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Kingdom Kids
Licensed child care center
6230 Dyer St
El Paso, TX 79904
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- Provider Category
- Childcare
- Location
- El Paso, TX
- Record Period
- 2022–2026
- Source Documents
- 26
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The Essentials
Summary
Across 25 licensing visits from January 2022 to August 2026, HHSC cited 42 deficiencies at Kingdom Kids; 42 have a recorded correction.
- Visits
- 25
- 2022–2026, inspections, investigations and assessments
- Deficiencies
- 42
- Standards cited by HHSC inspectors
- Corrected
- 42
- Of 42 deficiencies, with a recorded correction date
- Investigations
- 5
- Licensing investigations, whatever prompted them
Deficiencies by Year
- Deficiencies
- Of which, high risk
* Partial year, through October 31, 2026.
| Year | Visits | Deficiencies | Of which, high risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 11 | 4 |
| 2023 | 12 | 15 | 3 |
| 2024 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
| 2025 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
What the Record Shows
- 42 of 42 deficiencies have a recorded correction date.
- 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.
- 5 visits in this window included an investigation. HHSC publishes what an investigation cited, not what the report to it alleged.
- The latest inspection, August 31, 2026, recorded no deficiencies.
Report at a Glance
- Facility
- Kingdom Kids
- Address
- 6230 Dyer St, El Paso, TX 79904
- Operation Number
- TX-1692567
- License Type
- Licensed child care center
- Licensed Capacity
- 51 children
- Permit
- Full Permit
- Ages Served
- infants, toddlers, pre-kindergarten, school age
- Hours
- Mon–Fri, 5:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Record Window
- November 1, 2021 to October 31, 2026
Chronology
Inspection History
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.
- 2026
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126567
- 2026
Inspection
4 deficiencies
- 746.4503(b)Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameMedium riskCorrected Jan 6, 2026
- 746.4003(a)(7)First Aid Kit Incomplete - Thermometer, preferably non-glassMedium riskCorrected Jan 13, 2026
- 746.5205(4)Documentation of DrillsMedium riskCorrected Jan 6, 2026
- 746.203(2)Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of IssuanceMedium riskCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126566
- 2025
Inspection
2 deficiencies
- 746.801(18)Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product CertificationMedium riskCorrected Apr 24, 2025
- 746.5619Plan to Handle Transportation EmergenciesMedium-high riskCorrected May 9, 2025
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126565
- 2025
Assessment
1 deficiency
- 746.303(b)Report Number of EmployeesMedium-low riskCorrected Jan 21, 2025
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905253345
- 2024
Inspection
3 deficiencies
- 746.5101(b)Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire MarshalMedium-high riskCorrected Sep 26, 2024
- 746.5315Smoke-Detection System TestedMedium-high riskCorrected Sep 26, 2024
- 746.1309(e)Documented Annual Training- Required ContentMedium riskCorrected Oct 10, 2024
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126564
- 2024
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126563
- 2024
Investigation
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905229239
- 2024
Inspection
5 deficiencies
- 746.4135(b)Children's Products- Annual CertificationMedium riskCorrected Feb 19, 2024
- 746.4505Storage for Individual BelongingsMedium riskCorrected Jan 31, 2024
- 746.1301(a)(7)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation trainingMedium-high riskCorrected Feb 19, 2024
- 746.5617(a)(5)Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherHigh riskCorrected Feb 19, 2024
- 746.2409(a)(10)Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each InfantMedium riskCorrected Jan 31, 2024
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126562
- 2024
Assessment
1 deficiency
- 746.303(b)Report Number of EmployeesMedium-low riskCorrected Jan 20, 2024
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905253344
- 2023
Inspection
1 deficiency
- 746.2805(6)Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane LanguageHigh riskCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126561
- 2023
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126560
- 2023
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126559
- 2023
Investigation
1 deficiency
- 746.2805(6)Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane LanguageHigh riskCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905229238
- 2023
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126558
- 2023
Investigation
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905229237
- 2023
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126557
- 2023
Assessment
2 deficiencies
- 746.2207(c)(3)Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour DailyMedium riskCorrected Jul 21, 2023
- 746.3407Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 21, 2023
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905253343
- 2023
Inspection
11 deficiencies
- 746.603(a)Children's Records MaintainedMedium riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
- 746.1301(a)(5)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual trainingMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 22, 2024
- 746.5101(a)Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsHigh riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
- 746.4503(b)Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameMedium riskCorrected Jul 10, 2023
- 746.5205(1)Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
- 746.2419(6)Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/CupsMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
- 746.4751(c)Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or RepairedMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
- 746.2403(4)Infant Care Area - Crib PlacementMedium-high riskCorrected Jul 10, 2023
- 746.4003(a)First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitMedium riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
- 746.2421(a)Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalMedium riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
- 746.2505(4)(C)Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training CupsMedium riskCorrected Jul 24, 2023
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126556
- 2023
Investigation
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905229236
- 2023
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126555
- 2023
Investigation
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905229235
- 2022
Inspection
1 deficiency
- 746.1316(a)Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyMedium-high riskCorrected Nov 21, 2022
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126554
- 2022
Inspection
4 deficiencies
- 746.4601(8)No Asphalt or Concrete Under Climbing Equipment Unless Unitary Surfacing Covers Use ZoneHigh riskCorrected Oct 24, 2022
- 745.641AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationHigh riskCorrected Oct 10, 2022
- 746.1301(4)(A)Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPRMedium-high riskCorrected Nov 10, 2022
- 746.1316(a)Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyMedium-high riskCorrected Oct 31, 2022
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126553
- 2022
Inspection
No deficiencies
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126552
- 2022
Inspection
6 deficiencies
- 746.201(8)Liability Insurance MaintainedMedium riskCorrected Jan 14, 2022
- 746.5617(a)(2)Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical InformationHigh riskCorrected Jan 13, 2022
- 746.5307(b)Fire Extinguishers ServicedMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 28, 2022
- 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 Jan 14, 2022
- 746.5401Requirement of Gas Leak InspectionMedium-high riskCorrected Jan 28, 2022
- 745.509Licensed Operations Required FeesHigh riskCorrected Jan 13, 2022
Source: Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x), 905126551
Texas gives every licensing standard one of five risk levels, from low to high, by how likely a deficiency is to harm a child.
Context
Patterns Worth Examining
A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.
- 1
Citation 746.1316(a), Cited in Two Visits
HHSC inspectors cited 746.1316(a) in October 2022 and November 2022. The agency describes it this way: Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually. None rose above medium-high risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
22222222232323232323232323232323242424242425252626746.1316(a) across all 25 visits, oldest to newest - 2
Citation 746.2805(6), Cited in Two Visits
HHSC inspectors cited 746.2805(6) in September 2023 and November 2023. The agency describes it this way: Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language. 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.
22222222232323232323232323232323242424242425252626746.2805(6) across all 25 visits, oldest to newest - 3
Report Number of Employees, Cited in Two Visits
HHSC inspectors cited 746.303(b) in January 2024 and January 2025. The agency describes it this way: Report Number of Employees. None rose above medium-low risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
22222222232323232323232323232323242424242425252626746.303(b) across all 25 visits, oldest to newest - 4
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name, Cited in Two Visits
HHSC inspectors cited 746.4503(b) in July 2023 and January 2026. The agency describes it this way: Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name. None rose above medium risk. Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
22222222232323232323232323232323242424242425252626746.4503(b) across all 25 visits, oldest to newest
For Your Next Visit
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.
- 01
What changed after 746.1316(a) was cited, and how do you check it now?
Citation 746.1316(a): cited in two visits, most seriously at medium-high risk.
- 02
What changed after 746.2805(6) was cited, and how do you check it now?
Citation 746.2805(6): cited in two visits, including high-risk standards.
- 03
What changed after 746.303(b) was cited, and how do you check it now?
Report Number of Employees: cited in two visits, none above medium-low risk.
- 04
What changed after 746.4503(b) was cited, and how do you check it now?
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name: cited in two visits, most seriously at medium risk.
- 05
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.
- 06
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.
The Evidence
Sources and Coverage
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)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 1692567
Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126551
Visit Jan 12, 2022 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126552
Visit Jan 27, 2022 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126553
Visit Oct 10, 2022 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126554
Visit Nov 7, 2022 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905229235
Visit Jan 29, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126555
Visit Jan 31, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905229236
Visit Jun 16, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126556
Visit Jul 10, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905253343
Visit Jul 21, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126557
Visit Jul 25, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905229237
Visit Aug 15, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126558
Visit Aug 24, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905229238
Visit Sep 22, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126559
Visit Sep 29, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126560
Visit Oct 19, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126561
Visit Nov 17, 2023 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905253344
Visit Jan 18, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126562
Visit Jan 31, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905229239
Visit Jun 5, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126563
Visit Jun 11, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126564
Visit Sep 12, 2024 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905253345
Visit Jan 21, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126565
Visit Apr 24, 2025 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126566
Visit Jan 6, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Inspection, investigation or assessment, with the deficiencies cited (data.texas.gov: m5q4-3y3d and tqgd-mf4x)View Dataset ↗
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation · 905126567
Visit Aug 31, 2026 · Published Oct 31, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Coverage
Record windowNovember 1, 2021 – October 31, 2026
- This record is HHSC's list of operations as of October 2026, with the inspections, investigations and assessments in HHSC's files, which run from November 2021.
- Listed family homes (one caregiver with up to three unrelated children, listed with HHSC but not inspected on a schedule) are not in this record.
- HHSC's narrative for each deficiency is left out because it can name children, parents and staff; the rule cited, its risk level and the correction dates are kept.
What This Report Cannot Tell You
- Inspector narratives
- Published by HHSC but left out of this record because they can name people.
- Enforcement actions
- HHSC's files say whether an operation is under corrective or adverse action, not what the action was.
- Complaints not investigated
- Reports HHSC screened out without an investigation are not published.
- Staff qualifications and turnover
- Not part of the published licensing record.
Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.
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