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Texas HHSC records list 6 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated March 19, 2026.
The same records list 8 cited deficiencies dated June 27, 2024 to March 3, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 3 Medium High, 5 Medium).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 1 corrected at inspection, 7 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 7 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 8 cited deficiencies for Marlin Headstart Center EOAC in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (3 Medium High, 5 Medium).
Records list 6 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-03-19.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 0 |
| Medium High | 3 |
| Medium | 5 |
| 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.
2026-03-03 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Two classes were combined outside with the youngest child being 15 months old and the oldest child being 36 months old. This was corrected during the inspection when one of the classes went inside.
Correction date recorded: 2026-03-03
2026-02-25 · 746.4907(d) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
The loose-fill at the exits of the slides for the older playground had been compacted, and there was insufficient fresh loose-fill on top.
Correction date recorded: 2026-03-11
2026-02-25 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
The cots in one of the classrooms were not labeled.
Correction date recorded: 2026-02-27
2026-03-03 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-03. Correction verified: 2026-03-19.
Two classes were combined outside with the youngest child being 15 months old and the oldest child being 36 months old. This was corrected during the inspection when one of the classes went inside.
2026-02-25 · 746.603(a) · Medium
Children's Records Maintained
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-11. Correction verified: 2026-03-17.
Out of six children's records reviewed, two children were missing an admission date, one was missing parental consent to emergency treatment, one was missing a health statement, and one needed an updated shot record.
2026-02-25 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-25. Correction verified: 2026-03-03.
One of the caregivers in the infant room stepped out of the classroom briefly, leaving one caregiver with six infants. This was corrected during the inspection when another caregiver entered the classroom to put the room in ratio.
2026-02-25 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-04. Correction verified: 2026-03-17.
Out of four staff files reviewed, one was missing a diploma and one was missing a statement that they attended orientation with an overview on abuse and neglect.
2026-02-25 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-27. Correction verified: 2026-03-03.
The cots in one of the classrooms were not labeled.
2026-02-25 · 746.4907(d) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-11. Correction verified: 2026-03-03.
The loose-fill at the exits of the slides for the older playground had been compacted, and there was insufficient fresh loose-fill on top.
2025-04-21 · 746.4501(b) · Medium
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-04-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
3 of the 4 high chairs that were observed did not have safety straps on them. a child was sitting in a highchair that did not have a sfety strap. Caregiver removed the child. Safety straps were installed in 3 of the 4 highchairs during second walk through.
2024-06-27 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-04. Correction verified: 2024-06-28.
Out of six staff files reviewed, one caregiver did not have a certificate for medication training.
2022-04-04 · 746.2805(6) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-04-07. Correction verified: 2022-04-11.
Based on information gathered during the investigation it was determined that children in care were being yelled at inappropriately by a caregiver.
2022-04-04 · 746.2805 · High
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-04-07. Correction verified: 2022-04-11.
Based on the information gathered during the investigation it was determined that prohibit punishment was used against a child in care.
2022-01-06 · 746.2207(a) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-01-06. Correction verified: Not recorded.
During the inspection observed as 23 month old watching a cartoon on a tablet. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregiver removing the tablet.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=101625
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.