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Sharons Kid Korner

Child care center · 503 E METHVIN ST, Longview, TX 75601-7328 · License 552783

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 129. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (216)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection a few areas of chipping paint were observed.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Multiple infants feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in 30 days.
4 746.1013(c) - Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Upon arrival to the daycare no staff knew who was in charge at the time.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when the children were being aggressive with each other and nothing was done about the situation.
3 746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
During the inspection caregiver training hours were observed, 4 out of the 10 did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.
3 746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The annual verification for Liability Insurance was due on 11/30/2023 and has not been completed.
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies and enrollment paperwork were missing information on parents rights during review.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver was seen conducting a diaper change. The caregiver did not wash their hands between each change.
5 746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver left her class unattended and out of proximity for 15 minutes.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Upon arrival at the daycare a caregiver was seen listening to music with headphones in both ears and using her cell phone while watching children.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, 5 were missing the address for the emergency contact and 3 were missing their Health Statement.
3 746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
4 746.2909(4) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
During the inspection nap mats were observed set up in a room in a way that did not allow access without having to step over children.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The employees who left survey was not completed by the required due date of 11:59PM on January 15th.
5 746.2411(2)(E) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Minimum Height of 22 Inches from Top of Railing to Mattress Support at Lowest Level
During the inspection the infant room was observed, 3 play yard did not meet the minimum requirement of 22 inches from the top railing to mattress support. 1 of the play yards had an infant sleeping inside of it.
3 746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policies are missing Active Play information, suspension and expulsion policy, hearing and vision info, notification to parents that the operation provides transportation and water activities, and that staff are trained in abuse/neglect awareness and reporting.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregiver did not have proper supervision of the children in their care which allowed cases of bullying to happen in their room.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
During the investigation it was found the director did not ensure that the caregivers were supervising their children when caregivers were observed in the office with the director instead of their classrooms.
3 746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Based on a DFPS investigation, personnel records were not available at the operation, upon demand. Requested records were later emailed to DFPS.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection a few holes and areas of chipping paint were observed. The holes exposed dry wall to the children.
3 746.501(a)(12) - Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
The operational policies were missing a statement on Hearing and Vision Requirements.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Four staff records were reviewed for the Health and Safety Audit and are missing the following trainings: Two staff need HAZMAT, all need food allergies training, all need emergency Preparedness training.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
During the inspection a caregiver was observed present and on the staff list that had an inactive background.
4 746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
During review 2 caregivers were found to have out of date CPR/First Aid.
3 746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
The after school room was observed and individual storage for children's belongings was not available.
4 746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
During review 2 caregivers were found to have out of date CPR/First Aid.
5 746.2411(2)(E) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Minimum Height of 22 Inches from Top of Railing to Mattress Support at Lowest Level
During the inspection the infant room was observed, 3 play yard did not meet the minimum requirement of 22 inches from the top railing to mattress support. 1 of the play yards had an infant sleeping inside of it.
3 746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.
5 746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver left her class unattended and out of proximity for 15 minutes.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, 5 were missing the address for the emergency contact and 3 were missing their Health Statement.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
During the investigation it was found the director did not ensure that the caregivers were supervising their children when caregivers were observed in the office with the director instead of their classrooms.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
3 746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
The after school room was observed and individual storage for children's belongings was not available.
3 746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policies are missing Active Play information, suspension and expulsion policy, hearing and vision info, notification to parents that the operation provides transportation and water activities, and that staff are trained in abuse/neglect awareness and reporting.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when the children were being aggressive with each other and nothing was done about the situation.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
During the inspection a caregiver was observed present and on the staff list that had an inactive background.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection a few holes and areas of chipping paint were observed. The holes exposed dry wall to the children.
4 746.2909(4) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
During the inspection nap mats were observed set up in a room in a way that did not allow access without having to step over children.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Multiple infants feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in 30 days.
3 746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Based on a DFPS investigation, personnel records were not available at the operation, upon demand. Requested records were later emailed to DFPS.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Upon arrival at the daycare a caregiver was seen listening to music with headphones in both ears and using her cell phone while watching children.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Four staff records were reviewed for the Health and Safety Audit and are missing the following trainings: Two staff need HAZMAT, all need food allergies training, all need emergency Preparedness training.
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies and enrollment paperwork were missing information on parents rights during review.
3 746.501(a)(12) - Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
The operational policies were missing a statement on Hearing and Vision Requirements.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregiver did not have proper supervision of the children in their care which allowed cases of bullying to happen in their room.
3 746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The annual verification for Liability Insurance was due on 11/30/2023 and has not been completed.
4 746.1013(c) - Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Upon arrival to the daycare no staff knew who was in charge at the time.
3 746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
During the inspection caregiver training hours were observed, 4 out of the 10 did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver was seen conducting a diaper change. The caregiver did not wash their hands between each change.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The employees who left survey was not completed by the required due date of 11:59PM on January 15th.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection a few areas of chipping paint were observed.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection a few areas of chipping paint were observed.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, 5 were missing the address for the emergency contact and 3 were missing their Health Statement.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Four staff records were reviewed for the Health and Safety Audit and are missing the following trainings: Two staff need HAZMAT, all need food allergies training, all need emergency Preparedness training.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when the children were being aggressive with each other and nothing was done about the situation.
5 746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver left her class unattended and out of proximity for 15 minutes.
3 746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
During the inspection caregiver training hours were observed, 4 out of the 10 did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies and enrollment paperwork were missing information on parents rights during review.
4 746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
During review 2 caregivers were found to have out of date CPR/First Aid.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
4 746.2909(4) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
During the inspection nap mats were observed set up in a room in a way that did not allow access without having to step over children.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
During the inspection a caregiver was observed present and on the staff list that had an inactive background.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
During the investigation it was found the director did not ensure that the caregivers were supervising their children when caregivers were observed in the office with the director instead of their classrooms.
3 746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
The after school room was observed and individual storage for children's belongings was not available.
5 746.2411(2)(E) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Minimum Height of 22 Inches from Top of Railing to Mattress Support at Lowest Level
During the inspection the infant room was observed, 3 play yard did not meet the minimum requirement of 22 inches from the top railing to mattress support. 1 of the play yards had an infant sleeping inside of it.
3 746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Based on a DFPS investigation, personnel records were not available at the operation, upon demand. Requested records were later emailed to DFPS.
3 746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policies are missing Active Play information, suspension and expulsion policy, hearing and vision info, notification to parents that the operation provides transportation and water activities, and that staff are trained in abuse/neglect awareness and reporting.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The employees who left survey was not completed by the required due date of 11:59PM on January 15th.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver was seen conducting a diaper change. The caregiver did not wash their hands between each change.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection a few holes and areas of chipping paint were observed. The holes exposed dry wall to the children.
3 746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The annual verification for Liability Insurance was due on 11/30/2023 and has not been completed.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Upon arrival at the daycare a caregiver was seen listening to music with headphones in both ears and using her cell phone while watching children.
4 746.1013(c) - Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Upon arrival to the daycare no staff knew who was in charge at the time.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregiver did not have proper supervision of the children in their care which allowed cases of bullying to happen in their room.
3 746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Multiple infants feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in 30 days.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.
3 746.501(a)(12) - Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
The operational policies were missing a statement on Hearing and Vision Requirements.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Multiple infants feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in 30 days.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
During the investigation it was found the director did not ensure that the caregivers were supervising their children when caregivers were observed in the office with the director instead of their classrooms.
4 746.1013(c) - Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Upon arrival to the daycare no staff knew who was in charge at the time.
4 746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
During review 2 caregivers were found to have out of date CPR/First Aid.
3 746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The annual verification for Liability Insurance was due on 11/30/2023 and has not been completed.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver was seen conducting a diaper change. The caregiver did not wash their hands between each change.
5 746.2411(2)(E) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Minimum Height of 22 Inches from Top of Railing to Mattress Support at Lowest Level
During the inspection the infant room was observed, 3 play yard did not meet the minimum requirement of 22 inches from the top railing to mattress support. 1 of the play yards had an infant sleeping inside of it.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Four staff records were reviewed for the Health and Safety Audit and are missing the following trainings: Two staff need HAZMAT, all need food allergies training, all need emergency Preparedness training.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, 5 were missing the address for the emergency contact and 3 were missing their Health Statement.
3 746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
During the inspection caregiver training hours were observed, 4 out of the 10 did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection a few holes and areas of chipping paint were observed. The holes exposed dry wall to the children.
3 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies and enrollment paperwork were missing information on parents rights during review.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregiver did not have proper supervision of the children in their care which allowed cases of bullying to happen in their room.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
During the inspection a caregiver was observed present and on the staff list that had an inactive background.
5 746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver left her class unattended and out of proximity for 15 minutes.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when the children were being aggressive with each other and nothing was done about the situation.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.
3 746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.

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

Inspections (120)

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

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