3611 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Houston, TX 77005 · (713) 664-8111 · State permit no. 63895
Between Oct 20, 2021 and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited West University United Methodist School for 10 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 6 routine inspections and 2 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 2 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.5205 (4 times, most recently May 17, 2023).
The state lists West University United Methodist School as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: Accredited, Snacks Provided, Skill Classes, Part Time Care. Program type: Child Care Program.
All 10 violations, newest first
One rule cited at West University United Methodist School changed after some of these citations (marked “rule revised”), so the wording that applied at the time may differ from our plain-English explanation.
High · Sep 4, 2024 · Inspection
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver was observed with a group of 8 children ages 14-18 months old. The caregiver did not have an eligible background check. Note: The caregiver was removed from the class during this inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 4, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Sep 4, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Sep 6, 2023 · Inspection
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.
In plain English: 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
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 15, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Sep 6, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Sep 6, 2023 · Inspection
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
Two staff members who care for children under 24 months need training in the following topics: -Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. -Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). -Understanding early childhood brain development.
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 · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 8, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Sep 7, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · May 17, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
Based on the information obtained during the course of this investigation, it was determined the operation had not conducted a lock down drill for the 2022-2023 school year.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 25, 2023
- Correction verified:
- May 26, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · May 17, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Documentation of safety drills was not available for review during this inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 25, 2023
- Correction verified:
- May 25, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · May 17, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
Based on the information obtained during the course of this investigation, it was determined the operation had not conducted a sheltering drill for severe weather for the 2022-2023 school year.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 25, 2023
- Correction verified:
- May 26, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · May 17, 2023 · Investigation (report)
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Based on the information obtained during the course of this investigation, it was determined the operation had not conducted for monthly fire drills for the 2022-2023 school year.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 25, 2023
- Correction verified:
- May 25, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Sep 23, 2022 · Assessment
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: One child needed an updated immunization record. One child needed a food allergy emergency plan signed by the parent and physician.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 3, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Sep 26, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Sep 7, 2022 · Inspection
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: One child needed an updated immunization record. One child needed a food allergy and special needs statement. One child needed a food allergy emergency plan signed by the parent and physician.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 16, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Sep 23, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Sep 7, 2022 · Inspection
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
One caregiver was observed caring for a group of nine children ages 18 months-2 years old. The caregiver did not have an active background check. One caregiver was observed caring for a 18 children ages 4-5 years old. The caregiver did not have an active background check.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 9, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Sep 15, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Source and correctionsThis page reports the state’s records for West University United Methodist School; it is not a rating, a recommendation, or a background check, and may not be used for employment, tenant, credit, or insurance decisions.
Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).