Big Blue Marble Academy LLC

Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

“Inappropriate discipline was used with a child in care when an employee grabbed a child’s hand hard enough to bruise the child’s hand. Note: The employee was terminated immediately.”

Rule 746.2805(3). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 31, 2023. Correction verified: Sep 14, 2023.

Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children’s Names and Ages

“Two caregivers did not know the ages of the students in the toddler classroom.”

Rule 746.1203(3). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2023. Correction verified: Apr 12, 2023.

Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

“One infant was observed in a chair without the required straps. Note: This was corrected during inspection.”

Rule 746.4501(b). Medium, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2023.

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 evidence obtained during the investigation, the caregivers did not maintain supervision in the toddler classroom.”

Rule 746.1205(a)(4). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 10, 2023. Correction verified: Apr 12, 2023.

Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to indicate parents were not notified of injuries received.”

Rule 746.307(c). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 11, 2023. Correction verified: Apr 12, 2023.

Children’s Records Maintained

“One student record was not available for review.”

Rule 746.603(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 24, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 20, 2023.

Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to indicate the toddler classroom was out of ratio.”

Rule 746.1601. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 5, 2023. Correction verified: Apr 12, 2023.

Policies for Release of Children - Record Identity of Person

“Based on external documentation, the identify of a parent was not recorded during pick up.”

Rule 746.4103(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 10, 2023. Correction verified: Apr 12, 2023.

AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

“One caregiver was allowed to have direct access to the children in care before a complete background check eligibility was received.”

Rule 745.641. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 23, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 23, 2023.

Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children

“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, the caregivers did not maintain supervision allowing a child to be bitten.”

Rule 746.1203(4). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 20, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 30, 2023.

Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics

“Based on external documentation, two caregivers did not receive training in biting to meet the needs of the classroom with biters.”

Rule 746.1309(f). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 27, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 21, 2023.

Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver

“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, curriculum is not followed in the toddler classroom.”

Rule 746.2203(b). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 27, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 30, 2023.

Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

“One student in the threes class was observed not washing hands after using restroom.”

Rule 746.3417(3). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2023.

Children’s Records Maintained

“One student record was not available for review.”

Rule 746.603(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2023.

Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training

“One caregiver did not have the abuse/neglect training signed.”

Rule 746.901(10). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2023.

Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements

“One caregiver did not have proof of education requirements.”

Rule 746.901(2). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2023.

Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment

“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation a caregiver used inappropriate discipline in the classroom.”

Rule 746.2805(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 21, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 30, 2023.

Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk

“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, parents were not notified of inappropriate discipline in the classroom.”

Rule 746.307(b)(4). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 21, 2023. Correction verified: Mar 30, 2023.

CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

“One caregiver did not have the required in person First Aid/CPR training.”

Rule 746.1315(b)(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 13, 2022. Correction verified: Jan 12, 2023.

Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

“The changing pad located in the twos classroom was observed torn.”

Rule 746.3503(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 7, 2022. Correction verified: Jan 13, 2023.

Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used

“One caregiver was observed making a bottle next to the diaper changing pad.”

Rule 746.3503(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 6, 2022.

Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

“One infant did not have the required infant feeding instructions.”

Rule 746.2421(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 13, 2022.

Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

“There was one caregiver caring for 16 children in the morning drop off room. The specified age group was three years old, which makes the room over ratio by one child.”

Rule 746.1601. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 1, 2022. Correction verified: Dec 2, 2022.

Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

“Based on the information obtained the caregivers are not demonstrating competency, good judgment, and self-control while placing students to sleep.”

Rule 746.1201(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 29, 2022. Correction verified: Sep 12, 2022.

Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep

“Based on information received there is a sufficient amount of evidence to suggest that a child was forced to sleep during naptime.”

Rule 746.2905(1). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 29, 2022. Correction verified: Sep 12, 2022.

AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

“A caregiver in the toddler room, who was caring for children, did not have an eligible result from CBCU.”

Rule 745.641. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: May 3, 2022. Correction verified: May 17, 2022.

Written Activity Plans

“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, updated lesson plans were not posted in the toddler and preschool classroom.”

Rule 746.2203(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: May 24, 2022. Correction verified: May 24, 2022.

AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, an ineligible contractor was allowed at the operation for maintenance work on March 9th.”

Rule 745.635(2). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 13, 2022. Correction verified: Apr 25, 2022.

Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair

“The infant classroom was lacking an adult sized chair.”

Rule 746.2405(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 2, 2022.

Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, caregivers in the infant classroom were using the sink to wash bottles and hands.”

Rule 746.2419(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 28, 2022. Correction verified: Mar 29, 2022.

Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, caregivers are not changing students in a timely manner.”

Rule 746.3501(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 28, 2022. Correction verified: Mar 29, 2022.

AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

“One contractor was allowed at the operation before a complete background check eligibility was received.”

Rule 745.641. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 18, 2022. Correction verified: Mar 2, 2022.

Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children’s Names and Ages

“Two caregivers in the toddler classrooms did not know an accurate age of children they were responsible for.”

Rule 746.1203(3). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 6, 2021.

Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment

“The toilet in the two’s and three classrooms contained excrement on the toilet. The wall in the two’s classroom had excrement smeared on the wall.”

Rule 746.3407(11). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 6, 2021.

Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

“The base board in the school age classroom was peeling off of the wall on the left and right side of the room. A wall plug was also observed to be hanging off of the wall. SN: Pictures were taken.”

Rule 746.3407(9). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 13, 2021. Correction verified: Dec 16, 2021.

Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

“The school age playground was observed to have rust and defects. SN: Pictures were taken.”

Rule 746.4751(c). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 9, 2022. Correction verified: Feb 10, 2022.

Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child’s Name

“The toddler mats were observed to be lacking labels.”

Rule 746.4503(b). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 10, 2021. Correction verified: Dec 16, 2021.