Twinkle Wonders School at Rice Ave

Children’s Records Maintained

“Records were reviewed for 4 children enrolled. Two did not have the address listed for the emergency contact, one did not have the number listed for release authorization, and 1 one did not physcian information or emergency medical authorization.”

Rule 746.603(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 7, 2026. Correction verified: Oct 7, 2026.

Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics

“Staff still not completed training in caring for children with special needs.”

Rule 746.1309(f). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 8, 2026. Correction verified: Sep 8, 2026.

Documentation of Fire Inspection

“Documentation of the most recent fire inspection was not available for review. NOTE: Only the second page was made available. The page that included the findings of the inspection was not available for review.”

Rule 746.5103. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 24, 2026. Correction verified: Aug 17, 2026.

Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

“Rodent droppings were observed on the kitchen floor. A bag of apples was observed to have multiple holes in it. One apple was observed to be chewed. Pieces of apple skin was observed on a container below where the apples were stored. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the apples were thrown away and the droppings were cleaned.”

Rule 746.3407(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 15, 2026.

Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

“Manual and electronic sign in-out log were reviewed for the period of 6/9-6/14. During the period reviewed, multiple children were observed to be signed in and never signed out. One child was observed to be signed out but here is no documentation of when the child signed in.”

Rule 746.631(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jun 17, 2026. Correction verified: Jul 15, 2026.

Smoke-Detection System

“The wired fire alarm pull near the playground door was observed to be activated. Neither the director or owner was aware the alarm had been triggered. The pull was locked in place and could not be reset. NOTE: According to the owner and director, the fire department nor alarm company informed them of the alarm activation.”

Rule 746.5311(a). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jun 9, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 15, 2026.

AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

“Based on the information provided through the DFPS investigation, there is enough information to support negligent supervision. A child was able to exit the operation and was found in the middle of the nearby street by a passerby. The child was away from the operation for approximately 15 minutes before being found and returned to the operation by law enforcement.”

Rule 746.1201(4). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 17, 2026. Correction verified: Sep 3, 2026.

Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for

“Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, there is enough information to support the caregiver was not aware of the children they were responsible for. No written head count with the names of children and time of count was available. The number of children signed in at the time of incident did not match the number of children reported to be in care.”

Rule 746.1205(a)(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jun 17, 2026. Correction verified: Jul 15, 2026.

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 information obtained from the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient information to support a child was able to leave the operation without the caregiver’s knowledge.”

Rule 746.1205(a)(4). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jun 17, 2026. Correction verified: Jul 15, 2026.

Provide care consistent with child’s habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs

“Based on the informed obtained from the DFPS investigation, the caregiver failed to provide an additional level of supervision for a child with known special needs .”

Rule 746.1203(4). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 17, 2026. Correction verified: Sep 3, 2026.

Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics

“Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, staff did not have current training in caring for children with special needs.”

Rule 746.1309(f). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 24, 2026. Correction verified: Sep 3, 2026.

Provide Access to Children’s Records - During Hours of Operation

“Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, staff did not have immediate access to a child?s parent or emergency contact.”

Rule 746.601(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 17, 2026. Correction verified: Sep 3, 2026.

Franchise Tax Delinquent

“Based on information obtained, the operation’s franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?”

Rule 745.247. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 13, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 13, 2026.

Franchise Tax Delinquent

“Based on information obtained, the operation’s franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?”

Rule 745.247. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 11, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 13, 2026.

Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

“Several follow-ups have been conducted and compliance has not been established. NOTE: This standard is being recited”

Rule 746.1003(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 2, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2026.

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

“A spray bottle of bleach/water sanitzer was observed on the sink and in reach of children.”

Rule 746.3407(12). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 2, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2026.

Complying with Laws and Rules

“Based on multiple follow-up inspections resulting in re-cited and new deficiencies, the permit holder has failed to ensure the director and staff are following rules outlined in Minimum Standards. NOTE: This standard is being recited”

Rule 746.201(9). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 2, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2026.

Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

“The toilet in the toddler restroom was observed to be taped “do not use”. The toilet was flushed but the water did not receed.”

Rule 746.3407. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 2, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2026.

Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

“During the inspection, dead roaches were observed to be in toddler restrrom, hallway and kitchen area, mutiple living roaches was observed crawling on the kitchen cabinet and in the hallway floor. and staff area.Rat droppings were observed in the staff area. Dead roaches were also observed to be stuck to a cabinet door”

Rule 746.3407(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 2, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2026.

Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center

“The menu for the month of March was not posted or available for review.”

Rule 746.401(6). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 2, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 17, 2026.

Franchise Tax Delinquent

“Based on information obtained, the operation’s franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?”

Rule 745.247. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 5, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 11, 2026.

Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

“Several follow-ups have been conducted and compliance has not been established.”

Rule 746.1003(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 24, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 2, 2026.

Complying with Laws and Rules

“Based on multiple follow-up inspections resulting in re-cited and new deficiencies, the permit holder has failed to ensure the director and staff follow rules outlined in Minimum Standards.”

Rule 746.201(9). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 25, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 2, 2026.

Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

“During the inspection, dead roaches were observed to be in pre-k room and kitchen area, mutiple living roaches was observed crawling on the kitchen floor and in the 3-compartment sink. Dead roaches, droppings were observed inside and along the seal of the refrigerator located in the garage. NOTE: According to the operation pest control is scheduled but has not been to the operation since 1/2026”

Rule 746.3407(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 3, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 2, 2026.

Pest Extermination

“White powder substance was still observed on several shelfs were food and eating/cooking utensils were stored.”

Rule 746.3427. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 24, 2026. Correction verified: Mar 2, 2026.

Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity

“Two toddler rooms are separated by a half door and wall. One room was empty during the inspection. A child was seen in the empty room with the caregiver, leaving nine other children unsupervised. The caregiver then returned to the group and left the one child unsupervised in the empty room. After returning, the caregiver their back to the child.”

Rule 746.1205(a)(4). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 24, 2026.

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

“A spray bottle of sanitizer (bleach/water solution) was observed to be on a counter near training cups/bottles and near a sink designated for child handwashing accessible to children.”

Rule 746.3407(12). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 24, 2026.

Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food

“A bowl of cut apples was observed to be stored in the refrigerator uncovered.”

Rule 746.3317(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 24, 2026.

Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

“During the inspection, dead roaches were observed to be in pre-k room and kitchen area, a living roach was observed crawling in a drawer under the sink were pots were stored. Dead roaches, droppings and gnats were observed inside and along the seal of the refrigerator located in the garage. NOTE: According to the operation pest control is scheduled but has not been to the operation since 1/2026”

Rule 746.3407(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 24, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 24, 2026.

Pest Extermination

“White powder substance was observed on several shelfs were food and eating/cooking utensils were stored. According to the director, they applied a roach powder to the kitchen to control pest.”

Rule 746.3427. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 24, 2026.

Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area

“The designated hand-wasking sink in the toddler classroom was observed to have a red bucket sitting in it filled with water and a towel. According to the caregiver, the sink and bucket was used to wipe and sanitize the room.”

Rule 746.3503(d). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 24, 2026.

Franchise Tax Delinquent

“Based on information obtained, the operation’s franchise tax status is listed as ?Forfeited Existence.?”

Rule 745.247. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 25, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 26, 2026.

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

“The infant caregiver was observed to be feeding two children oatmeal from the same bowl. The caregiver was also observed to be hand feeding multiple children animal crackers off of one plate.”

Rule 746.1201(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 6, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 17, 2026.

Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection

“During the inspection, the stove was observed to have been used to cook noodles. The stove was previously tagged by the Houston Health Department not to be used. The operation failed to follow restrictions placed by the Health inspector.”

Rule 746.3405. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 6, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 17, 2026.

Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

“During the inspection, several living german roaches were observed crawling around the sink and counter in the infant room and pre-k room, floor of the afterschool/night room. and in the kitchen on the floors, counters and sinks. Several dead roaches and droppings were also observed in the pre-k room and”

Rule 746.3407(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 12, 2026. Correction verified: Feb 17, 2026.

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

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation staff failed to demonstrate good judgement and allowed children to stay in care for several hours during an occurrence where there was no running water in the building. This created a health risk to the children in care who were not able to complete proper handwashing”

Rule 746.1201(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

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 information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to ensure physical proximity while in care of children. Children were left unsupervised when staff needed to use the restroom, answer the door, or complete diaper changing for infants in care.”

Rule 746.1205(a)(4). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information to verify that infants are placed in restrictive devices for more than 15 minutes, and is not associated with meal times.”

Rule 746.2417(2)(B). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, children are placed in highchairs as a form of discipline.”

Rule 746.2805(10). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information available to determine caregivers did not consistently share information about children with the incoming caregiver during a shift change.”

Rule 746.1203(10). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information to verify the operation was out of ratio. One caregiver was left to care for 16-21 children ranging from 3months to 12yrs old.”

Rule 746.1601. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the 18-month age difference was not followed. During evening care hours, there were more than 13 children present in the building, the youngest in care was 3 months old and the oldest in care was 12 years old with one caregiver.”

Rule 746.1605(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation (CCR) the water was shut of resulting in a closure of the operation for multiple days.”

Rule 746.305(a)(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Parental Communication - Program Unsafe

“Based on information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to immediately notify parents of an occurrence that there was no running water in the operation. The City of Houston notified the operation between 2-3pm the water was being shut off, however, the operation only notified parents 7pm that there would be no water the weekend.”

Rule 746.307(b)(5). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs

“Based on review of the available logs for children in care, Children’s sign in/out was not being properly tracked. There were several days where children in care were never signed out.”

Rule 746.603(a)(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Written Operational Policies - Operating Times

“Based on information obtained during the investigation, the operation is not operating 24hrs as indicated in their operational policies. The operation is also not following their policies related to how parents request weekend care.”

Rule 746.501(a)(1). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children’s Records

“During the investigation, the operation failed to provide access to all children’s sign-in/out logs upon request.”

Rule 746.801(1). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 30, 2026. Correction verified: Apr 17, 2026.

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

“Two individuals were observed to be present and incare of children without notification of eligibility from the background check.”

Rule 745.641. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 19, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 20, 2025.

No Asphalt or Concrete Under Climbing Equipment Unless Unitary Surfacing Covers Use Zone

“Two bouce houses were observed to be installed on concrete”

Rule 746.4601(8). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 19, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 20, 2025.

Fenced Outdoor Activity Space

“The operation was observed to be using outdoor space for an inflatable that has not been approved by CCR or is inclosed with a fence. Children present in this space were observed to be under the age of 5yrs old.”

Rule 746.4305. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 19, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 22, 2025.

Inflatables - Enclosed Used According to Manufacturer’s Instructions

“The manufacture instructions for an emclosed inflatable was not observed to be followed. More than 20 children were observed to be on the inflatable at one time and the youngest child playing was 2yrs old. NOTE: The instructions state no more than 6 children at one time and the minumum age is 3yrs old.”

Rule 746.4971(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 19, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 20, 2025.

Inflatables - Open Used According to Manufacturer’s Instructions

“The manufacture instructions for an open inflatable was not observed to be followed. 10 children were observed to be on the inflatable at one time and the youngest child playing was between 3-4 yrs old. NOTE: The instructions state no more than 1 child at a time and the minumum age is 4 yrs old.”

Rule 746.4971(2). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 19, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 20, 2025.

Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care

“The diriver was observed returing from a bus run. After parking driver locked the door and walked inside the building without completing a safety check of the vehicle.”

Rule 746.5625(c). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 8, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2025.

Janitorial duties

“During the walkthrough, one caregiver was observed to be sweeping their room and another caregiver was observed moping their room. Both caregivers were supervising children.”

Rule 746.1203(3)(C). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 8, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2025.

Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training

“The director did not have current traning in transportation. Training expired 3/27/2025”

Rule 746.1301(a)(7)(A). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 10, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2025.

Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

“Based on the review of the fire drills. The operation has not completed an drill in under 3 minutes. All drills were completed in 5 minutes and one took 7 minutes to be completed.”

Rule 746.5205(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 22, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2025.

Nutrition and Food Service - Second Serving

“Children were observed asking for seconds. One child was given more food. The caregiver was told there was no more food for the other children.”

Rule 746.3301(e). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 8, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2025.

Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

“Several dead roaches and droppings were observed on a drawer on on the floor in the kitchen area. One living roach was observed crawing on the drawer.”

Rule 746.3407(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 15, 2025. Correction verified: Dec 19, 2025.

Report Number of Employees

“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”

Rule 746.303(b). Medium Low, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jan 24, 2025. Correction verified: Jan 21, 2025.

Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk

“A 23 mo old was observed eating whole grapes.”

Rule 746.3317(7). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 14, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 22, 2024.

Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

“A child was observed to be watching tv while eating breakfast. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the television was turned off”

Rule 746.2207(c)(4). Medium, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 14, 2024.

Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

“One caregiver was observed with 16 children 2y-6yr. The specified age group was 3yrs old. The caregiver was over ratio by 1.”

Rule 746.1601. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 14, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 22, 2024.

Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident

“2 booster seats manufactured in 2009 and expired 2019 were observed to be on the vehicle. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the booster seats were disposed of during the inspection and new seats were purchased.”

Rule 746.5607(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 14, 2024.

Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

“Staff records were reviewed for 5 caregivers. Training in the following areas: Emergency preparedness Building and physical premise safety hazardous materials abuse and neglect communicable diseases”

Rule 746.1309(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 28, 2024. Correction verified: Sep 10, 2024.

Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required

“Director was observed to be missing the following trainings: Emergency preparedness Building and physical premise safety hazardous materials abuse and neglect communicable diseases Medication Allergy response”

Rule 746.1311(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 28, 2024. Correction verified: Sep 10, 2024.

Children’s Records Maintained

“Records for 10 children was reviewed and observed to be missing the following: 4 did not have a health statement, one signed by the health care provider. 2 did not have address listed for emergency contact. 2 with listed diagnosed food allergies did not have an allergy plan on file. 1 did not have authorization for emergency medical treatment 1 did not have a special needs statement on file.”

Rule 746.603(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 28, 2024. Correction verified: Sep 10, 2024.

Director’s Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge

“The caregiver in charge in the director’s absence did not have access to field trip information requested by Child Care Regulation. The caregiver also could not access the keys to the vehicles used for transportation during the visit.”

Rule 746.1013(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Field Trips - Signed Permission

“One permission slip reviewed for a field trip did not include the child’s name”

Rule 746.3001(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 14, 2024.

Field Trips - Emergency Medical Forms

“Emergency medical authorization for each child transported on a field trip was not available. Emergency and parent contact information was not listed for 2 children.”

Rule 746.3001(2). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 14, 2024.

Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary

“A can of spaghetti sauce dated 5/24/23 was observed to be open in the refrigerator. A gallon of milk dated 8/4/24 was observed in a second refrigerator.”

Rule 746.3317. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food

“A bowl of peeled manderine oranges and a can of tomato sauce was observed to be open and uncovered in the refrigerator. In the freezer, a bag of fish sticks was observed to be open and not properly sealed.”

Rule 746.3317(8). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 14, 2024.

Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

“In the school age room, A ceiling tile was observed to be missing and in need of repair. A large tarp was observed to be falling off of the playground cover.”

Rule 746.3407. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 13, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Sanitize Sleeping Equipment

“Several broken and torn nap mats were observed in the pre-k group and school age group. The torn mats exposed the foam padding underneath and could not be properly sanitized.”

Rule 746.3407(4). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 13, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded

“A box fan was observed to be on the floor and in reach of children.”

Rule 746.3701(3). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Written Activity Plans

“A written activity plan was not observed in the school-age group.”

Rule 746.2203(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

“A television in the school-age group was observed to be on and napmats were observed on the floor. During the walkthrough caregivers were observed removing the school age children and taking them outside. According to the caregiver in charge, they only watched for 15 minutes beucase they didn’t want to sleep.”

Rule 746.2207(c)(4). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 14, 2024.

Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups

“A child was observed to be sleeping with a training cup.Milk was observed in the bottom of the cup. NOTE: The cup was removed from the child during the inspection”

Rule 746.2505(4)(C). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 14, 2024.

Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions

“Menu substitions were not observed to be recorded. The posted menu in the kitchen stated lunch for 8/6 included mangos, carrots, bread, turkey, and ham. Children in care were served spaghetti, manderine, and mixed veggies.”

Rule 746.3313(1). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 7, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center

“A copy of the montly menu was not observed to be posted in a prominent and publicly accessible place.”

Rule 746.401(6). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 6, 2024. Correction verified: Aug 13, 2024.

Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

“The operation failed to operate in compliance with the Minimum Standards regarding training requirements when the director provided altered documentation related to transportation training.”

Rule 746.1003(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 22, 2024. Correction verified: Apr 5, 2024.

Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

“One caregiver did not have current 1st aid training. Training expired 11/30/2023”

Rule 746.1315(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 15, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 18, 2024.

Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

“One caregiver did not have current CPR. Training expired 11/30/2023”

Rule 746.1315(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 15, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 19, 2024.

Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

“Transportation training was not available for the director who provided transportation for children.”

Rule 746.1316(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 15, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 19, 2024.

Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

“Of the 5 records reviewed for children, one did not have the address listed for an emergency contact.”

Rule 746.605(6). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 15, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 18, 2024.

Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

“One caregiver did not have current 1st aid training. Training expired 11/30/2023”

Rule 746.1315(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 12, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 14, 2024.

Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

“One caregiver did not have current CPR. Training expired 11/30/2023”

Rule 746.1315(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 12, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 14, 2024.

Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

“Transportation training was not available for the director who provided transportation for children.”

Rule 746.1316(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 1, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 14, 2024.

Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

“Of the 5 records reviewed for children, one did not have the address listed for an emergency contact.”

Rule 746.605(6). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 20, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 14, 2024.

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

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver was allowed access to children prior to receiving notification of eligibility from the Centralized Background Check Unit. The caregiver provided care to children from 1/29-1/31. The background check was not submitted until 1/30. The operation did not receive results of the background check until 2/12.”

Rule 745.641. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 1, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 1, 2024.

Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised

Rule 746.1003(4). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 1, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 12, 2024.

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

Rule 746.1201(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 1, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 12, 2024.

Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver with no prior experience, hired 1/29/24, was in care of children and counted in ratio before completing at least 8 hours of preservice training.”

Rule 746.1301(a)(2)(A). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Mar 1, 2024. Correction verified: Mar 1, 2024.

Report Number of Employees

“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2024, as required.”

Rule 746.303(b). Medium Low, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jan 19, 2024. Correction verified: Jan 19, 2024.