Child care center ·
1855 BARKER CYPRESS RD, Houston, TX 77084-7209 ·
License 1713284
Capacity 85. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool
Accepts subsidy
| Severity | Date | Standard / narrative | Corrected |
|---|
| 3 | — |
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
The food menu differed from the one posted at the operation. Note: The director corrected it at inspection time. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Ten children files were review. Nine of the ten children files do not have a statement of the child health from a medical professional. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
2 out of 3 infants did not have their feeding instructions signed or dated by the parent. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1003(4) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation the director allowed a caregiver to take a child in care away from the center to go and transport other children. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Based on information provided during the investigation inspection and interviews, there was enough information to support the allegation of prohibited punishment. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
The operational staff do not have the required annual training clock hours for guidance and discipline. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation there was enough information to determine that a staff was observed vaping while caring for kids on the playground. |
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| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Six employee files were reviewed. There were no complete files to review. Six of the files did not have documentation of graduating high school or its equivalent. One of the files did not have an affidavit. Four of the files did not have acknowledgment of receiving a copy of the center policies. Three of the files did not have acknowledgment of receiving a copy of the personnel policies. Two of the five files did not have a copy of an ID or driver's license. Three of the five files did not have documented orientation. |
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| 4 | — |
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches, |
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| 3 | — |
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
One child was observe playing a video game name Fornite on their hand-held device. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation does not have a current annual fire inspection since 10/21/2020. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
A video was observed of two children fighting and the teacher did not intervene. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A teacher was observed sitting down while two kids were fighting on the playground and did not intervene. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver physically abused a child in care. During the investigation, it was determined that another caregiver physically neglected a child in care. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
During the interview an operational staff stated that she use food as a bargain chip in order to get the children to compiling the center. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the operation did not report to Child Care Regulation that children were being inappropriately disciplined. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(d)(1) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee verify all children accounted for
The bus driver did not ensure and verify all children were accounted for when dropping off the children at school and as result a child was left on the bus. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
In the toddler room a child was being changed on a changing table that was on the floor near the other children. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
An operational staff is seen grabbing a child wrist during an argument. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
One operational staff was observed texting a family member during the inspection. |
— |
| 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 information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was left unattended on the van when the caregiver made a stop at their home to use the restroom. On another occasion, the caregiver also left children unattended on the van while the caregiver went in the school to get other children. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A child can be seen leaving the classroom without proper adult supervision. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4907(b) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt
The concrete was visible under the padding for the play equipment. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicle
Walkthrough was not made throughout the vehicle, to ensure all children were drop off at school. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
The Safety Alarm on bus was turned off. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
There was no current fire inspection available for viewing. The last fire marshal inspection was on 6/16/2022. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver took a child to their home unauthorized. |
— |
| 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
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left children in the classroom unsupervised when the caregiver went to the front office with another child. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation does not have a current annual sanitation inspection since 04/01/2020. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation did not ensure compliance with minimum standards related to the care, supervision, and protection of children. The permit holder did not adequately monitor staff practices or take timely action to correct know concerns resulting in children being placed at risk. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that caregivers were not trained in discipline and guidance practices during orientation before having unsupervised access to children in care. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
An operational staff can be seen mimicking a child behavior during an argument. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches, |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Eight children's files were reviewed. None of the files were complete. Four of the files did not have documented immunizations. One of the files did not have an admission date. Three of the files did not have home addresses listed. Two of the files did not have emergency contact information completed. Five of the files did not have the transportation question answered. Four of the files did not have the field trip question answered. Two of the files did not have doctor statement or documentation from the parent stating the child is healthy. Eight of the files did not have emergency care authorization forms completed. Four of the files did not have documented immunization records to review. Six of the files did not have documentation that the operation policies were received by the parents. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Evidence during a DFPS investigation determined that a caregiver did not exercise good judgment when the caregiver observed a child in care being physically abused and did not intervene. |
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| 5 | — |
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Operation did not notify parents of child being left on the school bus. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director was aware staff were using inappropriate discipline practices with children and did not take appropriate action to address or stop the behavior or ensure compliance with minimum standards. The director also did not ensure staff received proper training related to discipline and guidance, and accepted training certificates not signed or verified by staff. Additionally, the director allowed children to be brought to the front office for the purpose of discipline and redirection, which is not an appropriate method of behavior guidance. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
During a DFPS investigation, there was evidence that a child was dragged from the classroom to the office as a form of punishment. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A child was seen running out of the classroom by himself to the director office. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
1 out of 8 files did not have a health statement. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1013(a)(3) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
Person in charge did not have access to the records. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2405(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
In the infant room, there is no chair or rocking chair available in the area. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
The Safety Alarm on bus was turned off. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Based on information provided during the investigation inspection and interviews, there was enough information to support the allegation of prohibited punishment. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
A video was observed of two children fighting and the teacher did not intervene. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
2 out of 3 infants did not have their feeding instructions signed or dated by the parent. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the operation did not report to Child Care Regulation that children were being inappropriately disciplined. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4907(b) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt
The concrete was visible under the padding for the play equipment. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
1 out of 8 files did not have a health statement. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches, |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation did not ensure compliance with minimum standards related to the care, supervision, and protection of children. The permit holder did not adequately monitor staff practices or take timely action to correct know concerns resulting in children being placed at risk. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver physically abused a child in care. During the investigation, it was determined that another caregiver physically neglected a child in care. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation does not have a current annual sanitation inspection since 04/01/2020. |
— |
| 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 information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was left unattended on the van when the caregiver made a stop at their home to use the restroom. On another occasion, the caregiver also left children unattended on the van while the caregiver went in the school to get other children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Eight children's files were reviewed. None of the files were complete. Four of the files did not have documented immunizations. One of the files did not have an admission date. Three of the files did not have home addresses listed. Two of the files did not have emergency contact information completed. Five of the files did not have the transportation question answered. Four of the files did not have the field trip question answered. Two of the files did not have doctor statement or documentation from the parent stating the child is healthy. Eight of the files did not have emergency care authorization forms completed. Four of the files did not have documented immunization records to review. Six of the files did not have documentation that the operation policies were received by the parents. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A teacher was observed sitting down while two kids were fighting on the playground and did not intervene. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation does not have a current annual fire inspection since 10/21/2020. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver took a child to their home unauthorized. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director was aware staff were using inappropriate discipline practices with children and did not take appropriate action to address or stop the behavior or ensure compliance with minimum standards. The director also did not ensure staff received proper training related to discipline and guidance, and accepted training certificates not signed or verified by staff. Additionally, the director allowed children to be brought to the front office for the purpose of discipline and redirection, which is not an appropriate method of behavior guidance. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2405(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
In the infant room, there is no chair or rocking chair available in the area. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicle
Walkthrough was not made throughout the vehicle, to ensure all children were drop off at school. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches, |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A child can be seen leaving the classroom without proper adult supervision. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Operation did not notify parents of child being left on the school bus. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that caregivers were not trained in discipline and guidance practices during orientation before having unsupervised access to children in care. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Ten children files were review. Nine of the ten children files do not have a statement of the child health from a medical professional. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
One operational staff was observed texting a family member during the inspection. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation there was enough information to determine that a staff was observed vaping while caring for kids on the playground. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
In the toddler room a child was being changed on a changing table that was on the floor near the other children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1013(a)(3) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
Person in charge did not have access to the records. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
During a DFPS investigation, there was evidence that a child was dragged from the classroom to the office as a form of punishment. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(d)(1) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee verify all children accounted for
The bus driver did not ensure and verify all children were accounted for when dropping off the children at school and as result a child was left on the bus. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
During the interview an operational staff stated that she use food as a bargain chip in order to get the children to compiling the center. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
The operational staff do not have the required annual training clock hours for guidance and discipline. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
One child was observe playing a video game name Fornite on their hand-held device. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
The food menu differed from the one posted at the operation. Note: The director corrected it at inspection time. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
An operational staff can be seen mimicking a child behavior during an argument. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Evidence during a DFPS investigation determined that a caregiver did not exercise good judgment when the caregiver observed a child in care being physically abused and did not intervene. |
— |
| 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
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left children in the classroom unsupervised when the caregiver went to the front office with another child. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Six employee files were reviewed. There were no complete files to review. Six of the files did not have documentation of graduating high school or its equivalent. One of the files did not have an affidavit. Four of the files did not have acknowledgment of receiving a copy of the center policies. Three of the files did not have acknowledgment of receiving a copy of the personnel policies. Two of the five files did not have a copy of an ID or driver's license. Three of the five files did not have documented orientation. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
There was no current fire inspection available for viewing. The last fire marshal inspection was on 6/16/2022. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
An operational staff is seen grabbing a child wrist during an argument. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A child was seen running out of the classroom by himself to the director office. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1003(4) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation the director allowed a caregiver to take a child in care away from the center to go and transport other children. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A child can be seen leaving the classroom without proper adult supervision. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A teacher was observed sitting down while two kids were fighting on the playground and did not intervene. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver physically abused a child in care. During the investigation, it was determined that another caregiver physically neglected a child in care. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
During the interview an operational staff stated that she use food as a bargain chip in order to get the children to compiling the center. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Eight children's files were reviewed. None of the files were complete. Four of the files did not have documented immunizations. One of the files did not have an admission date. Three of the files did not have home addresses listed. Two of the files did not have emergency contact information completed. Five of the files did not have the transportation question answered. Four of the files did not have the field trip question answered. Two of the files did not have doctor statement or documentation from the parent stating the child is healthy. Eight of the files did not have emergency care authorization forms completed. Four of the files did not have documented immunization records to review. Six of the files did not have documentation that the operation policies were received by the parents. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
The Safety Alarm on bus was turned off. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Operation did not notify parents of child being left on the school bus. |
— |
| 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 information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was left unattended on the van when the caregiver made a stop at their home to use the restroom. On another occasion, the caregiver also left children unattended on the van while the caregiver went in the school to get other children. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
A video was observed of two children fighting and the teacher did not intervene. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
2 out of 3 infants did not have their feeding instructions signed or dated by the parent. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation did not ensure compliance with minimum standards related to the care, supervision, and protection of children. The permit holder did not adequately monitor staff practices or take timely action to correct know concerns resulting in children being placed at risk. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the operation did not report to Child Care Regulation that children were being inappropriately disciplined. |
— |
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