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Texas HHSC records list 28 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated September 17, 2026.
The same records list 27 cited deficiencies dated October 13, 2023 to June 13, 2025 (HHSC risk levels: 6 High, 15 Medium High, 5 Medium, 1 Low).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 0 corrected at inspection, 27 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 27 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 27 cited deficiencies for Kidz Explorer Daycare and Learning Center, LLC in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (6 High, 15 Medium High, 5 Medium, 1 Low).
Records list 28 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-09-17.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 6 |
| Medium High | 15 |
| Medium | 5 |
| Medium Low | 0 |
| Low | 1 |
| 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.
2025-06-13 · 746.3427 · Medium High
Pest Extermination
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, building was treated for pests by a non-licensed individuals and operation was not treated by a licensed company during an on-going rodent issue.
Correction date recorded: 2025-07-22
2025-06-13 · 745.635(2) · High
AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, an individual with an ineligible background check determination has been present at the operation during operational hours.
Correction date recorded: 2025-07-17
2025-06-13 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Two caregivers were providing care for five children in the toddler room. The youngest child is 8mo and oldest is 30 months old. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceeds 18 months. There were a total of 15 children present at the operation.
Correction date recorded: 2025-06-13
2025-06-13 · 746.1107(2) · Medium High
Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-20. Correction verified: 2025-06-19.
Two out of four staff files reviewed have certificates that are not equivalent to a high school diploma.
2025-06-13 · 746.1311(d) · Medium High
Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-20. Correction verified: 2025-06-19.
One out of four staff files reviewed is missing safe sleep / shaken baby training.
2025-06-13 · 746.3407(8) · Medium High
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-13. Correction verified: 2025-06-20.
Rodent droppings were observed on the kitchen floor and cabinets and a dead rat/mouse was found in a sticky strap inside a storage room.
2025-06-13 · 746.201(9) · Medium High
Complying with Laws and Rules
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-17. Correction verified: 2025-07-29.
Based on the information obtained during the course the investigation, permit holder's actions resulted in multiple deficiencies and included the provision of a forged document.
2025-06-13 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-13. Correction verified: 2025-06-20.
Two caregivers were providing care for five children in the toddler room. The youngest child is 8mo and oldest is 30 months old. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceeds 18 months. There were a total of 15 children present at the operation.
2025-06-13 · 745.635(2) · High
AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-17. Correction verified: 2025-07-29.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, an individual with an ineligible background check determination has been present at the operation during operational hours.
2025-06-13 · 746.3427 · Medium High
Pest Extermination
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-22. Correction verified: 2025-07-29.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, building was treated for pests by a non-licensed individuals and operation was not treated by a licensed company during an on-going rodent issue.
2025-05-19 · 746.3501(1) · Medium High
Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-17. Correction verified: 2025-07-29.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, staff were instructed to delay diaper / soiled clothes changes.
2025-05-19 · 746.2805 · High
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-17. Correction verified: 2025-07-29.
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a child was scorned by staff for having toilet training related accidents and child was threatened to receive a tongue injection for saying bad words.
2025-02-13 · 746.501(a)(26) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-27. Correction verified: 2025-02-19.
Policies were reviewed and the following information is missing: (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect.
2024-09-18 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-25. Correction verified: 2024-09-24.
One out of four staff / contractor files reviewed is missing start date, orientation / policies received statements, preemployment affidavit and notarized affidavit.
2024-04-23 · 746.2805(8) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-04-23. Correction verified: 2024-05-02.
A child was placed in a high chair after misbehaving. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed child from high chair.
2024-04-23 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-04-23. Correction verified: 2024-05-02.
A total of 13 children were present at the operation. 6 children ages 15mo-35mo were combined in the toddler room. The age difference between the youngest child and oldest child exceed 18 months. Note: This was corrected at inspection when one oldest child was moved to the prek room.
2024-04-23 · 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: 2024-04-23. Correction verified: 2024-05-02.
Prek classroom was observed out of control. Children were hiting each other, climbing onto furniture and window sill.
2024-03-07 · 746.1309(a) · Medium
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-18. Correction verified: 2024-03-18.
One out of six staff training records reviewed is missing 12 of annual training including 1 hr of Abuse / Neglect training.
2024-03-07 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-18. Correction verified: 2024-03-18.
Six staff files were reviewed. One file is missing start date, center and personnel policies statement and orientation. Second file is missing foreign high school diploma. Third file is missing start date. Fourth file is start date, high school diploma, personnel / center policies statement, orientation and annual trainings (if applicable). Three out of six files reviewed are missing pre-employment affidavit.
2024-03-07 · 746.805(3) · Low
Electronic Records-Available During Business Hours
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-07. Correction verified: 2024-03-19.
Children's attenance records incluing time of arrival / departure and employee or parent initials were not available for review at the time of inspection.
2024-03-07 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-07. Correction verified: 2024-03-18.
Two staff members were providing care for 13 children ages 11mo to 4yo4mo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child was 41 months.
2024-03-07 · 746.1203(3)(B) · Medium High
Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in care
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-07. Correction verified: 2024-03-18.
A staff member counted towards ratio stepped out of room and into the kitchen to prepare breakfast.
2024-03-07 · 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: 2024-03-07. Correction verified: 2024-03-18.
Children were observed crying, climbing onto furniture, hitting each other and throwing toys.
2024-02-22 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-02-22. Correction verified: 2024-03-07.
Two staff members were providing care for 14 children ages 11mo to 3yo3mo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child was 27 months.
2024-02-22 · 746.1013(a)(1) · Medium High
Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Knows in Charge
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-02-22. Correction verified: 2024-03-07.
Staff member designated as person in charge was not aware of the assignment.
2024-02-08 · 746.3301(b) · Medium High
Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-02-29. Correction verified: 2024-03-07.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the inspection, food items served during breakfast meal did not meet the meal patterns established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Child and Adult Care Food Program.
2024-02-08 · 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: 2024-02-29. Correction verified: 2024-03-07.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, children were out of control and without proper supervision. Children were observed crying, getting up from their chairs during breakfast, throwing toys and climbing onto furniture. A 3yo child was left unsupervised in the restroom.
2024-02-08 · 746.3407(13) · Medium High
Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-02-29. Correction verified: 2024-03-07.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, cleaning products are kept accessible to children. Cleaning products were observed on a low cabinet in the restroom and children were observed using restroom unsupervised.
2023-12-28 · 746.501(a)(18)(F) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-01-08. Correction verified: 2024-01-10.
Operational policies were reviewed and the following items are missing: (18)(A) Benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (18) (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (18) (F) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play; (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.
2023-10-13 · 746.1013(a) · Medium High
Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-13. Correction verified: 2023-10-23.
A person in charge was designated during Director's absence, however, person in charge was absent at arrival and no other person had been designated as person in charge.
2023-10-06 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-06. Correction verified: 2023-10-11.
One out of two toilets in the girl's toddler restroom is out of service. The same toilet was observed dirty as well as the urinal in the boy's toddler restroom.
2023-10-06 · 746.1203(6) · Medium High
Responsibilities of caregivers-Set appropriate behavior expectations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-06. Correction verified: 2023-10-11.
Children in the prek room were observed crying, screaming, fighting and throwing toys. Children were not observed participating in planned activities.
2023-10-06 · 746.3701(5) · Medium High
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-08. Correction verified: 2023-10-11.
Broken toys and pieces of broken plastic were observed in the playground.
2023-10-06 · 746.1013(a) · Medium High
Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-06. Correction verified: 2023-10-13.
A person in charge was not designated during Director's absence.
2023-10-06 · 746.5209(c) · High
No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-06. Correction verified: 2023-10-11.
Exits out of the toddler and prek rooms were blocked with bookcases.
2023-09-01 · 746.1203(6) · Medium High
Responsibilities of caregivers-Set appropriate behavior expectations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-29. Correction verified: 2023-10-06.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, classrooms were out of control. Children were observed wandering in and out of classroom and climbing onto furniture.
2023-09-01 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-04. Correction verified: 2023-10-06.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, it was determined floors were not regularly cleaned and a rug was observed with multiple stains.
2023-09-01 · 746.1203(3)(A) · Medium High
Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-29. Correction verified: 2023-10-06.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, caregivers step in and out of classrooms to tend to parent's needs during pick up time.
2023-09-01 · 746.1003(1) · High
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-29. Correction verified: 2023-10-06.
Based on the information obtained during the of course the investigation, Directors failed to guide operation into compliance and were regularly absent during transition times.
2023-09-01 · 746.3701(5) · Medium High
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-29. Correction verified: 2023-10-06.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, operation's playground had broken toys.
2023-08-03 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-03. Correction verified: 2023-08-08.
A total of 15 children were present at the operation. A group of six children were combined for naptime ranging from 16mo to 3yo. Age different is over 18months.
2023-07-21 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-31. Correction verified: 2023-08-03.
Three staff training reviewed and missing trainings on the following topics: Food Allergies Administering Medications Communicable Diseases Building and Physical Premises Safety
2023-07-21 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-21. Correction verified: 2023-08-03.
Fourteen children ages 16mo-7yo were combined in the school-age room for naptime.
2023-07-07 · 746.4135(b) · Medium
Children's Products- Annual Certification
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-17. Correction verified: 2023-07-21.
Children's Products Certiication Form was last certified / signed on 06/30/2022.
2023-07-07 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-17. Correction verified: 2023-07-21.
Six staff trainings records were reviewed. One of the files was not available for review at the time of the inspection. Two of the files are missing trainings on the following topics: Hazardous Materials Food Allergies Administering Medications Emergency Preparednesses Communicable Diseases Building and Physical Premises Safety
2023-07-07 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-17. Correction verified: 2023-07-21.
One out of six children's records reviewed is missing immunizations exemption affidavit.
2023-07-07 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-17. Correction verified: 2023-07-21.
Last Fire Inspection was conducted on 06/21/2022.
2023-07-07 · 746.1315(b) · Medium High
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-17. Correction verified: 2023-07-21.
One out of six staff training records reviewed has a first aid / CPR certification that expired 4/7/2023.
2023-06-09 · 746.1605(1) · Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-06-09. Correction verified: 2023-06-16.
Children ages 4mo-7yo were combined in one classroom. A total of 22 children were present at the operation.
2023-06-08 · 746.2805(8) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-06-30. Correction verified: 2023-07-07.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, it was found that staff has placed children in highchairs and used safety straps to prevent children from getting up during time-out.
2023-06-08 · 746.2205(a)(4) · Medium
Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-06-30. Correction verified: 2023-07-07.
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, children remain in highchairs for long periods of time and without activities.
2023-01-10 · 746.2421(b) · Medium
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-12. Correction verified: 2023-01-11.
Feeding instructions for 3 children not yet eating table food were last reviewed and signed by parent on 11/6/2022, 12/5/2022 and 12/6/2022.
2023-01-10 · 746.4309 · Medium High
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-10. Correction verified: 2023-01-18.
Outdoor gate was locked. Caregiver supervising a group a children in the playground indicated key is located in the office.
2023-01-10 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-10. Correction verified: 2023-01-18.
One caregiver was caring for 7 children ages 6mo, 7mo, 8mo, 13mo, 13mo, 14mo, 14mo. Note: A substitute caregiver arrived to operation to assist in the infant-age classroom.
2023-01-10 · 746.2419(8) · Medium High
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2023-01-10. Correction verified: Not recorded.
There were children's bottles, gallon of water and formula container on the infant's hand washing sink. Note: Food items were removed from hand washing sink and formula was moved to the fridge in the kitchen.
2022-09-06 · 746.2415(b) · High
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-06. Correction verified: 2022-09-12.
Two children ages 4mo and 11mo were observed asleep with a blanket.
2022-09-06 · 746.4907(a)(1) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-09. Correction verified: 2022-09-12.
There are two slides in the playground; one with a height of 24 in and the second with a height of 21 inches. There is no surfacing surrounding the slides.
2022-08-19 · 746.4751(b) · Medium
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-22. Correction verified: 2022-09-06.
Active play space and equipment checks were last documented 6/15/2022.
2022-08-19 · 746.1316(a) · Medium High
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-26. Correction verified: 2022-08-30.
One out of six staff training records reviewed is missing transportation training.
2022-08-19 · 746.3407(8) · Medium High
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-19. Correction verified: 2022-09-06.
Girl's school-age and toddler restrooms have trash cans without lids. Used toilet paper and a diaper were observed in the trash cans.
2022-08-19 · 746.4907(a)(1) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-02. Correction verified: 2022-09-06.
There are two slides in the playground; one with a height of 24 in and the second with a height of 21 inches. There is no surfacing surrounding the slides.
2022-08-19 · 746.4503(c) · Medium
Napping Floor Mats Marked with Sleeping Side Distinguished
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-22. Correction verified: 2022-09-06.
Napping mats are labeled with the children's names on both sides but do not have a way to distinguish the floor from the child's side. Cribs and play-yards in the infant room are not labeled with the children's names.
2022-08-19 · 746.5537(a)(2) · Medium High
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-22. Correction verified: 2022-09-06.
No carbon monoxide and fire extinguisher checks have not been conducted nor documented for 2022. Last fire drill was documented on 6/3/2022, per provider a fire drill was conducted during July but was not documented.
2021-09-17 · 746.2805 · High
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-11-05. Correction verified: 2021-11-17.
Based on information obtained during course of investigation; a caregiver grabs children by their arms to sit them down on their chairs. On one occasion this lead to a child hitting his/her face with the back of the chair.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1309181
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.