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Texas Kids Childcare

Child care center · 2520 N MASON RD, Katy, TX 77449-3054 · License 1566376

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 307. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (312)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
During an investigation, it was determined that the method that the caregiver reached and placed the children on the cot was inappropriate.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The annual fire inspection had not been conducted. The last annual fire inspection was last conducted on 08/31/2023.
3 746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
Eight infants did not have the updated written infant feeding instructions. The instructions last signed by a parent were some in August and others in September.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Infant 3 had 6 infants in care with 1 caregiver. The specified age group (SAG) was 14 months. Toddler 1 had 14 children in care with 2 caregivers. The SAG was 17 months. Both classrooms had 1 child over the child/caregiver ratio.
3 746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - Special School-age Permissions
Two children's records lacked the school age information.
4 746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
A caregiver did not wash hands after removing the glove. This was corrected at the inspection when the inspector pointed it out. The caregiver washed her hands.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There was one child's record that lacked the updated immunization record for the age of the child.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground which was not reported to Child Care Regulation.
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Two caregivers did not have the educational qualifications on file. One caregivers document was received during the inspection.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children's files required the health statement from a health care professional.
5 746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The thermometers in van 1 and 3 were not working properly. This was corrected at the inspection when the director replaced them.
Yes
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The operation staff lacked judgment when it leased a dunk tank that was set on concrete with no other safety precautions taken. In addition, a substance was used on the slip n slide to create bubbles.
3 746.2207(d) - Screen Time Activities - Homework
It was determined that children in care had access to personal electronic devices which were not used for school work/homework.
4 746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
There was a crib in infant 3 classroom that was blocking the door. This was corrected at inspection when the crib was moved away from the door.
Yes
4 746.2909(4) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
There were 2 classrooms which had the cots arranged with no space for the caregiver and the children to walk in between. This was corrected during the inspection when the director and caregivers moved the cots.
Yes
4 746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
The caregiver was working on paperwork. It was during nap/rest period, and most all of the children were awake.
3 746.603(a)(1) - Children's Records - Enrollment Agreement
Two children's admission forms used were outdated. The admission forms do not capture the required minimum standards changes of March 2023.
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
Three caregivers' personnel file had the educational documents translated to English; however, they lacked the U.S. education equivalent on file.
4 746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
A caregiver in care of a group of children on the playground was seen using personal cell phone.
4 746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
The caregiver was working on paperwork. It was during nap/rest period, and most all of the children were awake.
1 746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
One child's admission record that met the requirement lacked a vision and hearing screening in the file.
2 746.307(e) - Parental Notification of Infestation
Based on the preponderance of evidence, there is sufficient evidence to support that the operation did not notify the parents when there was an outbreak of lice.
4 746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
The caregiver in Infant 3 classroom was providing the infants the snacks on their hands. The process continued after each infant ate it and reached out for more. This was corrected during the inspection when the inspector stopped the method of serving. The caregiver placed a napkin down on the table and placed the snack on it for the children to reach and eat it.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There were 4 children's records that lacked the updated immunization record for the age of the child.
5 746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Based on the preponderance of evidence, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground without parental notification on the day of the incident.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
During an investigation, it was determined that the method that the caregiver reached and placed the children on the cot was inappropriate.
2 746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
The operational policies state the parents must obtain management approval to enter the classrooms.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There were three children's records that lacked the updated immunization record for their current age.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver in the Schooler A classroom had 27 children in care with SAG of 4 years old. The child/caregiver ratio for 1 caregiver is 18 with SAG of 4 year of age. The classroom was out of ratio by 9 children. A management assistant entered the classsroom to assist the caregiver.
5 746.1205(a)(4) - 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 preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
There were four infants that lacked the updated written feeding instructions from the parent.
3 746.601(b) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Parents
The parent's name was on the admission form. The parent was not provided access to the child's records when requested. It was provided after further documentation was received by the operation.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
The toddler classroom had one caregiver to 10 children ni care. The specified age group (SAG) was 20 months. The director made changes and moved the children to a classroom that had less children in care.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Nine children's files lacked the updated immunization record.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
The caregiver assigned to a group of children playing outdoors did not intervene appropriately.
3 746.3301(g) - Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar
The operation served sweetened (chocolate) milk at lunch. Hersey's syrup was used in the milk.
4 746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
Based on the preponderance of evidence, there is sufficient evidence that a caregiver sprayed a fragrance product in the air above the children while the children were napping in a classroom which caused an irritation in a child's eye.
4 746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
A caregiver did not wash hands after removing the glove and replacing it with a new one.
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
Three caregivers' personnel file lacked the translation and U.S. education equivalent on file.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There were 4 children's records that lacked the updated immunization record for the age of the child.
4 746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
A caregiver in care of a group of children on the playground was seen using personal cell phone.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
There were four infants that lacked the updated written feeding instructions from the parent.
3 746.601(b) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Parents
The parent's name was on the admission form. The parent was not provided access to the child's records when requested. It was provided after further documentation was received by the operation.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
During an investigation, it was determined that the method that the caregiver reached and placed the children on the cot was inappropriate.
2 746.307(e) - Parental Notification of Infestation
Based on the preponderance of evidence, there is sufficient evidence to support that the operation did not notify the parents when there was an outbreak of lice.
4 746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
The caregiver was working on paperwork. It was during nap/rest period, and most all of the children were awake.
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
Three caregivers' personnel file had the educational documents translated to English; however, they lacked the U.S. education equivalent on file.
5 746.1205(a)(4) - 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 preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The operation staff lacked judgment when it leased a dunk tank that was set on concrete with no other safety precautions taken. In addition, a substance was used on the slip n slide to create bubbles.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There was one child's record that lacked the updated immunization record for the age of the child.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There were three children's records that lacked the updated immunization record for their current age.
4 746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
There was a crib in infant 3 classroom that was blocking the door. This was corrected at inspection when the crib was moved away from the door.
Yes
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Infant 3 had 6 infants in care with 1 caregiver. The specified age group (SAG) was 14 months. Toddler 1 had 14 children in care with 2 caregivers. The SAG was 17 months. Both classrooms had 1 child over the child/caregiver ratio.
3 746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
Eight infants did not have the updated written infant feeding instructions. The instructions last signed by a parent were some in August and others in September.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
The caregiver assigned to a group of children playing outdoors did not intervene appropriately.
4 746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
The caregiver in Infant 3 classroom was providing the infants the snacks on their hands. The process continued after each infant ate it and reached out for more. This was corrected during the inspection when the inspector stopped the method of serving. The caregiver placed a napkin down on the table and placed the snack on it for the children to reach and eat it.
Yes
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
Three caregivers' personnel file lacked the translation and U.S. education equivalent on file.
1 746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
One child's admission record that met the requirement lacked a vision and hearing screening in the file.
3 746.3301(g) - Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar
The operation served sweetened (chocolate) milk at lunch. Hersey's syrup was used in the milk.
4 746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
The caregiver was working on paperwork. It was during nap/rest period, and most all of the children were awake.
5 746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Based on the preponderance of evidence, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground without parental notification on the day of the incident.
4 746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
A caregiver did not wash hands after removing the glove and replacing it with a new one.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The annual fire inspection had not been conducted. The last annual fire inspection was last conducted on 08/31/2023.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children's files required the health statement from a health care professional.
3 746.2207(d) - Screen Time Activities - Homework
It was determined that children in care had access to personal electronic devices which were not used for school work/homework.
4 746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
Based on the preponderance of evidence, there is sufficient evidence that a caregiver sprayed a fragrance product in the air above the children while the children were napping in a classroom which caused an irritation in a child's eye.
3 746.603(a)(1) - Children's Records - Enrollment Agreement
Two children's admission forms used were outdated. The admission forms do not capture the required minimum standards changes of March 2023.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
The toddler classroom had one caregiver to 10 children ni care. The specified age group (SAG) was 20 months. The director made changes and moved the children to a classroom that had less children in care.
Yes
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Two caregivers did not have the educational qualifications on file. One caregivers document was received during the inspection.
5 746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The thermometers in van 1 and 3 were not working properly. This was corrected at the inspection when the director replaced them.
Yes
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver in the Schooler A classroom had 27 children in care with SAG of 4 years old. The child/caregiver ratio for 1 caregiver is 18 with SAG of 4 year of age. The classroom was out of ratio by 9 children. A management assistant entered the classsroom to assist the caregiver.
3 746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - Special School-age Permissions
Two children's records lacked the school age information.
2 746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
The operational policies state the parents must obtain management approval to enter the classrooms.
4 746.2909(4) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
There were 2 classrooms which had the cots arranged with no space for the caregiver and the children to walk in between. This was corrected during the inspection when the director and caregivers moved the cots.
Yes
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
During an investigation, it was determined that the method that the caregiver reached and placed the children on the cot was inappropriate.
4 746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
A caregiver did not wash hands after removing the glove. This was corrected at the inspection when the inspector pointed it out. The caregiver washed her hands.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Nine children's files lacked the updated immunization record.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground which was not reported to Child Care Regulation.
4 746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
The caregiver was working on paperwork. It was during nap/rest period, and most all of the children were awake.
3 746.603(a)(1) - Children's Records - Enrollment Agreement
Two children's admission forms used were outdated. The admission forms do not capture the required minimum standards changes of March 2023.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver in the Schooler A classroom had 27 children in care with SAG of 4 years old. The child/caregiver ratio for 1 caregiver is 18 with SAG of 4 year of age. The classroom was out of ratio by 9 children. A management assistant entered the classsroom to assist the caregiver.
4 746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
The caregiver in Infant 3 classroom was providing the infants the snacks on their hands. The process continued after each infant ate it and reached out for more. This was corrected during the inspection when the inspector stopped the method of serving. The caregiver placed a napkin down on the table and placed the snack on it for the children to reach and eat it.
Yes
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
The toddler classroom had one caregiver to 10 children ni care. The specified age group (SAG) was 20 months. The director made changes and moved the children to a classroom that had less children in care.
Yes
3 746.3301(g) - Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar
The operation served sweetened (chocolate) milk at lunch. Hersey's syrup was used in the milk.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground which was not reported to Child Care Regulation.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The operation staff lacked judgment when it leased a dunk tank that was set on concrete with no other safety precautions taken. In addition, a substance was used on the slip n slide to create bubbles.
3 746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
Eight infants did not have the updated written infant feeding instructions. The instructions last signed by a parent were some in August and others in September.
4 746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
A caregiver did not wash hands after removing the glove and replacing it with a new one.
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
Three caregivers' personnel file lacked the translation and U.S. education equivalent on file.
2 746.307(e) - Parental Notification of Infestation
Based on the preponderance of evidence, there is sufficient evidence to support that the operation did not notify the parents when there was an outbreak of lice.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The annual fire inspection had not been conducted. The last annual fire inspection was last conducted on 08/31/2023.
1 746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
One child's admission record that met the requirement lacked a vision and hearing screening in the file.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
During an investigation, it was determined that the method that the caregiver reached and placed the children on the cot was inappropriate.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There were three children's records that lacked the updated immunization record for their current age.
5 746.1205(a)(4) - 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 preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the playground.
4 746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
A caregiver did not wash hands after removing the glove. This was corrected at the inspection when the inspector pointed it out. The caregiver washed her hands.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
There was one child's record that lacked the updated immunization record for the age of the child.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Nine children's files lacked the updated immunization record.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
There were four infants that lacked the updated written feeding instructions from the parent.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
The caregiver assigned to a group of children playing outdoors did not intervene appropriately.

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (176)

176 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.

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