Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77081
Between Aug 8, 2023 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave for 119 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 34 routine inspections and 17 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 30 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.3407 (12 times, most recently Jul 15, 2026).
The state lists Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun). Programs on file: School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Drop-In Care, Skill Classes, Part Time Care, Transportation to/from School, Weekend Care, Field Trips, Night Care. Program type: Child Care Program.
Of the 119 violations at Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave, 30 fall under rules Texas weights High and 57 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 | 30 | 25% |
| Medium High | 57 | 48% |
| Medium | 28 | 24% |
| Medium Low | 4 | 3% |
| Low | 0 | 0% |
Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave had 119 violations since Aug 8, 2023, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 2.4 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.
29 rules were cited more than once at Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave since Aug 8, 2023.
| Rule | Times | What the rule covers |
|---|---|---|
| 746.3407 Medium High | 12 | 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: Jul 15, 2026 · first: Aug 25, 2023 |
| 746.1301 Medium High | 5 | 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) · rule revised September 2024 Most recent: Dec 8, 2025 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 746.1201 High | 4 | 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 Most recent: Jun 7, 2026 · first: Feb 13, 2024 |
| 746.1205 High | 4 | 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: Jun 7, 2026 · first: Jan 29, 2026 |
| 745.247 High | 4 | A permit holder must immediately send the state a copy of any government notice saying its corporate privileges have been forfeited or may be forfeited. The state may suspend the permit of a governing body that loses those privileges, and may revoke it if the holder did not forward the notice. Official rule text Most recent: Mar 13, 2026 · first: Feb 11, 2026 |
| 746.1003 High | 4 | The 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: Mar 2, 2026 · first: Feb 13, 2024 |
| 746.201 High | 4 | 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: Mar 2, 2026 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 746.401 Medium | 4 | The center must keep certain items posted at all times, including its license, the letter or form from its most recent licensing inspection or investigation, its emergency evacuation diagram, each group's activity plan, the daily menu, and a list of current employees' first and last names. It must also post required state notices and phone numbers and a list of children's food allergies that need an emergency plan. Official rule text Most recent: Mar 2, 2026 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 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: Feb 17, 2026 · first: Aug 6, 2024 |
| 746.603 Medium | 4 | 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: Jan 29, 2026 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 746.1315 Medium High | 4 | 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 Most recent: Mar 14, 2024 · first: Feb 20, 2024 |
| 746.1309 Medium | 3 | 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 · rule revised September 2024 Most recent: Sep 3, 2026 · first: Aug 8, 2024 |
| 746.1203 Medium High | 3 | 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 Most recent: Jun 7, 2026 · first: Dec 8, 2025 |
| 746.2207 Medium | 3 | Centers may not use screen time for children under two. For older children, screen time may only add to other activities, not replace them, and it must be tied to planned learning goals, age-appropriate, no more than one hour a day, free of ads and violence, and not used during meals, snacks, naps, or rest times. Official rule text Most recent: Aug 14, 2024 · first: Aug 25, 2023 |
| 746.3427 Medium High | 2 | Pest Extermination Most recent: Feb 24, 2026 · first: Feb 17, 2026 |
| 746.1601 Medium High | 2 | 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) Most recent: Jan 29, 2026 · first: Aug 8, 2024 |
| 746.801 Medium | 2 | 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 Most recent: Jan 29, 2026 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 745.641 High | 2 | 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 Most recent: Dec 19, 2025 · first: Feb 13, 2024 |
| 746.4971 Medium High | 2 | Inflatables - Enclosed Used According to Manufacturer's Instructions Most recent: Dec 19, 2025 · first: Dec 19, 2025 |
| 746.303 Medium Low | 2 | 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 Most recent: Jan 21, 2025 · first: Jan 18, 2024 |
| 746.3001 Medium High | 2 | Field Trips - Signed Permission Most recent: Aug 6, 2024 · first: Aug 6, 2024 |
| 746.1316 Medium High | 2 | If the center transports children younger than nine (by age or development), each employee must complete two hours of transportation training each year before transporting a child, and the director must complete it too. These two hours are separate from orientation, pre-service, and annual training hours. Official rule text Most recent: Mar 14, 2024 · first: Feb 20, 2024 |
| 746.605 Medium High | 2 | Before admitting a child, the center must collect set information, including the child's name and birth date, how to reach the parents, an emergency contact for when parents can't be reached, the people allowed to pick up the child, and permission to get emergency medical care. It must also record the child's special care needs, any allergies with a food allergy emergency plan if needed, and permission for transportation, field trips, or water activities if the center offers them. Official rule text · rule revised September 2024 Most recent: Mar 14, 2024 · first: Feb 20, 2024 |
| 746.2205 Medium | 2 | A written activity plan must name the group and the dates it covers and outline the specific daily activities. It must give children enough time to progress at their own pace and avoid long waits or long stretches of sitting or standing, and any screen time in the plan must come with other choices for children who do not want to take part. Official rule text Most recent: Aug 25, 2023 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 746.4907 Medium High | 2 | 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 Most recent: Aug 25, 2023 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 746.5207 Medium High | 2 | 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 Most recent: Aug 25, 2023 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 746.611 Medium | 2 | For each child who does not attend pre-K or school away from the center, the center must have a health statement on file within one week of admission. This is usually a written statement from a health-care professional who examined the child in the past year saying the child can take part in the program; the rule also allows a parent's religious affidavit, or a parent's interim statement followed by the professional's statement within 12 months. Official rule text Most recent: Aug 25, 2023 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 746.613 High | 2 | Each child from birth through age 14 must meet and keep meeting the state health department's immunization requirements, and the center must keep current immunization records, including any exemptions or exceptions. Required immunizations must be complete by the admission date, unless an exemption is verified by then or a homeless or foster child is admitted provisionally for up to 30 days. Official rule text Most recent: Aug 25, 2023 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| 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: Aug 25, 2023 · first: Aug 8, 2023 |
| Year | Routine inspections | All state visits | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 (from Aug 8) | 4 | 4 | 27 |
| 2024 | 12 | 19 | 34 |
| 2025 | 4 | 7 | 12 |
| 2026 | 14 | 21 | 46 |
51 visits on record since Aug 8, 2023, newest first, including visits that found nothing.
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Inspection | 308 | Pending with the state |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Inspection | 4 | 1 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Investigation (report) | 3 | None |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Inspection | 97 | 1 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Inspection | — | None |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Inspection | 283 | 1 |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Inspection | 2 | 1 |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Inspection | 1 | 1 |
| Jun 7, 2026 | Investigation (report) | 6 | 6 |
| Apr 17, 2026 | Inspection | 5 | None |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Inspection | 6 | None |
| Mar 13, 2026 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2026 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Inspection | 7 | 6 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Inspection | 10 | 4 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Inspection | 8 | 6 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Feb 6, 2026 | Inspection | 2 | 2 |
| Feb 5, 2026 | Inspection | 1 | 1 |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Investigation (report) | 13 | 12 |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Inspection | 10 | 5 |
| Dec 8, 2025 | Inspection | 682 | 5 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 4 | 1 |
| May 29, 2025 | Inspection | 616 | None |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Inspection | — | None |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 2 | None |
| Jan 21, 2025 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Nov 14, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Nov 2, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 5 | None |
| Oct 8, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Sep 30, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 1 | None |
| Sep 10, 2024 | Inspection | 3 | None |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Inspection | 2 | None |
| Aug 14, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Aug 14, 2024 | Inspection | 622 | 2 |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 5 | 5 |
| Aug 6, 2024 | Inspection | 580 | 13 |
| May 7, 2024 | Inspection | 287 | None |
| Mar 22, 2024 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Assessment | 4 | 4 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Feb 20, 2024 | Inspection | 751 | 4 |
| Feb 20, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Feb 13, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 7 | 4 |
| Jan 18, 2024 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | Inspection | 213 | None |
| Oct 31, 2023 | Inspection | 346 | None |
| Sep 11, 2023 | Inspection | 8 | None |
| Aug 25, 2023 | Inspection | 17 | 13 |
| Aug 8, 2023 | Inspection | 1252 | 14 |
“Pending”: the state has not posted the outcome.
5 rules cited at Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave 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 · Sep 3, 2026 · Inspection
Staff still not completed training in caring for children with special needs.
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Medium High · Aug 13, 2026 · Inspection
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection was not available for review. NOTE: Only the second page was made available. The page that included the findings of the inspection was not available for review.
In plain English: When 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
Medium High · Jul 15, 2026 · Inspection
Rodent droppings were observed on the kitchen floor. A bag of apples was observed to have multiple holes in it. One apple was observed to be chewed. Pieces of apple skin was observed on a container below where the apples were stored. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the apples were thrown away and the droppings were cleaned.
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Medium High · Jun 15, 2026 · Inspection
Manual and electronic sign in-out log were reviewed for the period of 6/9-6/14. During the period reviewed, multiple children were observed to be signed in and never signed out. One child was observed to be signed out but here is no documentation of when the child signed in.
In plain English: The 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
High · Jun 9, 2026 · Inspection
The wired fire alarm pull near the playground door was observed to be activated. Neither the director or owner was aware the alarm had been triggered. The pull was locked in place and could not be reset. NOTE: According to the owner and director, the fire department nor alarm company informed them of the alarm activation.
Official text of rule 746.5311
Medium · Jun 7, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, staff did not have immediate access to a child’s parent or emergency contact.
High · Jun 7, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information provided through the DFPS investigation, there is enough information to support negligent supervision. A child was able to exit the operation and was found in the middle of the nearby street by a passerby. The child was away from the operation for approximately 15 minutes before being found and returned to the operation by law enforcement.
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Medium · Jun 7, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, staff did not have current training in caring for children with special needs.
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Medium High · Jun 7, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the informed obtained from the DFPS investigation, the caregiver failed to provide an additional level of supervision for a child with known special needs .
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High · Jun 7, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient information to support a child was able to leave the operation without the caregiver's knowledge.
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High · Jun 7, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, there is enough information to support the caregiver was not aware of the children they were responsible for. No written head count with the names of children and time of count was available. The number of children signed in at the time of incident did not match the number of children reported to be in care.
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High · Mar 13, 2026 · Assessment
Based on information obtained, the operation's franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?
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High · Mar 11, 2026 · Assessment
Based on information obtained, the operation's franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?
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Medium · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
The menu for the month of March was not posted or available for review.
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Medium High · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
During the inspection, dead roaches were observed to be in toddler restrrom, hallway and kitchen area, mutiple living roaches was observed crawling on the kitchen cabinet and in the hallway floor. and staff area.Rat droppings were observed in the staff area. Dead roaches were also observed to be stuck to a cabinet door
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High · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
Several follow-ups have been conducted and compliance has not been established. NOTE: This standard is being recited
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High · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
A spray bottle of bleach/water sanitzer was observed on the sink and in reach of children.
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Medium High · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
The toilet in the toddler restroom was observed to be taped "do not use". The toilet was flushed but the water did not receed.
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Medium High · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
Based on multiple follow-up inspections resulting in re-cited and new deficiencies, the permit holder has failed to ensure the director and staff are following rules outlined in Minimum Standards. NOTE: This standard is being recited
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High · Feb 26, 2026 · Assessment
Based on information obtained, the operation's franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?
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Medium High · Feb 24, 2026 · Inspection
During the inspection, dead roaches were observed to be in pre-k room and kitchen area, mutiple living roaches was observed crawling on the kitchen floor and in the 3-compartment sink. Dead roaches, droppings were observed inside and along the seal of the refrigerator located in the garage. NOTE: According to the operation pest control is scheduled but has not been to the operation since 1/2026
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Medium High · Feb 24, 2026 · Inspection
Based on multiple follow-up inspections resulting in re-cited and new deficiencies, the permit holder has failed to ensure the director and staff follow rules outlined in Minimum Standards.
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High · Feb 24, 2026 · Inspection
Several follow-ups have been conducted and compliance has not been established.
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Medium High · Feb 24, 2026 · Inspection
White powder substance was still observed on several shelfs were food and eating/cooking utensils were stored.
Official text of rule 746.3427
High · Feb 17, 2026 · Inspection
Two toddler rooms are separated by a half door and wall. One room was empty during the inspection. A child was seen in the empty room with the caregiver, leaving nine other children unsupervised. The caregiver then returned to the group and left the one child unsupervised in the empty room. After returning, the caregiver their back to the child.
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Medium High · Feb 17, 2026 · Inspection
A bowl of cut apples was observed to be stored in the refrigerator uncovered.
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Medium High · Feb 17, 2026 · Inspection
During the inspection, dead roaches were observed to be in pre-k room and kitchen area, a living roach was observed crawling in a drawer under the sink were pots were stored. Dead roaches, droppings and gnats were observed inside and along the seal of the refrigerator located in the garage. NOTE: According to the operation pest control is scheduled but has not been to the operation since 1/2026
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High · Feb 17, 2026 · Inspection
A spray bottle of sanitizer (bleach/water solution) was observed to be on a counter near training cups/bottles and near a sink designated for child handwashing accessible to children.
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Medium High · Feb 17, 2026 · Inspection
White powder substance was observed on several shelfs were food and eating/cooking utensils were stored. According to the director, they applied a roach powder to the kitchen to control pest.
Official text of rule 746.3427
Medium High · Feb 17, 2026 · Inspection
The designated hand-wasking sink in the toddler classroom was observed to have a red bucket sitting in it filled with water and a towel. According to the caregiver, the sink and bucket was used to wipe and sanitize the room.
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
High · Feb 11, 2026 · Assessment
Based on information obtained, the operation's franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?
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High · Feb 6, 2026 · Inspection
The infant caregiver was observed to be feeding two children oatmeal from the same bowl. The caregiver was also observed to be hand feeding multiple children animal crackers off of one plate.
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Medium High · Feb 6, 2026 · Inspection
During the inspection, the stove was observed to have been used to cook noodles. The stove was previously tagged by the Houston Health Department not to be used. The operation failed to follow restrictions placed by the Health inspector.
Official text of rule 746.3405
Medium High · Feb 5, 2026 · Inspection
During the inspection, several living german roaches were observed crawling around the sink and counter in the infant room and pre-k room, floor of the afterschool/night room. and in the kitchen on the floors, counters and sinks. Several dead roaches and droppings were also observed in the pre-k room and
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Medium · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
During the investigation, the operation failed to provide access to all children's sign-in/out logs upon request.
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High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to ensure physical proximity while in care of children. Children were left unsupervised when staff needed to use the restroom, answer the door, or complete diaper changing for infants in care.
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Medium · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the operation is not operating 24hrs as indicated in their operational policies. The operation is also not following their policies related to how parents request weekend care.
In plain English: The center must have written policies on a long list of topics, including hours, how children are released, illness and exclusion, medication, medical emergencies, discipline, infant sleep, meals, immunizations, physical activity, parent rights, and its emergency plan. It must also tell parents that the area within 1,000 feet of the center is a gang-free zone. Official rule text
Medium High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the 18-month age difference was not followed. During evening care hours, there were more than 13 children present in the building, the youngest in care was 3 months old and the oldest in care was 12 years old with one caregiver.
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
High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation staff failed to demonstrate good judgement and allowed children to stay in care for several hours during an occurrence where there was no running water in the building. This created a health risk to the children in care who were not able to complete proper handwashing
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High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information to verify that infants are placed in restrictive devices for more than 15 minutes, and is not associated with meal times.
In plain English: Each infant's day must include outdoor play when the weather permits, time out of the crib, and no more than 15 minutes seated in a restrictive device unless the infant is eating or being transported. It must also include supervised tummy time and other chances to move, plus activities that engage sight, hearing, touch, and small and large muscles. Official rule text
Medium High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on review of the available logs for children in care, Children's sign in/out was not being properly tracked. There were several days where children in care were never signed out.
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Medium High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation (CCR) the water was shut of resulting in a closure of the operation for multiple days.
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
Medium High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information to verify the operation was out of ratio. One caregiver was left to care for 16-21 children ranging from 3months to 12yrs old.
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Medium High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information available to determine caregivers did not consistently share information about children with the incoming caregiver during a shift change.
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High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, children are placed in highchairs as a form of discipline.
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
Medium High · Jan 29, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to immediately notify parents of an occurrence that there was no running water in the operation. The City of Houston notified the operation between 2-3pm the water was being shut off, however, the operation only notified parents 7pm that there would be no water the weekend.
In plain English: The center must tell a parent immediately if there is an allegation that their child was abused or neglected in care, or after the child has an injury needing medical treatment, an illness needing hospitalization, an emergency allergic reaction that required a stock epinephrine auto-injector, a situation such as a fire, flood, or severe-weather damage at the center, or another unusual situation that put the child at risk. Minor injuries such as small cuts or bites must be reported at pickup; the parents of every child at the center must get written notice within 48 hours of a reportable disease in a child or employee, and the parents of a group must get written notice within 48 hours of a lice or other infestation outbreak in that group. Official rule text
High · Dec 19, 2025 · Inspection
Two individuals were observed to be present and incare of children without notification of eligibility from the background check.
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Medium High · Dec 19, 2025 · Inspection
The manufacture instructions for an emclosed inflatable was not observed to be followed. More than 20 children were observed to be on the inflatable at one time and the youngest child playing was 2yrs old. NOTE: The instructions state no more than 6 children at one time and the minumum age is 3yrs old.
Official text of rule 746.4971
Medium High · Dec 19, 2025 · Inspection
The operation was observed to be using outdoor space for an inflatable that has not been approved by CCR or is inclosed with a fence. Children present in this space were observed to be under the age of 5yrs old.
In plain English: The outdoor activity space must be enclosed by a fence or wall at least four feet high. Exceptions include programs that only offer after-school care in a public school classroom, programs that only offer alternate care or get-well care, and spaces used only by children five and older. Official rule text
Medium High · Dec 19, 2025 · Inspection
The manufacture instructions for an open inflatable was not observed to be followed. 10 children were observed to be on the inflatable at one time and the youngest child playing was between 3-4 yrs old. NOTE: The instructions state no more than 1 child at a time and the minumum age is 4 yrs old.
Official text of rule 746.4971
High · Dec 19, 2025 · Inspection
Two bouce houses were observed to be installed on concrete
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 · Dec 8, 2025 · Inspection
The diriver was observed returing from a bus run. After parking driver locked the door and walked inside the building without completing a safety check 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
Medium High · Dec 8, 2025 · Inspection
During the walkthrough, one caregiver was observed to be sweeping their room and another caregiver was observed moping their room. Both caregivers were supervising children.
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Medium High · Dec 8, 2025 · Inspection
Based on the review of the fire drills. The operation has not completed an drill in under 3 minutes. All drills were completed in 5 minutes and one took 7 minutes to be completed.
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
Medium High · Dec 8, 2025 · Inspection
The director did not have current traning in transportation. Training expired 3/27/2025
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Medium · Dec 8, 2025 · Inspection
Children were observed asking for seconds. One child was given more food. The caregiver was told there was no more food for the other children.
In plain English: The center must serve children who eat table food regular meals and morning and afternoon snacks that follow the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program meal patterns, and a child may not go more than three hours without being offered food unless asleep. Drinking water must always be available, sugary drinks are only for special occasions unless the program allows them, food may not be used as a reward, and a child may not be served any food listed on their food allergy emergency plan. Official rule text
Medium High · Nov 24, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Several dead roaches and droppings were observed on a drawer on on the floor in the kitchen area. One living roach was observed crawing on the drawer.
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Medium Low · Jan 21, 2025 · Assessment
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
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Medium · Aug 14, 2024 · Inspection
A child was observed to be watching tv while eating breakfast. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the television was turned off
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High · Aug 14, 2024 · Inspection
A 23 mo old was observed eating whole grapes.
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Medium High · Aug 8, 2024 · Investigation (report)
One caregiver was observed with 16 children 2y-6yr. The specified age group was 3yrs old. The caregiver was over ratio by 1.
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Medium · Aug 8, 2024 · Investigation (report)
Staff records were reviewed for 5 caregivers. Training in the following areas: Emergency preparedness Building and physical premise safety hazardous materials abuse and neglect communicable diseases
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Medium · Aug 8, 2024 · Investigation (report)
Records for 10 children was reviewed and observed to be missing the following: 4 did not have a health statement, one signed by the health care provider. 2 did not have address listed for emergency contact. 2 with listed diagnosed food allergies did not have an allergy plan on file. 1 did not have authorization for emergency medical treatment 1 did not have a special needs statement on file.
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Medium High · Aug 8, 2024 · Investigation (report)
2 booster seats manufactured in 2009 and expired 2019 were observed to be on the vehicle. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the booster seats were disposed of during the inspection and new seats were purchased.
In plain English: Each child being transported must be secured in a car seat, booster seat, vest, harness, or seat belt that fits the child's age, height, and weight, meets federal crash-test standards, is installed per the maker's instructions, and has not expired, been damaged, or been in an accident. Children 12 and younger may not ride in the front seat. Official rule text
Medium · Aug 8, 2024 · Investigation (report)
Director was observed to be missing the following trainings: Emergency preparedness Building and physical premise safety hazardous materials abuse and neglect communicable diseases Medication Allergy response
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
Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
A can of spaghetti sauce dated 5/24/23 was observed to be open in the refrigerator. A gallon of milk dated 8/4/24 was observed in a second refrigerator.
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Medium · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
A written activity plan was not observed in the school-age group.
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
Medium · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
A child was observed to be sleeping with a training cup.Milk was observed in the bottom of the cup. NOTE: The cup was removed from the child during the inspection
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
Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
In the school age room, A ceiling tile was observed to be missing and in need of repair. A large tarp was observed to be falling off of the playground cover.
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Medium · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
A television in the school-age group was observed to be on and napmats were observed on the floor. During the walkthrough caregivers were observed removing the school age children and taking them outside. According to the caregiver in charge, they only watched for 15 minutes beucase they didn't want to sleep.
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Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
One permission slip reviewed for a field trip did not include the child's name
Official text of rule 746.3001
Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
Emergency medical authorization for each child transported on a field trip was not available. Emergency and parent contact information was not listed for 2 children.
Official text of rule 746.3001
Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
A bowl of peeled manderine oranges and a can of tomato sauce was observed to be open and uncovered in the refrigerator. In the freezer, a bag of fish sticks was observed to be open and not properly sealed.
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Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
Several broken and torn nap mats were observed in the pre-k group and school age group. The torn mats exposed the foam padding underneath and could not be properly sanitized.
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Medium · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
A copy of the montly menu was not observed to be posted in a prominent and publicly accessible place.
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Medium · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
Menu substitions were not observed to be recorded. The posted menu in the kitchen stated lunch for 8/6 included mangos, carrots, bread, turkey, and ham. Children in care were served spaghetti, manderine, and mixed veggies.
Official text of rule 746.3313
Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
The caregiver in charge in the director's absence did not have access to field trip information requested by Child Care Regulation. The caregiver also could not access the keys to the vehicles used for transportation during the visit.
In plain English: Whenever the director is away during operating hours, a qualified caregiver or director must be named to be in charge, and that person must know their duties and for how long, have the information needed to contact parents and authorities, and have authority to run the center. All employees must know who is in charge, and for a long absence the center must name someone who meets director qualifications and report that person to the state. Official rule text
Medium High · Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection
A box fan was observed to be on the floor and in reach of children.
In plain English: 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
High · Mar 22, 2024 · Assessment
The operation failed to operate in compliance with the Minimum Standards regarding training requirements when the director provided altered documentation related to transportation training.
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Medium High · Mar 14, 2024 · Assessment
Transportation training was not available for the director who provided transportation for children.
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Medium High · Mar 14, 2024 · Assessment
One caregiver did not have current CPR. Training expired 11/30/2023
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Medium High · Mar 14, 2024 · Assessment
One caregiver did not have current 1st aid training. Training expired 11/30/2023
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Medium High · Mar 14, 2024 · Assessment
Of the 5 records reviewed for children, one did not have the address listed for an emergency contact.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
Medium High · Feb 20, 2024 · Inspection
One caregiver did not have current CPR. Training expired 11/30/2023
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Medium High · Feb 20, 2024 · Inspection
One caregiver did not have current 1st aid training. Training expired 11/30/2023
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Medium High · Feb 20, 2024 · Inspection
Transportation training was not available for the director who provided transportation for children.
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Medium High · Feb 20, 2024 · Inspection
Of the 5 records reviewed for children, one did not have the address listed for an emergency contact.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
High · Feb 13, 2024 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver failed to use good judgement when they placed an infant in a baby jumper to stop them from removing the shelves from a refrigerator located in the classroom. The infant exceeded the height and weight limits listed by the manufacture. This resulted in the jumper tipping over with the infant inside. The caregiver did not immediately give aid and continued to speak with a parent that was present in the room. The caregiver also failed to use self-control with they used profane and inappropriate language in the presence of children after being instructed by a food program representative that the snack prepared for the infants could not be served.
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High · Feb 13, 2024 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the director failed to ensure all employees were supervised. The director was unaware an incident where a caregiver placed an infant in a baby jumper that tipped over with the infant inside. The director was also not aware of incidents were the a caregiver left infants unattended on a diaper changing table, placed prohibited items (boppy pillows, bottles, and blankets) in cribs with infants, used profane and inappropriate language in the presence of children . According to the director, they were not aware of anything going on with the caregiver until CCR informed them of the allegations.
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High · Feb 13, 2024 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver was allowed access to children prior to receiving notification of eligibility from the Centralized Background Check Unit. The caregiver provided care to children from 1/29-1/31. The background check was not submitted until 1/30. The operation did not receive results of the background check until 2/12.
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Medium High · Feb 13, 2024 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver with no prior experience, hired 1/29/24, was in care of children and counted in ratio before completing at least 8 hours of preservice training.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
Medium Low · Jan 18, 2024 · Assessment
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2024, as required.
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Medium High · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A bottle of disinfectant spray was accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection.
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Medium · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
The seats in the kidney shaped table in the toddler classroom are not equipped with safety straps.
In plain English: The 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
Medium · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. The school-age, pre-k and toddler classrooms do not have activity plans that include specifc activities and dates.
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Medium · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was completed and compliance was not met. Five lacked a signed statement that a copy of the personnel and operational policies were received and one lacked a notarized affidavit.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised August 2024
Medium · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Four children's records lack a health statement.
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High · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The folloiwng infromaiton is missing from the operational polciies: 1. Procedures for handling medical emergencies 2 Procedures for parental notifications 3. Procedures for parents to review the most recent Licensing inspection report and a copy of Minimum Standards 4. The correct contact information for tLicensing website. 5. Requirements for staff vaccinations 6. Procedures for providing inclusive services for children with special care needs 7. Statement that the center is in a gang free zone. 8. Staff requirements for recognizing, reporting the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, things the center will do to increase staff and parent awareness. 9. Benefits of outdoor play, type of activities the children will participate in while outside, recommended clothing and footwear and the plan for physical activity when the weather prevents the children from going outside
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Medium High · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Six staff do not have signed documentation by the staff and the trainer that orienatin to the center was completed. Pictures were taken.
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High · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Three children's records were behind with immunizations.
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Medium High · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Loose-fill surfacing has not been added to the playground use zones.
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Medium Low · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. A list of current employees is not posted.
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Medium · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The folloiwng information was missing: 1. One lacked a hre date 2. Three lacked infromation on special needs.
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Medium · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
The school-age children were watching televiosn during rest time. This was corrected at inspection.
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Medium High · Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The evacuation diagram does not show the relocation area inside of the building in the event of severe weather.
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Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
The director and one staff are not documenting the daye and hours worked.
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Medium Low · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
A list of current employees is not posted.
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Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
Of the 10 children's records evaluated, 7 lacked a health statement.
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Medium High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
Parents were not notified at the time of enrollment that the center does not have liability insurance.
Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
Of the 7 staff records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. All lacked a hire date 2. All lacked notarized affidavits 3. Five lacked a signed statement that a copy of the operation and personnel policies were received.
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Medium High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
Of the 7 staff records evaluated, 1 staff has not completed 8 clock hours of pre-service training prior to being counted in the child/staff ratios.
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Medium High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
The loose fill surfacing on one playground has been overgrown by grass.
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Medium High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
The evacuation diagram does not show the relocation area inside of the building in the event of severe weather.
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Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
The correct contact infromation for the local Child Care Regulation office is not posted.
Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
The actuvity plans do not include the specific activities for each age group.
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Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
Of the 10 children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. All lacked the date of admission 2. One lacked the name, address and phone number of the emergency contact. 3. Two lacked the address of the emergency contact 4. One lacked the phone number for the people that can pick up the child 5. All lacked the required new information regarding special needs and water activities 6. Three lacked a shot record 7. One lacked a vision and hearing screening
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High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
Of the 10 children's records evaluated, 4 were behind with immunizations.
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High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
The following information was missing from the operational policies: 1. Procedures for handling medical emergencies 2 Procedures for parental notifications 3. Procedures for parents to review the most recent Licensing inspection report and a copy of Minimum Standards 4. The correct contact information for the local Licensing office and website 5. Emergency Preparedness plan 6. Requirements for staff vaccinations 7. Procedures for providing inclusive services for children with special care needs 8. Statement that the center is in a gang free zone. 9. Staff requirements for recognizing, reporting the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, things the center will do to increase staff and parent awareness. 10. Benefits of outdoor play, type of activities the children will participate in while outside, recommended clothing and footwear and the plan for physical activity when the weather prevents the children from going outside
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Medium High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
Of the 7 staff records evaluated, 5 have not completed an orientation to the center.
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