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The Alphabet Club

Child care center · 14530 OLD KATY RD, Houston, TX 77079-1024 · License 850028

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 150. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (248)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During the inspection the toilet in the children's restroom was covered with a plastic bag.
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
Based on the paper work given to me by the director about the vehicle used for transportation which was purchased on 6/12/2018. This vehicle used for transportation was not equipped with child safety alarm.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Wall outlet cover plate was cracked. NOTE: Director replaced cracked outlet plate at inspection.
Yes
4 746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
There has not been any testing of carbon monoxide detector since 12/2023.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver in care of 15 children during nap time did not have a background check (BGC) eligibility status received. The BGC was submitted during the inspection.
4 746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
The director did not have a current transportation training certificate for licensing to review.
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An electrical outlet was left uncovered in classroom with children present during the inspection. Note: The provided covered the outlet during the inspection.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Admission information for 10 children's files evaluated were missing the following information: - Completed Special Needs Statements - Address for Emergency Contact Person
3 746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
Education requirements for2 staff were not translated into English.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The annual health inspection was last conducted on 09/18/2020. All required fees have been submitted.
4 746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
Of the three vehicles inspected, one failed to display a functioning left indicator light.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Caregivers did not know the number of children in two of the classrooms observed during the inspection. One caregiver stated there were 4 children and there was only 3 children in the classroom. Another caregiver stated there were 12 children in the classroom and there was only 11 children. Note: Discussed with the provider that all caregivers must know the number of children they are responsible for at all times.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Loosefill waslow around the slide use zone and had grass growing through loose fill areas.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Two children did not food allergy emergency plans.
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
At least 2 outlets were observed in different rooms uncovered.
Yes
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
1 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have an updated immunization record. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection with the parent sending over an updated immunization record.
Yes
4 746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
I observed several nails protruding out of the playground structure. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by the nails being hammered flat into the playground structure.
Yes
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
2 out of the 10 staff files evaluated contained documentation of education received that was written in a foreign language that has not been translated to English.
3 746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
I observed several medications that was expired, NOTE: This was corrected by removing all expired medication and returning it to the parents.
Yes
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The annual fire inspection has not been conducted since June of 2022.
3 746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
Opration did not have most recent 2936 posting.
Yes
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Caregivers did not know the number of children in care during the follow up inspection. Two caregivers stated there were 10 children and there were 11 children present. Note: Discussed with the operation children must be accounted for at all time and it is criticial that they know how many children they have.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Health statement was missing on file for one out of eight children file checked. This was corrected when the doctor's office fax it to the operation.
Yes
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper during the inspection. Note: The caregiver washed their hands during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
During the inspection expired milk was observed in the infant room refrigerator and has not been disposed of. Note: The provider disposed of the expired milk during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
The caregivers in the infant room did not have the first aid training.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant feeding sheet for one child was last updated in 6/10/2022. Caregiver stated that the form was given to parent and she has not brought the form back. This was corrected when parent email this information to the operation.
Yes
4 746.305(a)(3) - AP Report a Child In Care Showing Signs and Symptoms of Illness Requiring Hospitalization
Based upon the information obtained, the operation did not notify CCR within the required timeframe of a child showing signs of illness that required treatment by a medical professional. The incident occurred on June 16th, 2023 and the operation did not report to CCR until June 20th, 2023.
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The annual Children's Product Certification has not been completed since January 26th, 2022.
1 746.1317(a)(6)(B) - Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty
The director of this operation has provided current training to staff but the operation has been assesed an administrative penalty within the last two years. Penalty was assessed on 10/23/2023. Operation director will not be able to provide training until 10/24/2025.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper during the inspection. Note: The caregiver washed their hands during the inspection.
Yes
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
3 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Admission information for 10 children's files evaluated were missing the following information: - Completed Special Needs Statements - Address for Emergency Contact Person
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
2 out of the 10 staff files evaluated contained documentation of education received that was written in a foreign language that has not been translated to English.
4 746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
Of the three vehicles inspected, one failed to display a functioning left indicator light.
4 746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
There has not been any testing of carbon monoxide detector since 12/2023.
4 746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
I observed several nails protruding out of the playground structure. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by the nails being hammered flat into the playground structure.
Yes
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver in care of 15 children during nap time did not have a background check (BGC) eligibility status received. The BGC was submitted during the inspection.
3 746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
Opration did not have most recent 2936 posting.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During the inspection the toilet in the children's restroom was covered with a plastic bag.
3 746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
I observed several medications that was expired, NOTE: This was corrected by removing all expired medication and returning it to the parents.
Yes
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
Based on the paper work given to me by the director about the vehicle used for transportation which was purchased on 6/12/2018. This vehicle used for transportation was not equipped with child safety alarm.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
The caregivers in the infant room did not have the first aid training.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Caregivers did not know the number of children in care during the follow up inspection. Two caregivers stated there were 10 children and there were 11 children present. Note: Discussed with the operation children must be accounted for at all time and it is criticial that they know how many children they have.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant feeding sheet for one child was last updated in 6/10/2022. Caregiver stated that the form was given to parent and she has not brought the form back. This was corrected when parent email this information to the operation.
Yes
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
During the inspection expired milk was observed in the infant room refrigerator and has not been disposed of. Note: The provider disposed of the expired milk during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Loosefill waslow around the slide use zone and had grass growing through loose fill areas.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
1 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have an updated immunization record. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection with the parent sending over an updated immunization record.
Yes
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The annual health inspection was last conducted on 09/18/2020. All required fees have been submitted.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Caregivers did not know the number of children in two of the classrooms observed during the inspection. One caregiver stated there were 4 children and there was only 3 children in the classroom. Another caregiver stated there were 12 children in the classroom and there was only 11 children. Note: Discussed with the provider that all caregivers must know the number of children they are responsible for at all times.
4 746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
The director did not have a current transportation training certificate for licensing to review.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Health statement was missing on file for one out of eight children file checked. This was corrected when the doctor's office fax it to the operation.
Yes
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The annual Children's Product Certification has not been completed since January 26th, 2022.
4 746.305(a)(3) - AP Report a Child In Care Showing Signs and Symptoms of Illness Requiring Hospitalization
Based upon the information obtained, the operation did not notify CCR within the required timeframe of a child showing signs of illness that required treatment by a medical professional. The incident occurred on June 16th, 2023 and the operation did not report to CCR until June 20th, 2023.
1 746.1317(a)(6)(B) - Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty
The director of this operation has provided current training to staff but the operation has been assesed an administrative penalty within the last two years. Penalty was assessed on 10/23/2023. Operation director will not be able to provide training until 10/24/2025.
3 746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
Education requirements for2 staff were not translated into English.
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Wall outlet cover plate was cracked. NOTE: Director replaced cracked outlet plate at inspection.
Yes
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
At least 2 outlets were observed in different rooms uncovered.
Yes
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An electrical outlet was left uncovered in classroom with children present during the inspection. Note: The provided covered the outlet during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Two children did not food allergy emergency plans.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The annual fire inspection has not been conducted since June of 2022.
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The annual Children's Product Certification has not been completed since January 26th, 2022.
1 746.1317(a)(6)(B) - Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty
The director of this operation has provided current training to staff but the operation has been assesed an administrative penalty within the last two years. Penalty was assessed on 10/23/2023. Operation director will not be able to provide training until 10/24/2025.
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
During the inspection expired milk was observed in the infant room refrigerator and has not been disposed of. Note: The provider disposed of the expired milk during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Caregivers did not know the number of children in care during the follow up inspection. Two caregivers stated there were 10 children and there were 11 children present. Note: Discussed with the operation children must be accounted for at all time and it is criticial that they know how many children they have.
4 746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
Of the three vehicles inspected, one failed to display a functioning left indicator light.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The annual fire inspection has not been conducted since June of 2022.
3 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Admission information for 10 children's files evaluated were missing the following information: - Completed Special Needs Statements - Address for Emergency Contact Person
4 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Wall outlet cover plate was cracked. NOTE: Director replaced cracked outlet plate at inspection.
Yes
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper during the inspection. Note: The caregiver washed their hands during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During the inspection the toilet in the children's restroom was covered with a plastic bag.
4 746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
I observed several nails protruding out of the playground structure. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by the nails being hammered flat into the playground structure.
Yes
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An electrical outlet was left uncovered in classroom with children present during the inspection. Note: The provided covered the outlet during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
The caregivers in the infant room did not have the first aid training.
1 746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
2 out of the 10 staff files evaluated contained documentation of education received that was written in a foreign language that has not been translated to English.
4 746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
There has not been any testing of carbon monoxide detector since 12/2023.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Caregivers did not know the number of children in two of the classrooms observed during the inspection. One caregiver stated there were 4 children and there was only 3 children in the classroom. Another caregiver stated there were 12 children in the classroom and there was only 11 children. Note: Discussed with the provider that all caregivers must know the number of children they are responsible for at all times.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver in care of 15 children during nap time did not have a background check (BGC) eligibility status received. The BGC was submitted during the inspection.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The annual health inspection was last conducted on 09/18/2020. All required fees have been submitted.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Loosefill waslow around the slide use zone and had grass growing through loose fill areas.
4 746.305(a)(3) - AP Report a Child In Care Showing Signs and Symptoms of Illness Requiring Hospitalization
Based upon the information obtained, the operation did not notify CCR within the required timeframe of a child showing signs of illness that required treatment by a medical professional. The incident occurred on June 16th, 2023 and the operation did not report to CCR until June 20th, 2023.
4 746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
The director did not have a current transportation training certificate for licensing to review.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
1 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have an updated immunization record. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection with the parent sending over an updated immunization record.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Health statement was missing on file for one out of eight children file checked. This was corrected when the doctor's office fax it to the operation.
Yes
3 746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
I observed several medications that was expired, NOTE: This was corrected by removing all expired medication and returning it to the parents.
Yes
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
Based on the paper work given to me by the director about the vehicle used for transportation which was purchased on 6/12/2018. This vehicle used for transportation was not equipped with child safety alarm.
3 746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
Education requirements for2 staff were not translated into English.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Two children did not food allergy emergency plans.
3 746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
Opration did not have most recent 2936 posting.
Yes
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
At least 2 outlets were observed in different rooms uncovered.
Yes
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant feeding sheet for one child was last updated in 6/10/2022. Caregiver stated that the form was given to parent and she has not brought the form back. This was corrected when parent email this information to the operation.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Admission information for 10 children's files evaluated were missing the following information: - Completed Special Needs Statements - Address for Emergency Contact Person
4 746.305(a)(3) - AP Report a Child In Care Showing Signs and Symptoms of Illness Requiring Hospitalization
Based upon the information obtained, the operation did not notify CCR within the required timeframe of a child showing signs of illness that required treatment by a medical professional. The incident occurred on June 16th, 2023 and the operation did not report to CCR until June 20th, 2023.
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The annual Children's Product Certification has not been completed since January 26th, 2022.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Two children did not food allergy emergency plans.
1 746.1317(a)(6)(B) - Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty
The director of this operation has provided current training to staff but the operation has been assesed an administrative penalty within the last two years. Penalty was assessed on 10/23/2023. Operation director will not be able to provide training until 10/24/2025.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
1 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have an updated immunization record. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection with the parent sending over an updated immunization record.
Yes
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant feeding sheet for one child was last updated in 6/10/2022. Caregiver stated that the form was given to parent and she has not brought the form back. This was corrected when parent email this information to the operation.
Yes

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

Inspections (72)

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

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