7 rules cited at Twinkle Wonders School of Learning changed after some of these citations (marked “rule revised”), so the wording that applied at the time may differ from our plain-English explanation.
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High · Mar 20, 2026 · Inspection
746.3001(3) - Field Trips - Written List of Children
A log was not made a available for review to verify check-ins were completed for children taken on field trips on 3/10, 3/11, 3/12, and3/13
Official text of rule 746.3001
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Apr 2, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Mar 20, 2026 · Inspection
746.601(c) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
Record for one child enrolled was not made available for review upon request.
Official text of rule 746.601
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Apr 2, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Mar 20, 2026 · Inspection
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
The director was still observed to be missing 6 hours of training.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 24, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Low · Mar 20, 2026 · Inspection
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
2 staff were observed to have a photocopied certificate for CPR/1st aid. Neither caregiver was able to provide a copy of the original certificate upon request.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 27, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Apr 2, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Mar 19, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, an infant was placed in a bouncer and remained in the bouncer for approximately 45 minutes before being removed.
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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 19, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the classroom exceeded ratio. There was one caregiver present with 6 children ages 12mo-2yrs old. The specified age group was 12-17 months. The caregiver was over ratio by one.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 19, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.2505(1) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
Based on information obtained during the investigation, there was not enough seating in the classroom resulting in one child being left on the floor during a meal time to wait for an available seat.
In plain English: Toddler areas must have age-appropriate seats, tables, and nap equipment, enough popular toys that toddlers are not forced to compete for them, and low shelves or containers they can reach on their own. Bottles and training cups must be labeled or assigned to each toddler and cleaned and sanitized between uses, and toddlers may never sleep or walk around with them. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 17, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Apr 17, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 19, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
The operation failed to follow their suspension/expulsion policy when disenrolling a child. Updated termination policy states parents would be provided 1 week written notice. The operation did not follow their own policy regarding termination of care and did not have documentation to support parent was provided with the updated handbook
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 19, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to ensure the trash can in their classroom was inaccessible to the children in their care. This resulted in a toddler pulling a used glove out of the trash and playing with it before being noticed by the caregiver.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 19, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, handwashing procedures were not followed when transitioning from play to mealtime and after a child played with garbage.
Official text of rule 746.3419
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.307(b)(1) - AP Parental Communication - Injury Requires Treatment by Health Care Professional or Hospitalization
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to immediately notify the parent of an incident that resulted in the child requiring medical treatment.
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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to wash a child's hands after completing a diaper change.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver used a personal cell phone for browsing social media, while supervising children in care.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to sanitize the diaper changing area following a diaper change.
In plain English: Caregivers must wash their own hands, wash the child's hands after each diaper change, throw away disposable gloves after each change, and sanitize the changing surface after each use (or use a disposable paper liner between back-to-back changes). Soiled diapers must go in covered or sealed containers, soiled clothing must go home in a sealed plastic bag, and caregivers with open wounds or casts or bandages that get in the way of handwashing may not change diapers. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver took a child with special needs to another classroom to complete a diaper change. After completing the diaper change, the caregiver returned to the original classroom carrying an infant. The caregiver did not bring the child with special needs back to the original classroom and instead left the child in the infant room.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to use appropriate judgment by allowing children to play and climb on a stack of nap mats, which resulted in a child being injured while in care.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to wash their hands after removing gloves following a diaper change.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.1203(10) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
Based on information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver responsible for the child at the time of injury failed to inform the incoming caregiver that an incident had occurred involving the child. According to the caregiver, they did not witness the incident and did not believe the information was important to communicate during the transition.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver failed to maintain adequate supervision of the children in their care, including required physical proximity and visual awareness. Documentation reviewed indicates the caregiver left a group of children unsupervised on multiple occasions. Information obtained from staff further indicates that weekend staff are permitted to leave children unsupervised in order to complete other duties. Documentation obtained also verified the caregiver failed to provide an adequate level of supervision for a child in their care with special needs.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 17, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to notify CCR within 48 hours of an injury sustained by a child while in care that required medical treatment. The operation became aware of the child’s medical treatment on 3/14 but did not notify CCR until 3/17. NOTE: An email was sent to the CCR representative 3/16
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- May 1, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Mar 13, 2026 · Investigation (report)
746.501(a)(21) - Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parent Review of Policies
Based on the information obtained, the operation failed to provide parents with the operations updated handbook.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 15, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Jun 8, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
The director did not had not completed 30 hours of training including additional training in management for the 2025-2026 training year. Only 21.75 hours were observed to be completed and available for review
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
The posted daily menu does not include weekend care hours.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 9, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.1319(b) - Block certification training include hours and topics
Doucmentation for one caregiver showed 25 hours of training was completed in one day while children were being cared for.
Official text of rule 746.1319
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 9, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
Based on the information obtained, the operation exceeded their capacity multiple days between 3/2/2026 and 3/5/2026.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 27, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 27, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Low · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
3 staff ncluding the director were observed to have a photocopied certificate for CPR/1st aid. None of the staff were able to provide a copy of the original certificate upon request
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 11, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Transportation training for the director was not observed in the file or made available for review. NOTE: The last documented training certificate available in the file was dated 2022.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 15, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
745.8311(b) - Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effect
There is a variance in effect related to the outdoor play equipment. The conditions are not being followed. The operation has not installed a protective barrier around a beam in the use zone of a slide NOTE: The temporary barrier made of pool noodles and zip ties used prior to the variances approval was still observed on the beam. Several noodles were observed to have been picked apart and were missing pieces.
Official text of rule 745.8311
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 9, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium Low · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
8 records for staff were reviewed inclduding the director, 7 did not have the date of hire listed in their file
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 9, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
47 children were in care including those away from the operation on a field trip. Based on the sign-in logs made available, only 34 children were signed in
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 9, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Several dips were observed in the unitary surfacing used on the playgroud creating tripping hazards. The turf was also observed to be lifting. A half eatten apple was observed on the playground and in the corner near the door, there was a pile of beans and rice. There was a small active ant bed on the playground.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.601(c) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
The paper sigin in/out logs for children in care 3/2-3/5 was not made available for review uon request
Official text of rule 746.601
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 9, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
One caregiver hired 10/2023 had not completed 24 hours of training for the 2024-2025 training year. Only 18.5 hours were observed to be completed and available for review. One caregiver hire 11/2024 only had 10 hours of training for the 2024-2025 training year.
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:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 24, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Low · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.1329(d) - Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
of the 7 staff records reviewed, 3 of the most recent hires did not have signed documentation of completion of orientation, including the signature of who presented the training.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 16, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.3003 - Field Trips - Notification to Parents
The operation notified parents on 3/8 at 3:43pm that there would be a field trip on 3/9. The notice did not include when children would return. Additional field trips planned for 3/10 and 3/13 did not include departure time or return time. A posted notice of the field trip was not posted until after CCR arrived and children departed for field trip. Information on the posting contradicts the information on the permission slip. The permission slip states the field trip is from 9:30 to 4:30. The posting stated it is from 10am-4pm. Children were observed leaving the operation at 10:30am.
Official text of rule 746.3003
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 9, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection
746.3001(3) - Field Trips - Written List of Children
Based on the log provided for children taken on a field trip, one child was not checked in at multiple times throughout the field trip.
Official text of rule 746.3001
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 11, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Mar 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · May 1, 2025 · Inspection
746.5202(5) - Emergency Preparedness Plan-Reunification Plan
(C) The staff responsibility in a sheltering/lock-down emergency for the orderly movement of children to a designated location within the center where children should gather; (F) How children in attendance at the time of the emergency will be accounted for at the designated safe area or alternate shelter. (A) The emergency telephone number that is on file with CCR (B) How you will communicate with local authorities (such as fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, health department), parents and CCR How your staff will evacuate and relocate with the essential documentation How you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 22, 2025
- Correction verified:
- May 22, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · May 1, 2025 · Inspection
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
The operation did not notify CCR prior to changing the space of the operation. NOTE: CCR was notoified at the time of inspection and the operation was remeasured.
In plain English: The center must tell the state in writing before making certain changes, such as moving, adding or reducing indoor or outdoor space, adding a pool, changing the ages served or the hours of operation, or offering new services like transportation or field trips. Advance notice is also required for a planned closure of five or more days in a row (other than national holidays), going out of business, or a change in ownership. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- May 1, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · May 1, 2025 · Inspection
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
Operational polices reviewed did not have information regarding inclusive care for children with special needs.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 22, 2025
- Correction verified:
- May 22, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · May 1, 2025 · Inspection
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Operational policies reviewed did not include information regarding parents rights.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 22, 2025
- Correction verified:
- May 22, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · May 1, 2025 · Inspection
746.4805(d) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - No Overlap
A support beam for a pavilion was observed to be overlapping a slide exit.
In plain English: The use zone in front of the entry and along the sides of a slide must extend at least six feet. In front of the slide exit it must extend at least six feet for slides six feet high or less, and for taller slides it must equal the platform's height above the surfacing, up to eight feet, without overlapping other equipment's use zones. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 3, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Oct 31, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Oct 25, 2024 · Inspection
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
Child's file was reviewed during the inspection has still not created an incident report for a child was placed at risk
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 25, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 29, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Oct 22, 2024 · Inspection
746.201(4) - Designating Director
Operation does not have a qualified director in place. Operation has not had a qualified director since 7/30/2024
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 22, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Nov 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Oct 22, 2024 · Inspection
746.1013(c) - Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Operation has failed to ensure staff are not aware of the careigver in charge. All staff identified one person as the caregiver in charge, the person denied being in charged when asked by CCR.
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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 22, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Nov 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Aug 29, 2024 · Investigation (report)
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, an incident report was not created for an incident that could have placed a child at risk for harm. According to staff, an incident report was not created because the child was not injured.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 8, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 25, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Aug 29, 2024 · Investigation (report)
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, there was a non-routine situation that could have placed a child at risk for harm when the caregiver used their body to restrict the child’s movements. The operation became aware of the incident on 8/20 failed to notify Child Care Regulation of this incident within the required 48hr time frame.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 8, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 25, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Aug 29, 2024 · Investigation (report)
746.2907(a) - Alternate Activity for Non-sleeping Children
Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, children who do not want to sleep are required to remain quiet on their mat. An alternative activity is not provided.
Official text of rule 746.2907
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 8, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 25, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Aug 29, 2024 · Investigation (report)
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
- Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, a caregiver did not use good judgement when they used their body to restrict a child’s movements and force a child to lay down at naptime.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 8, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 25, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jun 13, 2024 · Inspection
746.3407(4) - Sanitize Sleeping Equipment
3 nap mats in use in the pre-k classroom were observed to be torn and could not be properly sanitized.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Jun 13, 2024 · Inspection
746.601(c) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
Caregiver in charge was not able to produce a child's record upon request.
Official text of rule 746.601
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jul 26, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · May 30, 2024 · Inspection
746.3407(4) - Sanitize Sleeping Equipment
Several nap mats in use in the pre-k classroom were observed to be torn and could not be properly sanitized.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 4, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · May 30, 2024 · Inspection
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Feeding instructions for a 6mo old not yet on table food was last updated 3/4/24
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 4, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · May 30, 2024 · Inspection
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Three month old was observed to be sleeping in a baby swing.
In plain English: An infant may not sleep in a restrictive device unless the center has a completed Sleep Exception Form with a health-care professional's signed statement that it is medically necessary. Without that form, if an infant falls asleep in such a device, the caregiver must move the infant to a crib as soon as possible. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 30, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · May 30, 2024 · Inspection
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Caregiver did not know accurate head count. Children had to be lined up to verify count. Caregiver stated multiple times that there were 13 children in care, inspector headcount noted 12. Caregiver forgot child went home.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 30, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · May 30, 2024 · Inspection
746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
A "BOPPY" newborn lounger recalled on 9/23/2021 was observed in the infant room.
In plain English: The center must check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall list and keep recalled children's products out of the center, except antiques or items being repaired that children cannot use or reach. Each year it must certify in writing on a state form that it has done this, and it must post a notice telling parents and staff how to find the recall list. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 30, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · May 30, 2024 · Inspection
746.601(c) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
Caregiver in charge was not able to produce a childs record upon request.
Official text of rule 746.601
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 30, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · May 7, 2024 · Inspection
746.3407(4) - Sanitize Sleeping Equipment
Several nap mats in use in the pre-k classroom were observed to be torn and could not be properly sanitized.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 21, 2024
- Correction verified:
- May 30, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · May 7, 2024 · Inspection
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
One caregivers received CPR training online with no hands-on training or assessment.
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:
- May 28, 2024
- Correction verified:
- May 30, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · May 7, 2024 · Inspection
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Feeding instructions for a 6mo old not yet on table food was last updated 3/4/24
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 7, 2024
- Correction verified:
- May 30, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · May 7, 2024 · Inspection
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation has not received an inspection from the Fire Marshal. Last inspection was dated 3/30/2023
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:
- Jun 4, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 13, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Health statement was missing on file for two records checked.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Aug 15, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Aug 16, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium Low · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
Date of admission was missing on file for two children and this was corrected during inspection.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Aug 8, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Physicians information was missing on file for three files checked.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Aug 15, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Aug 16, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
One child who was on a table chair did not have any safety belt on. Another child in the same room had her seat belt on one leg. This was corrected durng inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Aug 8, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Aug 8, 2023 · Inspection
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Emergency Medical Authorization was missing on file for three files checked.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Aug 15, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Aug 16, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Dec 28, 2022 · Inspection
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
The transportation van does not have a child safety alarm installed. The van is currently being used to transport children to and from school.
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:
- Jan 18, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jan 10, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 29, 2022 · Inspection
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
A caregiver in the 17m-2yr. old classroom did not wash a child hands after changing the child's diaper.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 29, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Dec 9, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 29, 2022 · Inspection
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver in the 17m-2yr. old classroom did not wash their hands after changing the child's diaper.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 29, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Dec 9, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 29, 2022 · Inspection
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
There is a hole in the sheet rock (wall) in the 17m-2yr. old classroom that is accessible to the children. The hole is large enough to place an adult or child's finger into.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 6, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Dec 8, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Nov 29, 2022 · Inspection
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A former employee was observed at the operation and providing care to 7 children between the ages of 3yrs. and 4yrs. old. The former employee was observed on the playground as the only caregiver. The former employee's background check status displays "inactive". Note: The Director has the person leave the operation during the inspection. The Director submitted the background check today 11/29/2022 during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 29, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 29, 2022 · Inspection
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An electrical outlet cover is missing from the electrical outlet in the 17m-2yr. old classroom. Note: Correction was made during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 29, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Oct 20, 2022 · Inspection
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Four children records reviewed were missing the following information on their admission forms: -Authorization for medical attention -Special needs acknowledgment -Address for emergency contact person -School information for a school age child
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 24, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Oct 21, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jul 27, 2022 · Inspection
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
A staff record reviewed what missing proof of education, such as a high school diploma.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised August 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 29, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Aug 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Low · Jul 27, 2022 · Inspection
746.1329(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's Qualifications
Three staff files reviewed were missing the trainer's qualifications on their annual training certificates. Note: Corrections were made during the inspection. The trainer qualifications were verified on the texas trainer registry website.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jul 27, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jul 27, 2022 · Inspection
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
The activity schedule was not posted in the infant and toddler classroom. Note: Corrected during inspection.
In plain English: The center must post each group's activity plan in a prominent place where parents and others can see it. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jul 27, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · May 26, 2022 · Inspection
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
A personnel records evaluation checklist for a new hire employee was not made available for review during the inspection. Note: Correction made during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- May 26, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · May 26, 2022 · Inspection
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A potential caregiver was observed at the operation caring for 8 children between the ages of 19m and 2 years old with a pending background check status. The potential caregiver was left alone in the classroom to provide care to the children. Another caregiver was observed walking into this classroom at the same time inspector entered to assist.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 30, 2022
- Correction verified:
- May 27, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Apr 25, 2022 · Inspection
746.2907(a) - Alternate Activity for Non-sleeping Children
A four year old child was observed on their personal tablet, engaging in screen time during the naptime period. Note: The tablet was taken from the child during the inspection.
Official text of rule 746.2907
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Apr 25, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Apr 25, 2022 · Inspection
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The probation letter was not posted during the inspection. Also, the ratio check was not completed in the infant classroom. Also, a personnel records evaluation checklist for a new hire employee was not made available for review during the inspection. Also, the Director has not completed a monthly observation of a caregiver to ensure compliance with Minimum Standards discussed the previous month. Note: The probation letter was posted during the inspection. The ratio check was completed during the inspection. The personnel checklist was completed and made available for review during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 29, 2022
- Correction verified:
- May 2, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Apr 25, 2022 · Inspection
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
There was not adequate lighting in the infant room during naptime. The light was off where the following was observed: a child napping, a child sitting in a swing, and the caregiver feeding a child. The lighting in the area where another child was playing was on but did not provide enough lighting for the entire room. Note: The caregiver turned on the light in the classroom during the inspection.
In plain English: Caregivers may dim the lights during naptime, but there must be enough light to see every child in the group at all times. The rule counts lighting as enough if a person entering the room can see without waiting for their eyes to adjust. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Apr 25, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Apr 25, 2022 · Inspection
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
There was not adequate walk space in between cots during naptime in the 3y to 5y old classroom. Note: The caregiver arranged the cots to provide walk space during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Apr 25, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Mar 22, 2022 · Inspection
746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
One child present in the infant room was not signed in on the attendance log. Also, four children present from the toddler classroom were not signed in on the attendance log. Note: The Director signed the children in on the Brightwheel app.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Mar 22, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Mar 22, 2022 · Inspection
745.621(b)(1)(A) - AP Renewal background checks submitted -No later than 5 yrs from date last submitted subjects initial or renewal fingerprint-based criminal hist check
The operation failed to submit a renewal for a staff member who is currently employed background check no later than 5 yrs from the date last submitted. The background check was last submitted on 1/31/2017.
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:
- Mar 24, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Mar 24, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Mar 22, 2022 · Inspection
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
There is not a recent fire inspection report on file. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/11/2021.
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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Mar 29, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Mar 28, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Jan 5, 2022 · Inspection
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A child age 10 years old was observed laying on the floor in a classroom. The child was observed not supervised and the child was observed playing on their cellphone. Note: The child was placed in a classroom with a teacher so supervision can be maintained.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 5, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 7, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Dec 30, 2021 · Inspection
746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
One caregiver was observed sitting in between a door. 2 children were outside of the classroom and the other 6 children were inside the room napping. In the preschool and pre-k room. One caregiver was observed supervising 2 classrooms. There were 8 children in the pre-k room and 10 children in the pre school room.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 30, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Jan 5, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Dec 30, 2021 · Inspection
746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
A diaper change was observed.The caregiver did not wash their hands or the infants hands until prompted.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 30, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Jan 5, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Dec 16, 2021 · Inspection
746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
A caregiver did not change a child's soiled pull-up promptly. The child's poop started to show through their clothes. Note: The caregiver immediately changed the child's pull-up and clothes when prompted to do so.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 16, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 30, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Dec 16, 2021 · Inspection
746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
A child was observed unsupervised during nap time in the preschool classroom. The child was the only child in this classroom sleeping. The caregiver was observed sitting in the door way of two classrooms (preschool and pre-k) while supervising the group of children in these classrooms. There were a total of 15 children between the ages of 2yr and 5yr old observed.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 16, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 30, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Dec 7, 2021 · Assessment
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The operation's current director was designated in April of 2021 and has not maintained director responsibilities. The current director has been observed in the classrooms caring for children during inspections conducted to the operation.
In plain English: 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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 7, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 16, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Dec 7, 2021 · Assessment
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
The Plan of Action Binder Checklist was not completed during the inspection for review.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 7, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 16, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.2201(a) - Planned Activities Designed to Meet Individual Needs
Planned activities were not provided for one school aged child with special needs. The Owner brought the child into the office and the child was observed playing games on a Nintendo Switch until the other school age children arrived at the operation. Note: The Owner brought the child outdoor to play with other children when addressed.
Official text of rule 746.2201
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Observed a 9 month old holding the caregiver's cellphone and engaging in screen time. Note: The caregiver removed the cellphone from the child when prompted to do so.
In plain English: 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
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A caregiver responsible for the 4y-6y age group left the classroom and the children they were responsible for unsupervised.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 2, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
A caregiver responsible for the 4y-6y group did not know the number of children present. There were a total of 7 children present. The caregiver stated there were 8 children present.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 2, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
In the 12m to 16m classroom, an electrical outlet cover was missing from the outlet and accessible to the children. Note: The caregiver placed a cover into the outlet when prompted to do so.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Two of three children records evaluated were lacking the following from their admission forms: (3)Date of the child s admission to the child-care center; (6)Address of another responsible individual (friend or relative) who should be contacted in an emergency when the parent cannot be reached
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 18, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 19, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Two children in the 18m to 23m classroom were observed sitting in table chairs without the safety straps fastened. Note: The caregiver removed the children from the table chairs when correction was addressed.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Children in the 4y to 6y old classroom were observed sitting in chairs for a period of time without an activity. Note: The caregiver gave the children an activity to complete that follows the activity schedule posted.
In plain English: The center, the director, or each caregiver must write an activity plan that meets the state's content requirements, and the caregivers for each group must follow it. The plan must include every child in the group, including children with special care needs. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
Children in the 4y to 6y old classroom was observed out of control.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Dec 2, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 17, 2021 · Inspection
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Observed a caregiver's purse and coffee cup sitting on the shelf and accessible to the children in the 18m to 23m classroom. Note: The caregiver removed their purse from the shelf, placing it on a higher shelf, making it inaccessible to the children. The caregiver also removed the coffee cup from the shelf, placing it on a higher shelf, making it inaccessible to the children.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
The center director does not have 2 hours of transportation training. The center director transports the children to and from school.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 10, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 11, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies handbook is missing the following, specified in Subchapter 746.501: (a)You must develop written operational policies and procedures that at a minimum address each of the following: (9)Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in subchapter H of this chapter (relating to Basic Requirements for Infants) that relate to sleep requirements and restrictions, including sleep positioning, and crib requirements and restrictions, including mattresses, bedding, blankets, toys, and restrictive devices; (22) Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; (23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; (b)You must also inform the parents that: (2)Under the Texas Penal Code any area within 1,000 feet of a child -care center is a gang-free zone, where criminal offenses related to organized criminal activity are subject to a harsher penalty. You may inform the parents by: (A)Providing this information in the operational policies [Low]; (B)Distributing the information in writing to the parents [Low]; or (C)Informing the parents verbally as part of an individual or group parent orientation. [Low]
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 12, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Observed an infant bottle that was not labeled with the child's name. Note: The infant bottle was labeled with the child's name during the inspection.
In plain English: Caregivers must hold infants up to six months old, and older infants who cannot sit up on their own, while feeding them, and must never prop a bottle. Bottles and cups must be labeled with the infant's first name and last initial, infants may not walk around or sleep with a bottle or cup, the hand-washing sink and diaper-changing surface may not be used for food or bottle preparation, and high chair trays must be sanitized before each use. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 9, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Four infants who is not ready for table food does not have updated infant feeding instruction sheets.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 12, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 16, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
The napping equipment in the toddler and pre-k classroom did not have sufficient walk space in between each cot. Note: The napping equipment was rearranged to create sufficient walk space between each cot during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 9, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
The food allergy list posted did not have a child's name listed on it that has a diagnosed food allergy. Note: The child with a diagnosed food allergy name was added to the posted food allergy list during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 9, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
The infant room was observed to have one caregiver responsible for 5 children aged 0-11 months old. The specified age group of the children was 10 months old. Note: After this deficiency was brought to the attention of the Owner, another caregiver was instructed to go into the classroom so that child/caregiver ratio can be maintained.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 9, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
The operation's emergency preparedness plan was missing the following: (1)Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down of children including: (B)How children will be evacuated or relocated to the designated safe area or alternate shelter, including specific procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments; (F)How children in attendance at the time of the emergency will be accounted for at the designated safe area or alternate shelter; (2)Communication, including: (B)How you will communicate with local authorities (such as fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, health department), parents and us; (3)How your staff will evacuate and relocate with the essential documentation including: (C)The child tracking system information for children in care; (4)How your staff will continue to care for the children until each child has been released; and (5)How you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted. Note: This information was added to the emergency preparedness plan during the inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 9, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A child with a diagnosed food allergy that requires an epipen does not have a food allergy emergency plan on file at the operation.
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:
- Nov 12, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Two of three children records evaluated were lacking the following from their admission forms: (3)Date of the child s admission to the child-care center; (6)Address of another responsible individual (friend or relative) who should be contacted in an emergency when the parent cannot be reached
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 12, 2021
- Correction verified:
- Nov 17, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Nov 9, 2021 · Inspection
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
It was determined the operation has not been testing the carbon monoxide detector but was documenting that the detector was tested. Note: The carbon monoxide detector was tested during the inspection and is working properly.
In plain English: If the center uses electric or battery-operated carbon monoxide detectors, it must test them monthly, put in new batteries at least once a year, and record the dates and the name of the employee who did the work. If the detectors are tied into an alarm system, the monitoring company or fire marshal must test the system at least once a year, and the center must keep the latest report and make any fixes it calls for. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Nov 9, 2021
- Technical assistance given:
- No