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Texas HHSC records list 11 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated March 25, 2026.
The same records list 20 cited deficiencies dated January 30, 2024 to March 25, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 9 High, 3 Medium High, 7 Medium, 1 Low).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 5 corrected at inspection, 15 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 15 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 20 cited deficiencies for Thurman E Dorsey Head Start EOAC in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (9 High, 3 Medium High, 7 Medium, 1 Low).
Records list 11 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-03-25.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 9 |
| Medium High | 3 |
| Medium | 7 |
| 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.
2026-03-25 · 746.4907(a)(1) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
There were two small slides on the early headstart playground that did not have mulch in the use zones. This was corrected during the inspection when the slides were removed from the playground.
Corrected at inspection
2026-03-25 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
The cots in classroom P were not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver labeled the cots with the children's names.
Corrected at inspection
2025-08-19 · 746.2206(2)(B) · Medium
Written Activity Plan - Active Play Pre K - 90 Minutes of Moderate to Vigorous
The pre-k classes only had 75 minutes of moderate to vigorous active play on the activity plan.
Correction date recorded: 2025-08-26
2026-03-25 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-03-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The cots in classroom P were not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver labeled the cots with the children's names.
2026-03-25 · 746.4907(a)(1) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-03-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
There were two small slides on the early headstart playground that did not have mulch in the use zones. This was corrected during the inspection when the slides were removed from the playground.
2025-08-19 · 746.2206(2)(B) · Medium
Written Activity Plan - Active Play Pre K - 90 Minutes of Moderate to Vigorous
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-08-26. Correction verified: 2025-08-22.
The pre-k classes only had 75 minutes of moderate to vigorous active play on the activity plan.
2025-05-19 · 746.307(b)(4) · High
Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-13. Correction verified: 2025-06-25.
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence found to determine the operation did not notify parents immediately as required when a caregiver had a child hit another child in care.
2025-05-19 · 746.2805 · High
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-13. Correction verified: 2025-06-25.
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence found to determine that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline when they had a child hit another child in care.
2025-05-19 · 746.2805(5) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-13. Correction verified: 2025-06-25.
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence found to determine that a caregiver yelled at children in care while disciplining them
2025-05-19 · 746.305(a)(6) · High
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-13. Correction verified: 2025-06-25.
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence found to determine that the operation did not report to Child Care Regulation within two days as required when a caregiver had a child hit another child in care.
2025-05-19 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-13. Correction verified: 2025-06-25.
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence found to determine that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment or competency when they witnessed another caregiver using inappropriate discipline and did not intervene or report it.
2025-01-29 · 746.1613(a) · Medium
Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-01-29. Correction verified: 2025-02-04.
Two 12-17-month-old rooms were combined and using reduced naptime ratio. This was corrected during the inspection when a second caregiver was placed in the room so that the room was not using reduced ratio.
2025-01-29 · 746.1301(a)(3)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-07. Correction verified: 2025-02-18.
One caregiver had expired first aid and CPR.
2025-01-29 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-01-29. Correction verified: Not recorded.
Out of seven staff files reviewed, two were missing statements that they received the center and personnel policies and attended orientation with an overview on the center's policy on abuse and neglect, and one was missing a start date. This was corrected during the inspection when the required statements and start date were completed by the caregivers.
2024-09-05 · 746.501(a)(20) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-19. Correction verified: 2024-09-06.
The parent handbook did not address all of the required parent's rights.
2024-04-15 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-04-29. Correction verified: 2024-04-19.
Out of eight staff files reviewed, six of the staff had not received training in understanding building and physical premises safety.
2024-04-15 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-04-15. Correction verified: Not recorded.
Out of eight staff files reviewed, two did not have statements that they had received the operational and personnel policies or that they had attended orientation that inlcuded an overview of the center's policy on abuse and neglect. This was corrected during the inspection when the two staff members signed statements acknowledging that they had recieved the policies and attended an orientation that included the center's abuse/neglect policy.
2024-04-15 · 746.603(a)(6) · Low
Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-04-15. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The operation did not have hearing and vision screening results for a child over four years old. This was corrected during the inspection when a qualified staff member completed a hearing and vision screening with the child and the results were placed in the child's file.
2024-03-26 · 746.1315(b) · Medium High
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-04-10. Correction verified: 2024-04-09.
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver, who was allowed unsupervised access to children in care and has been employed by the operation for more than 90 days, had a CPR certification that expired in 2021.
2024-03-22 · 746.1201(4) · High
AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-13. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that a child in care was abused.
2024-03-22 · 746.2805(3) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-13. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that a caregiver grabbed a child, lifted the child by both wrists, and twisted the child's arm.
2024-01-30 · 746.307(a) · High
Parental Communication - Notify Immediately about Allegation of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-04-01. Correction verified: 2024-04-15.
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that the operation did not notify a parent immediately of an allegation that their child was abused.
2024-01-30 · 746.2805 · High
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-04-01. Correction verified: 2024-04-15.
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that a caregiver inappropriately disciplined a child by grabbing the child's arm, yanking the child up from the carpet, shaking the child, and yelling at the child.
2022-03-24 · 746.305(a)(6) · High
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-03-25. Correction verified: 2022-03-28.
Based on the information gathered it was found that the operation did not notify licensing within the required timeframe of allegations made about prohibited punishment of a child in care.
2022-03-24 · 746.2805 · High
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-03-25. Correction verified: 2022-03-28.
Based on the information gathered during the investigation it was found that prohibit punishment was being used with children in care.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=137990
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.