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Apple Grove Daycare and Preschool

Child care center · 16816 THEISS MAIL ROUTE RD, Spring, TX 77379-6217 · License 1728736

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 94. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (208)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
One out of two transportation vehicles observed did not have a working alarm system.
4 746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
One caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of the infants in which they were responsible for. A total of 2 infants were present in the classroom.
4 746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing surface in the infant classroom has multiple tears' therefore it is no longer non-absorbent.
5 746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
During the walkthrough, Licensing staff observed two inflatable pools on site. Licensing staff was not notified, and/or informed of pool services offered at the childcare facility.
3 746.501(a)(19) - Written Operational Policies - Providing & Applying Insect Repellant and Sunscreen
The operational policies did not contain information pertaining to applying cream to children in care. The operational policies did not discuss requirements pertaining to diaper cream, insect repellant, and/or sunscreen.
4 746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
The most recent fire inspection is dated 12/07/2021. No recent inspection was observed.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The fire inspection had not been completed for the new operation. The previous operation obtained a fire inspection on 3/17/2021. The operation has made changes to the infant classroom, which calls for a current fire inspection.
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Two children were observed in the infant classroom. One child was 3 years of age, and the other child was an infant, 8 months of age.
Yes
2 746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
One out of five children records observed did not include a start/admission date. The Director retrieved the start date from the computer system.
Yes
4 746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
During the walkthrough a water hose was observed accessible to children near two pools placed outside while children were engaged in swimming services.
4 746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
The pre-k/schoolers playground area loose fill was not maintained properly, in which dirt was exposed.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One caregiver observed within the Pre-K age group did not have a current CPR/First-aid certification. The caregiver was observed with 8 children, 3-4 years of age.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
3 746.501(a)(18)(C) - Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity
The operational policies observed did not contain the type of physical activities that the operation will provide to children enrolled/present. The operation did not address alternate physical activities in case of bad weather conditions.
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. Procedures for parental notification 2. Information regarding field trips 3. Parents Rights 4. Procedures for parents to review and discuss concerns with the director 5. Procedures for parents to participate with the center's activities 6. Information on how parents may access Minimum Standards and the correct HHSC website. 7. Staff vaccination policy 8. Procedures to support inclusive services for children with special care needs.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation has not obtained the required annual sanitation inspection. The previous operation contained a health report dated 11/12/2020. The operation will serve meals, and is required to have an updated sanitation inspection.
4 746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
The safety seats observed in two transportation vehicles were expired. Safety seats observed were manufactured ranged from between 2011-2015. One safety seat observed expired, 03/03/2018.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Two cribs in the infant classroom did not have snug fitting sheets during the walkthrough. One infant was observed napping in one out of the two cribs observed with loose fitting sheets. Sheets on the infant mattress were replaced during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Infant sheets observed in two cribs were loose and contained food stains. Extra padding was observed underneath infant sheets, which was the incorrect size. Infant sheets that were dirty were removed and replaced while present.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Several bags of mulch were observed on the pre-K playground area near the slide and underneath the play structure, posing a risk for a tripping hazard to children. While Licensing staff was present, the mulch bags were removed from children access.
Yes
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The employee list was not validated by January 15th.
3 746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Activity plans were not posted in two classrooms. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Of the 8 personnel records evaluated, one has not completed 24 clock hours of pre-service training
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of five children files did not contain the address for the emergency contact listed.
3 746.3313(2) - Daily Menus - May Rotate if Keep Record of Dates Menus Used
On 11/09/2022 children were observed having ramen noodles, corn, and cantaloupe for lunch. The food menu for Wednesday was documented to serve turkey grilled cheese, corns, and fresh fruit. There were not substitutions documented on the food menu.
4 746.2101(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities
One staff was observed with 5 children, 2-4 years of age amongst two pools. The staff did not have additonal staff present to assist in case of an emergency.
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
One out of two transportation vehicles observed did not have a working alarm system.
4 746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
The most recent fire inspection is dated 12/07/2021. No recent inspection was observed.
3 746.501(a)(18)(C) - Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity
The operational policies observed did not contain the type of physical activities that the operation will provide to children enrolled/present. The operation did not address alternate physical activities in case of bad weather conditions.
4 746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
One caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of the infants in which they were responsible for. A total of 2 infants were present in the classroom.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation has not obtained the required annual sanitation inspection. The previous operation contained a health report dated 11/12/2020. The operation will serve meals, and is required to have an updated sanitation inspection.
3 746.501(a)(19) - Written Operational Policies - Providing & Applying Insect Repellant and Sunscreen
The operational policies did not contain information pertaining to applying cream to children in care. The operational policies did not discuss requirements pertaining to diaper cream, insect repellant, and/or sunscreen.
4 746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
The safety seats observed in two transportation vehicles were expired. Safety seats observed were manufactured ranged from between 2011-2015. One safety seat observed expired, 03/03/2018.
2 746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
One out of five children records observed did not include a start/admission date. The Director retrieved the start date from the computer system.
Yes
5 746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
During the walkthrough, Licensing staff observed two inflatable pools on site. Licensing staff was not notified, and/or informed of pool services offered at the childcare facility.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Infant sheets observed in two cribs were loose and contained food stains. Extra padding was observed underneath infant sheets, which was the incorrect size. Infant sheets that were dirty were removed and replaced while present.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Two cribs in the infant classroom did not have snug fitting sheets during the walkthrough. One infant was observed napping in one out of the two cribs observed with loose fitting sheets. Sheets on the infant mattress were replaced during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Two children were observed in the infant classroom. One child was 3 years of age, and the other child was an infant, 8 months of age.
Yes
3 746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Activity plans were not posted in two classrooms. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
4 746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
During the walkthrough a water hose was observed accessible to children near two pools placed outside while children were engaged in swimming services.
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Of the 8 personnel records evaluated, one has not completed 24 clock hours of pre-service training
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The fire inspection had not been completed for the new operation. The previous operation obtained a fire inspection on 3/17/2021. The operation has made changes to the infant classroom, which calls for a current fire inspection.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One caregiver observed within the Pre-K age group did not have a current CPR/First-aid certification. The caregiver was observed with 8 children, 3-4 years of age.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The employee list was not validated by January 15th.
4 746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing surface in the infant classroom has multiple tears' therefore it is no longer non-absorbent.
3 746.3313(2) - Daily Menus - May Rotate if Keep Record of Dates Menus Used
On 11/09/2022 children were observed having ramen noodles, corn, and cantaloupe for lunch. The food menu for Wednesday was documented to serve turkey grilled cheese, corns, and fresh fruit. There were not substitutions documented on the food menu.
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. Procedures for parental notification 2. Information regarding field trips 3. Parents Rights 4. Procedures for parents to review and discuss concerns with the director 5. Procedures for parents to participate with the center's activities 6. Information on how parents may access Minimum Standards and the correct HHSC website. 7. Staff vaccination policy 8. Procedures to support inclusive services for children with special care needs.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Several bags of mulch were observed on the pre-K playground area near the slide and underneath the play structure, posing a risk for a tripping hazard to children. While Licensing staff was present, the mulch bags were removed from children access.
Yes
4 746.2101(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities
One staff was observed with 5 children, 2-4 years of age amongst two pools. The staff did not have additonal staff present to assist in case of an emergency.
4 746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
The pre-k/schoolers playground area loose fill was not maintained properly, in which dirt was exposed.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of five children files did not contain the address for the emergency contact listed.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Several bags of mulch were observed on the pre-K playground area near the slide and underneath the play structure, posing a risk for a tripping hazard to children. While Licensing staff was present, the mulch bags were removed from children access.
Yes
4 746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
The safety seats observed in two transportation vehicles were expired. Safety seats observed were manufactured ranged from between 2011-2015. One safety seat observed expired, 03/03/2018.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation has not obtained the required annual sanitation inspection. The previous operation contained a health report dated 11/12/2020. The operation will serve meals, and is required to have an updated sanitation inspection.
4 746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing surface in the infant classroom has multiple tears' therefore it is no longer non-absorbent.
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
One out of two transportation vehicles observed did not have a working alarm system.
4 746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
The pre-k/schoolers playground area loose fill was not maintained properly, in which dirt was exposed.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Infant sheets observed in two cribs were loose and contained food stains. Extra padding was observed underneath infant sheets, which was the incorrect size. Infant sheets that were dirty were removed and replaced while present.
4 746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
During the walkthrough a water hose was observed accessible to children near two pools placed outside while children were engaged in swimming services.
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Two children were observed in the infant classroom. One child was 3 years of age, and the other child was an infant, 8 months of age.
Yes
5 746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
During the walkthrough, Licensing staff observed two inflatable pools on site. Licensing staff was not notified, and/or informed of pool services offered at the childcare facility.
3 746.501(a)(19) - Written Operational Policies - Providing & Applying Insect Repellant and Sunscreen
The operational policies did not contain information pertaining to applying cream to children in care. The operational policies did not discuss requirements pertaining to diaper cream, insect repellant, and/or sunscreen.
3 746.3313(2) - Daily Menus - May Rotate if Keep Record of Dates Menus Used
On 11/09/2022 children were observed having ramen noodles, corn, and cantaloupe for lunch. The food menu for Wednesday was documented to serve turkey grilled cheese, corns, and fresh fruit. There were not substitutions documented on the food menu.
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Of the 8 personnel records evaluated, one has not completed 24 clock hours of pre-service training
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. Procedures for parental notification 2. Information regarding field trips 3. Parents Rights 4. Procedures for parents to review and discuss concerns with the director 5. Procedures for parents to participate with the center's activities 6. Information on how parents may access Minimum Standards and the correct HHSC website. 7. Staff vaccination policy 8. Procedures to support inclusive services for children with special care needs.
4 746.2101(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities
One staff was observed with 5 children, 2-4 years of age amongst two pools. The staff did not have additonal staff present to assist in case of an emergency.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The employee list was not validated by January 15th.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Two cribs in the infant classroom did not have snug fitting sheets during the walkthrough. One infant was observed napping in one out of the two cribs observed with loose fitting sheets. Sheets on the infant mattress were replaced during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
One caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of the infants in which they were responsible for. A total of 2 infants were present in the classroom.
2 746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
One out of five children records observed did not include a start/admission date. The Director retrieved the start date from the computer system.
Yes
3 746.501(a)(18)(C) - Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity
The operational policies observed did not contain the type of physical activities that the operation will provide to children enrolled/present. The operation did not address alternate physical activities in case of bad weather conditions.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One caregiver observed within the Pre-K age group did not have a current CPR/First-aid certification. The caregiver was observed with 8 children, 3-4 years of age.
4 746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
The most recent fire inspection is dated 12/07/2021. No recent inspection was observed.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The fire inspection had not been completed for the new operation. The previous operation obtained a fire inspection on 3/17/2021. The operation has made changes to the infant classroom, which calls for a current fire inspection.
3 746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Activity plans were not posted in two classrooms. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of five children files did not contain the address for the emergency contact listed.
4 746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
The most recent fire inspection is dated 12/07/2021. No recent inspection was observed.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Several bags of mulch were observed on the pre-K playground area near the slide and underneath the play structure, posing a risk for a tripping hazard to children. While Licensing staff was present, the mulch bags were removed from children access.
Yes
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One caregiver observed within the Pre-K age group did not have a current CPR/First-aid certification. The caregiver was observed with 8 children, 3-4 years of age.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Two cribs in the infant classroom did not have snug fitting sheets during the walkthrough. One infant was observed napping in one out of the two cribs observed with loose fitting sheets. Sheets on the infant mattress were replaced during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Infant sheets observed in two cribs were loose and contained food stains. Extra padding was observed underneath infant sheets, which was the incorrect size. Infant sheets that were dirty were removed and replaced while present.
3 746.501(a)(18)(C) - Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity
The operational policies observed did not contain the type of physical activities that the operation will provide to children enrolled/present. The operation did not address alternate physical activities in case of bad weather conditions.
3 746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Activity plans were not posted in two classrooms. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The employee list was not validated by January 15th.
4 746.2101(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities
One staff was observed with 5 children, 2-4 years of age amongst two pools. The staff did not have additonal staff present to assist in case of an emergency.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of five children files did not contain the address for the emergency contact listed.
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Of the 8 personnel records evaluated, one has not completed 24 clock hours of pre-service training
4 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Two children were observed in the infant classroom. One child was 3 years of age, and the other child was an infant, 8 months of age.
Yes
3 746.501(a)(19) - Written Operational Policies - Providing & Applying Insect Repellant and Sunscreen
The operational policies did not contain information pertaining to applying cream to children in care. The operational policies did not discuss requirements pertaining to diaper cream, insect repellant, and/or sunscreen.
5 746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
During the walkthrough, Licensing staff observed two inflatable pools on site. Licensing staff was not notified, and/or informed of pool services offered at the childcare facility.
2 746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
One out of five children records observed did not include a start/admission date. The Director retrieved the start date from the computer system.
Yes
4 746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
One caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of the infants in which they were responsible for. A total of 2 infants were present in the classroom.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation has not obtained the required annual sanitation inspection. The previous operation contained a health report dated 11/12/2020. The operation will serve meals, and is required to have an updated sanitation inspection.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. This was corrected at inspection.
Yes
4 746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
The pre-k/schoolers playground area loose fill was not maintained properly, in which dirt was exposed.
4 746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
During the walkthrough a water hose was observed accessible to children near two pools placed outside while children were engaged in swimming services.
4 746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
The safety seats observed in two transportation vehicles were expired. Safety seats observed were manufactured ranged from between 2011-2015. One safety seat observed expired, 03/03/2018.
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. Procedures for parental notification 2. Information regarding field trips 3. Parents Rights 4. Procedures for parents to review and discuss concerns with the director 5. Procedures for parents to participate with the center's activities 6. Information on how parents may access Minimum Standards and the correct HHSC website. 7. Staff vaccination policy 8. Procedures to support inclusive services for children with special care needs.

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

Inspections (88)

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

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