Northstar Preschool

Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation’s child-care program

“A child’s file was missing the healthcare statement.”

Rule 746.611(a)(1). Low, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 7, 2026. Correction verified: Oct 2, 2026.

Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

“At the time of inspection several classrooms were observed to have cleaning supplies that were accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection by having staff place the supplies out of reach.”

Rule 746.3407(12). High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 16, 2025.

Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

“At the time of inspection the school age outdoor activity area was observed to be in need of maintenance. A portion of the wooden fence had protruding nails, a large amount of dead insects and bird feces was observed on the concrete and equipment. A dismantled barbecue grill was observed on the patio.as well as 2 water hoses that would be accessible if children were present.”

Rule 746.4751(c). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 16, 2025.

Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

“It was determined that improper disciplinary methods involving prohibited punishment were used in the discipline of a child.”

Rule 746.2805(3). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 23, 2025. Correction verified: Jul 28, 2025.

Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

“At the time of inspection there were 6 documented fire drills for 2025 which did recorded evacuation times over 3 minutes.”

Rule 746.5205(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 23, 2024. Correction verified: Dec 27, 2024.

Required Admission Information-Child’s allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan

“At the time of inspection one child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have an emergency response plan in their file.”

Rule 746.605(15). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 23, 2024. Correction verified: Dec 27, 2024.

Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries

“It was determined that staff did not notify parents of an incident involving a child’s minor injury which occurred while in care at the operation.”

Rule 746.307(c). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 23, 2024. Correction verified: Sep 23, 2024.

Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

“It was determined that a caregiver used prohibited punishment (grabbing) when disciplining a child.”

Rule 746.2805(3). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 5, 2024. Correction verified: Sep 10, 2024.

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

“It was determined that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement or self-control in the discipline of children.”

Rule 746.1201(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 4, 2023. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2023.

Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling

“It was determined that a caregiver did yell at children while disciplining.”

Rule 746.2805(5). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 4, 2023. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2023.

Prohibited Punishments - Withholding Active Play

“It was determined that a caregiver withheld active play from children as a form of punishment.”

Rule 746.2805(9). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 4, 2023. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2023.

Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

“It was determined that there was mold growth at the operation affecting over 3000 sq ft of the facility including floors/walls.”

Rule 746.3407(9). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 15, 2023. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2023.