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Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77099

Omega Academy of Excellence

11796 S GLEN DR, Houston, TX 77099 · (281) 495-1090 · State permit no. 1541821

Between Oct 20, 2021 and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Omega Academy of Excellence for 73 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 25 routine inspections and 5 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 20 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.1203 (6 times, most recently Apr 27, 2022).

The state lists Omega Academy of Excellence as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 06:00 AM to 06:00 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, Field Trips. Program type: Child Care Program.

Violations by state risk weight

Of the 73 violations at Omega Academy of Excellence, 20 fall under rules Texas weights High and 31 under Medium High; the state sets each rule’s weight by the risk a violation poses to children. How weights work

WeightViolationsShare
High2027%
Medium High3142%
Medium2129%
Medium Low11%
Low00%

Compared with other Houston licensed child care centers

Omega Academy of Excellence had 73 violations in five years, more than the median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 2.7 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.

Violations in five years: Omega Academy of Excellence 73, Houston five-year median 11This daycare73Houston median11

Repeat issues

15 rules were cited more than once at Omega Academy of Excellence in the last five years.

RuleTimesWhat the rule covers
746.1203
High		6Caregivers 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: Apr 27, 2022 · first: Nov 1, 2021
746.603
Medium		5The 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: Oct 20, 2022 · first: Mar 31, 2022
746.4501
Medium		4The 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
Most recent: May 19, 2023 · first: Nov 8, 2021
746.2411
Medium High		4Play yards (mesh or fabric-sided cribs) must be used as the manufacturer directs and must have a firm, flat, snug-fitting mattress made for that model with no added padding, snug-fitting sheets, secure hardware, sides that latch when raised, mesh openings of 1/4 inch or less, and a label with the infant's name or number. An infant may never be left in a play yard with a side folded down. Official rule text
Most recent: Mar 4, 2022 · first: Feb 9, 2022
746.5103
Medium High		4When a fire inspection is required, the center must keep a copy of the most recent fire inspection report, letter, or checklist at the center during operating hours. The report must show the inspection date and findings and include the inspector's name and phone number. Official rule text
Most recent: Feb 23, 2022 · first: Nov 1, 2021
746.3701
Medium High		3All 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: Oct 20, 2022 · first: Feb 9, 2022
746.1003
High		3The 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
Most recent: May 9, 2022 · first: Mar 31, 2022
745.621
High		3An operation must request a background check when it applies for a permit, hires someone, contracts with someone who needs a check, has a resident age 14 or older move in or a resident who is about to turn or has just turned 14, or learns of anyone else who needs a check. Checks must be renewed within five years for fingerprint-based checks or two years for name-based checks, and also when the person moves to another state or takes a role that requires fingerprints. Official rule text
Most recent: Apr 27, 2022 · first: Mar 31, 2022
746.631
Medium High		3The center must have a system that tracks each child's arrival and departure every day, with the child's name, the date and times, and the initials or unique code of the employee or parent. All caregivers must be able to use it to see which children are in care during their shift, at caregiver changes, and during an evacuation. Official rule text
Most recent: Apr 27, 2022 · first: Mar 31, 2022
746.2407
Medium High		3High chairs, swings, strollers, infant carriers, bouncer seats, and similar equipment used for infants must have straps, and the straps must be fastened whenever an infant is in the equipment. Official rule text
Most recent: Mar 4, 2022 · first: Feb 9, 2022
745.8641
High		2An operation on probation must meet every condition of its corrective action plan, correct the deficiencies and reduce risk, and keep following all other standards, rules, and laws. Unless it is a foster family home, it must also post the probation notice near all public entrances. Official rule text
Most recent: May 19, 2023 · first: Oct 20, 2022
746.3317
High		2Food 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: May 19, 2023 · first: Mar 31, 2022
746.1401
Medium High		2Substitutes, Volunteers and Contractors - Unqualified Not Left Alone with Children
Most recent: May 9, 2022 · first: Apr 27, 2022
746.201
Medium High		2The 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 · rule revised March 2023
Most recent: Apr 27, 2022 · first: Mar 31, 2022
746.1701
Medium		2Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Most recent: Mar 31, 2022 · first: Nov 1, 2021

Year by year

Routine inspections and violations per year at Omega Academy of Excellence, 2021 to 2026215202111522022942023112024012025202026
YearRoutine inspectionsAll state visitsViolations
2021 (from Oct 20)2215
2022111552
2023994
2024111
2025011
2026220

Every state visit

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

DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Mar 30, 2026Inspection1263None
Feb 23, 2026Inspection120None
Jan 28, 2025Assessment11
Feb 7, 2024Inspection1331
Aug 3, 2023Inspection437None
Jul 19, 2023Inspection326None
Jun 26, 2023Inspection300None
May 30, 2023Inspection4None
May 19, 2023Inspection3104
Apr 28, 2023Inspection345None
Mar 27, 2023Inspection313None
Feb 24, 2023Inspection248None
Show 18 earlier visits
DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Jan 23, 2023Inspection421None
Dec 21, 2022Inspection72None
Nov 15, 2022Inspection279None
Oct 20, 2022Inspection2493
Sep 9, 2022Inspection3501
Jun 10, 2022Assessment11
May 26, 2022Inspection3None
May 9, 2022Inspection112
May 5, 2022Assessment11
Apr 27, 2022Inspection1311
Apr 14, 2022Inspection106
Mar 31, 2022Inspection27610
Mar 4, 2022Assessment22
Feb 23, 2022Inspection83
Feb 9, 2022Inspection1111
Jan 27, 2022Assessment11
Nov 8, 2021Inspection61
Nov 1, 2021Inspection51014

All 73 violations, newest first

9 rules cited at Omega Academy of Excellence 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 Low · Jan 28, 2025 · Assessment

746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

The center did not report the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by 11:59 p.m. on January 15, 2025, as required.

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 31, 2025
Correction verified:
Feb 11, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Feb 7, 2024 · Inspection

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

The last fire inspection was conducted on 11/21/2022.

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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 23, 2024
Correction verified:
Mar 1, 2024
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · May 19, 2023 · Inspection

746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk

During this inspection I observed two and three year old children eating whole grapes.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 19, 2023
Correction verified:
May 30, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · May 19, 2023 · Inspection

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

During this inspection a child was observed standing in the chair of a five seat table. The safety straps were not fastened.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 19, 2023
Correction verified:
May 30, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · May 19, 2023 · Inspection

745.8641 - Requirements during probation

The operation is not compliant with the probation requirements by not maintaining supervision when a caregiver left children in a room unattended while getting another child from the bus.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 25, 2023
Correction verified:
May 30, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · May 19, 2023 · 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

During this inspection two children ages two and three years old were left unsupervised.

In plain English: 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 19, 2023
Correction verified:
May 30, 2023
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Oct 20, 2022 · Inspection

746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

Records were evaluated for seven children enrolled and the following was determined: -Three children needed a special needs statement. -Three children needed emergency contact such as name, address, and phone number. -One needed a health statement from the doctor.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Nov 15, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Oct 20, 2022 · Inspection

745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation

The children's records evaluation checklist was not available for review during the inspection. The personnel records evaluation checklist was not available for review during the inspection. Note: The personnel records evaluation checklist was completed during this inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Oct 20, 2022
Correction verified:
Nov 4, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Oct 20, 2022 · Inspection

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

During this inspection I observed the following on the outdoor playground: -Holes in the fence -Broken play equipment accessible to children.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 4, 2022
Correction verified:
Nov 4, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Sep 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

During this inspection I observed the following on the outdoor playground: -Holes in the fence -A broken entrance gate.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Sep 30, 2022
Correction verified:
Oct 20, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes
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Medium · Jun 10, 2022 · Assessment

746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: One child enrolled needs a special needs statement. Two children need a health statement. Emergency contact information such as name, address, and phone number is needed for three children enrolled.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jun 21, 2022
Correction verified:
Jun 20, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

High · May 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. The center director is not able to fulfill director duties due to being added to the classroom for ratio needs.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 9, 2022
Correction verified:
May 26, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · May 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.1401(f) - Substitutes, Volunteers and Contractors - Unqualified Not Left Alone with Children

A volunteer who does not meet caregiver qualifications was observed caring for a group of children alone.

Official text of rule 746.1401

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 9, 2022
Correction verified:
May 26, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · May 5, 2022 · Assessment

746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: Two children did not have an admission form on file. Eight children needed a special needs statement. Six children needed emergency contact information. Two children needed emergency care information. Three children needed a health statement.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
May 31, 2022
Correction verified:
Jun 10, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

Four children were observed sitting at an eight seat table. The safety straps were not used.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

The sign in and out log was reviewed during the follow up inspection and showed one child was not signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.901 - Required Personnel Records

A personnel files was not available for review for a volunteer who was observed caring for children.

In plain English: 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 29, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups

I observed a child drinking from a bottle while walking around the center.

In plain English: 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

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

The volunteer in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of each child in the classroom. The volunteer also did not have documentation showing the ages of each child.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. The center director is not able to fulfill director duties due to being added to the classroom for ratio needs.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

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

Upon arrival I observed four children sitting at an eight seat table. The children were left unsupervised while the caregiver in charge left the area to take three other children to the restroom. During the inspection children left the classroom area to retrieve chairs from another area. The children were not supervised when leaving the area.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

Five children were observed in the infant classroom ages 15 months, 15 months, 16 months, 16 months, and 3 years. The age difference between the youngest and oldest child is greater than 18 months.

In plain English: In a center with 13 or more children in care, infants may be grouped with older children only if the oldest child in the group is no more than 18 months older than the youngest. Centers with 12 or fewer children in care may combine ages under a separate rule. Official rule text · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules

The operation is not complying with laws and rules. The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies. The operation has had several deficiencies for background checks, ratio, infants not being safely strapped into their seats, daily sign in and out logs, and supervision. Several follow ups have had to been completed due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 27, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605

During the follow up inspection I observed a volunteer caring for a group of five children. A request for background check had not been submitted for the volunteer before she was allowed to care for the children.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 29, 2022
Correction verified:
May 3, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Apr 27, 2022 · Inspection

746.1401(g) - Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties

Orientation had not been completed for one volunteer who was observed caring for children.

Official text of rule 746.1401

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 29, 2022
Correction verified:
May 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Apr 14, 2022 · Inspection

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

A caregiver was observed caring for five children age 14 months- 2 years. The operation had not received an eligibility letter allowing the caregiver to be present.

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:
Apr 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Apr 14, 2022 · Inspection

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

Four children ages 14 months-15 months were observed sitting at an eight seat table. The safety straps were not used.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Apr 14, 2022 · Inspection

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

The sign in and out log was reviewed during the follow up inspection and showed fifteen of seventeen children were signed in. Note: The center director signed the two children in.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Apr 14, 2022 · Inspection

745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605

During the follow up inspection I observed a group of children playing on the playground. An individual without an eligible background was observed on the inside of the gated playground with direct access to the children.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 16, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Apr 14, 2022 · Inspection

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

A fourteen month old child was observed sleeping alone in a classroom.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Apr 14, 2022 · Inspection

746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: Two children did not have an admission form on file. Eight children needed a special needs statement. Six children needed emergency contact information. Two children needed emergency care information. Three children needed a health statement.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 28, 2022
Correction verified:
May 5, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children

The caregiver in the infant classroom was observed caring for nine children ages 14 months, 15m, 15m, 15m, 2y, 2y, 2y, 3y, ,and 4y. The maximum number of children the caregiver is able to supervised is four children. The caregiver was over ratio by five children.

Official text of rule 746.1701

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 31, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules

The caregiver in charge did not allow the inspector into the operation. The caregiver was given information such as inspector’s name, title, agency, and reason for the visit.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

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

The children were observed playing with blocks upon arrival and during the inspection. The children did not have outdoor time as scheduled according to the activity plan posted.

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:
Mar 31, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

The sign in and out log was reviewed for the operation and showed five of nine children were signed in.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 31, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age

A three year old was observed sleeping on the floor during nap time. This was corrected during inspection.

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

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Mar 31, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders

During this inspection children were given crackers as a snack. The children were observed sitting on the floor eating their snack. The children were not given a form of a sanitary holder such as a plate/napkin.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 31, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

The center director has not maintained compliance in the following areas: Administration and communication, infants, record keeping, personnel, and fire safety.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 27, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: Two children did not have an admission form on file. Eight children needed a special needs statement. Six children needed emergency contact information. Two children needed emergency care information. Three children needed a health statement.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 7, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

The caregiver in the infant classroom was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated 8 children were present, however 9 were counted in the room.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 31, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 14, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Mar 31, 2022 · Inspection

745.621(a)(1) - Initial background checks submitted - At the time you submit your application

A caregiver was present caring for a group of children ages 14 months-2 years. The operation had not submitted a request for a background check.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Apr 2, 2022
Correction verified:
Apr 2, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Mar 4, 2022 · Assessment

746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets

Six play yards in the infant care room needed snug fitting sheets.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 15, 2022
Correction verified:
Mar 25, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Mar 4, 2022 · Assessment

746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

An eight seat table was observed at the operation. Three of the seats needed safety straps.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 15, 2022
Correction verified:
Mar 11, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 23, 2022 · Inspection

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection

Documentation of the Fire Inspection report was not available for review during the follow up inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 4, 2022
Correction verified:
Mar 4, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 23, 2022 · Inspection

746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets

Six play yards in the infant care room needed snug fitting sheets.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 4, 2022
Correction verified:
Mar 4, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 23, 2022 · Inspection

746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

An eight seat table was observed at the operation. Three of the seats needed safety straps.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 4, 2022
Correction verified:
Mar 4, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

I observed two broken play yards in the infant room. Note: The play yards were removed from the classroom during this inspection.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Feb 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.203(1) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Have Coverage of at Least $300,000 For Each Occurrence of Negligence

The current insurance policy does not meet requirements.

In plain English: Unless it has an acceptable reason not to, the center must carry liability insurance of $300,000 per occurrence of negligence, covering injury to a child on its premises or in its care. It must send proof of coverage to the state each year by the anniversary of its permit. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 17, 2022
Correction verified:
Mar 22, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets

Five play yards in the infant care room needed snug fitting sheets.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

An eight seat table was observed in the infant room. Three of the seats needed safety straps.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 16, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.2411(2)(A) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads

One play yard in the room used for infants needed a fitted mattress.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 14, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

The diaper changing pad used by the infant room contained rips/tears in it.The diaper changing pad was also covered by a cloth material.

In plain English: The center must have a smooth, non-absorbent, easy-to-clean diaper-changing surface and a hand-washing sink in the diapering area, and may not change diapers where children play or eat. When a child is on a raised changing surface, the caregiver must use a guard such as raised sides, keep a hand on the child, or stay facing the child within arm's reach. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 9, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 11, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space

The permit holder failed to notify Child Care Regulation of a change in space.

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:
No
Correction date:
Feb 9, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink

The room used for infant care does not have a hand washing sink. The diaper changing table was observed outside of the classroom.

In plain English: The infant area must have an adult-size rocker or chair, an individual crib for each non-walking infant under 12 months, and an individual crib, cot, bed, or waterproof or washable mat for each walking infant or infant 12 months or older. It must also have a hand-washing sink in the diaper-changing area and enough toys to keep infants engaged. Official rule text · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 9, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

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

The caregiver caring for five children age 14 months-3 years left the children unattended upon my arrival. The caregiver walked to the door and made a phone call prior to allowing me entrance into the building.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 9, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection

Documentation of the Fire Inspection report was not available for review during the follow up inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 16, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Feb 9, 2022 · Inspection

746.2403(5) - Infant Care Area - Space to Walk Between Cribs, Cots or Mats

The cribs and playyards in the infant care allot space for caregivers to walk between

Official text of rule 746.2403

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 9, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 23, 2022
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Jan 27, 2022 · Assessment

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection

Documentation of the Fire Inspection was not submitted for review.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Feb 3, 2022
Correction verified:
Feb 9, 2022
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 8, 2021 · Inspection

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

I observed three children age 9m, 9m, and 10m sitting at an eight seat table. The safety straps were not used. Note: This was corrected at inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Nov 8, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

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

The director needed training in all special topics.

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 · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 12, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 8, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

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

One caregiver was in charge of two seaparte groups of children. The caregiver could not maintain supervision of both groups of children from where seated.

Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 1, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 8, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

The emergency preparedness plan did not include written procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency.

In plain English: The center's written emergency plan must explain how staff will evacuate, relocate, or shelter and lock down children, 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 center 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 8, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

The operation was not equipped with a working thermometer.

In plain English: 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 · rule revised March 2023

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

Medium High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.5207(a)(4) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside

The evacuation and relocation diagram did not indicate the indoor shelter in place location.

In plain English: The center must keep an emergency diagram on file showing its floor plan, two exit paths from each room (unless the room opens straight outside at ground level), the outdoor meeting spot, and the indoor spot for sheltering from severe weather. A copy must be posted near the entrance or exit of every room children use, where children and staff can easily see it. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 8, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year

The operation had not practiced a severe weather, lockdown, or shelter in place drill since 2019.

In plain English: The center must hold a fire drill every month, and the children must be able to get out of the building within three minutes. It must also hold a severe-weather sheltering drill and a lock-down drill at least four times a year each, and record the date, time, and length of every drill. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 2, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 5, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation

The carbon monoxide detector was last checked and documented on 07/27/2021.

In plain English: If the center uses electric or battery-operated carbon monoxide detectors, it must test them monthly, put in new batteries at least once a year, and record the dates and the name of the employee who did the work. If the detectors are tied into an alarm system, the monitoring company or fire marshal must test the system at least once a year, and the center must keep the latest report and make any fixes it calls for. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 2, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection

Documentation of the annual fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 8, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 17, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup

I observed a nine month old in a crib with a bottle.

In plain English: Caregivers must hold infants up to six months old, and older infants who cannot sit up on their own, while feeding them, and must never prop a bottle. Bottles and cups must be labeled with the infant's first name and last initial, infants may not walk around or sleep with a bottle or cup, the hand-washing sink and diaper-changing surface may not be used for food or bottle preparation, and high chair trays must be sanitized before each use. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 1, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 8, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly

There was no documentation showing the fire extinguishers were checked monthly.

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:
Nov 2, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 5, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children

One caregiver was observed caring for 10 childen ages 9m, 9m, 10m, 21m, 2y, 2y,2y, 3y, 3y,and 4y.

Official text of rule 746.1701

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 1, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 8, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list

The background check list was last validated on 12/11/2020.

In plain English: When a person with a background check stops being associated with the operation, the operation must mark them inactive within seven days. It must also confirm its current list of people with background checks every three months, or once a year for licensed and registered child-care homes and listed family homes. Official rule text

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 3, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 8, 2021
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

A nine month old was observed asleep in a crib covered by a blanket.

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 · rule revised March 2023

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 1, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 8, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

High · Nov 1, 2021 · Inspection

746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System

The operation was not equipped with a working carbon monoxide detector.

Official text of rule 746.5531

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 2, 2021
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2021
Technical assistance given:
Yes

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