5504 CHAUCER DR, Houston, TX 77005 · (713) 348-5437 · State permit no. 905129
Between Oct 20, 2021 and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Rice Children's Campus for 10 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 7 routine inspections and 1 other visit (investigations or paperwork reviews); 2 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.613 (2 times, most recently Nov 26, 2024).
The state lists Rice Children's Campus as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 07:00 AM to 06:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: Accredited, Meals Provided, Snacks Provided, Skill Classes. Program type: Child Care Program.
All 10 violations, newest first
Medium High · Nov 26, 2024 · Inspection
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Two food allergy emergency plans reviewed during inspection was missing the physician signature.
In plain English: For each child with a food allergy diagnosed by a health-care professional, the center must have a food allergy emergency plan signed and dated by the child's health-care professional and parent. A copy must be kept in the child's file. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 6, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Dec 12, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 26, 2024 · Inspection
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Updated immunization records are needed for three children in care.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 6, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Dec 4, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 26, 2024 · Inspection
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
During today's inspection I observed medication that was not stored in its original container.
In plain English: Medication must be given as the label directs or as the child's health-care professional changes in writing, only to the child it is meant for, from the original container labeled with the child's full name and the date it was brought in, and never after it expires. Each dose must be recorded with the child's name, the medication, the date, time, and amount, and the employee's full name, and the records kept for at least three months. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 6, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Dec 11, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Dec 12, 2023 · Inspection
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
One out of six children files reviewed did not have an updated shot record.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 26, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Dec 13, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Apr 18, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
During this investigation, it was determined a caregiver did not use good judgement when comparing children's work with one another, telling them they needed to be more like the other 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:
- Jun 16, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jun 26, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Apr 18, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Based on the information obtained during this investigation, it was determined a caregiver used prohibited punishments such as humiliating, rejecting, and yelling.
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:
- Jun 16, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jun 26, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Apr 18, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.1203(8) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Foster Cooperative Atmosphere
During this investigation, it was determined a caregiver did not foster a cooperative atmosphere and encouraged a competitive atmosphere.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 16, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jun 26, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium Low · Apr 18, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.1203(9) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Show Appreciation of Children's Efforts and Accomplishments
During this investigation, it was determined a caregiver did not show appreciation of children's efforts when the children approached the caregiver after completing assignments.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 16, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jun 26, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Dec 14, 2022 · Inspection
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Ten staff members needed skills based Pediatric CPR training.
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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 28, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Dec 15, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Dec 14, 2022 · Inspection
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was determined: Six needed an address for the emergency contact. Five needed updated immunization records.
In plain English: 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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 10, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jan 30, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Source and correctionsThis page reports the state’s records for Rice Children's Campus; it is not a rating, a recommendation, or a background check, and may not be used for employment, tenant, credit, or insurance decisions.
Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).