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Kinder Care Number 213

Child care center · 2309 S WILLIS ST, Abilene, TX 79605-6227 · License 64980

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 100. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (286)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
It was determined through the course of the investigation that caregivers have been witnessed yelling at children in care.
5 746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver slapped children's hands. A child in care was forcefully grabbed and forced to the ground. The caregiver also yelled at the children in care.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Two employees were present and actively supervising children in care in a classroom without an eligible background check. This was immediately corrected during the inspection placing the operation back into compliance.
Yes
5 746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operational employees failed to report abuse neglect concerns to CPS when they became aware of the situation requiring them to report to the hotline.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During the unannounced walk-through inspection there were numerous hazards observed. The toilets utilized by children in care were dirty with either urine/fecal matter or both. There was what appeared to be possible mold underneath a refrigerator in a classroom. There were cleaning supplies accessible in a bathoom utilized by children in care. This was immediatly corrected during the isnpection by removing the cleaning supplies. There were mice droppings observed inside the operation.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that numerous operational staff failed to report to CCR when they had concerns of minimum standard violations.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff did not report concerns to CCR regarding prohibited punishment by a caregiver with children in care.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Throughout the course of the HHS investigation, it was determined that an operational employee designated in charge violated numerous minimum standards and was not routinely present at the operation.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The mulch was insufficient at the end of the slides on the outdoor playground.
5 746.3703(b) - No Alcohol or Controlled Substances Consumed
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that an operational employee was under the influence of alcohol while present at the operation during operating hours and actively on the clock.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
A survey of children's immunization records were reviewed. 2 of the 4 immunization records were not current.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation a child in care was injured at the operation and subsequently sought medical treatment. The incident occurred on 7/10/2025. The incident was not reported to CCR until 7/15/2025 during an investigation inspection.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
It was determined throughout the course of the Investigation that a child in care was injured at the operation and cast was placed on the child's arm. The incident occurred on 10/28/2025. This incident was not reported to CCR by the operation.
4 746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
A Television in the 4 year old room was not mounted or anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the television was removed from the classroom.
Yes
5 745.903(2) - Controlling Person - Submit Controlling Person Form to Licensing within two days after a person becomes a controlling person. See TAC 745.901
A governing body change was not updated as required. The new area director started on 10/1/24. The new area director was not listed as a controlling person during the inspection.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver failed to utilize good judgment when she frequently cursed towards and in front of the children in care. The same caregiver also lacked self-control when becoming frustrated with the children in care.
4 746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
During the inspection the playground gate was observed to be locked. The caregiver did not have the key on their persons while supervising children in care on the playground. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by placing the key to the gate by the exit door for caregivers to access while outside.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
During the unannounced monitoring inspection, a 4 year old child in care was observed outside on the playground unsupervised. The 4 year old classroom had entered the building and the child in care was left alone outside for approximately one minute. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by guiding the child in care back inside the building into the classroom.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
During the monitoring inspection on 8/25/22 it was determined that the operation's loose fill surfacing was insufficient. On 9/8/22, it was determined that the loose fill still had not been delivered by cooperate office.
4 746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that children in care were exposed to unsanitary conditions regarding plumbing concerns. The unsanitary conditions started on 4/8/25. CCR arrived at the facility to investigate on 4/11/25.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff that were left in charge lacked self-control when the staff yelled, threatened, and harassed other operational staff and parents on multiple occasions when children in care were present. The same operational employee used profanity around children in care while yelling at operational staff in front of children in care. The same operational employee also violated the operation's tobacco free policy and procedures by bringing a vape pen on the premises. Another operational staff lacked good judgment when the staff notified a parent in advance of a CPS case filed to give "fair-warning."
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
During the inspection 10 children records were audited. 4 files did not have current immunization records. 1 file did not have health care information. 2 files did not have emergency care authorization. 1 file did not have a current vision/hearing screening for a child in care.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that caregivers lacked good judgment when they were screaming at one another, using profanity, and threatening one another while children were in care. The director failed to address numerous health or safety concerns such as mold, mice, and mice droppings. The permit holder failed to utilize good judgment when interviewing an operational employee with the director present, breaching confidentiality.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that an operational employee grabbed and pulled children in care on more than one occasion.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that children in care were harshly treated by a caregiver when the caregiver yelled, shoved, lifted a child up by their shirt, picked children up by their arm off of the ground, and threw children in care on their cots when they wouldn't sleep.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
An operational staff was observed yelling at numerous children in care on numerous occasions when the children wouldn't listen or behave.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Two infant files did no have updated infant feeding instructions.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The toilets at the center were not functioning and overflowing when CCR tested. The contaminated water from the toilets was overflowing onto the floors. This was immediately corrected when children in care were sent home due to unsanitary conditions.
4 746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that the handwashing sink was also utilized for sanitization and disinfecting toys. The handwashing sink was also utilized for washing bottles and sippy cups.
3 746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink
During the inspection a bathroom ulitized by children in care did not have soap and paper towels.
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
An operational employee responsible for children in care and counted in child/caregiver ratio failed to maintain supervision on multiple occasions. The employee went to the office to retrieve their computer, their phone, or to work. The employee also left the classroom unattended to answer the door.
5 746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
The infant caregiver was observed placing the infant on their stomach to sleep. This was immediately corrected during the inspection when CCR prompted the caregiver to place the infant on their back.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
During the inspection 10 personnel files were audited. 3 files were missing date of hire. 6 files were missing high school diploma/GED. 3 files were missing affidavit of employment. 1 file was missing an acknowledgment signed for operational policies and procedures. 1 file was missing a photo identification/drivers license. 2 files were missing proof of orientation. 1 file was missing proof of background check. All files were missing the required annual trainings as they could not be located by the person in charge.
3 746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Current activity plans were not posted in the classrooms.
5 745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
CCR arrived at the facility. CCR rang the doorbell numerous times. CCR contacted operation staff by phone after no personnel answered the door. Operation staff still did not come to the door. Operation staff on the playground observed CCR waiting at the door and still did not answer. It was approximately 8-9 minutes before CCR was allowed access to the building. CCR was eventually allowed access inside the building by a parent, not personnel.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver failed to utilize good judgment when she frequently cursed towards and in front of the children in care. The same caregiver also lacked self-control when becoming frustrated with the children in care.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
During the monitoring inspection on 8/25/22 it was determined that the operation's loose fill surfacing was insufficient. On 9/8/22, it was determined that the loose fill still had not been delivered by cooperate office.
4 746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
A Television in the 4 year old room was not mounted or anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the television was removed from the classroom.
Yes
4 746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that children in care were exposed to unsanitary conditions regarding plumbing concerns. The unsanitary conditions started on 4/8/25. CCR arrived at the facility to investigate on 4/11/25.
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that an operational employee grabbed and pulled children in care on more than one occasion.
5 746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
The infant caregiver was observed placing the infant on their stomach to sleep. This was immediately corrected during the inspection when CCR prompted the caregiver to place the infant on their back.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The toilets at the center were not functioning and overflowing when CCR tested. The contaminated water from the toilets was overflowing onto the floors. This was immediately corrected when children in care were sent home due to unsanitary conditions.
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
An operational employee responsible for children in care and counted in child/caregiver ratio failed to maintain supervision on multiple occasions. The employee went to the office to retrieve their computer, their phone, or to work. The employee also left the classroom unattended to answer the door.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff did not report concerns to CCR regarding prohibited punishment by a caregiver with children in care.
4 746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
During the inspection the playground gate was observed to be locked. The caregiver did not have the key on their persons while supervising children in care on the playground. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by placing the key to the gate by the exit door for caregivers to access while outside.
5 745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
CCR arrived at the facility. CCR rang the doorbell numerous times. CCR contacted operation staff by phone after no personnel answered the door. Operation staff still did not come to the door. Operation staff on the playground observed CCR waiting at the door and still did not answer. It was approximately 8-9 minutes before CCR was allowed access to the building. CCR was eventually allowed access inside the building by a parent, not personnel.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that numerous operational staff failed to report to CCR when they had concerns of minimum standard violations.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
It was determined throughout the course of the Investigation that a child in care was injured at the operation and cast was placed on the child's arm. The incident occurred on 10/28/2025. This incident was not reported to CCR by the operation.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that children in care were harshly treated by a caregiver when the caregiver yelled, shoved, lifted a child up by their shirt, picked children up by their arm off of the ground, and threw children in care on their cots when they wouldn't sleep.
3 746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Current activity plans were not posted in the classrooms.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
During the unannounced monitoring inspection, a 4 year old child in care was observed outside on the playground unsupervised. The 4 year old classroom had entered the building and the child in care was left alone outside for approximately one minute. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by guiding the child in care back inside the building into the classroom.
5 746.3703(b) - No Alcohol or Controlled Substances Consumed
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that an operational employee was under the influence of alcohol while present at the operation during operating hours and actively on the clock.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation a child in care was injured at the operation and subsequently sought medical treatment. The incident occurred on 7/10/2025. The incident was not reported to CCR until 7/15/2025 during an investigation inspection.
5 745.903(2) - Controlling Person - Submit Controlling Person Form to Licensing within two days after a person becomes a controlling person. See TAC 745.901
A governing body change was not updated as required. The new area director started on 10/1/24. The new area director was not listed as a controlling person during the inspection.
5 746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver slapped children's hands. A child in care was forcefully grabbed and forced to the ground. The caregiver also yelled at the children in care.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
A survey of children's immunization records were reviewed. 2 of the 4 immunization records were not current.
3 746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink
During the inspection a bathroom ulitized by children in care did not have soap and paper towels.
Yes
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Throughout the course of the HHS investigation, it was determined that an operational employee designated in charge violated numerous minimum standards and was not routinely present at the operation.
5 746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operational employees failed to report abuse neglect concerns to CPS when they became aware of the situation requiring them to report to the hotline.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Two infant files did no have updated infant feeding instructions.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that caregivers lacked good judgment when they were screaming at one another, using profanity, and threatening one another while children were in care. The director failed to address numerous health or safety concerns such as mold, mice, and mice droppings. The permit holder failed to utilize good judgment when interviewing an operational employee with the director present, breaching confidentiality.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
It was determined through the course of the investigation that caregivers have been witnessed yelling at children in care.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
During the inspection 10 children records were audited. 4 files did not have current immunization records. 1 file did not have health care information. 2 files did not have emergency care authorization. 1 file did not have a current vision/hearing screening for a child in care.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff that were left in charge lacked self-control when the staff yelled, threatened, and harassed other operational staff and parents on multiple occasions when children in care were present. The same operational employee used profanity around children in care while yelling at operational staff in front of children in care. The same operational employee also violated the operation's tobacco free policy and procedures by bringing a vape pen on the premises. Another operational staff lacked good judgment when the staff notified a parent in advance of a CPS case filed to give "fair-warning."
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During the unannounced walk-through inspection there were numerous hazards observed. The toilets utilized by children in care were dirty with either urine/fecal matter or both. There was what appeared to be possible mold underneath a refrigerator in a classroom. There were cleaning supplies accessible in a bathoom utilized by children in care. This was immediatly corrected during the isnpection by removing the cleaning supplies. There were mice droppings observed inside the operation.
4 746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that the handwashing sink was also utilized for sanitization and disinfecting toys. The handwashing sink was also utilized for washing bottles and sippy cups.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
An operational staff was observed yelling at numerous children in care on numerous occasions when the children wouldn't listen or behave.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Two employees were present and actively supervising children in care in a classroom without an eligible background check. This was immediately corrected during the inspection placing the operation back into compliance.
Yes
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The mulch was insufficient at the end of the slides on the outdoor playground.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
During the inspection 10 personnel files were audited. 3 files were missing date of hire. 6 files were missing high school diploma/GED. 3 files were missing affidavit of employment. 1 file was missing an acknowledgment signed for operational policies and procedures. 1 file was missing a photo identification/drivers license. 2 files were missing proof of orientation. 1 file was missing proof of background check. All files were missing the required annual trainings as they could not be located by the person in charge.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
During the unannounced monitoring inspection, a 4 year old child in care was observed outside on the playground unsupervised. The 4 year old classroom had entered the building and the child in care was left alone outside for approximately one minute. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by guiding the child in care back inside the building into the classroom.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
During the monitoring inspection on 8/25/22 it was determined that the operation's loose fill surfacing was insufficient. On 9/8/22, it was determined that the loose fill still had not been delivered by cooperate office.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Two infant files did no have updated infant feeding instructions.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
During the inspection 10 personnel files were audited. 3 files were missing date of hire. 6 files were missing high school diploma/GED. 3 files were missing affidavit of employment. 1 file was missing an acknowledgment signed for operational policies and procedures. 1 file was missing a photo identification/drivers license. 2 files were missing proof of orientation. 1 file was missing proof of background check. All files were missing the required annual trainings as they could not be located by the person in charge.
4 746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that the handwashing sink was also utilized for sanitization and disinfecting toys. The handwashing sink was also utilized for washing bottles and sippy cups.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Two employees were present and actively supervising children in care in a classroom without an eligible background check. This was immediately corrected during the inspection placing the operation back into compliance.
Yes
5 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that an operational employee grabbed and pulled children in care on more than one occasion.
5 746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver slapped children's hands. A child in care was forcefully grabbed and forced to the ground. The caregiver also yelled at the children in care.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
It was determined throughout the course of the Investigation that a child in care was injured at the operation and cast was placed on the child's arm. The incident occurred on 10/28/2025. This incident was not reported to CCR by the operation.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During the unannounced walk-through inspection there were numerous hazards observed. The toilets utilized by children in care were dirty with either urine/fecal matter or both. There was what appeared to be possible mold underneath a refrigerator in a classroom. There were cleaning supplies accessible in a bathoom utilized by children in care. This was immediatly corrected during the isnpection by removing the cleaning supplies. There were mice droppings observed inside the operation.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff did not report concerns to CCR regarding prohibited punishment by a caregiver with children in care.
5 746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
The infant caregiver was observed placing the infant on their stomach to sleep. This was immediately corrected during the inspection when CCR prompted the caregiver to place the infant on their back.
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
An operational employee responsible for children in care and counted in child/caregiver ratio failed to maintain supervision on multiple occasions. The employee went to the office to retrieve their computer, their phone, or to work. The employee also left the classroom unattended to answer the door.
5 745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
CCR arrived at the facility. CCR rang the doorbell numerous times. CCR contacted operation staff by phone after no personnel answered the door. Operation staff still did not come to the door. Operation staff on the playground observed CCR waiting at the door and still did not answer. It was approximately 8-9 minutes before CCR was allowed access to the building. CCR was eventually allowed access inside the building by a parent, not personnel.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver failed to utilize good judgment when she frequently cursed towards and in front of the children in care. The same caregiver also lacked self-control when becoming frustrated with the children in care.
4 746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
A Television in the 4 year old room was not mounted or anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the television was removed from the classroom.
Yes
3 746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Current activity plans were not posted in the classrooms.
5 746.3703(b) - No Alcohol or Controlled Substances Consumed
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that an operational employee was under the influence of alcohol while present at the operation during operating hours and actively on the clock.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
An operational staff was observed yelling at numerous children in care on numerous occasions when the children wouldn't listen or behave.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that children in care were harshly treated by a caregiver when the caregiver yelled, shoved, lifted a child up by their shirt, picked children up by their arm off of the ground, and threw children in care on their cots when they wouldn't sleep.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The mulch was insufficient at the end of the slides on the outdoor playground.
5 746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
It was determined through the course of the investigation that caregivers have been witnessed yelling at children in care.
4 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
During the inspection 10 children records were audited. 4 files did not have current immunization records. 1 file did not have health care information. 2 files did not have emergency care authorization. 1 file did not have a current vision/hearing screening for a child in care.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff that were left in charge lacked self-control when the staff yelled, threatened, and harassed other operational staff and parents on multiple occasions when children in care were present. The same operational employee used profanity around children in care while yelling at operational staff in front of children in care. The same operational employee also violated the operation's tobacco free policy and procedures by bringing a vape pen on the premises. Another operational staff lacked good judgment when the staff notified a parent in advance of a CPS case filed to give "fair-warning."
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation a child in care was injured at the operation and subsequently sought medical treatment. The incident occurred on 7/10/2025. The incident was not reported to CCR until 7/15/2025 during an investigation inspection.
5 745.903(2) - Controlling Person - Submit Controlling Person Form to Licensing within two days after a person becomes a controlling person. See TAC 745.901
A governing body change was not updated as required. The new area director started on 10/1/24. The new area director was not listed as a controlling person during the inspection.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Throughout the course of the HHS investigation, it was determined that an operational employee designated in charge violated numerous minimum standards and was not routinely present at the operation.
4 746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
During the inspection the playground gate was observed to be locked. The caregiver did not have the key on their persons while supervising children in care on the playground. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by placing the key to the gate by the exit door for caregivers to access while outside.
3 746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink
During the inspection a bathroom ulitized by children in care did not have soap and paper towels.
Yes
5 746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operational employees failed to report abuse neglect concerns to CPS when they became aware of the situation requiring them to report to the hotline.

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

Inspections (155)

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

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