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Child care center · 11855 BISSONNET ST, Houston, TX 77099-1904 · License 1729733

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Poor

Capacity 96. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (392)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A food allergy emergency plan is needed for one child enrolled.
5 745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
A caregiver with a provisional background checks was observed in caring for a group of 8 children ages 4-7 years old. The group did not have another caregiver present.
4 746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
A supply of drinking water was not available to children in care during breakfast time. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Orientation training is needed for one caregiver who has unsupervised access to a children in care.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Four cribs needed snug fitting sheets.
3 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: Eight needed special needs statement Three needed immunization info Three needed a health statement One needed an emergency contact One needed school information
5 746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
During this investigation it was determined that a caregiver used prohibited punishment such as yelling at the children.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Based on the information obtained, the operation failed to ensure a child was not neglected when a child was left unsupervised on a transportation van for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed and showed six of seven children in the Toddler class were signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The fire extinguisher in the transportation van is in need of servicing.
5 746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the Pre-K classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated nine children were present, however ten were counted.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The last fire inspection was conducted on 02/05/2021.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One staff member needed Pediatric CPR/First Aid training.
3 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit in the transportation van was reviewed and the following items were needed: -Scissors -Thermometer -Cotton Balls Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
A staff member counted in the child/caregiver ratio is in need of eight hours of pre-service training. A staff member counted in the child/caregiver ratio is in need of twenty four hours of pre-service training.
1 746.1317(a)(6)(B) - Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty
Transportation training provided to staff who transport children did not meet training criteria as the operation received an administrative penalty in the two years prior to othe training.
4 746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
During breakfast, the children in care were served one french toast stick with syrup and a cup of milk.
4 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Additional loose fill surfacing is needed on the outdoor play area.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was observed with five children ages 5 months, 8 months, 10 months, 13 months, and 13 months. The specified age group is 0-11 children which allows one caregiver to supervise four children. The caregiver was over ratio by one child. Note: An additional caregiver was added to the room during inspection.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: The admission date is needed for one child. School information is needed for two children enrolled. An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.
5 746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated six children were present, however seven were counted.
4 746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
The fastener to the middle seat on the first row of the transportation vehicle would not fasten during this inspection.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
While inspecting the outdoor play area I observed broken fence pickets, trash/debris, and ant piles. Note: The operation removed the trash from the outdoor play area during inspection.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two toilets and three sinks near the after schooler's classroom needed repair. Four sinks and one toilet near the toddler classroom needed repairs.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on the information obtained, the operation failed to report a child was left alone on the transportation van for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.
3 746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
Based on the information obtained, the operation did not provide the parent with an incident report regarding a situation placing a child at risk.
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Two staff members completed online only pediatric CPR training.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Updated feeding instructions were needed for one infant in care.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: One needed an updated immunization record. Two needed an emergency contact. One needed a health statement.
5 746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Based on the information obtained, the vehicle used for transporting children was not equipped with a child safety alarm.
3 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
The number/child assignment chart in the toddler classroom was reviewed and showed all children present were not included on the chart. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Personnel records were evaluated for six staff members and the following was determined: One caregiver needed documentation showing how they meet the minimum education qualifications. One caregiver needed a notarized affidavit. The director needed a current ID/Driver's License.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Based on the information obtained, the center director admitted to not entering the transportation vehicle to account for all children present.
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
During this inspection the classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed. The toddler sign in and out log showed ten children signed in however nine were present. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The operation did not have documentation showing the fire extinguishers are checked monthly.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Six personnel records were evaluated and the following was determined: One needed a copy of a current drivers license One needed a notarized Licensing Affidavit Four needed education qualifications
5 746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages 5-9 years old was unaware of the number of children responsible for. The caregiver stated 15, however 16 were present.
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Based on the information obtained, a child was not signed in at the operation after being picked up from school.
5 746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated seven children were present, however eight were counted.
3 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
During today's inspection I observed an eighteen month old child seated in a high chair eating a snack. The safety straps were not fastened. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed and showed six of eight children in the Toddler class were signed in.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was determined: Two children needed a special needs statement. Two children needed an emergency contact other than the parent. One child needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child needed an updated immunization record.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Based on the information obtained, it was determined the director failed to maintain supervision when a child was left in a van to the far left of the operation near a main street.
3 746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
One crib used for an infant in care needed a label. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Documentation reviewed for four of six staff members showed the Pediatric CPR training was completed online.
3 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
A maintenance/safety checklist was not completed for the month of May. Note: During this inspection the operation completed a checklist for the month of June.
Yes
3 746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
I observed one unlabeled cup in the classroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
3 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
During this inspection I observed a nineteen month old seated in a high chair. The safety straps were not in use.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
An eleven month old was observed laying in a crib with a pacifier attached to the shirt.
3 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
A maintenance/safety checklist was not completed for the month of May. Note: During this inspection the operation completed a checklist for the month of June.
Yes
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed and showed six of eight children in the Toddler class were signed in.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two toilets and three sinks near the after schooler's classroom needed repair. Four sinks and one toilet near the toddler classroom needed repairs.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Updated feeding instructions were needed for one infant in care.
4 746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Orientation training is needed for one caregiver who has unsupervised access to a children in care.
4 746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
The fastener to the middle seat on the first row of the transportation vehicle would not fasten during this inspection.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: One needed an updated immunization record. Two needed an emergency contact. One needed a health statement.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on the information obtained, the operation failed to report a child was left alone on the transportation van for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: The admission date is needed for one child. School information is needed for two children enrolled. An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.
5 746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated seven children were present, however eight were counted.
4 746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
A staff member counted in the child/caregiver ratio is in need of eight hours of pre-service training. A staff member counted in the child/caregiver ratio is in need of twenty four hours of pre-service training.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Personnel records were evaluated for six staff members and the following was determined: One caregiver needed documentation showing how they meet the minimum education qualifications. One caregiver needed a notarized affidavit. The director needed a current ID/Driver's License.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
While inspecting the outdoor play area I observed broken fence pickets, trash/debris, and ant piles. Note: The operation removed the trash from the outdoor play area during inspection.
3 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
During this inspection I observed a nineteen month old seated in a high chair. The safety straps were not in use.
5 746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Based on the information obtained, the vehicle used for transporting children was not equipped with a child safety alarm.
4 746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The operation did not have documentation showing the fire extinguishers are checked monthly.
3 746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
Based on the information obtained, the operation did not provide the parent with an incident report regarding a situation placing a child at risk.
4 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Additional loose fill surfacing is needed on the outdoor play area.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The last fire inspection was conducted on 02/05/2021.
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Two staff members completed online only pediatric CPR training.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Four cribs needed snug fitting sheets.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A food allergy emergency plan is needed for one child enrolled.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One staff member needed Pediatric CPR/First Aid training.
3 746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
One crib used for an infant in care needed a label. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Documentation reviewed for four of six staff members showed the Pediatric CPR training was completed online.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Based on the information obtained, the center director admitted to not entering the transportation vehicle to account for all children present.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Based on the information obtained, it was determined the director failed to maintain supervision when a child was left in a van to the far left of the operation near a main street.
3 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
During today's inspection I observed an eighteen month old child seated in a high chair eating a snack. The safety straps were not fastened. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
3 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
The number/child assignment chart in the toddler classroom was reviewed and showed all children present were not included on the chart. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was observed with five children ages 5 months, 8 months, 10 months, 13 months, and 13 months. The specified age group is 0-11 children which allows one caregiver to supervise four children. The caregiver was over ratio by one child. Note: An additional caregiver was added to the room during inspection.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Based on the information obtained, the operation failed to ensure a child was not neglected when a child was left unsupervised on a transportation van for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Six personnel records were evaluated and the following was determined: One needed a copy of a current drivers license One needed a notarized Licensing Affidavit Four needed education qualifications
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
An eleven month old was observed laying in a crib with a pacifier attached to the shirt.
5 746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated six children were present, however seven were counted.
3 746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
I observed one unlabeled cup in the classroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
5 745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
A caregiver with a provisional background checks was observed in caring for a group of 8 children ages 4-7 years old. The group did not have another caregiver present.
3 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: Eight needed special needs statement Three needed immunization info Three needed a health statement One needed an emergency contact One needed school information
5 746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the Pre-K classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated nine children were present, however ten were counted.
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
During this inspection the classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed. The toddler sign in and out log showed ten children signed in however nine were present. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The fire extinguisher in the transportation van is in need of servicing.
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Based on the information obtained, a child was not signed in at the operation after being picked up from school.
3 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit in the transportation van was reviewed and the following items were needed: -Scissors -Thermometer -Cotton Balls Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
A supply of drinking water was not available to children in care during breakfast time. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
During breakfast, the children in care were served one french toast stick with syrup and a cup of milk.
1 746.1317(a)(6)(B) - Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty
Transportation training provided to staff who transport children did not meet training criteria as the operation received an administrative penalty in the two years prior to othe training.
5 746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
During this investigation it was determined that a caregiver used prohibited punishment such as yelling at the children.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was determined: Two children needed a special needs statement. Two children needed an emergency contact other than the parent. One child needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child needed an updated immunization record.
5 746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages 5-9 years old was unaware of the number of children responsible for. The caregiver stated 15, however 16 were present.
4 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed and showed six of seven children in the Toddler class were signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Yes
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Four cribs needed snug fitting sheets.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
An eleven month old was observed laying in a crib with a pacifier attached to the shirt.

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

Inspections (120)

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

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