Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77071
Between Jul 8, 2025 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Tiny Blessings Academy for 39 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 13 routine inspections and 3 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 11 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.3407 (6 times, most recently Jun 30, 2026).
The state lists Tiny Blessings Academy 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. Program type: Child Care Program.
Of the 39 violations at Tiny Blessings Academy, 11 fall under rules Texas weights High and 21 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 | 11 | 28% |
| Medium High | 21 | 54% |
| Medium | 4 | 10% |
| Medium Low | 1 | 3% |
| Low | 2 | 5% |
Tiny Blessings Academy had 39 violations since Jul 8, 2025, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 2.3 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.
7 rules were cited more than once at Tiny Blessings Academy since Jul 8, 2025.
| Rule | Times | What the rule covers |
|---|---|---|
| 746.3407 Medium High | 6 | 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: Jun 30, 2026 · first: Sep 15, 2025 |
| 746.5617 High | 6 | 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 Most recent: Jan 8, 2026 · first: Aug 15, 2025 |
| 746.603 Medium High | 3 | 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: Sep 4, 2025 · first: Aug 15, 2025 |
| 746.3317 Medium High | 2 | 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: Jun 30, 2026 · first: Sep 4, 2025 |
| 746.1105 Low | 2 | Each center employee must meet the background check rules, have a current tuberculosis exam record if the health department requires it, and complete two state affidavit forms (a notarized Form 2985 and Form 2912) before being hired. Official rule text Most recent: Jan 8, 2026 · first: Jan 8, 2026 |
| 746.3503 Medium High | 2 | 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 Most recent: Sep 26, 2025 · first: Sep 15, 2025 |
| 746.5305 Medium High | 2 | Mounting of Fire Extinguishers Most recent: Sep 26, 2025 · first: Sep 15, 2025 |
| Year | Routine inspections | All state visits | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 (from Jul 8) | 8 | 11 | 25 |
| 2026 | 5 | 5 | 14 |
16 visits on record since Jul 8, 2025, newest first, including visits that found nothing.
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | Inspection | 275 | 3 |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Inspection | 673 | 1 |
| May 15, 2026 | Inspection | 1 | None |
| Apr 7, 2026 | Inspection | 530 | 4 |
| Jan 8, 2026 | Inspection | 1020 | 6 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Inspection | 303 | None |
| Sep 26, 2025 | Inspection | 5 | 4 |
| Sep 15, 2025 | Inspection | — | None |
| Sep 15, 2025 | Inspection | 619 | 3 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 4 | 1 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Inspection | 7 | 1 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Inspection | 11 | 5 |
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 2 | 2 |
| Aug 18, 2025 | Inspection | 4 | 3 |
| Aug 15, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 11 | 6 |
| Jul 8, 2025 | Inspection | 1277 | None |
Medium High · Jun 30, 2026 · Inspection
There was a gallon of milk observed in the refrigerator past its best by date. NOTE: Milk disposed at inspection.
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Medium High · Jun 30, 2026 · Inspection
In the outdoor play area, there was grass overgrown in the corner. There was a broken umbrella on a bench in the younger children area. NOTE: Umbrella was disposed of at inspection.
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Medium · Jun 30, 2026 · Inspection
The in-house first aide kit was missing the instruction manual and tweezers. NOTE items were added to kits at inspection.
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
Medium High · Jun 11, 2026 · Inspection
In the outdoor play area, there was grass overgrown in the corner and the liner of the loosefill mulch was ripped and above mulch. Ivy/weeds overgrown on the fence.
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Medium · Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection
In the larger play area, the loosefill was overgrown with grass/weeds at edges, and there was a wire on the ground from the telephone pole in the play srea. Bottom of slide had under tarp exposed.
In plain English: The director or a designee must check the active play space and equipment every day before play and do a fuller check at least monthly using a written checklist. Hazards or defects found must be removed or repaired promptly, children must be kept off the equipment until then, and inspection and repair records must be kept for at least three months. Official rule text
Medium High · Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection
Caregiver did not give the proper ages of oldest and youngest child in their care.
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
Medium High · Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection
There was garbage on the way to the toddler outdoor play area and garbage inside the toddler outdoor play area.
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Medium · Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection
Four caregivers did not have a copy of the education requirements for file.
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
Medium Low · Jan 8, 2026 · Inspection
A certificate was not availalbe to verify the successful completion of preservice training for 2 caregivers present at the operation.
Official text of rule 746.1317
High · Jan 8, 2026 · Inspection
The first aid kit on vehicle used to transport children was not observed to be complete. The kit was missing a guide and antiseptic. NOTE: A second vehicle added but not currently in use did not have a guide, antiseptic and gloves. * Corrected at inspection, all missing items were added to both vehicles.
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Medium High · Jan 8, 2026 · Inspection
The mulch was not observed to be maintained at the appropriate depth. The tarp beneath the surfacing was observed to be exposed and torn.
In plain English: Loose-fill surfacing under play equipment must be kept at least six inches deep when the highest play surface is five feet or lower, and at least nine inches deep when it is higher. It may not be laid over concrete or asphalt or used indoors, and equipment posts must be marked to show the required depth. Official rule text
Low · Jan 8, 2026 · Inspection
One caregiver hired 1/6 did not have a notarized affidavit available for review. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the affidavit was completed during the visit.
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Medium High · Jan 8, 2026 · Inspection
A climbing structure installed on the second playground was observed to have an attached swing set. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the swings were removed fromo the structure
Official text of rule 746.4701
Low · Jan 8, 2026 · Inspection
One caregiver hired 1/6 did not have a pre-employment affidavit available for review. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the affidavit was completed during the visit.
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Medium High · Sep 26, 2025 · Inspection
One of the restrooms used by children was observed to have ceiling panels that had holes, cracks and signs of water damage. The exhaust fans in both bathrooms appeared to be falling. The floors in the hallway directly outside of the bathroom was visibly separated and created a tripping hazard.
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Medium High · Sep 26, 2025 · Inspection
A fire extingusher was observed to be sitting on the floor in a storage closet in the front of the buidling. NOTE:Corrected at inspection. Fire extinguisher was mounted during the visit.
Official text of rule 746.5305
Medium High · Sep 26, 2025 · Inspection
A dead german roach was observed under a sink in a restroom used by children. NOTE: The same roach was observed during the inspection and the operation was infomred to dispose of it on 9/15.
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Medium High · Sep 26, 2025 · Inspection
The handwashking sink in the infant room was observed to have a bucket in it. Baby bottle on a drying rack were observed next to the sink. The sink is still be used for purposes other than hand washing.
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Medium High · Sep 15, 2025 · Inspection
A fire extingusher was observed to be in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom designated for children
Official text of rule 746.5305
Medium High · Sep 15, 2025 · Inspection
One of the restrooms used by children was observed to have 2 ceiling panels that were cracked and bulding down. One of the panels has signs of water damage.
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Medium High · Sep 15, 2025 · Inspection
The handwashking sink in the infant room was observed to have other itmes on and in the sink. Items observed includined cleaning spray and hand sanitizer, a bucket of water, toys and books, a children's tablet, and a walkie talkie.
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Medium High · Sep 4, 2025 · Investigation (report)
A bag of molded cutie oranges was observed in the kitchen. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, oranges were disposed during the visit.
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Medium High · Sep 4, 2025 · Inspection
Sign-in logs available did not have completed sign in/out times for all children Sing in logs rfor the 7/31-8/4 was not available.
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High · Aug 20, 2025 · Inspection
Documentation of parent contacts and emergency contacts were not available for one child being transported.
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High · Aug 20, 2025 · Inspection
The driver was observed exiting a bus after transporting children to school. The driver was observed exiting the vehile and looking through each window. After a few minutes, the electronic alarm was triggered and the driver returned and turned the alarm off.
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
Medium High · Aug 20, 2025 · Inspection
Sign-in logs available did not have completed sign in/out times for all children Sing in logs rfor the 7/31-8/4 was not available.
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Medium High · Aug 20, 2025 · Inspection
1 caregiver was observed with 6 children 10mo-20 mo. The specified age group was 12-17 mo. The caregiver wwas over ratio by 1. NOTE: During the walkthrough, a second caregiver was observed in the kitchen area and entered the classrooom shortly before licensing.
In plain English: In centers licensed for 13 or more children, one caregiver may supervise at most 4 infants under 12 months, 5 children 12 to 17 months, 9 children 18 to 23 months, 11 two-year-olds, 15 three-year-olds, 18 four-year-olds, 22 five-year-olds, or 26 children ages 6 to 13. The limit is based on the group's specified age as the rules define it. Official rule text (single-rule page)
High · Aug 20, 2025 · Inspection
Documentation of emergency medical authorization was not available for 4 children being transported.
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High · Aug 18, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was enough information to support a child was allowed to walk across the street to pick up a sibling from 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
High · Aug 18, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information that the driver allowed a child to exit the vehicle and walk unsupervised to pick up another 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
High · Aug 18, 2025 · Inspection
2 staff were observed to be present at the operation without notification of eligibility from the Centralized background check Unit. One staff letf prior to end of inspection after receiving an ineligible notice.
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
Medium High · Aug 18, 2025 · Inspection
The fire extingusiher located on the bus used to tranpsort was observed to be overcharged
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
Medium · Aug 18, 2025 · Inspection
The operation did not provide access to one personnel record upon request
High · Aug 15, 2025 · Investigation (report)
List of children transported on 8/15 and 8/18 was not listed available for review
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High · Aug 15, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Documentation of parent contacts and emergency contacts were not available for the children being transported.
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High · Aug 15, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Documentation of emergency medical authorization was not available for any of the 14 children being transported.
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Medium High · Aug 15, 2025 · Investigation (report)
The director and driver and not have transportation training available for review.
In plain English: 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)
Medium High · Aug 15, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Sign-in logs. available did not have sign out times and signatures. Some children signed in were listed by family last name and quantity. Logs did not list names of each child. Sign-in logs for all days where children were in care was not made available for review.
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High · Aug 15, 2025 · Investigation (report)
The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation they began providing transportation services.
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
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Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).