The Vardell Report.Bright Start Learning Academy

Across 35 licensing visits from June 2023 to April 2026, HHSC cited 104 deficiencies at Bright Start Learning Academy; 104 have a recorded correction.

Visits

35

2023–2026, inspections, investigations and assessments

Deficiencies

104

Standards cited by HHSC inspectors

Corrected

104

Of 104 deficiencies, with a recorded correction date

Investigations

2

Licensing investigations, whatever prompted them

Every visit in the record window, newest first. A deficiency is a licensing standard Texas inspectors found was not met. HHSC publishes what an investigation cited, not what the report to it alleged.

1. Apr 132026

   Inspection

   No deficiencies

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163091

2. Apr 82026

   Inspection

   3 deficiencies

   • 746.3819Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalMedium-high riskCorrected Apr 13, 2026
   • 746.1605(1)Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeMedium-high riskCorrected Apr 8, 2026
   • 746.501(a)(20)Written Operational Policies - Parent RightsMedium riskCorrected Apr 13, 2026

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163090

3. Apr 22026

   Inspection

   No deficiencies

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163089

4. Mar 312026

   Inspection

   2 deficiencies

   • 746.2805(10)Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceHigh riskCorrected Mar 31, 2026
   • 746.5625(c)Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in careHigh riskCorrected Apr 9, 2026

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163088

5. Feb 242026

   Inspection

   No deficiencies

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163087

6. Jan 292026

   Inspection

   No deficiencies

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163086

7. Dec 92025

   Inspection

   No deficiencies

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163085

8. Dec 52025

   Inspection

   No deficiencies

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163084

9. Dec 52025

   Investigation

   No deficiencies

   Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905242626

10. Nov 212025

    Inspection

    2 deficiencies

    • 746.3417(1)Children Handwashing Before EatingMedium-high riskCorrected Nov 21, 2025
    • 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 activityHigh riskCorrected Nov 21, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163083

11. Oct 282025

    Inspection

    2 deficiencies

    • 746.3701(1)Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredMedium-high riskCorrected Oct 28, 2025
    • 746.3407Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentMedium-high riskCorrected Nov 7, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163082

12. Sep 302025

    Inspection

    No deficiencies

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163081

13. Aug 252025

    Inspection

    1 deficiency

    • 745.641AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationHigh riskCorrected Aug 25, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163080

14. Jul 22025

    Inspection

    No deficiencies

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163079

15. Apr 152025

    Inspection

    No deficiencies

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163078

16. Apr 42025

    Inspection

    2 deficiencies

    • 746.3701Safety - Areas Free From HazardsMedium-high riskCorrected Apr 11, 2025
    • 746.4503(a)Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of AgeMedium riskCorrected Apr 4, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163076

17. Apr 42025

    Inspection

    No deficiencies

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163077

18. Mar 212025

    Inspection

    7 deficiencies

    • 746.901(4)Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)Medium-low riskCorrected Mar 28, 2025
    • 746.1205(a)(3)Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and agesMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 28, 2025
    • 746.4503(a)Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of AgeMedium riskCorrected Mar 28, 2025
    • 746.605(6)Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 28, 2025
    • 746.1003(1)Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceHigh riskCorrected Mar 21, 2025
    • 746.1601Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 21, 2025
    • 746.605(10)Required Admission Information - Physician InformationMedium riskCorrected Mar 28, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163075

19. Mar 42025

    Inspection

    4 deficiencies

    • 745.651(2)(A)Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current listMedium riskCorrected Mar 7, 2025
    • 746.1003(1)Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceHigh riskCorrected Mar 4, 2025
    • 746.2911Adequate Lighting During NaptimeMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 5, 2025
    • 746.2909(3)Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work SpaceMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 5, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163074

20. Feb 242025

    Inspection

    11 deficiencies

    • 746.3407(9)Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025
    • 746.1203(3)(D)Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video gamesMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025
    • 746.1601Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025
    • 746.2419(6)Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/CupsMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 4, 2025
    • 746.4751(c)Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or RepairedMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 7, 2025
    • 746.3701Safety - Areas Free From HazardsMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 4, 2025
    • 746.1003(1)Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceHigh riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025
    • 746.4305Fenced Outdoor Activity SpaceMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 7, 2025
    • 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 activityHigh riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025
    • 746.3407(5)Sanitize Potty-ChairsMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025
    • 746.3407Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 7, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163073

21. Feb 212025

    Assessment

    1 deficiency

    • 746.5103Documentation of Fire InspectionMedium-high riskCorrected Mar 7, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905254572

22. Feb 132025

    Inspection

    7 deficiencies

    • 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 activityHigh riskCorrected Feb 13, 2025
    • 746.2411(2)(B)Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting SheetsMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 21, 2025
    • 746.3701Safety - Areas Free From HazardsMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 21, 2025
    • 746.1003(1)Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceHigh riskCorrected Feb 13, 2025
    • 746.2415(b)AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeHigh riskCorrected Feb 13, 2025
    • 746.3701(1)Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 13, 2025
    • 746.3407Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163072

23. Jan 312025

    Inspection

    14 deficiencies

    • 746.3415(2)Employee Handwashing Before Feeding a ChildMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 31, 2025
    • 746.3407(8)Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary MannerMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 17, 2025
    • 746.3301(d)Nutrition and Food Service - Child must not go more than 3 hoursMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 31, 2025
    • 746.2405(5)Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Sufficient Number of ToysMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 14, 2025
    • 746.1601Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 31, 2025
    • 746.2431(2)Infant Daily Report - Times and Amount of FoodMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 31, 2025
    • 746.1205(a)(3)Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and agesMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 31, 2025
    • 746.2206(1)Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play OpportunitiesMedium riskCorrected May 31, 2025
    • 746.5103Documentation of Fire InspectionMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 14, 2025
    • 746.1003(1)Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceHigh riskCorrected Jan 31, 2025
    • 746.3407(9)Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 24, 2025
    • 746.2605(1)(A)Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age Interest Centers Clearly DefinedMedium riskCorrected Feb 14, 2025
    • 746.2401(3)Basic Requirements for Infants - Holding and ComfortingMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 31, 2025
    • 746.4305Fenced Outdoor Activity SpaceMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 14, 2025

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163071

24. Aug 222024

    Inspection

    1 deficiency

    • 746.3407(9)Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanMedium-high riskCorrected Sep 26, 2024

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163070

25. Jul 292024

    Inspection

    13 deficiencies

    • 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 activityHigh riskCorrected Jul 29, 2024
    • 746.3701(10)Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip OverMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 29, 2024
    • 746.3701Safety - Areas Free From HazardsMedium-high riskCorrected Aug 5, 2024
    • 746.2207(a)Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoMedium riskCorrected Jul 29, 2024
    • 746.3407(9)Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanMedium-high riskCorrected Sep 6, 2024
    • 746.2207(c)(1)Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned ActivitiesMedium riskCorrected Jul 29, 2024
    • 746.5207(a)(4)Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location InsideMedium-high riskCorrected Aug 5, 2024
    • 746.1301(a)(5)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual trainingMedium-high riskCorrected Aug 12, 2024
    • 746.1605(1)Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 29, 2024
    • 746.1315(a)Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Medium-high riskCorrected Aug 12, 2024
    • 746.2415(a)(1)Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby WalkersMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 29, 2024
    • 746.501(a)(9)Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and YoungerHigh riskCorrected Aug 5, 2024
    • 746.1205(a)(2)Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forHigh riskCorrected Jul 29, 2024

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163069

26. Feb 152024

    Inspection

    1 deficiency

    • 746.5625(a)Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicleHigh riskCorrected Feb 23, 2024

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163068

27. Feb 122024

    Inspection

    2 deficiencies

    • 746.2505(4)(A)Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each ToddlerMedium riskCorrected Feb 12, 2024
    • 746.1605(1)Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 12, 2024

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163067

28. Jan 252024

    Inspection

    6 deficiencies

    • 746.2407Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety StrapsMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 25, 2024
    • 746.5625(a)Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicleHigh riskCorrected Feb 8, 2024
    • 746.2409(a)(10)Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each InfantMedium riskCorrected Jan 25, 2024
    • 746.2426(a)(1)Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceHigh riskCorrected Jan 25, 2024
    • 745.641AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationHigh riskCorrected Jan 25, 2024
    • 746.2415(b)AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeHigh riskCorrected Jan 25, 2024

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163066

29. Jan 182024

    Inspection

    8 deficiencies

    • 746.2407Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety StrapsMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024
    • 746.2429Covering Infant's Head or CribHigh riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024
    • 746.2426(a)(1)Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceHigh riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024
    • 746.2401(7)Basic Requirements for Infants - Never UnsupervisedHigh riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024
    • 745.641AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationHigh riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024
    • 746.2207(a)Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoMedium riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024
    • 746.301(7)Notification of Additional Services OfferedHigh riskCorrected Jan 22, 2024
    • 746.2911Adequate Lighting During NaptimeMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163065

30. Jan 122024

    Investigation

    1 deficiency

    • 746.1609Maximum Group Size 13 or More ChildrenMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 18, 2024

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905242625

31. Nov 302023

    Inspection

    8 deficiencies

    • 746.901(4)Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitMedium-low riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023
    • 746.901(10)Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect trainingMedium riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023
    • HRC 42.0563 - Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minorHRC 42.0563 - Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minorHigh riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023
    • 746.901Required Personnel RecordsMedium riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023
    • 746.611(b)Health Statement on File within 1 Week of AdmissionMedium riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023
    • 746.605(12)Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationHigh riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023
    • 746.1301(a)(4)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRMedium-high riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023
    • 746.1301(a)(3)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue BreathingMedium-high riskCorrected Dec 7, 2023

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163064

32. Oct 312023

    Inspection

    1 deficiency

    • 746.3407Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentMedium-high riskCorrected Nov 14, 2023

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163063

33. Sep 222023

    Inspection

    5 deficiencies

    • 746.5319Smoke Detectors TestingHigh riskCorrected Sep 22, 2023
    • 746.5537(a)(2)Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors MonthlyMedium-high riskCorrected Sep 22, 2023
    • 746.3407Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentMedium-high riskCorrected Oct 6, 2023
    • 746.1301(a)(3)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue BreathingMedium-high riskCorrected Oct 6, 2023
    • 746.5307(a)Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyMedium-high riskCorrected Sep 22, 2023

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163062

34. Jul 72023

    Inspection

    No deficiencies

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163061

35. Jun 22023

    Inspection

    2 deficiencies

    • 746.1315(b)Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRMedium-high riskCorrected Jun 9, 2023
    • 746.1301(a)(1)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - OrientationMedium-high riskCorrected Jun 9, 2023

    Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905163060

Texas gives every licensing standard one of five risk levels, from low to high, by how likely a deficiency is to harm a child.

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1. 1

   Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance, Cited in Five Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.1003(1) in January 2025, February 2025, February 2025, March 2025 and March 2025. The agency describes it this way: Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance. The most serious of these was recorded at high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.1003(1) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment, Cited in Five Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.3407 in September 2023, October 2023, February 2025, February 2025 and October 2025. The agency describes it this way: Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.3407 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Citation 746.1205(a)(4), Cited in Four Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.1205(a)(4) in July 2024, February 2025, February 2025 and November 2025. The agency describes it this way: Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity. The most serious of these was recorded at high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.1205(a)(4) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean, Cited in Four Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.3407(9) in July 2024, August 2024, January 2025 and February 2025. The agency describes it this way: Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.3407(9) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
5. 5

   Safety - Areas Free From Hazards, Cited in Four Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.3701 in July 2024, February 2025, February 2025 and April 2025. The agency describes it this way: Safety - Areas Free From Hazards. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.3701 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
6. 6

   Citation 745.641, Cited in Three Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 745.641 in January 2024, January 2024 and August 2025. The agency describes it this way: AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation. The most serious of these was recorded at high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626745.641 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
7. 7

   Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children, Cited in Three Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.1601 in January 2025, February 2025 and March 2025. The agency describes it this way: Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.1601 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
8. 8

   Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age, Cited in Three Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.1605(1) in February 2024, July 2024 and April 2026. The agency describes it this way: Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.1605(1) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
9. 9

   Citation 746.1205(a)(3), Cited in Two Visits

   HHSC inspectors cited 746.1205(a)(3) in January 2025 and March 2025. The agency describes it this way: Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.1205(a)(3) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
10. 10

    Citation 746.1301(a)(3)(A), Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.1301(a)(3)(A) in September 2023 and November 2023. The agency describes it this way: Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.1301(a)(3)(A) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
11. 11

    Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.2207(a) in January 2024 and July 2024. The agency describes it this way: Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two. None rose above medium risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.2207(a) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
12. 12

    Citation 746.2407, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.2407 in January 2024 and January 2024. The agency describes it this way: Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.2407 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
13. 13

    Citation 746.2415(b), Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.2415(b) in January 2024 and February 2025. The agency describes it this way: AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age. The most serious of these was recorded at high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.2415(b) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
14. 14

    Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.2426(a)(1) in January 2024 and January 2024. The agency describes it this way: Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device. The most serious of these was recorded at high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.2426(a)(1) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
15. 15

    Adequate Lighting During Naptime, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.2911 in January 2024 and March 2025. The agency describes it this way: Adequate Lighting During Naptime. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.2911 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
16. 16

    Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.3701(1) in February 2025 and October 2025. The agency describes it this way: Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.3701(1) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
17. 17

    Fenced Outdoor Activity Space, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.4305 in January 2025 and February 2025. The agency describes it this way: Fenced Outdoor Activity Space. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.4305 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
18. 18

    Citation 746.4503(a), Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.4503(a) in March 2025 and April 2025. The agency describes it this way: Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age. None rose above medium risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.4503(a) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
19. 19

    Documentation of Fire Inspection, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.5103 in January 2025 and February 2025. The agency describes it this way: Documentation of Fire Inspection. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.5103 across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
20. 20

    Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle, Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.5625(a) in January 2024 and February 2024. The agency describes it this way: Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle. The most serious of these was recorded at high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.5625(a) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest
21. 21

    Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985), Cited in Two Visits

    HHSC inspectors cited 746.901(4) in November 2023 and March 2025. The agency describes it this way: Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985). None rose above medium-low risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2323232323242424242424242525252525252525252525252525252525262626262626746.901(4) across all 35 visits, oldest to newest

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

1. 01

   What changed after 746.1003(1) was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance: cited in five visits, including high-risk standards.

2. 02

   What changed after 746.3407 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment: cited in five visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

3. 03

   What changed after 746.1205(a)(4) was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation 746.1205(a)(4): cited in four visits, including high-risk standards.

4. 04

   What changed after 746.3407(9) was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean: cited in four visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

5. 05

   What changed after 746.3701 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Safety - Areas Free From Hazards: cited in four visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

6. 06

   What changed after 745.641 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation 745.641: cited in three visits, including high-risk standards.

7. 07

   What changed after 746.1601 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children: cited in three visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

8. 08

   What changed after 746.1605(1) was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age: cited in three visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

9. 09

   What changed after 746.1205(a)(3) was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation 746.1205(a)(3): cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

10. 10

    What changed after 746.1301(a)(3)(A) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 746.1301(a)(3)(A): cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

11. 11

    What changed after 746.2207(a) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two: cited in two visits, most seriously at medium risk.

12. 12

    What changed after 746.2407 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 746.2407: cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

13. 13

    What changed after 746.2415(b) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 746.2415(b): cited in two visits, including high-risk standards.

14. 14

    What changed after 746.2426(a)(1) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device: cited in two visits, including high-risk standards.

15. 15

    What changed after 746.2911 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Adequate Lighting During Naptime: cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

16. 16

    What changed after 746.3701(1) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered: cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

17. 17

    What changed after 746.4305 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Fenced Outdoor Activity Space: cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

18. 18

    What changed after 746.4503(a) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 746.4503(a): cited in two visits, most seriously at medium risk.

19. 19

    What changed after 746.5103 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Documentation of Fire Inspection: cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.

20. 20

    What changed after 746.5625(a) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle: cited in two visits, including high-risk standards.

21. 21

    What changed after 746.901(4) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985): cited in two visits, none above medium-low risk.

22. 22

    What is the ratio in the room my child would join, and how is every child accounted for at nap time, pickup and on the playground?

    Ratios change through the day, so they are worth counting yourself on a visit.

23. 23

    Has the center ever been under corrective or adverse action, and what changed afterward?

    HHSC’s files name no enforcement action in this window. They say whether a program is under corrective or adverse action, not what the action was.

Program details, licensing visits and the deficiencies cited at each are published by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission's Child Care Regulation in its daily files on data.texas.gov.

• Child Care Licensing operations (data.texas.gov)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 1774400

  Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163060

  Visit Jun 2, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163061

  Visit Jul 7, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163062

  Visit Sep 22, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163063

  Visit Oct 31, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163064

  Visit Nov 30, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905242625

  Visit Jan 12, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163065

  Visit Jan 18, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163066

  Visit Jan 25, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163067

  Visit Feb 12, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163068

  Visit Feb 15, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163069

  Visit Jul 29, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163070

  Visit Aug 22, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163071

  Visit Jan 31, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163072

  Visit Feb 13, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905254572

  Visit Feb 21, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163073

  Visit Feb 24, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163074

  Visit Mar 4, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163075

  Visit Mar 21, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163076

  Visit Apr 4, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163077

  Visit Apr 4, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163078

  Visit Apr 15, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163079

  Visit Jul 2, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163080

  Visit Aug 25, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163081

  Visit Sep 30, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163082

  Visit Oct 28, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163083

  Visit Nov 21, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163084

  Visit Dec 5, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905242626

  Visit Dec 5, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163085

  Visit Dec 9, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163086

  Visit Jan 29, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163087

  Visit Feb 24, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163088

  Visit Mar 31, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163089

  Visit Apr 2, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163090

  Visit Apr 8, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  View Dataset ↗
• Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)

  Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905163091

  Visit Apr 13, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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