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Building Blocks Academy Friendswood

Child care center · 4201 FRIENDSWOOD LINK RD, Friendswood, TX 77546-4264 · License 1725612

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 87. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (384)

Severity	Date	Standard / narrative	Corrected
4	—	746.2901 - Supervised Naptime Daily During investigation inspection, 1 out of 5 classrooms observed where not having naptime or a rest period.	—
3	—	746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions The menu did not reflect what was served for lunch. This was corrected when the asst. director recorded the substitues.	Yes
4	—	746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less The pea gravel located on the playground did not measure the required 6 inches.	—
4	—	746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games During investiagation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms caregiver was observed on their personal cell phone.	—
3	—	746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler During inspection, one out of the two bottles observed did not have child's name. Noted: Director labeled bottles.	Yes
4	—	746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean Corrections for peeling walls in the toddler, preschool and school age room were not received.	—
4	—	746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly During inspection, fire extingushers were not inspected monthly by director or designee for 2025 year.	—
4	—	746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection The operation's annual sanitation inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 10/22/2022.	—
4	—	746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach During inspection, one out of the four classrooms observed had diaper changing items in reach of children.	—
5	—	746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance Based on the inspection conducted, the director is not operating the center in compliance by not following infant care requirements, allowing classrooms out of ratio, and by not following minimum standards in the day-to-day operation of the center.	—
4	—	746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current 1 out 8 children did not have current immunizations available on file.	—
3	—	746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days One of five infant feeding instructions was last updated 7/6/22.	—
4	—	746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired The play structure on the toddler playground is not level as it tilts to the left side.	—
3	—	746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times During investigation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms were observed watching a movie during rest time.	—
5	—	746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months The operation's annual fire inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 9/1/2022.	—
4	—	746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children One caregiver was in charge of five infants ages 4 months to 9 months old.	—
4	—	746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection The annual health inspection has not been conducted by the health department.	—
4	—	746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards A broken bucket and stand were broken on the playground.	—
3	—	745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list People list has not been validated since 10-31-2024. Note: This was corrected during inspection.	Yes
4	—	746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. The director's first aid certification expired on 11/10/2023.	—
4	—	746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink The sink in the infant classroom is used to wash hands and bottles. There was a bowl located in the hand washing sink at the diaper changing table.	—
4	—	746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based During inspection, one out of the eight files observed. Caregiver conducted CPR training online.	—
4	—	746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current One out of eight children's files evaluated is missing immunization records on file for review.	—
3	—	745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list The operation last validated the background checks 11/9/2022. Note: This was corrected during inspection.	Yes
5	—	746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device One infant was observed sleeping in a swing with a blanket. SN: This was corrected when the caregiver removed the infant. Pictures were taken.	—
4	—	746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR The director's CPR certification expired on 11/10/2023.	—
4	—	746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional One student with an epi pen did not have the required allergy emergency plan.	—
4	—	746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less The loose fill for the 2 playgrounds is less than the required depth.	—
3	—	746.701(1) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization Operation did not complete an incident report after being notified a child sustained an injury while in care and required medical attention.	—
4	—	746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean Walls in the toddler, preschool and school age room were observed to be peeling.	—
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 Children were observed unsupervised while staff was outside.	—
5	—	746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions The alarm does not sound on the van used for transporting kids.	—
2	—	746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit Three of eight staff records did not contain the affidavit.	—
3	—	746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver Caregiver in school age room was not follow written activity plan during investigation inspection.	—
4	—	746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year During inspection, lock down drills had not been conducted or documented for 2025 year.	—
4	—	746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less The pea gravel located on the playground did not measure the required 6 inches.	—
3	—	746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills There was no documentation of a fire drill conducted in October. Asst director stated that it was completed and was not documented. This was corrected when the drill was documented.	Yes
5	—	746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, child was able to escape to the parking lot of the daycare without supervision or staff member intervening to ensure child?s safety.	—
4	—	746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection The operation's annual sanitation inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 10/22/2022. The inspection documentation was requested by not submitted.	—
3	—	746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements Two of eight staff records did not contain proof of education.	—
3	—	746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days One infant was missing current feeding instructions on file for review.	—
4	—	746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface The diaper mat located in the infant classroom is torn.	—
3	—	746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics Four out of eight caregivers are missing training in the following topics: -Emergency preparedness -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials	—
4	—	746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current One of eight records did not contain an updated immunization record.	—
5	—	746.4601(8) - No Asphalt or Concrete Under Climbing Equipment Unless Unitary Surfacing Covers Use Zone Cement was observed uncovered underneath a pole on a climbing structure.	—
3	—	746.521(8) - Parent right to review video recordings of alleged incident of abuse or neglect involving parent child Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, operation did not share video footage of incident with parents.	—
4	—	746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered Multiple electrical outlets were uncovered in the Two's classroom. Note: Corrected when safety covers were added to the outlets.	Yes
4	—	746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age A 14 month old student was observed in a classroom with the oldest student being 5 years old.	—
4	—	746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age A 14 month old student was observed in a classroom with the oldest student being 5 years old.	—
4	—	746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less The pea gravel located on the playground did not measure the required 6 inches.	—
3	—	745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list People list has not been validated since 10-31-2024. Note: This was corrected during inspection.	Yes
4	—	746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children One caregiver was in charge of five infants ages 4 months to 9 months old.	—
3	—	745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list The operation last validated the background checks 11/9/2022. Note: This was corrected during inspection.	Yes
4	—	746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface The diaper mat located in the infant classroom is torn.	—
4	—	746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink The sink in the infant classroom is used to wash hands and bottles. There was a bowl located in the hand washing sink at the diaper changing table.	—
4	—	746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired The play structure on the toddler playground is not level as it tilts to the left side.	—
3	—	746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements Two of eight staff records did not contain proof of education.	—
4	—	746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach During inspection, one out of the four classrooms observed had diaper changing items in reach of children.	—
3	—	746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times During investigation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms were observed watching a movie during rest time.	—
4	—	746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less The loose fill for the 2 playgrounds is less than the required depth.	—
5	—	746.4601(8) - No Asphalt or Concrete Under Climbing Equipment Unless Unitary Surfacing Covers Use Zone Cement was observed uncovered underneath a pole on a climbing structure.	—
4	—	746.2901 - Supervised Naptime Daily During investigation inspection, 1 out of 5 classrooms observed where not having naptime or a rest period.	—
4	—	746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current 1 out 8 children did not have current immunizations available on file.	—
5	—	746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions The alarm does not sound on the van used for transporting kids.	—
5	—	746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months The operation's annual fire inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 9/1/2022.	—
4	—	746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games During investiagation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms caregiver was observed on their personal cell phone.	—
2	—	746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit Three of eight staff records did not contain the affidavit.	—
5	—	746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance Based on the inspection conducted, the director is not operating the center in compliance by not following infant care requirements, allowing classrooms out of ratio, and by not following minimum standards in the day-to-day operation of the center.	—
5	—	746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, child was able to escape to the parking lot of the daycare without supervision or staff member intervening to ensure child?s safety.	—
4	—	746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection The operation's annual sanitation inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 10/22/2022. The inspection documentation was requested by not submitted.	—
4	—	746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean Corrections for peeling walls in the toddler, preschool and school age room were not received.	—
3	—	746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler During inspection, one out of the two bottles observed did not have child's name. Noted: Director labeled bottles.	Yes
3	—	746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions The menu did not reflect what was served for lunch. This was corrected when the asst. director recorded the substitues.	Yes
4	—	746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection The operation's annual sanitation inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 10/22/2022.	—
4	—	746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR The director's CPR certification expired on 11/10/2023.	—
4	—	746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection The annual health inspection has not been conducted by the health department.	—
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 Children were observed unsupervised while staff was outside.	—
4	—	746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less The pea gravel located on the playground did not measure the required 6 inches.	—
4	—	746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered Multiple electrical outlets were uncovered in the Two's classroom. Note: Corrected when safety covers were added to the outlets.	Yes
3	—	746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days One infant was missing current feeding instructions on file for review.	—
4	—	746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current One out of eight children's files evaluated is missing immunization records on file for review.	—
4	—	746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current One of eight records did not contain an updated immunization record.	—
4	—	746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean Walls in the toddler, preschool and school age room were observed to be peeling.	—
3	—	746.521(8) - Parent right to review video recordings of alleged incident of abuse or neglect involving parent child Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, operation did not share video footage of incident with parents.	—
3	—	746.701(1) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization Operation did not complete an incident report after being notified a child sustained an injury while in care and required medical attention.	—
4	—	746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. The director's first aid certification expired on 11/10/2023.	—
4	—	746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards A broken bucket and stand were broken on the playground.	—
4	—	746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional One student with an epi pen did not have the required allergy emergency plan.	—
3	—	746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics Four out of eight caregivers are missing training in the following topics: -Emergency preparedness -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials	—
3	—	746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days One of five infant feeding instructions was last updated 7/6/22.	—
3	—	746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver Caregiver in school age room was not follow written activity plan during investigation inspection.	—
5	—	746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device One infant was observed sleeping in a swing with a blanket. SN: This was corrected when the caregiver removed the infant. Pictures were taken.	—
4	—	746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year During inspection, lock down drills had not been conducted or documented for 2025 year.	—
3	—	746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills There was no documentation of a fire drill conducted in October. Asst director stated that it was completed and was not documented. This was corrected when the drill was documented.	Yes
4	—	746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly During inspection, fire extingushers were not inspected monthly by director or designee for 2025 year.	—
4	—	746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based During inspection, one out of the eight files observed. Caregiver conducted CPR training online.	—
3	—	746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements Two of eight staff records did not contain proof of education.	—
3	—	746.701(1) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization Operation did not complete an incident report after being notified a child sustained an injury while in care and required medical attention.	—
3	—	746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements Two of eight staff records did not contain proof of education.	—
4	—	746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired The play structure on the toddler playground is not level as it tilts to the left side.	—

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

Inspections (120)

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

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