1002 ALMEDA GENOA RD, Houston, TX 77047 · (713) 492-2119 · State permit no. 1697856
Between Oct 20, 2021 and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Ready Learners Academy for 18 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 18 routine inspections and 7 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 9 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.1203 (2 times, most recently Jan 18, 2022).
The state lists Ready Learners Academy 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: 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.
All 18 violations, newest first
4 rules cited at Ready Learners Academy 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 · Nov 12, 2025 · Inspection
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
One out of eight employee files is missing the emergency preparedness training.
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:
- Nov 26, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Nov 24, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Nov 12, 2025 · Inspection
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
The caregiver in charge has conditions prohibiting them from being left in charge of the operation.
In plain English: If the state's background check unit finds a person ineligible, the operation must immediately remove that person from the operation and confirm it received the notice. If the person is eligible or provisionally eligible with conditions, the operation must limit the person's duties to follow those conditions. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 13, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Nov 25, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jan 17, 2023 · Assessment
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Fire inspection was last conducted on October 18, 2022, and is expired.
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 7, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jan 18, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jan 12, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
Based on investigation findings the operation is not allowing parents to walk into the center. Drop off and pick up procedures are done at the front door.
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 · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 3, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Mar 31, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jan 12, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Based on investigation findings, children's soiled diapers are not being changed when needed.
In plain English: Caregivers must change wet or soiled diapers and clothing promptly, clean and dry the child with individual cloths or disposable towels, and keep diapering supplies out of children's reach. Powders, creams, ointments, or lotions may only be used with the parent's written permission (or when the parent supplies them) and must be labeled with the child's name. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 3, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Mar 31, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jan 12, 2023 · Inspection
746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
The emergency contact's name and phone number was not in the transportation binder for all children tranportated by the operation.
In plain English: Each vehicle used to transport children must carry a list of the children on board, their emergency medical authorization forms, parent and emergency phone numbers, the center's name and phone number, a fire extinguisher approved by a fire marshal, and a first-aid kit. The driver must have a current driver's license. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 17, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jan 26, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Nov 18, 2022 · Investigation (report)
746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Children were not counted as they exited the transportation vehicle and entered the center. This resulted in a child not being accounted for.
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:
- Dec 30, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 12, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Nov 18, 2022 · Investigation (report)
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Neglectful supervision occurred when a six-year-old child was left on the center's van for approximately 45 minutes.
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:
- Dec 30, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 12, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Nov 18, 2022 · Investigation (report)
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
The caregiver who transported children did not use the alarm as intended. The alarm was deactivated from the outside, instead of a walk-through being completed and the alarm then being deactivated from the inside of the vehicle.
In plain English: A vehicle that seats eight or more, is used to transport children, and was bought or leased on or after December 31, 2013, must have an electronic child alarm that is installed and maintained per the maker's instructions and used on every trip with children. Before turning off the alarm at the rear of the vehicle, the driver or a designated employee must account for every child and walk through the vehicle to check that no child is left inside. Official rule text · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 30, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 12, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jan 18, 2022 · Inspection
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
A caregiver responsible for the 4yr-12yr olds did not know the number of children they were caring for. Another caregiver responsible for the 1yr-2yr olds did not know the number of children they were caring for.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 18, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Feb 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
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Medium High · Jan 18, 2022 · Inspection
746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures
Children ages 4yrs-12yrs did not wash their hands with soap and water before eating their lunch.
Official text of rule 746.3419
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 18, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Feb 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jan 18, 2022 · Inspection
746.2707(6) - Activities for School-age - Provide Indoor and Outdoor Active Play
Multiple children between the ages of 4yr-12yr were observed playing on their cellphones during the inspection. Note: The caregiver prompted the children to put away their cellphones.
Official text of rule 746.2707
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jan 18, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jan 18, 2022 · Inspection
745.621(b)(1)(B) - AP Renewal background checks submitted -No later than 2 yrs from date you last submitted subjects initial or renewal name-based TX criminal hist check
The operation falied to submit a renewal for a person's background check no later than 2yrs from the date last submitted. The background check was last submitted on 1/11/2020.
In plain English: An 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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 20, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 19, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Jan 18, 2022 · Inspection
746.1109(b)(1) - Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption Attends High School - Not in Charge of Group
A caregiver age 17 years old and does not have a high school diploma was observed caring for 20 children (ages4yr-12yr) and left in charge with sole responsibility of the group of children.
Official text of rule 746.1109
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 18, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Feb 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jan 18, 2022 · Inspection
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
A caregiver responsible for the 4yr-12yr olds was observed on their cell phone while caring for the children. The caregiver observed was on Facetime.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 18, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Feb 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jan 11, 2022 · Investigation (report)
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The diaper changing pad in the infant room contained rips/tears in it.
In plain English: The center must clean, repair, and maintain its building, grounds, and equipment to protect children's health. This includes sanitizing toys that children put in their mouths, keeping garbage out of children's reach, keeping floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair, and labeling cleaning supplies and storing them away from food and out of children's reach. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 21, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Feb 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jan 11, 2022 · Investigation (report)
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
During the investigation inspection, it was determined a staff member tested positive for Covid 19 and the operation did not report the case 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 · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 19, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 20, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jan 11, 2022 · Investigation (report)
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver was observed at the operation caring for 4 children (ages 6m-1y) without an initial background check. Another caregiver was observed at the operation caring for 10 children (ages 1y-2y) without an initial background check.
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:
- Jan 20, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Feb 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No