Children's Lighthouse - Little Elm

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Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Little Elm / Denton / 75068
Street address: 3001 Woodlake Pkwy
Phone: (972) 703-5520
Capacity: 229
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 07:00 AM-06:30 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: October 22, 2021
Operation status:: Active
Corrective action: HHSC lists: No
Adverse action: HHSC lists: No
Temporarily closed: HHSC lists: No

Corrective action means HHSC requires steps to address compliance concerns; see the official HHSC record for details.

Adverse action means HHSC has taken enforcement action affecting an operation’s permit or ability to operate; see the official HHSC record for details.

Summary of state inspection records

Texas HHSC records list 14 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated June 8, 2026.

The same records list 16 cited deficiencies dated October 15, 2023 to April 9, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 6 High, 6 Medium High, 4 Medium).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 4 corrected at inspection, 12 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

HHSC lists a verified correction date for 12 of these citations.

The official HHSC record has the full inspection history and the latest information.

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Summary of the record

This summary is generated automatically from public HHSC records. It restates the official record and may lag behind it. The official state record is the authoritative source: official HHSC record.

Texas Health and Human Services records list 16 cited deficiencies for Children's Lighthouse - Little Elm in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (6 High, 6 Medium High, 4 Medium).

Records list 14 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-06-08.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	6
Medium High	6
Medium	4
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.

Recent citations in the summary window

2026-04-09 · 746.1315(b) · Medium High

Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

One caregiver's CPR and First Aid certification had expired as of March 2026.

Correction date recorded: 2026-04-23

2026-04-09 · 746.1203(3)(D) · Medium High

Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

One caregiver was observed using her cellphone during operating hours to discuss personal matters. This issue was corrected during the inspection after the caregiver was informed of the policy regarding cellphone use.

Corrected at inspection

2026-04-09 · 746.3819 · Medium High

Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

One child with a physician documented food allergy had an emergency plan on file; however, the required medication (EpiPen) was not available.

Correction date recorded: 2026-04-24

Full citation history from HHSC (41)

2026-04-09 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-17. Correction verified: 2026-04-20.
Four out of ten caregivers did not have documented training in the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
2026-04-09 · 746.3819 · Medium High
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-24. Correction verified: 2026-04-27.
One child with a physician documented food allergy had an emergency plan on file; however, the required medication (EpiPen) was not available.
2026-04-09 · 746.1203(3)(D) · Medium High
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-04-09. Correction verified: Not recorded.
One caregiver was observed using her cellphone during operating hours to discuss personal matters. This issue was corrected during the inspection after the caregiver was informed of the policy regarding cellphone use.
2026-04-09 · 746.1315(b) · Medium High
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-23. Correction verified: 2026-04-27.
One caregiver's CPR and First Aid certification had expired as of March 2026.
2024-07-17 · 746.2421(b) · Medium
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-22. Correction verified: 2024-07-19.
One out of ten feeding instructions was not updated and expired on July 2, 2024.
2024-07-17 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-07. Correction verified: 2024-07-29.
The soccer net on the soccer field was found to be in poor condition and torn.
2024-07-17 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-02. Correction verified: 2024-07-29.
The fire inspection has been expired since 03/24/24.
2024-07-17 · 745.635(3) · High
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-19. Correction verified: 2024-08-01.
A caregiver in the 2 and 3 year old classroom was alone with a group of children during naptime. The conditions of the background check were not followed.
2024-07-17 · 746.2206(1)(A) · Medium
Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - Infant Birth to 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-22. Correction verified: 2024-07-22.
Two caregivers stated that they do not take the infants outside at least twice a day. The daily schedule does not include designated times for outdoor play.
2024-07-17 · 746.3317(8) · Medium High
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-07-17. Correction verified: Not recorded.
It was observed that apples and taquitos in the fridge were not covered. This was corrected during the inspection when the cook covered the food.
2024-07-17 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-26. Correction verified: 2024-07-29.
One out of ten children did not have an updated immunization record.
2024-03-21 · 746.1201(4) · High
AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-27. Correction verified: 2024-06-13.
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS Investigation.
2023-12-13 · 746.2207(c)(4) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2023-12-13. Correction verified: Not recorded.
During the inspection, I observed a child playing a game on his tablet for over one hour. It was corrected during the inspection.
2023-10-18 · 745.641 · High
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2023-10-18. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The operation allowed one caregiver to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding her eligibility. The operation immediately removed the caregiver from the operation.
2023-10-15 · 746.2805(5) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-11-30. Correction verified: 2023-11-28.
Based on information obtained during an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver yelled at the children.
2023-10-15 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-11-30. Correction verified: 2023-11-28.
Based on information obtained during an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver didn't demonstrated good judgement when she permitted children to pick up food from the ground and consume it.
2023-08-23 · 746.4913 · Medium
Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-29. Correction verified: 2023-09-21.
The documentation provided by the manufacturer, detailing the material's impact rating as well as the requirements for installation and maintenance, was not accessible for assessment during the inspection.
2023-08-23 · 746.5537(a)(2) · Medium High
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-28. Correction verified: 2023-08-25.
The operation did not conduct a CO detector test for the following months: May, June and July.
2023-08-23 · 746.5307(a) · Medium High
Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-28. Correction verified: 2023-08-24.
The operation did not conduct a fire extinguisher inspection for the month of July/2023.
2023-08-23 · 746.5319 · High
Smoke Detectors Testing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-28. Correction verified: 2023-08-24.
The operation did not conduct a smoke detector testing for the following months: February, March, April, May, June, and July.
2022-10-18 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-10-25. Correction verified: 2022-11-17.
Ten staff files were observed and missing the following; Two staff files are missing how the staff qualify as a caregiver, One staff files are missing that the staff have signed off on receiving the personnel policies, and One staff file is missing orientation.
2022-10-18 · 746.603(a)(6) · Low
Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-10-25. Correction verified: 2022-11-17.
Two childrens files are missing hearing and vision.
2022-10-18 · 746.1203(4) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-11-15. Correction verified: 2022-11-30.
It was determined that a caregiver did not adequately supervise children while using the outside play structure. The caregiver did not redirect the children while using the play structure equipment inappropriately.
2022-08-04 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-01. Correction verified: 2022-09-08.
The director did not use good judgment as medication was administered to a child twice despite the medication log being up to date, and the child making a comment that medication was being administered again.
2022-08-04 · 746.1203(11) · Medium High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregiver
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-01. Correction verified: 2022-09-08.
Management did not communicate with each other to let each other know a child had already received medication, resulting in a child receiving medication twice in a day.
2022-08-04 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-02. Correction verified: 2022-09-08.
During the investigation, it was determined that two staff did not have training certificates for administering medication.
2022-07-15 · 746.3501(1) · Medium High
Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-09. Correction verified: 2022-09-08.
Documentation obtained from the operation, determined that diaper changes were not done for a child for approximately 5 hours. This resulted in a diaper rash.
2022-06-29 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-07-01. Correction verified: 2022-07-08.
Staff did not use good judgment when not following the sign in and out procedures for children in their care. Three classrooms were observed not following the procedures for transferring children in and out of the classroom.
2022-06-29 · 746.3701(5) · Medium High
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-06-29. Correction verified: Not recorded.
On the playground three toy riding cars were observed with broken wheels. This was corrected at inspection by having the toy cars be removed from the playground.
2022-06-17 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-06-22. Correction verified: 2022-06-29.
Staff did not use good judgment when not following the sign in and out procedures for children in their care. Children are not being transferred to the correct classrooms when they are not in their assigned room.
2022-05-13 · 746.603(a) · Medium
Children's Records Maintained
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-05-20. Correction verified: 2022-06-06.
Ones child's file was observed and is missing a health statement signed by the physician and immunization records.
2022-05-13 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-05-20. Correction verified: 2022-06-01.
One staff file was observed and is incomplete.
2022-05-12 · 746.2803(4) · Medium High
Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-06-10. Correction verified: 2022-06-17.
A caregiver used inappropriate discipline by grabbing a child's arm after providing instructions to go to the carpet.
2022-05-12 · 746.1615 · Medium
Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/Closing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-06-10. Correction verified: 2022-06-17.
During the investigation inspection, the opening classroom was observed with 1 caregiver and 19 children ranging from 18 months to 5 years old for more than 45 minutes.
2022-05-12 · 746.1203(2) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-06-10. Correction verified: 2022-06-17.
During transition from one classroom to another, one caregiver did not know which children they were responsible for.
2022-05-12 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-06-10. Correction verified: 2022-06-17.
Staff did not use good judgment when not following the sign in and out procedures for children in their care.
2022-05-11 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-05-13. Correction verified: 2022-06-01.
Staff are not following the nap charts that are created in the classrooms and nap charts have not been updated.
2022-04-28 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-05-05. Correction verified: 2022-05-11.
The operation has not followed through with the plan in place for the nap cots. During the inspection it was observed that nap charts are not being followed and staff were working on the nap charts at the time of the walkthough.
2022-04-18 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-04-22. Correction verified: 2022-04-28.
On the open field playground, there are two boxes in the ground without covers and have wires in the boxes.
2022-04-18 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-04-22. Correction verified: 2022-04-28.
The children's nap cots in the classrooms were labeled with numbers, but the number charts assigned to the children are not being followed, the charts are not updated, and some classrooms do not have a number chart where the children are not receiving the same cots everyday.
2021-10-15 · 746.2409(a)(9) · High
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-10-22. Correction verified: 2021-10-21.
Cribs compliance certificates were not avilable for review.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1388246

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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.