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Whiz Children's Academy

Child care center · 9561 FM 1960 RD W, Houston, TX 77070-6109 · License 857648

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 99. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (160)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver present in the infant classroom was observed having their backrground check status "Inactive" during the inspection. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The gate to cover the electrical AC units in the outdoor area was observed left open. The smaller playground was observed having puddles of water standing on concrete surface where children are accessible to This was corrected when the gate for the AC units were closed and locked, the director removed the standing water in the playground area.
Yes
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Sleeping space in the Pre-k/ School-age classroom was observed not adequately arranged when there were no spaces observed between the children's nap cots. This was corrected when the napping area was rearranged.
Yes
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
The four year old classroom was very dark upon entry, I was not able to visible see the children. This was corrected at inspection when the lights were turned on.
Yes
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Supervision for children was not maintained when there were no teacher in the Toddlers Classroom with 7 children ages 2-3yo was observed present, two of the children were observed napping when CCR inspector entered the classroom.
3 746.201(8) - Liability Insurance Maintained
The liabilty insurance for the child care center was obseved expired on 3/30/2022.
4 746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
The annual training for one caregiver was observed missing 17 hours of the annual training period 11/20-11/21.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee was observed present inside the operation without having their background check submitted. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
2 746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, although the operational policies stated parents are welcome to visit the operation at any times, the operation is implementing closed door policies with no wirtten explanation to the parents who have their child enrolled at this operation.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 4-month-old infant was observed sleeping with a pacifier clipped to their chest during the inspection. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the clip attachment from the pacifier.
5 746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
One child was placed behind a shelf and the caregiver could not visible see the child from her location. This was corrected when the caregiver moved the child to a visible location.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
The television was observed being left on for over one hour during the inspection. The caregiver in charge was made aware and turned off the TV during the inspection.
Yes
3 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The monthly playground inspection was not conducted for the playground at the operation
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Two employees and the director's files were reviewed and observed missing the proof of high school or equivalence documentation in their personnel files.
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
Supervision was not maintained when a caregiver in the 2-year-old classroom was observed standing in the hallway outside of the classroom and not supervising children during nap time.
3 746.501(a)(18)(B) - Written Operational Policies - Duration
The operational polciies was reviewed and observed missing the information related to the duration for physical indoor/outfoor activities for the children in care.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy plan for one child age 2yo was observed missing from the admission information forms.
4 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
The daily playground check list was observed not completed for the current date 3/31/2022. This was corrected, the person in charge completed the playground check list and documented in the form.
Yes
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The operation failed to abide by the 18 months rule difference when a mixed age group classroom was observed with 15 children including a 5 months old and 6 years old combined.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
The television in the Pre-K/ School Age classroom was observed being left on during rest time. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and turned off the television.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The operation failed to abide by the 18 months rule difference when a mixed age group classroom was observed with 15 children including a 5 months old and 6 years old combined.
Yes
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver present in the infant classroom was observed having their backrground check status "Inactive" during the inspection. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy plan for one child age 2yo was observed missing from the admission information forms.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 4-month-old infant was observed sleeping with a pacifier clipped to their chest during the inspection. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the clip attachment from the pacifier.
3 746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
The television was observed being left on for over one hour during the inspection. The caregiver in charge was made aware and turned off the TV during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
The annual training for one caregiver was observed missing 17 hours of the annual training period 11/20-11/21.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee was observed present inside the operation without having their background check submitted. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
The daily playground check list was observed not completed for the current date 3/31/2022. This was corrected, the person in charge completed the playground check list and documented in the form.
Yes
5 746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
One child was placed behind a shelf and the caregiver could not visible see the child from her location. This was corrected when the caregiver moved the child to a visible location.
Yes
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
Supervision was not maintained when a caregiver in the 2-year-old classroom was observed standing in the hallway outside of the classroom and not supervising children during nap time.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Supervision for children was not maintained when there were no teacher in the Toddlers Classroom with 7 children ages 2-3yo was observed present, two of the children were observed napping when CCR inspector entered the classroom.
2 746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, although the operational policies stated parents are welcome to visit the operation at any times, the operation is implementing closed door policies with no wirtten explanation to the parents who have their child enrolled at this operation.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The gate to cover the electrical AC units in the outdoor area was observed left open. The smaller playground was observed having puddles of water standing on concrete surface where children are accessible to This was corrected when the gate for the AC units were closed and locked, the director removed the standing water in the playground area.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
The television in the Pre-K/ School Age classroom was observed being left on during rest time. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and turned off the television.
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
The four year old classroom was very dark upon entry, I was not able to visible see the children. This was corrected at inspection when the lights were turned on.
Yes
3 746.201(8) - Liability Insurance Maintained
The liabilty insurance for the child care center was obseved expired on 3/30/2022.
3 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The monthly playground inspection was not conducted for the playground at the operation
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Two employees and the director's files were reviewed and observed missing the proof of high school or equivalence documentation in their personnel files.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Sleeping space in the Pre-k/ School-age classroom was observed not adequately arranged when there were no spaces observed between the children's nap cots. This was corrected when the napping area was rearranged.
Yes
3 746.501(a)(18)(B) - Written Operational Policies - Duration
The operational polciies was reviewed and observed missing the information related to the duration for physical indoor/outfoor activities for the children in care.
5 746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
One child was placed behind a shelf and the caregiver could not visible see the child from her location. This was corrected when the caregiver moved the child to a visible location.
Yes
3 746.501(a)(18)(B) - Written Operational Policies - Duration
The operational polciies was reviewed and observed missing the information related to the duration for physical indoor/outfoor activities for the children in 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
Supervision was not maintained when a caregiver in the 2-year-old classroom was observed standing in the hallway outside of the classroom and not supervising children during nap time.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The gate to cover the electrical AC units in the outdoor area was observed left open. The smaller playground was observed having puddles of water standing on concrete surface where children are accessible to This was corrected when the gate for the AC units were closed and locked, the director removed the standing water in the playground area.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
The television was observed being left on for over one hour during the inspection. The caregiver in charge was made aware and turned off the TV during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy plan for one child age 2yo was observed missing from the admission information forms.
3 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The monthly playground inspection was not conducted for the playground at the operation
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 4-month-old infant was observed sleeping with a pacifier clipped to their chest during the inspection. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the clip attachment from the pacifier.
4 746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
The annual training for one caregiver was observed missing 17 hours of the annual training period 11/20-11/21.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Sleeping space in the Pre-k/ School-age classroom was observed not adequately arranged when there were no spaces observed between the children's nap cots. This was corrected when the napping area was rearranged.
Yes
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
The four year old classroom was very dark upon entry, I was not able to visible see the children. This was corrected at inspection when the lights were turned on.
Yes
4 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
The daily playground check list was observed not completed for the current date 3/31/2022. This was corrected, the person in charge completed the playground check list and documented in the form.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
The television in the Pre-K/ School Age classroom was observed being left on during rest time. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and turned off the television.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee was observed present inside the operation without having their background check submitted. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The operation failed to abide by the 18 months rule difference when a mixed age group classroom was observed with 15 children including a 5 months old and 6 years old combined.
Yes
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Supervision for children was not maintained when there were no teacher in the Toddlers Classroom with 7 children ages 2-3yo was observed present, two of the children were observed napping when CCR inspector entered the classroom.
3 746.201(8) - Liability Insurance Maintained
The liabilty insurance for the child care center was obseved expired on 3/30/2022.
2 746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, although the operational policies stated parents are welcome to visit the operation at any times, the operation is implementing closed door policies with no wirtten explanation to the parents who have their child enrolled at this operation.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver present in the infant classroom was observed having their backrground check status "Inactive" during the inspection. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Two employees and the director's files were reviewed and observed missing the proof of high school or equivalence documentation in their personnel files.
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Two employees and the director's files were reviewed and observed missing the proof of high school or equivalence documentation in their personnel files.
5 746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
One child was placed behind a shelf and the caregiver could not visible see the child from her location. This was corrected when the caregiver moved the child to a visible location.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The gate to cover the electrical AC units in the outdoor area was observed left open. The smaller playground was observed having puddles of water standing on concrete surface where children are accessible to This was corrected when the gate for the AC units were closed and locked, the director removed the standing water in the playground area.
Yes
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
Supervision was not maintained when a caregiver in the 2-year-old classroom was observed standing in the hallway outside of the classroom and not supervising children during nap time.
2 746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, although the operational policies stated parents are welcome to visit the operation at any times, the operation is implementing closed door policies with no wirtten explanation to the parents who have their child enrolled at this operation.
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
The four year old classroom was very dark upon entry, I was not able to visible see the children. This was corrected at inspection when the lights were turned on.
Yes
3 746.201(8) - Liability Insurance Maintained
The liabilty insurance for the child care center was obseved expired on 3/30/2022.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The operation failed to abide by the 18 months rule difference when a mixed age group classroom was observed with 15 children including a 5 months old and 6 years old combined.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
The television in the Pre-K/ School Age classroom was observed being left on during rest time. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and turned off the television.
3 746.501(a)(18)(B) - Written Operational Policies - Duration
The operational polciies was reviewed and observed missing the information related to the duration for physical indoor/outfoor activities for the children in care.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver present in the infant classroom was observed having their backrground check status "Inactive" during the inspection. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
The daily playground check list was observed not completed for the current date 3/31/2022. This was corrected, the person in charge completed the playground check list and documented in the form.
Yes
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy plan for one child age 2yo was observed missing from the admission information forms.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee was observed present inside the operation without having their background check submitted. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
The annual training for one caregiver was observed missing 17 hours of the annual training period 11/20-11/21.
3 746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
The television was observed being left on for over one hour during the inspection. The caregiver in charge was made aware and turned off the TV during the inspection.
Yes
3 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The monthly playground inspection was not conducted for the playground at the operation
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 4-month-old infant was observed sleeping with a pacifier clipped to their chest during the inspection. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the clip attachment from the pacifier.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Sleeping space in the Pre-k/ School-age classroom was observed not adequately arranged when there were no spaces observed between the children's nap cots. This was corrected when the napping area was rearranged.
Yes
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Supervision for children was not maintained when there were no teacher in the Toddlers Classroom with 7 children ages 2-3yo was observed present, two of the children were observed napping when CCR inspector entered the classroom.
3 746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
The television was observed being left on for over one hour during the inspection. The caregiver in charge was made aware and turned off the TV during the inspection.
Yes
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
Supervision was not maintained when a caregiver in the 2-year-old classroom was observed standing in the hallway outside of the classroom and not supervising children during nap time.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The operation failed to abide by the 18 months rule difference when a mixed age group classroom was observed with 15 children including a 5 months old and 6 years old combined.
Yes
3 746.201(8) - Liability Insurance Maintained
The liabilty insurance for the child care center was obseved expired on 3/30/2022.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver present in the infant classroom was observed having their backrground check status "Inactive" during the inspection. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
3 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The monthly playground inspection was not conducted for the playground at the operation
2 746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, although the operational policies stated parents are welcome to visit the operation at any times, the operation is implementing closed door policies with no wirtten explanation to the parents who have their child enrolled at this operation.
3 746.501(a)(18)(B) - Written Operational Policies - Duration
The operational polciies was reviewed and observed missing the information related to the duration for physical indoor/outfoor activities for the children in care.
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Two employees and the director's files were reviewed and observed missing the proof of high school or equivalence documentation in their personnel files.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Supervision for children was not maintained when there were no teacher in the Toddlers Classroom with 7 children ages 2-3yo was observed present, two of the children were observed napping when CCR inspector entered the classroom.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy plan for one child age 2yo was observed missing from the admission information forms.
5 745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
An employee was observed present inside the operation without having their background check submitted. This was address with the director, the caregiver was confirmed left the premise while on site
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Sleeping space in the Pre-k/ School-age classroom was observed not adequately arranged when there were no spaces observed between the children's nap cots. This was corrected when the napping area was rearranged.
Yes
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
The four year old classroom was very dark upon entry, I was not able to visible see the children. This was corrected at inspection when the lights were turned on.
Yes
5 746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
One child was placed behind a shelf and the caregiver could not visible see the child from her location. This was corrected when the caregiver moved the child to a visible location.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
The television in the Pre-K/ School Age classroom was observed being left on during rest time. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and turned off the television.
4 746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
The annual training for one caregiver was observed missing 17 hours of the annual training period 11/20-11/21.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 4-month-old infant was observed sleeping with a pacifier clipped to their chest during the inspection. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the clip attachment from the pacifier.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The gate to cover the electrical AC units in the outdoor area was observed left open. The smaller playground was observed having puddles of water standing on concrete surface where children are accessible to This was corrected when the gate for the AC units were closed and locked, the director removed the standing water in the playground area.
Yes
4 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
The daily playground check list was observed not completed for the current date 3/31/2022. This was corrected, the person in charge completed the playground check list and documented in the form.
Yes

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

Inspections (56)

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

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