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Royalties Childcare

Child care center · 2504 25TH AVE N, Texas City, TX 77590-4661 · License 1691344

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Capacity 68. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (344)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
During the investigation, it was found infant daily reports were not being provided to the parents.
4 746.3407(5) - Sanitize Potty-Chairs
There were two potty chairs observed to not be sanitized after use. There was urine left in the potty chairs.
3 HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
The operation has not informed the parents of their right.
3 746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
The monthly drills have not been documented for December. This was corrected at inspection when the director the drills.
Yes
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
A group of school age children were not being adaquetly supervised when the caregiver was in the other classroom.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a caregiver was seen picking infants up by their arms from the changing table and swinging the infants to their back.
3 746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
Six children files out of six reviewed is missing the child s ability to swim without assistance documentation required by the new admission forms.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Follow Up: The youngest child in the classroom is 14 months old and the oldest child is 4 years old, that is more than an 18 month gap.
4 746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
In the infant classroom, the diaper changing mat was torn.
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
A 5 month old infant was combined with a group of children that had children up to five years old. This was corrected at inspection when the infant and younger toddlers were moved into a seperate classroom.
Yes
4 746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
The school age classroom was observed to be out of control.
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
The following items in the refrigerator were expired. Gallon of milk 11/5/24 Chocolate Syrup 2/1/24 Mustard 5/9/24, Salad Dressing 1/24/2024.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children were missing health statements.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The youngest child in the classroom is 14 months old and the oldest child is 36 months. That is a 22 month gap.
5 746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
4 children not eating were seated in a high chair for more than 15 minutes with no activity. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed and activty provided.
Yes
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the school age room did not have four children signed in after they arrived. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
4 746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
Children were observed to be out of control in the school age room and the toddler room.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was supervising 22 children and the SAG was 2.
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There was no fire drill conducted for the month of March 2024.
4 746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Two Infants ages 15 months and 7 months were not strapped into their high chairs. Note: Pictures were taken.
4 746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
The school age teacher was answering the daycare phone and assisting with parent pick up.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 Survey data from January 17, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
3 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
A child was sitting in a high chair and was not strapped in. The child was too big for the straps to fit around the child.
3 746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
The director's child did not have an updated infant feeding sheet. This was corrected at inspection when the infant's parent (the director) signed the form.
Yes
4 746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Six Childrens files out of six reviewed is missing the special needs documentation required by the new admission forms.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Follow Up: The youngest child in the classroom is 14 months old and the oldest child is 7 years old, that is more than an 18 month gap.
2 746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
The operations staff list was not up to date. SN:Two caregivers were added during inspection.
Yes
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the toddler room did not have children or the employee signed in after they arrived. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
3 746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
The use zone for a stationary structure was not 6 feet from the piece of equipment to the fence at the front end of the vehicle.
3 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
A nap mat for one child was not labeled. This was corrected when the childs name and mat number was labeled.
Yes
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
I observed situations in which children could have been seriously hurt or injured while the caregiver was standing there.
4 746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
I observed a changing table near the restroom that had a rip in it.
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
A 16 month child was in a classroom with a 4 year old child. This was corrected at inspection when the child was moved.
Yes
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Two of six records did not contain a complete emergency contact address.
3 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Children under 2 years old was observed watching television during the inspection.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
One caregiver was missing the affidavit.
4 746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
A piece of playground equipment was broken and rusted.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
The walls in the operation have both large and small areas where the paint is chipped in multiple places. The walls need to be cleaned, and the window tint in the front of the toddler room is peeling off the window.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Two of six records did not contain an up to date immunization record.
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The monthly meeting conducted did not document the discussed deficiencies from the most recent previous inspection. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Classrooms had completed sign-in/out sheets and caregiver sign-in/out sheet. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updates provided.
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The fire extinguisher was observed in the red. A photo was taken.
4 746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
The infant caregiver did not wash the infant's hands after diapering. This was corrected at inspection when caregiver washed the child's hands.
Yes
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the toddler room did not have times of children arrival. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. The following condition is not due yet: -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
One caregiver was missing the affidavit.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 Survey data from January 17, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
4 746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
The school age classroom was observed to be out of control.
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The monthly meeting conducted did not document the discussed deficiencies from the most recent previous inspection. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Classrooms had completed sign-in/out sheets and caregiver sign-in/out sheet. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updates provided.
3 746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
The monthly drills have not been documented for December. This was corrected at inspection when the director the drills.
Yes
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
The following items in the refrigerator were expired. Gallon of milk 11/5/24 Chocolate Syrup 2/1/24 Mustard 5/9/24, Salad Dressing 1/24/2024.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children were missing health statements.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Two of six records did not contain an up to date immunization record.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The youngest child in the classroom is 14 months old and the oldest child is 36 months. That is a 22 month gap.
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
I observed situations in which children could have been seriously hurt or injured while the caregiver was standing there.
4 746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
In the infant classroom, the diaper changing mat was torn.
3 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Children under 2 years old was observed watching television during the inspection.
4 746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Six Childrens files out of six reviewed is missing the special needs documentation required by the new admission forms.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Follow Up: The youngest child in the classroom is 14 months old and the oldest child is 7 years old, that is more than an 18 month gap.
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
A 16 month child was in a classroom with a 4 year old child. This was corrected at inspection when the child was moved.
Yes
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The fire extinguisher was observed in the red. A photo was taken.
3 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
A child was sitting in a high chair and was not strapped in. The child was too big for the straps to fit around the child.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Follow Up: The youngest child in the classroom is 14 months old and the oldest child is 4 years old, that is more than an 18 month gap.
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
A group of school age children were not being adaquetly supervised when the caregiver was in the other classroom.
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There was no fire drill conducted for the month of March 2024.
5 746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
4 children not eating were seated in a high chair for more than 15 minutes with no activity. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed and activty provided.
Yes
4 746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
Children were observed to be out of control in the school age room and the toddler room.
3 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
A nap mat for one child was not labeled. This was corrected when the childs name and mat number was labeled.
Yes
4 746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
I observed a changing table near the restroom that had a rip in it.
4 746.3407(5) - Sanitize Potty-Chairs
There were two potty chairs observed to not be sanitized after use. There was urine left in the potty chairs.
4 746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
The school age teacher was answering the daycare phone and assisting with parent pick up.
4 746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
The infant caregiver did not wash the infant's hands after diapering. This was corrected at inspection when caregiver washed the child's hands.
Yes
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the school age room did not have four children signed in after they arrived. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
3 746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
Six children files out of six reviewed is missing the child s ability to swim without assistance documentation required by the new admission forms.
4 746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
A piece of playground equipment was broken and rusted.
4 746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
During the investigation, it was found infant daily reports were not being provided to the parents.
4 746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Two Infants ages 15 months and 7 months were not strapped into their high chairs. Note: Pictures were taken.
2 746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
The operations staff list was not up to date. SN:Two caregivers were added during inspection.
Yes
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
A 5 month old infant was combined with a group of children that had children up to five years old. This was corrected at inspection when the infant and younger toddlers were moved into a seperate classroom.
Yes
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Two of six records did not contain a complete emergency contact address.
3 746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
The use zone for a stationary structure was not 6 feet from the piece of equipment to the fence at the front end of the vehicle.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a caregiver was seen picking infants up by their arms from the changing table and swinging the infants to their back.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
The walls in the operation have both large and small areas where the paint is chipped in multiple places. The walls need to be cleaned, and the window tint in the front of the toddler room is peeling off the window.
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the toddler room did not have times of children arrival. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. The following condition is not due yet: -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
3 HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
The operation has not informed the parents of their right.
3 746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
The director's child did not have an updated infant feeding sheet. This was corrected at inspection when the infant's parent (the director) signed the form.
Yes
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was supervising 22 children and the SAG was 2.
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the toddler room did not have children or the employee signed in after they arrived. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the toddler room did not have times of children arrival. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. The following condition is not due yet: -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
3 746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
Six children files out of six reviewed is missing the child s ability to swim without assistance documentation required by the new admission forms.
2 746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
The operations staff list was not up to date. SN:Two caregivers were added during inspection.
Yes
4 746.3407(5) - Sanitize Potty-Chairs
There were two potty chairs observed to not be sanitized after use. There was urine left in the potty chairs.
4 746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Six Childrens files out of six reviewed is missing the special needs documentation required by the new admission forms.
4 746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
A piece of playground equipment was broken and rusted.
5 745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The following conditions were not met at the time of inspection: The class roll sheet in the toddler room did not have children or the employee signed in after they arrived. The following conditions were met at the time of inspection: - A copy of probation letter was prominently posted. - Meeting with staff within two weeks was documented -Additional 2 clock hours of supervision for employees -All infant caregivers have an additional clock hour of infant training -Additional training in supervision, staff management, and developmentally appropriate activities for children for the Director -30 minutes of observations of one class each week. -Personnel records evaluation form used for two files a month. -Children's records evaluation form for 3 children's files -Health checks documented -Daily grounds checklist used weekly -Operational policy updaes provided. -Conduct monthly meetings covering 2 minimum standards and review and document details of meeting.
4 746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
The infant caregiver did not wash the infant's hands after diapering. This was corrected at inspection when caregiver washed the child's hands.
Yes
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Two of six records did not contain a complete emergency contact address.
5 746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
4 children not eating were seated in a high chair for more than 15 minutes with no activity. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed and activty provided.
Yes
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There was no fire drill conducted for the month of March 2024.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was supervising 22 children and the SAG was 2.
3 746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
The monthly drills have not been documented for December. This was corrected at inspection when the director the drills.
Yes
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a caregiver was seen picking infants up by their arms from the changing table and swinging the infants to their back.

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

Inspections (144)

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

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