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Little Dude Ranch

Child care center · 1601 STEWART ST, Brownwood, TX 76801-6519 · License 830389

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 250. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (232)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was supervising 18 children age 18 months to 2 year olds. The co teacher lost all visual and auditory awareness when she exited the area to take a restroom break. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver returned to the room, bringing the classroom back into ratio.
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
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a 3 year old child was left unsupervised on the playground when the caregiver took the rest of the class inside.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver used their cell phone to take personal videos of their child while in care. This was corrected during the inspection because the caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Yes
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
At the time of inspection the operation did not have a documented health inspection available within the last 12 months. The last documented health inspection was completed on 7/18/2024.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that a child was left unattended during a field trip when the rest of the children and the caregiver returned to the operation.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In the pre-k room, cleaning supplies were observed in a lower unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the cleaning supplies were removed from the cabinet and placed out of reach of children in care.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation yelled at children in care.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
It was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate patience getting a child to nap when they tapped the child lips repeatedly to attempt to quiet the child. The caregiver is no longer associated with the operation.
5 746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
It was determined through the course of the investigation, caregivers at the operation are using inappropriate language such as curse words while caring for children.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not notify licensing within 2 days of becoming aware of an allegation of prohibited discipline.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An employee hired to clean the operation was present at the operation and cleaning in the toddler area before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding their eligibility. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the operation.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee who is the book keeper at the operation did not have a background check submitted. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the daycare.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not self-report that a non-enrolled child was put on the school van by school staff and transported to the center.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation does not have a documented fire inspection in the last 12 months. The last fire inspection was completed 7/18/2024.
4 746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
The operation did not notify licensing of changes in Director.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver transported a child that was not enrolled in the operation at the prompting of school personnel. The operation was not contacted by the driver to verify enrollment per their policies. Due to this miscommunication, the child was not restrained in the required safety seat.
5 746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
It was determined through the course of the investigation that the operation failed to notify the parent timely after the child was left unsupervised on the playground.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
A person was left in charge of a group of children, and this person did not have a clear background check. This was corrected when a qualified caregiver took over the class.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was determined through investigation that caregivers have been observed on their cell phones for personal use distracted from supervising the children in their care.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Multiple outlet covers were mssing in various classrooms. Cleaning chemicals were observed in the cabinet in the 3 year old room and the lock on the doors was not working correctly to keep children out of the cabinet. This was corrected during the insepction when the chemicals were put up out of reach of the children pending repair to the door locks. Outlet covers were reinstalled.
1 746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
1 caregiver personnel file was lacking the original certificate of first aid and CPR for review.
5 746.2105(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Swimming Activities - More Than 4 Children (Two or More Caregivers Required)
A group of 22 5 year olds were in the pool, and there was only one qualified caregiver supervising. The pool was officially closed today, and the children returned to their classroom bringing the operation into compliance.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS investigation that a child was neglected while in care.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS Investigation that a caregiver neglectfully supervised children in care allowing them to exit the operation unsupervised.
5 746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
It was determined through video surveillance that a 3 year old child with special needs was required to remain inactive for a period of 24 minutes by being placed in a highchair.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of a situation that placed a child at risk for injury or harm within the required time frame.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that 2 children exited the building unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation used her cell phone for personal use while supervising children in care.
4 746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
Medications were observed in the infant building classes, and there was no proper authorization form available. Infant tylenol was observed in the refrigerator and had no name or identifying information. These items were corrected when the medications were removed from the classrooms by the director.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
A person was left in charge of a group of children, and this person did not have a clear background check. This was corrected when a qualified caregiver took over the class.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of a situation that placed a child at risk for injury or harm within the required time frame.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
It was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate patience getting a child to nap when they tapped the child lips repeatedly to attempt to quiet the child. The caregiver is no longer associated with the operation.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An employee hired to clean the operation was present at the operation and cleaning in the toddler area before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding their eligibility. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the operation.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation used her cell phone for personal use while supervising children in care.
1 746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
1 caregiver personnel file was lacking the original certificate of first aid and CPR for review.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee who is the book keeper at the operation did not have a background check submitted. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left 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
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a 3 year old child was left unsupervised on the playground when the caregiver took the rest of the class inside.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver used their cell phone to take personal videos of their child while in care. This was corrected during the inspection because the caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Yes
5 746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
It was determined through video surveillance that a 3 year old child with special needs was required to remain inactive for a period of 24 minutes by being placed in a highchair.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was determined through investigation that caregivers have been observed on their cell phones for personal use distracted from supervising the children in their care.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that a child was left unattended during a field trip when the rest of the children and the caregiver returned to the operation.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
At the time of inspection the operation did not have a documented health inspection available within the last 12 months. The last documented health inspection was completed on 7/18/2024.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was supervising 18 children age 18 months to 2 year olds. The co teacher lost all visual and auditory awareness when she exited the area to take a restroom break. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver returned to the room, bringing the classroom back into ratio.
4 746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
Medications were observed in the infant building classes, and there was no proper authorization form available. Infant tylenol was observed in the refrigerator and had no name or identifying information. These items were corrected when the medications were removed from the classrooms by the director.
4 746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
The operation did not notify licensing of changes in Director.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS Investigation that a caregiver neglectfully supervised children in care allowing them to exit the operation unsupervised.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not notify licensing within 2 days of becoming aware of an allegation of prohibited discipline.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS investigation that a child was neglected while in care.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not self-report that a non-enrolled child was put on the school van by school staff and transported to the center.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that 2 children exited the building unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.
5 746.2105(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Swimming Activities - More Than 4 Children (Two or More Caregivers Required)
A group of 22 5 year olds were in the pool, and there was only one qualified caregiver supervising. The pool was officially closed today, and the children returned to their classroom bringing the operation into compliance.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver transported a child that was not enrolled in the operation at the prompting of school personnel. The operation was not contacted by the driver to verify enrollment per their policies. Due to this miscommunication, the child was not restrained in the required safety seat.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation does not have a documented fire inspection in the last 12 months. The last fire inspection was completed 7/18/2024.
5 746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
It was determined through the course of the investigation, caregivers at the operation are using inappropriate language such as curse words while caring for children.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation yelled at children in care.
5 746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
It was determined through the course of the investigation that the operation failed to notify the parent timely after the child was left unsupervised on the playground.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Multiple outlet covers were mssing in various classrooms. Cleaning chemicals were observed in the cabinet in the 3 year old room and the lock on the doors was not working correctly to keep children out of the cabinet. This was corrected during the insepction when the chemicals were put up out of reach of the children pending repair to the door locks. Outlet covers were reinstalled.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In the pre-k room, cleaning supplies were observed in a lower unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the cleaning supplies were removed from the cabinet and placed out of reach of children in care.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not notify licensing within 2 days of becoming aware of an allegation of prohibited discipline.
5 746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
It was determined through the course of the investigation that the operation failed to notify the parent timely after the child was left unsupervised on the playground.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS investigation that a child was neglected while in care.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS Investigation that a caregiver neglectfully supervised children in care allowing them to exit the operation unsupervised.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation used her cell phone for personal use while supervising children in care.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An employee hired to clean the operation was present at the operation and cleaning in the toddler area before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding their eligibility. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the operation.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver used their cell phone to take personal videos of their child while in care. This was corrected during the inspection because the caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Yes
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
A person was left in charge of a group of children, and this person did not have a clear background check. This was corrected when a qualified caregiver took over the class.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not self-report that a non-enrolled child was put on the school van by school staff and transported to the center.
4 746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
The operation did not notify licensing of changes in Director.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was determined through investigation that caregivers have been observed on their cell phones for personal use distracted from supervising the children in their care.
4 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
One caregiver was supervising 18 children age 18 months to 2 year olds. The co teacher lost all visual and auditory awareness when she exited the area to take a restroom break. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver returned to the room, bringing the classroom back into ratio.
5 746.2105(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Swimming Activities - More Than 4 Children (Two or More Caregivers Required)
A group of 22 5 year olds were in the pool, and there was only one qualified caregiver supervising. The pool was officially closed today, and the children returned to their classroom bringing the operation into compliance.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
It was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate patience getting a child to nap when they tapped the child lips repeatedly to attempt to quiet the child. The caregiver is no longer associated with the operation.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver transported a child that was not enrolled in the operation at the prompting of school personnel. The operation was not contacted by the driver to verify enrollment per their policies. Due to this miscommunication, the child was not restrained in the required safety seat.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of a situation that placed a child at risk for injury or harm within the required time frame.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that a child was left unattended during a field trip when the rest of the children and the caregiver returned to the operation.
5 746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
It was determined through video surveillance that a 3 year old child with special needs was required to remain inactive for a period of 24 minutes by being placed in a highchair.
4 746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
Medications were observed in the infant building classes, and there was no proper authorization form available. Infant tylenol was observed in the refrigerator and had no name or identifying information. These items were corrected when the medications were removed from the classrooms by the director.
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
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a 3 year old child was left unsupervised on the playground when the caregiver took the rest of the class inside.
1 746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
1 caregiver personnel file was lacking the original certificate of first aid and CPR for review.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
At the time of inspection the operation did not have a documented health inspection available within the last 12 months. The last documented health inspection was completed on 7/18/2024.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that 2 children exited the building unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.
5 746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
It was determined through the course of the investigation, caregivers at the operation are using inappropriate language such as curse words while caring for children.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee who is the book keeper at the operation did not have a background check submitted. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the daycare.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Multiple outlet covers were mssing in various classrooms. Cleaning chemicals were observed in the cabinet in the 3 year old room and the lock on the doors was not working correctly to keep children out of the cabinet. This was corrected during the insepction when the chemicals were put up out of reach of the children pending repair to the door locks. Outlet covers were reinstalled.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In the pre-k room, cleaning supplies were observed in a lower unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the cleaning supplies were removed from the cabinet and placed out of reach of children in care.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation yelled at children in care.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation does not have a documented fire inspection in the last 12 months. The last fire inspection was completed 7/18/2024.
5 746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
It was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate patience getting a child to nap when they tapped the child lips repeatedly to attempt to quiet the child. The caregiver is no longer associated with the operation.
5 746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
It was determined through the course of the investigation, caregivers at the operation are using inappropriate language such as curse words while caring for children.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver transported a child that was not enrolled in the operation at the prompting of school personnel. The operation was not contacted by the driver to verify enrollment per their policies. Due to this miscommunication, the child was not restrained in the required safety seat.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Multiple outlet covers were mssing in various classrooms. Cleaning chemicals were observed in the cabinet in the 3 year old room and the lock on the doors was not working correctly to keep children out of the cabinet. This was corrected during the insepction when the chemicals were put up out of reach of the children pending repair to the door locks. Outlet covers were reinstalled.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that a child was left unattended during a field trip when the rest of the children and the caregiver returned to the operation.
5 746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
It was determined through the course of the investigation that the operation failed to notify the parent timely after the child was left unsupervised on the playground.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
In the pre-k room, cleaning supplies were observed in a lower unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the cleaning supplies were removed from the cabinet and placed out of reach of children in care.
5 746.2105(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Swimming Activities - More Than 4 Children (Two or More Caregivers Required)
A group of 22 5 year olds were in the pool, and there was only one qualified caregiver supervising. The pool was officially closed today, and the children returned to their classroom bringing the operation into compliance.
4 746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
The operation did not notify licensing of changes in Director.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An employee hired to clean the operation was present at the operation and cleaning in the toddler area before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding their eligibility. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the operation.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not notify licensing within 2 days of becoming aware of an allegation of prohibited discipline.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
At the time of inspection the operation did not have a documented health inspection available within the last 12 months. The last documented health inspection was completed on 7/18/2024.
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
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that 2 children exited the building unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.

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

Inspections (144)

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

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