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Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77034

Zahiya Academy

8830 GALVESTON RD, Houston, TX 77034 · (832) 400-4518 · State permit no. 1821065

Between Oct 23, 2025 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Zahiya Academy for 29 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 4 routine inspections and 4 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 2 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.501 (12 times, most recently Oct 23, 2025).

The state lists Zahiya Academy as serving pre-kindergarten and school-age children, open 07:30 AM to 03:30 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: School Age Care. Program type: Child Care Program.

Violations by state risk weight

Of the 29 violations at Zahiya Academy, 2 fall under rules Texas weights High and 11 under Medium High; the state sets each rule’s weight by the risk a violation poses to children. How weights work

WeightViolationsShare
High27%
Medium High1138%
Medium1241%
Medium Low310%
Low13%

Compared with other Houston licensed child care centers

Zahiya Academy had 29 violations since Oct 23, 2025, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 6.3 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.

Violations since Oct 23, 2025: Zahiya Academy 29, Houston five-year median 11This daycare29Houston median11

Repeat issues

5 rules were cited more than once at Zahiya Academy since Oct 23, 2025.

RuleTimesWhat the rule covers
746.501
Medium		12The 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
Most recent: Oct 23, 2025 · first: Oct 23, 2025
746.4305
Medium High		3The 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
Most recent: Aug 21, 2026 · first: Oct 23, 2025
746.3401
Medium High		2The center must have a sanitation inspection by a local sanitation official before its first permit and at least once every 12 months, unless it is in a public school building run by the local school district. If no inspection is available, the center must get written proof of that from a sanitation official or county judge and keep it at the center. Official rule text
Most recent: Nov 21, 2025 · first: Oct 23, 2025
746.5101
High		2The 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
Most recent: Nov 21, 2025 · first: Oct 23, 2025
746.5202
Medium High		2The center's written emergency plan must explain how staff will evacuate, relocate, or shelter and lock down children, including children under 24 months and those who need extra help, and how every child will be accounted for. It must also cover how the center will contact authorities and parents, bring each child's emergency contacts and medical authorization, keep caring for children until they are picked up, and reunite them with parents. Official rule text
Most recent: Oct 23, 2025 · first: Oct 23, 2025

Year by year

Routine inspections and violations per year at Zahiya Academy, 2025 to 20261232025362026
YearRoutine inspectionsAll state visitsViolations
2025 (from Oct 23)1223
2026366

Every state visit

8 visits on record since Oct 23, 2025, newest first, including visits that found nothing.

DateTypeRules checkedViolations
Oct 19, 2026Assessment1Pending with the state
Sep 1, 2026Assessment11
Aug 21, 2026Inspection1451
Apr 8, 2026Inspection1None
Mar 6, 2026Inspection5533
Jan 20, 2026Assessment11
Nov 21, 2025Assessment22
Oct 23, 2025Inspection126421

“Pending”: the state has not posted the outcome.

All 29 violations, newest first

Medium High · Sep 1, 2026 · Assessment

746.201(4) - Designating Director

The operation does not have a listed director as of 7/14/2026.

In plain English: 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Sep 15, 2026
Correction verified:
Oct 19, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Aug 21, 2026 · Inspection

746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space

The operations playground fence was observed with a broken panel. Note: Photos were taken.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Aug 28, 2026
Correction verified:
Sep 23, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Mar 6, 2026 · Inspection

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

A dishwasher was observed 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 27, 2026
Correction verified:
Mar 24, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Mar 6, 2026 · Inspection

746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space

The operations playground fence was observed with broken panels. Note: Photos were taken.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 27, 2026
Correction verified:
Mar 24, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Mar 6, 2026 · Inspection

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

A two year old student was observed seated in a high chair without the required safety straps. Note: This was corrected when the straps were fastened.

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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Mar 6, 2026
Correction verified:
Apr 8, 2026
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium Low · Jan 20, 2026 · Assessment

746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

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.

In plain English: 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Jan 27, 2026
Correction verified:
Jan 21, 2026
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Nov 21, 2025 · Assessment

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

The operation did not have the required fire inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 4, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Nov 21, 2025 · Assessment

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

The operation did not have the required sanitation inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Dec 1, 2025
Correction verified:
Dec 5, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.405(a) - Required posting of Emergency Telephone numbers

The operation did not have emergency telephone numbers posted.

Official text of rule 746.405

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

The operational policy did not contain the promotion of physical activity.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No
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Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.4135(c) - Children's Products-Posting of CPSC website

The operation did not have the CPSC website posted.

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:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(21) - Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parent Review of Policies

The operational policy did not contain the procedures for the parent review of policies.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 10, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.5202(2) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Communication Procedures

The emergency preparedness plan did not contain the emergency telephone number.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium Low · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name

The operation did not have the list of current employees posted. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Corrected at inspection:
Yes
Correction date:
Oct 23, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(28) - Written Operational Policies - Vaccine Preventable Diseases

The operational policy did not contain the vaccine preventable diseases section.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights

The operational policy did not contain the parent rights section.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

High · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

The operation did not have the required fire inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services

The operational policy did not contain a supporting inclusive services section.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(6) - Written Operational Policies - Parental Notifications

The operational policy did not contain the parental notification section.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space

The playground fence was observed with missing wooden panels and broken panels. Note: A photo was taken.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 7, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Low · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(b) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents Areas Within 1000 feet of Center is a Gang Free Zone

The operational policy did not inform parents areas within 1000 feet of center is a gang free zone.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion

The operational policy did not contain the suspension and expulsion section.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium Low · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(22) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Parent Participation

The operational policy did not contain the procedures for parent participation.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

The emergency preparedness plan did not contain the name and address of the alternate shelter away from the center.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium High · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

Animal excrement was observed on the playground.

In plain English: 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

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(5) - Written Operational Policies - Emergencies

The operational policy did not contain a emergency section.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium High · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

The operation did not have the required sanitation inspection.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
Yes

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect

The operational policy did not contain the preventing and responding to abuse and neglect section.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 3, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

Medium · Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection

746.501(a)(23) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures parents access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline, and HHSC website

The operational policy did not contain the procedures for parents to access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline and the HHSC website.

Plain-English explanation above

Corrected at inspection:
No
Correction date:
Nov 6, 2025
Correction verified:
Nov 21, 2025
Technical assistance given:
No

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This page reports the state’s records for Zahiya Academy; 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).