational policies. - Release Contact Information
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Medium High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
Observed expired milk stored in the refrigerator during the inspection.
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High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
During the inspection multiple issues regarding supervision were observed. - 3 Children were left unsupervised in the dining room area - 1 Child was left in the infant room unsupervised - 2 Caregivers left 9 children in the Toddler room and were not in physical proximity of children
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Medium High · Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
Observed a table in the prekindergarten classroom with a broken leg. The table leg was missing a height adjustment screw and was unstable. The tarp covering the fence in the outdoor play area is torn and a broken hookah hoop was observed. Observed a bottle of brake fluid, a small pepper spray on a key chain and vape pen in the vehicle the operation uses for transporting children.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
Based on the kinds of rules cited at Kids Klub Learning Center:
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Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).