Child care center ·
14449 BAMMEL NORTH HOUSTON RD, Houston, TX 77014-1703 ·
License 1823048
Capacity 72. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool
| Severity | Date | Standard / narrative | Corrected |
|---|
| 4 | — |
746.4313(2) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for Supervision
The outdoor play area is located at the end of the shopping strip. There was no written plan for maintaining proper supervision upon transporting children to and from the outdoor play area. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
The caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for, |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
Based on observations made, the outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and was turned over on its side with a long metal point protruding from the bottom of the equipment. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
A storage area in the school age classroom contains hazards such as tables leaning against the wall, stacked chairs and a multitude of other miscellaneous items is accessible to children. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Two children did not have emergency medical authorization from a parent. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
During naptime, a floor fan was observed to be on and working with no safegaurd or barrier around it. This was corrected when the director removed the fan unit from the area of care. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies did not include parent rights. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies did not include parent rights. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The lat fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
The current safety plan does not apply to the operation's ability to maintain the plan. A new playground safety plan has not been created to account for number of staff to help with transitioning and maintenance of the play area. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policies did not include all the required information for the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regularly. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.909 - Access to Personnel Records
Personnel records were not immediately accessble for review when the director was supervising during naptime and the only staff member in the building, This was corrected when the owner had arrived at thhe operation and relieved the director from supervising to allow the director to obtain files for review by licensing. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver was observed using her cell phone for personal use while responsible for supervising children during nap time. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
One child did not have an emergency contact listed in their file. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
There was not enough lighting in the nap room to provide adequate supervision of the children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Ensuring broken equimpent is removed daily, securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regulary. |
— |
| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver was allowed access to children prior to the operation receiving an eligibility notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
Director responsiblities are not maintained when the director is overseeing caregiver roles and responsibilities which prohibits and limits the ability to conduct an inspection, provide records and documents, assist with administrative and clerical duties. Currently the director is the main caregiver providing care and supervision of the children in care. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
The infant crib did not have a tight fitted sheet. The sheet was loose with ripples and could easily be pinched up. It was oberved that the sheet did not fit the mattress properly. This was corrected when a tighter sheet was placed on the mattress. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. Outside, the second exit and pathway back into the buidling has not been maintained properly as potential hazards and tree debris is scattered behind the exit. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
It was found that the route to the outdoor play area had additional hazards such as it being located right next to a bar/lounge. It was observed to have men coming in and out of the lounge with paraphernalia and smoking outside the lounge area. The outdoor play area is also located next to the shopping strip dumpster where it was observed that garabage and other hazards can easily make their way onto the play area. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
A safety plan for the playground was implemented but was missing vital criteria for approval. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation
There was no transportation policy stated in the operational policies. The operation does offer transportation. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
The operational policies did not include all the abuse and neglect required information needed. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The outdoor play area has a metal play train and tube that is missing parts and not kept in good repair. The transportation van also was not properly cleaned out and had garabge and debris on the floors of the van. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
An active ant bed was observed on the playground. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child
3 school aged children did not have the required school information on file. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
The operational policies did not include inclusion service information for children with special needs. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
The outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and not set up properly while having exposed long metal points protruding from the bottom of the equipment. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
No active ant beds were observed, but the grass was not maintained and tall enough to be hazardous towards children playing outside. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(1) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Notify Parents of Location
There is no written notification to parents regarding the location of the outdoor play area. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by trees, bushes, trash, an empty gas container, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies did not include parent rights. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation
There was no transportation policy stated in the operational policies. The operation does offer transportation. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child
3 school aged children did not have the required school information on file. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Two children did not have emergency medical authorization from a parent. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.909 - Access to Personnel Records
Personnel records were not immediately accessble for review when the director was supervising during naptime and the only staff member in the building, This was corrected when the owner had arrived at thhe operation and relieved the director from supervising to allow the director to obtain files for review by licensing. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(1) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Notify Parents of Location
There is no written notification to parents regarding the location of the outdoor play area. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver was observed using her cell phone for personal use while responsible for supervising children during nap time. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
During naptime, a floor fan was observed to be on and working with no safegaurd or barrier around it. This was corrected when the director removed the fan unit from the area of care. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
The outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and not set up properly while having exposed long metal points protruding from the bottom of the equipment. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
A safety plan for the playground was implemented but was missing vital criteria for approval. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The lat fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25. |
— |
| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver was allowed access to children prior to the operation receiving an eligibility notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies did not include parent rights. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
No active ant beds were observed, but the grass was not maintained and tall enough to be hazardous towards children playing outside. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
It was found that the route to the outdoor play area had additional hazards such as it being located right next to a bar/lounge. It was observed to have men coming in and out of the lounge with paraphernalia and smoking outside the lounge area. The outdoor play area is also located next to the shopping strip dumpster where it was observed that garabage and other hazards can easily make their way onto the play area. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
Director responsiblities are not maintained when the director is overseeing caregiver roles and responsibilities which prohibits and limits the ability to conduct an inspection, provide records and documents, assist with administrative and clerical duties. Currently the director is the main caregiver providing care and supervision of the children in care. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. Outside, the second exit and pathway back into the buidling has not been maintained properly as potential hazards and tree debris is scattered behind the exit. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by trees, bushes, trash, an empty gas container, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regularly. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
An active ant bed was observed on the playground. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
The infant crib did not have a tight fitted sheet. The sheet was loose with ripples and could easily be pinched up. It was oberved that the sheet did not fit the mattress properly. This was corrected when a tighter sheet was placed on the mattress. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
The operational policies did not include all the abuse and neglect required information needed. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
There was not enough lighting in the nap room to provide adequate supervision of the children. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
The caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for, |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
Based on observations made, the outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and was turned over on its side with a long metal point protruding from the bottom of the equipment. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
A storage area in the school age classroom contains hazards such as tables leaning against the wall, stacked chairs and a multitude of other miscellaneous items is accessible to children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
The current safety plan does not apply to the operation's ability to maintain the plan. A new playground safety plan has not been created to account for number of staff to help with transitioning and maintenance of the play area. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Ensuring broken equimpent is removed daily, securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regulary. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
One child did not have an emergency contact listed in their file. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The outdoor play area has a metal play train and tube that is missing parts and not kept in good repair. The transportation van also was not properly cleaned out and had garabge and debris on the floors of the van. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
The operational policies did not include inclusion service information for children with special needs. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4313(2) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for Supervision
The outdoor play area is located at the end of the shopping strip. There was no written plan for maintaining proper supervision upon transporting children to and from the outdoor play area. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policies did not include all the required information for the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation
There was no transportation policy stated in the operational policies. The operation does offer transportation. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Two children did not have emergency medical authorization from a parent. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies did not include parent rights. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver was observed using her cell phone for personal use while responsible for supervising children during nap time. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver was allowed access to children prior to the operation receiving an eligibility notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child
3 school aged children did not have the required school information on file. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by trees, bushes, trash, an empty gas container, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
The operational policies did not include all the abuse and neglect required information needed. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
It was found that the route to the outdoor play area had additional hazards such as it being located right next to a bar/lounge. It was observed to have men coming in and out of the lounge with paraphernalia and smoking outside the lounge area. The outdoor play area is also located next to the shopping strip dumpster where it was observed that garabage and other hazards can easily make their way onto the play area. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
The infant crib did not have a tight fitted sheet. The sheet was loose with ripples and could easily be pinched up. It was oberved that the sheet did not fit the mattress properly. This was corrected when a tighter sheet was placed on the mattress. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
One child did not have an emergency contact listed in their file. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
The operational policies did not include inclusion service information for children with special needs. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The lat fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
A safety plan for the playground was implemented but was missing vital criteria for approval. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
The caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for, |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Ensuring broken equimpent is removed daily, securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regulary. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.909 - Access to Personnel Records
Personnel records were not immediately accessble for review when the director was supervising during naptime and the only staff member in the building, This was corrected when the owner had arrived at thhe operation and relieved the director from supervising to allow the director to obtain files for review by licensing. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4313(1) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Notify Parents of Location
There is no written notification to parents regarding the location of the outdoor play area. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
A storage area in the school age classroom contains hazards such as tables leaning against the wall, stacked chairs and a multitude of other miscellaneous items is accessible to children. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
During naptime, a floor fan was observed to be on and working with no safegaurd or barrier around it. This was corrected when the director removed the fan unit from the area of care. |
Yes |
56 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.
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