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Little Tyke - Smithfield RD

Child care center · 6700 SMITHFIELD RD, North Richland Hills, TX 76182-3936 · License 167865- 1346

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 120. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (192)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Based on information obtained through DFPS investigation it was found that children were not being changed frequently enough that skin irritation or diaper rash was caused.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
1 of the 10 children's files reviewed did not have an immunization record for the child on file.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver showed poor judgement when sharing information of an incident occurring at the center with someone outside the center, instead of with the director. This type of action prevents necessary intervention when incidents occur in the center.
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
At the time of my visit the child safety alarm on one of the operation vans was not working properly. The alarm did not sound when the van was turned off. A work order was put in during the inspection.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
At the time of the visit the children's records were not maintained with updated information for all children reviewed.
3 746.1401(g) - Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties
The substitute caregiver did not have orientation to the center prior to being placed in charge of a class room. The director had the substitute complete the center's orientation to correct the deficiency.
Yes
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in the previous 12 months of operation.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current health inspection.
5 746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
A caregiver used corporal punishment on one child by striking the child on their bottom in an effort to correct a behavior. The same caregiver used a threat of corporal punishment with an object to scare a second child into behaving correctly in the classroom.
4 746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
At the time of the visit 1 child's file indicated a food allergy but there was no food allergy plan on file.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the follow up a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
4 746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current gas inspection.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
One bus driver did not have verification of current first aid training.
4 746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained the operation had requested repairs for areas of the building in playground more than 6 months ago and the repairs have not been made timely.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
At the time of inspection a caregiver was heard telling children that since no one took a nap they would not be getting chocolate. The caregiver was spoken to regarding the comment.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Based on information obtained it was found that the building at the operation has not been maintained to be free from hazards. On the playground an area of the surfacing has been ripped open, with parts of the surfacing being raised and creating a tripping hazard. In the same area where the surfacing is ripped, there is a large dip in the ground that is hard to see unless you are on it. This creates a tripping hazard for the children. An area in the infant classroom has laminate tile that has raised and broken edges.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was found that a caregiver used their personal device during the nap period to send messages to persons outside the center while counted in ratio as the caregiver, which reduces the caregivers ability to supervise adequately.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
At the time of the visit 2 of the 10 children's files reviewed had listed food allergies with no doctor's note indicating the treatment for the allergy.
1 746.1329(c)(1)(A) - Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
One bus driver did not have verification of current CPR training.
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
At the time of the visit 5 of the 6 children's cubbies in the infant classroom had used sippy cups or bottles with no label of the child's name they belonged to. This was corrected when the infant caregivers applied labels to each child's cup during the inspection.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have up to date immunization records on file.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Based on information obtained during an investigation it was found that a child in care had been injured in July of 2022 and required medical treatment from a professional that the operation did not report to Childcare Regulation.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This rule was evaluated with regard to an investigation and has been found to be in violation. The caregiver did not demontrate competency or self control when she grabbed a two year old child by the wrist to place her in time out.The caregiver pulled hard enough to injure the child's elbow.
4 746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Based on information obtained through DFPS investigation it was found that children were not being changed frequently enough that skin irritation or diaper rash was caused.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
At the time of the visit the children's records were not maintained with updated information for all children reviewed.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have up to date immunization records on file.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
At the time of inspection a caregiver was heard telling children that since no one took a nap they would not be getting chocolate. The caregiver was spoken to regarding the comment.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Based on information obtained during an investigation it was found that a child in care had been injured in July of 2022 and required medical treatment from a professional that the operation did not report to Childcare Regulation.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Based on information obtained it was found that the building at the operation has not been maintained to be free from hazards. On the playground an area of the surfacing has been ripped open, with parts of the surfacing being raised and creating a tripping hazard. In the same area where the surfacing is ripped, there is a large dip in the ground that is hard to see unless you are on it. This creates a tripping hazard for the children. An area in the infant classroom has laminate tile that has raised and broken edges.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the follow up a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
4 746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained the operation had requested repairs for areas of the building in playground more than 6 months ago and the repairs have not been made timely.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in the previous 12 months of operation.
4 746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current gas inspection.
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
At the time of my visit the child safety alarm on one of the operation vans was not working properly. The alarm did not sound when the van was turned off. A work order was put in during the inspection.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
At the time of the visit 2 of the 10 children's files reviewed had listed food allergies with no doctor's note indicating the treatment for the allergy.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
One bus driver did not have verification of current first aid training.
3 746.1401(g) - Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties
The substitute caregiver did not have orientation to the center prior to being placed in charge of a class room. The director had the substitute complete the center's orientation to correct the deficiency.
Yes
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This rule was evaluated with regard to an investigation and has been found to be in violation. The caregiver did not demontrate competency or self control when she grabbed a two year old child by the wrist to place her in time out.The caregiver pulled hard enough to injure the child's elbow.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver showed poor judgement when sharing information of an incident occurring at the center with someone outside the center, instead of with the director. This type of action prevents necessary intervention when incidents occur in the center.
4 746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
At the time of the visit 1 child's file indicated a food allergy but there was no food allergy plan on file.
5 746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
A caregiver used corporal punishment on one child by striking the child on their bottom in an effort to correct a behavior. The same caregiver used a threat of corporal punishment with an object to scare a second child into behaving correctly in the classroom.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current health inspection.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was found that a caregiver used their personal device during the nap period to send messages to persons outside the center while counted in ratio as the caregiver, which reduces the caregivers ability to supervise adequately.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
1 of the 10 children's files reviewed did not have an immunization record for the child on file.
1 746.1329(c)(1)(A) - Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
One bus driver did not have verification of current CPR training.
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
At the time of the visit 5 of the 6 children's cubbies in the infant classroom had used sippy cups or bottles with no label of the child's name they belonged to. This was corrected when the infant caregivers applied labels to each child's cup during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
At the time of inspection a caregiver was heard telling children that since no one took a nap they would not be getting chocolate. The caregiver was spoken to regarding the comment.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was found that a caregiver used their personal device during the nap period to send messages to persons outside the center while counted in ratio as the caregiver, which reduces the caregivers ability to supervise adequately.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have up to date immunization records on file.
4 746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
At the time of the visit 1 child's file indicated a food allergy but there was no food allergy plan on file.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in the previous 12 months of operation.
1 746.1329(c)(1)(A) - Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
One bus driver did not have verification of current CPR training.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
At the time of the visit the children's records were not maintained with updated information for all children reviewed.
3 746.1401(g) - Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties
The substitute caregiver did not have orientation to the center prior to being placed in charge of a class room. The director had the substitute complete the center's orientation to correct the deficiency.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Based on information obtained it was found that the building at the operation has not been maintained to be free from hazards. On the playground an area of the surfacing has been ripped open, with parts of the surfacing being raised and creating a tripping hazard. In the same area where the surfacing is ripped, there is a large dip in the ground that is hard to see unless you are on it. This creates a tripping hazard for the children. An area in the infant classroom has laminate tile that has raised and broken edges.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Based on information obtained during an investigation it was found that a child in care had been injured in July of 2022 and required medical treatment from a professional that the operation did not report to Childcare Regulation.
4 746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Based on information obtained through DFPS investigation it was found that children were not being changed frequently enough that skin irritation or diaper rash was caused.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
1 of the 10 children's files reviewed did not have an immunization record for the child on file.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver showed poor judgement when sharing information of an incident occurring at the center with someone outside the center, instead of with the director. This type of action prevents necessary intervention when incidents occur in the center.
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
At the time of my visit the child safety alarm on one of the operation vans was not working properly. The alarm did not sound when the van was turned off. A work order was put in during the inspection.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
At the time of the visit 2 of the 10 children's files reviewed had listed food allergies with no doctor's note indicating the treatment for the allergy.
4 746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained the operation had requested repairs for areas of the building in playground more than 6 months ago and the repairs have not been made timely.
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
At the time of the visit 5 of the 6 children's cubbies in the infant classroom had used sippy cups or bottles with no label of the child's name they belonged to. This was corrected when the infant caregivers applied labels to each child's cup during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the follow up a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current health inspection.
4 746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current gas inspection.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
One bus driver did not have verification of current first aid training.
5 746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
A caregiver used corporal punishment on one child by striking the child on their bottom in an effort to correct a behavior. The same caregiver used a threat of corporal punishment with an object to scare a second child into behaving correctly in the classroom.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This rule was evaluated with regard to an investigation and has been found to be in violation. The caregiver did not demontrate competency or self control when she grabbed a two year old child by the wrist to place her in time out.The caregiver pulled hard enough to injure the child's elbow.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current health inspection.
4 746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
The center did not have verification of a current gas inspection.
5 746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
A caregiver used corporal punishment on one child by striking the child on their bottom in an effort to correct a behavior. The same caregiver used a threat of corporal punishment with an object to scare a second child into behaving correctly in the classroom.
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
At the time of the visit 5 of the 6 children's cubbies in the infant classroom had used sippy cups or bottles with no label of the child's name they belonged to. This was corrected when the infant caregivers applied labels to each child's cup during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This rule was evaluated with regard to an investigation and has been found to be in violation. The caregiver did not demontrate competency or self control when she grabbed a two year old child by the wrist to place her in time out.The caregiver pulled hard enough to injure the child's elbow.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver showed poor judgement when sharing information of an incident occurring at the center with someone outside the center, instead of with the director. This type of action prevents necessary intervention when incidents occur in the center.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
At the time of the visit the children's records were not maintained with updated information for all children reviewed.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have up to date immunization records on file.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
1 of the 10 children's files reviewed did not have an immunization record for the child on file.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
It was found that a caregiver used their personal device during the nap period to send messages to persons outside the center while counted in ratio as the caregiver, which reduces the caregivers ability to supervise adequately.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Based on information obtained during an investigation it was found that a child in care had been injured in July of 2022 and required medical treatment from a professional that the operation did not report to Childcare Regulation.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
At the time of the visit 2 of the 10 children's files reviewed had listed food allergies with no doctor's note indicating the treatment for the allergy.
4 746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained the operation had requested repairs for areas of the building in playground more than 6 months ago and the repairs have not been made timely.
3 746.1401(g) - Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties
The substitute caregiver did not have orientation to the center prior to being placed in charge of a class room. The director had the substitute complete the center's orientation to correct the deficiency.
Yes
5 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
At the time of my visit the child safety alarm on one of the operation vans was not working properly. The alarm did not sound when the van was turned off. A work order was put in during the inspection.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the follow up a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
1 746.1329(c)(1)(A) - Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
One bus driver did not have verification of current CPR training.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
One bus driver did not have verification of current first aid training.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
4 746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Based on information obtained through DFPS investigation it was found that children were not being changed frequently enough that skin irritation or diaper rash was caused.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Based on information obtained it was found that the building at the operation has not been maintained to be free from hazards. On the playground an area of the surfacing has been ripped open, with parts of the surfacing being raised and creating a tripping hazard. In the same area where the surfacing is ripped, there is a large dip in the ground that is hard to see unless you are on it. This creates a tripping hazard for the children. An area in the infant classroom has laminate tile that has raised and broken edges.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
At the time of inspection a caregiver was heard telling children that since no one took a nap they would not be getting chocolate. The caregiver was spoken to regarding the comment.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in the previous 12 months of operation.
4 746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
At the time of the visit 1 child's file indicated a food allergy but there was no food allergy plan on file.
4 746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained the operation had requested repairs for areas of the building in playground more than 6 months ago and the repairs have not been made timely.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
One bus driver did not have verification of current first aid training.
3 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have up to date immunization records on file.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver showed poor judgement when sharing information of an incident occurring at the center with someone outside the center, instead of with the director. This type of action prevents necessary intervention when incidents occur in the center.

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

Inspections (112)

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

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