Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77061
Between Oct 6, 2023 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Unique Learners Academy for 27 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 19 routine inspections and 10 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 9 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.1205 (4 times, most recently Jun 24, 2026).
The state lists Unique Learners Academy as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 05:00 AM to 06:30 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat). Programs on file: School Age Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Drop-In Care, Part Time Care, Transportation to/from School, Weekend Care, Field Trips, Night Care. Program type: Child Care Program.
Of the 27 violations at Unique Learners Academy, 9 fall under rules Texas weights High and 10 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 | 9 | 33% |
| Medium High | 10 | 37% |
| Medium | 5 | 19% |
| Medium Low | 3 | 11% |
| Low | 0 | 0% |
Unique Learners Academy had 27 violations since Oct 6, 2023, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 0.9 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.
3 rules were cited more than once at Unique Learners Academy since Oct 6, 2023.
| Rule | Times | What the rule covers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 · first: Jun 3, 2025 |
| 746.303 Medium Low | 3 | 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, 2026 · first: Jan 19, 2024 |
| 746.4805 Medium High | 2 | 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 Most recent: Mar 20, 2024 · first: Oct 6, 2023 |
| Year | Routine inspections | All state visits | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 (from Oct 6) | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 2024 | 5 | 10 | 5 |
| 2025 | 7 | 10 | 10 |
| 2026 | 5 | 7 | 9 |
29 visits on record since Oct 6, 2023, newest first, including visits that found nothing.
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2026 | Inspection | 2 | 1 |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Inspection | 1 | None |
| May 21, 2026 | Inspection | 2 | 1 |
| May 18, 2026 | Investigation (report) | 5 | 2 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Inspection | 3 | 1 |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Inspection | 648 | 3 |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Inspection | 60 | None |
| Aug 12, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 8 | None |
| Jul 16, 2025 | Inspection | 6 | None |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Inspection | 1 | 1 |
| Jun 5, 2025 | Inspection | — | None |
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 7 | 5 |
| May 29, 2025 | Inspection | 2 | None |
| May 14, 2025 | Inspection | 3 | 1 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Inspection | 632 | 2 |
| Jan 17, 2025 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Inspection | 1 | None |
| Oct 10, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 4 | None |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Inspection | — | None |
| Oct 4, 2024 | Inspection | 646 | 1 |
| Oct 3, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 2 | None |
| Aug 5, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 2 | None |
| Jun 24, 2024 | Investigation (report) | 2 | None |
| Mar 20, 2024 | Inspection | 521 | 3 |
| Jan 26, 2024 | Inspection | 518 | None |
| Jan 19, 2024 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Dec 14, 2023 | Inspection | 215 | 1 |
| Oct 6, 2023 | Inspection | 1251 | 2 |
High · Jun 24, 2026 · Inspection
Two caregivers did not know the ages of children in their care. This was corrected when the person in charge knew the information for the children in care.
Plain-English explanation above
Medium High · May 21, 2026 · Inspection
One caregiver was observed not knowing the ages of the children she was supervising.
Plain-English explanation above
Medium High · May 18, 2026 · Investigation (report)
There was sufficient evidence to support the allegations that a caregiver disciplined their child at the operation.
Official text of rule 746.2807
High · May 18, 2026 · Investigation (report)
Based on the preponderance of evidence good judgement was not used when a caregiver was videoed using profound language such as cursing in front of children.
In plain English: Every center employee, including staff not counted in the child-to-caregiver ratio, must show competency, good judgment, and self-control around children and treat them with courtesy, respect, and patience. Employees must make sure no child is abused, neglected, or exploited in care, and must report suspected abuse or neglect to the state. Official rule text
Medium High · Apr 30, 2026 · Inspection
A caregiver was observed not washing an infants hands after completing a diaper change. This was corrected when the caregiver washed the infants hands.
Official text of rule 746.3421
Medium · Apr 9, 2026 · Inspection
Five out of five staff folders reviewed were missing the training for preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction.
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
Medium High · Apr 9, 2026 · Inspection
There were several safety concerns on the outdoor play area including a hole in the fence behind a play hose that could allow for a small child to slip through, gates that were open and a broken gate which could allow for a child to get out of the fenced area. There was also trash on the playground.
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
Medium High · Apr 9, 2026 · Inspection
One caregiver was observed not knowing the ages of the four students in care and the information was not posted.
Plain-English explanation above
Medium Low · Jan 21, 2026 · Assessment
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 Survey data, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
Plain-English explanation above
High · Jul 1, 2025 · Inspection
The operations fire inspection permit expired 6/10/2025.
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
Medium High · Jun 3, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support a student was denied early childhood intervention services.
Official text of rule 746.2202
High · Jun 3, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the operation did not notify parent of child exiting the building.
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
Medium High · Jun 3, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Based on the evidence obtained, the school age caregiver prepares food in the kitchen while in ratio.
In plain English: 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
High · Jun 3, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the operation did not report a child exiting the building.
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
High · Jun 3, 2025 · Investigation (report)
Based on evidence obtained during the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support the school age classroom was unsupervised.
Plain-English explanation above
High · May 14, 2025 · Inspection
The infant caregiver was observed leaving the infant classroom unspervised to answer the front door.
In plain English: Infant care must include regular care by the same caregiver when possible, individual attention such as talking, playing, and holding, comforting infants who are upset, and prompt attention to feeding and diapering. The area must be kept free of objects infants or toddlers could choke on, and an infant may never be left unsupervised. Official rule text
High · Apr 30, 2025 · Inspection
The fire extinguisher was observed in the back of the transportation unsecured. Note: Photo was taken.
In plain English: Each vehicle used to transport children must carry a list of the children on board, their emergency medical authorization forms, parent and emergency phone numbers, the center's name and phone number, a fire extinguisher approved by a fire marshal, and a first-aid kit. The driver must have a current driver's license. Official rule text
Medium High · Apr 30, 2025 · Inspection
Bottles were observed on the infant changing table. Note: Pictures were taken during 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
Medium Low · Jan 17, 2025 · Assessment
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
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High · Oct 4, 2024 · Inspection
A three month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.
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
Medium · Mar 20, 2024 · Inspection
The infant and toddler classrooms did not have posted written activity plans.
In plain English: 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
Medium · Mar 20, 2024 · Inspection
One child did not have their most recent immunizations in their file.
In plain English: The center must keep a record for each enrolled child, including the enrollment agreement, admission information, a health statement from a health-care professional, and immunization records, plus items such as sign-in and sign-out records and medication records when they apply. These records must be kept at the center, available during operating hours, generally until three months after the child's last day. Official rule text
Medium High · Mar 20, 2024 · Inspection
The use zones in front of two slides were blocked on the smaller playset.
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Medium Low · Jan 19, 2024 · Assessment
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023 data, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2024, as required.
Plain-English explanation above
Medium · Dec 14, 2023 · Inspection
The operation had not documented their smoke detector or fire extinguisher checks. This was corrected when the director re-checked the items and documented them on the correct licensing form.
In plain English: 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
Medium · Oct 6, 2023 · Inspection
The use zone for the "Jeep" equipment does not extend at least six feet on each side.
In plain English: The use zone around stationary play equipment (other than slides and soft contained play equipment) must extend at least six feet in every direction from the equipment's edge, and it may not overlap other use zones. Official rule text
Medium High · Oct 6, 2023 · Inspection
The use zone in front of the slide did not extend at least six feet.
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Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).