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Texas HHSC records list 18 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated October 1, 2026.
The same records list 10 cited deficiencies dated May 31, 2024 to October 15, 2025 (HHSC risk levels: 6 High, 4 Medium High).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 2 corrected at inspection, 8 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 8 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 10 cited deficiencies for Acushnet KinderCare in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (6 High, 4 Medium High).
Records list 18 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-10-01.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 6 |
| Medium High | 4 |
| Medium | 0 |
| Medium Low | 0 |
| Low | 0 |
| Unknown | 0 |
HHSC assigns each standard a risk weight from Low to High. A deficiency is a finding that a minimum standard was not met.
2025-10-15 · 746.3417(1) · Medium High
Children Handwashing Before Eating
A child was observed not washing hands after toileting. The children in the room were observed not washing hands before eating a meal. The caregiver was observed not washing hands after removing gloves. This was corrected when the caregiver had the child and caregivers washed…
Corrected at inspection
2025-10-15 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
The carpet and walls in of the classroom was stained. Another room, the sink was clogged, the wall was stained and the ceiling had AC dust on the walls.
Correction date recorded: 2025-10-31
2025-09-24 · 746.2805(5) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
A caregiver humiliated a child by getting down on the child's level and growling, and yelling at the child like a dog.
Correction date recorded: 2025-10-23
2025-10-15 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-31. Correction verified: 2025-11-25.
The carpet and walls in of the classroom was stained. Another room, the sink was clogged, the wall was stained and the ceiling had AC dust on the walls.
2025-10-15 · 746.3417(1) · Medium High
Children Handwashing Before Eating
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-10-15. Correction verified: Not recorded.
A child was observed not washing hands after toileting. The children in the room were observed not washing hands before eating a meal. The caregiver was observed not washing hands after removing gloves. This was corrected when the caregiver had the child and caregivers washed hands.
2025-09-24 · 746.2805(5) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-23. Correction verified: 2025-11-07.
A caregiver humiliated a child by getting down on the child's level and growling, and yelling at the child like a dog.
2025-08-26 · 746.3703(d) · High
No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-11-25. Correction verified: 2025-11-25.
A staff member brought a vape pen inside the daycare classroom.
2025-08-26 · 746.1201(5) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-11-25. Correction verified: 2025-11-25.
The operation did not report allegations of suspected abuse of a child when the information was brought to their attention.
2025-02-14 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-03-04. Correction verified: 2025-03-19.
Supervision was not ensured due to a child being outside unattended for a few minutes.
2025-02-14 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-03-04. Correction verified: 2025-03-04.
The caregiver did not make good judgement when she failed to realize a child was outside unsupervised.
2024-10-31 · 746.605(15) · Medium High
Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-10-31. Correction verified: Not recorded.
Of the eight children s files reviewed, one did not have the Allergy section of the Enrollment Form completed. This was corrected during the inspection.
2024-08-13 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-13. Correction verified: 2024-10-03.
Adequate supervision was not maintained in the Toddler classroom where the incident occurred.
2024-05-31 · 746.2803(4) · Medium High
Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-06-03. Correction verified: 2024-06-03.
The caregiver "tapped" a child's hand as a method of discipline.
2023-08-14 · 746.1507(1) · Medium
Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-16. Correction verified: 2023-09-18.
Based on the investigation, it was determined the operation was not in-compliance.
2023-08-14 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-16. Correction verified: 2023-09-18.
Based on the investigation, it was determined the operation was not in-compliance.
2023-08-14 · 746.1205(a)(2) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-16. Correction verified: 2023-09-18.
Based on the investigation, it was determined the operation was not in-compliance.
2023-07-10 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-13. Correction verified: 2023-08-15.
Based on the investigation, it was determined the operation was not in-compliance.
2023-07-10 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-13. Correction verified: 2023-08-15.
Based on the investigation, it was determined the operation was not in-compliance.
2022-12-08 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-09. Correction verified: 2022-12-30.
In several classes the napping cots were labeled with numbers but there was not a map to refer too.
2022-12-08 · 746.1203(6) · Medium High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-09. Correction verified: 2022-12-30.
When oserving the outdoor play for one of the classes a caregiver was seen on and Electronic device.
2022-12-08 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-15. Correction verified: 2022-12-30.
Of the ten childrens files reviewed, one did not have a current immunization record.
2022-12-08 · 746.603(a)(3) · Medium
Children's Records - Health Statement
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-15. Correction verified: 2022-12-30.
Of the ten files reviewed, one did not have the Health Care Provider Statement.
2022-12-08 · 746.605(12) · High
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-15. Correction verified: 2022-12-30.
Of the ten files reviewed, one was missing the Emergency Care information.
2021-10-06 · 746.1203(4) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-10-19. Correction verified: 2021-10-22.
A child was left unsupervised on the playground after outdoor play.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=100372
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.