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Big Blue Marble Academy Allen

Child care center · 550 TRINITY DR, Allen, TX 75002-5347 · License 1809260

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Poor

Capacity 356. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool

Violation history (216)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The caregiver's conduct during a behavioral incident did not demonstrate the expected level of patience or professionalism. The approach used failed to show the respectful and supportive attitude required when working with children.
3 746.4003(a)(7) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Thermometer, preferably non-glass
In the transportation vehicle and emergency backpack taken on the vehicle, there was no thermometer. This was corrected at inspection when the operation added a thermometer to the emergency backpack.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
A child did not have a complete health statement on file.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In a classroom, there were cleaning supplies being stored in the cabinet under the children's handwashing sink and in a lower cabinet in the children's bathroom; these cleaning supplies were accessible to children. During the inspection, the cleaning supply in the bathroom was moved to an upper cabinet and a child safety lock was put on the cabinet under the children's sink.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In a children's bathroom, there were exposed pipes from where a handwashing sink was removed. The pipes were at the children's level. This was corrected at inspection when the operation covered up the pipes.
Yes
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
In a classroom, there was a caregiver with children who did not have an active background check. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver left the operation.
Yes
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation did not have a written emergency preparedness plan available for review during the inspection.
4 746.2401(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Holding and Comforting
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined through staff interviews that an infant who was crying throughout the day was not comforted by the caregiver. In addition, in the video obtained during the investigation, the caregiver sets an infant down while the infant is upset.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
One child who had a diagnosed food allergy did not have a food allergy emergency plan.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. A caregiver used inappropriate physical force by grabbing a child?s arm, which caused visible injury. This type of physical action is not allowed and is considered overly aggressive in a childcare setting.
3 746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
The operation had unitary surfacing on two playgrounds. The operation did not have documentation for the surfacing.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
A child did not have immunization records on file.
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
This standard was found to be deficient due to the absence of safety outlets in multiple classrooms and in the gym area posing a potential electrical hazard.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver was not patient with an infant who would not eat from a bottle. The caregiver moved the infant from side to side in a jerking motion, causing the infant to hit their head. The caregiver was forcing the bottle in the infant's mouth when the infant did not want to take it.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant in care did not have an updated feeding schedule. The schedule was last updated on 5/27/2025. This was corrected at inspection when the grandparent of the infant updated the feeding schedule.
Yes
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The family handbook was missing a statement regarding Parent Rights.
4 746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
This standard was found to be deficient due to sleeping mats obstructing the exit/entrance door. During the inspection caregivers promptly corrected the issues by relocating the mats away from the door.
Yes
4 746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. A caregiver attempted to manage a child's behavior through physical intervention rather than using encouraging, constructive methods. The action lacked the positive guidance strategies that help build a child?s confidence and ability to self-regulate.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
This standard was found to be deficient due to cleaning liquids being accessible to children in classroom. Caregivers corrected the issue during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
During the inspection, the electronic child safety alarm in the school vehicle was not working.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One of the ten personnel records reviewed was missing proof of current pediatric CPR training.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
This standard was found to be deficient as an electrical box in the Infant/Toddler playground was is in need of repair.
3 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
This standard was found to be deficient due to sleeping mats not being labeled with a name or number preventing proper identification for individual use.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver harshly moved children and set them down abruptly. This continued a minimum of 5 minutes with 3 different children.
4 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
This standard was found to be deficient due to damaged and insufficient mulch in one of the playgrounds.
4 746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
In two of the classrooms, the emergency evacuation diagrams were not posted. This was corrected at inspection when the operation posted emergency evacuation diagrams in the classrooms.
Yes
3 746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
The standard is evaluated for a standard investigation and is found not compliant. Management did not share an incident report with a parent of a child that was involved in an incident that placed them at risk.
4 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
This standard was found to be deficient due to damaged and insufficient mulch in one of the playgrounds.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver harshly moved children and set them down abruptly. This continued a minimum of 5 minutes with 3 different children.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The caregiver's conduct during a behavioral incident did not demonstrate the expected level of patience or professionalism. The approach used failed to show the respectful and supportive attitude required when working with children.
3 746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
The operation had unitary surfacing on two playgrounds. The operation did not have documentation for the surfacing.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver was not patient with an infant who would not eat from a bottle. The caregiver moved the infant from side to side in a jerking motion, causing the infant to hit their head. The caregiver was forcing the bottle in the infant's mouth when the infant did not want to take it.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
This standard was found to be deficient as an electrical box in the Infant/Toddler playground was is in need of repair.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
A child did not have immunization records on file.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In a children's bathroom, there were exposed pipes from where a handwashing sink was removed. The pipes were at the children's level. This was corrected at inspection when the operation covered up the pipes.
Yes
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
This standard was found to be deficient due to the absence of safety outlets in multiple classrooms and in the gym area posing a potential electrical hazard.
4 746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
This standard was found to be deficient due to sleeping mats obstructing the exit/entrance door. During the inspection caregivers promptly corrected the issues by relocating the mats away from the door.
Yes
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
During the inspection, the electronic child safety alarm in the school vehicle was not working.
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The family handbook was missing a statement regarding Parent Rights.
4 746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. A caregiver attempted to manage a child's behavior through physical intervention rather than using encouraging, constructive methods. The action lacked the positive guidance strategies that help build a child?s confidence and ability to self-regulate.
3 746.4003(a)(7) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Thermometer, preferably non-glass
In the transportation vehicle and emergency backpack taken on the vehicle, there was no thermometer. This was corrected at inspection when the operation added a thermometer to the emergency backpack.
Yes
4 746.2401(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Holding and Comforting
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined through staff interviews that an infant who was crying throughout the day was not comforted by the caregiver. In addition, in the video obtained during the investigation, the caregiver sets an infant down while the infant is upset.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant in care did not have an updated feeding schedule. The schedule was last updated on 5/27/2025. This was corrected at inspection when the grandparent of the infant updated the feeding schedule.
Yes
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
One child who had a diagnosed food allergy did not have a food allergy emergency plan.
4 746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
In two of the classrooms, the emergency evacuation diagrams were not posted. This was corrected at inspection when the operation posted emergency evacuation diagrams in the classrooms.
Yes
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation did not have a written emergency preparedness plan available for review during the inspection.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In a classroom, there were cleaning supplies being stored in the cabinet under the children's handwashing sink and in a lower cabinet in the children's bathroom; these cleaning supplies were accessible to children. During the inspection, the cleaning supply in the bathroom was moved to an upper cabinet and a child safety lock was put on the cabinet under the children's sink.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
A child did not have a complete health statement on file.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One of the ten personnel records reviewed was missing proof of current pediatric CPR training.
3 746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
The standard is evaluated for a standard investigation and is found not compliant. Management did not share an incident report with a parent of a child that was involved in an incident that placed them at risk.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. A caregiver used inappropriate physical force by grabbing a child?s arm, which caused visible injury. This type of physical action is not allowed and is considered overly aggressive in a childcare setting.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
In a classroom, there was a caregiver with children who did not have an active background check. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver left the operation.
Yes
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
This standard was found to be deficient due to cleaning liquids being accessible to children in classroom. Caregivers corrected the issue during the inspection.
Yes
3 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
This standard was found to be deficient due to sleeping mats not being labeled with a name or number preventing proper identification for individual use.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
A child did not have immunization records on file.
3 746.4003(a)(7) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Thermometer, preferably non-glass
In the transportation vehicle and emergency backpack taken on the vehicle, there was no thermometer. This was corrected at inspection when the operation added a thermometer to the emergency backpack.
Yes
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
During the inspection, the electronic child safety alarm in the school vehicle was not working.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In a children's bathroom, there were exposed pipes from where a handwashing sink was removed. The pipes were at the children's level. This was corrected at inspection when the operation covered up the pipes.
Yes
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The caregiver's conduct during a behavioral incident did not demonstrate the expected level of patience or professionalism. The approach used failed to show the respectful and supportive attitude required when working with children.
4 746.2401(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Holding and Comforting
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined through staff interviews that an infant who was crying throughout the day was not comforted by the caregiver. In addition, in the video obtained during the investigation, the caregiver sets an infant down while the infant is upset.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
This standard was found to be deficient as an electrical box in the Infant/Toddler playground was is in need of repair.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant in care did not have an updated feeding schedule. The schedule was last updated on 5/27/2025. This was corrected at inspection when the grandparent of the infant updated the feeding schedule.
Yes
4 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
This standard was found to be deficient due to damaged and insufficient mulch in one of the playgrounds.
3 746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
The operation had unitary surfacing on two playgrounds. The operation did not have documentation for the surfacing.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
In a classroom, there was a caregiver with children who did not have an active background check. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver left the operation.
Yes
4 746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
In two of the classrooms, the emergency evacuation diagrams were not posted. This was corrected at inspection when the operation posted emergency evacuation diagrams in the classrooms.
Yes
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation did not have a written emergency preparedness plan available for review during the inspection.
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One of the ten personnel records reviewed was missing proof of current pediatric CPR training.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
This standard was found to be deficient due to cleaning liquids being accessible to children in classroom. Caregivers corrected the issue during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. A caregiver attempted to manage a child's behavior through physical intervention rather than using encouraging, constructive methods. The action lacked the positive guidance strategies that help build a child?s confidence and ability to self-regulate.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
One child who had a diagnosed food allergy did not have a food allergy emergency plan.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In a classroom, there were cleaning supplies being stored in the cabinet under the children's handwashing sink and in a lower cabinet in the children's bathroom; these cleaning supplies were accessible to children. During the inspection, the cleaning supply in the bathroom was moved to an upper cabinet and a child safety lock was put on the cabinet under the children's sink.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver was not patient with an infant who would not eat from a bottle. The caregiver moved the infant from side to side in a jerking motion, causing the infant to hit their head. The caregiver was forcing the bottle in the infant's mouth when the infant did not want to take it.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver harshly moved children and set them down abruptly. This continued a minimum of 5 minutes with 3 different children.
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
This standard was found to be deficient due to the absence of safety outlets in multiple classrooms and in the gym area posing a potential electrical hazard.
4 746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
This standard was found to be deficient due to sleeping mats obstructing the exit/entrance door. During the inspection caregivers promptly corrected the issues by relocating the mats away from the door.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
A child did not have a complete health statement on file.
3 746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
The standard is evaluated for a standard investigation and is found not compliant. Management did not share an incident report with a parent of a child that was involved in an incident that placed them at risk.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. A caregiver used inappropriate physical force by grabbing a child?s arm, which caused visible injury. This type of physical action is not allowed and is considered overly aggressive in a childcare setting.
3 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
This standard was found to be deficient due to sleeping mats not being labeled with a name or number preventing proper identification for individual use.
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The family handbook was missing a statement regarding Parent Rights.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The caregiver's conduct during a behavioral incident did not demonstrate the expected level of patience or professionalism. The approach used failed to show the respectful and supportive attitude required when working with children.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver was not patient with an infant who would not eat from a bottle. The caregiver moved the infant from side to side in a jerking motion, causing the infant to hit their head. The caregiver was forcing the bottle in the infant's mouth when the infant did not want to take it.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
One child who had a diagnosed food allergy did not have a food allergy emergency plan.
4 746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
This standard was found to be deficient due to sleeping mats obstructing the exit/entrance door. During the inspection caregivers promptly corrected the issues by relocating the mats away from the door.
Yes
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One of the ten personnel records reviewed was missing proof of current pediatric CPR training.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant in care did not have an updated feeding schedule. The schedule was last updated on 5/27/2025. This was corrected at inspection when the grandparent of the infant updated the feeding schedule.
Yes
3 746.4003(a)(7) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Thermometer, preferably non-glass
In the transportation vehicle and emergency backpack taken on the vehicle, there was no thermometer. This was corrected at inspection when the operation added a thermometer to the emergency backpack.
Yes
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
This standard was found to be deficient due to cleaning liquids being accessible to children in classroom. Caregivers corrected the issue during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In a children's bathroom, there were exposed pipes from where a handwashing sink was removed. The pipes were at the children's level. This was corrected at inspection when the operation covered up the pipes.
Yes
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In a classroom, there were cleaning supplies being stored in the cabinet under the children's handwashing sink and in a lower cabinet in the children's bathroom; these cleaning supplies were accessible to children. During the inspection, the cleaning supply in the bathroom was moved to an upper cabinet and a child safety lock was put on the cabinet under the children's sink.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
This standard was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and was found to be deficient. It was determined a caregiver harshly moved children and set them down abruptly. This continued a minimum of 5 minutes with 3 different children.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. A caregiver used inappropriate physical force by grabbing a child?s arm, which caused visible injury. This type of physical action is not allowed and is considered overly aggressive in a childcare setting.
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
This standard was found to be deficient due to the absence of safety outlets in multiple classrooms and in the gym area posing a potential electrical hazard.
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The family handbook was missing a statement regarding Parent Rights.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
In a classroom, there was a caregiver with children who did not have an active background check. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver left the operation.
Yes
3 746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
The standard is evaluated for a standard investigation and is found not compliant. Management did not share an incident report with a parent of a child that was involved in an incident that placed them at risk.
4 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
This standard was found to be deficient due to damaged and insufficient mulch in one of the playgrounds.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
A child did not have a complete health statement on file.
5 746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation did not have a written emergency preparedness plan available for review during the inspection.

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

Inspections (72)

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

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