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Texas HHSC records list 16 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated July 30, 2026.
The same records list 17 cited deficiencies dated August 1, 2024 to June 1, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 5 High, 8 Medium High, 2 Medium, 2 Medium Low).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 7 corrected at inspection, 10 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 10 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 17 cited deficiencies for Candi's Creative Learning Center in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (5 High, 8 Medium High, 2 Medium, 2 Medium Low).
Records list 16 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-07-30.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 5 |
| Medium High | 8 |
| Medium | 2 |
| Medium Low | 2 |
| 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.
2026-06-01 · 746.201(11) · High
AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
During the inspection CCR observed 70 children in care. 6 infants ages 0-11M, 6 toddlers SAG 18-23M, 17 PreK SAG 4yrs, 24 School age SAG 8yrs, 10 Toddlers SAG 2yrs, and 7 PreK SAG 3yrs.
Correction date recorded: 2026-06-02
2026-06-01 · 746.5101(b) · Medium High
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Operation did not have annual fire inspection. Document given to CCR has and edited date of submission to the Lancasters fire department.
Correction date recorded: 2026-06-30
2026-06-01 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
CCR observed the infant room out of capacity. The room had, four infants and two 18 months for a total capacity of 6.
Corrected at inspection
2026-06-01 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-06-01. Correction verified: Not recorded.
CCR observed the infant room out of capacity. The room had, four infants and two 18 months for a total capacity of 6.
2026-06-01 · 746.5101(b) · Medium High
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-30. Correction verified: 2026-07-02.
Operation did not have annual fire inspection. Document given to CCR has and edited date of submission to the Lancasters fire department.
2026-06-01 · 746.201(11) · High
AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-02. Correction verified: 2026-07-02.
During the inspection CCR observed 70 children in care. 6 infants ages 0-11M, 6 toddlers SAG 18-23M, 17 PreK SAG 4yrs, 24 School age SAG 8yrs, 10 Toddlers SAG 2yrs, and 7 PreK SAG 3yrs.
2026-05-18 · 746.2805(6) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-15. Correction verified: 2026-07-02.
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation. Witnessed statements confirmed that a caregiver used harsh, abusive and profane language toward a child.
2026-01-16 · 746.303(b) · Medium Low
Report Number of Employees
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-01-21. Correction verified: 2026-02-04.
Annual report has not been completed and submitted by required due date.
2025-12-08 · 746.401(9) · Medium Low
Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-12-08. Correction verified: Not recorded.
An outdated employee list was posted at the follow-up inspection.
2025-11-26 · 745.621(a)(2) · High
AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-11-26. Correction verified: Not recorded.
A person observed at the operation personating another caregiver.
2025-11-25 · 746.2805(1) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-12-19. Correction verified: 2026-01-20.
The standard was task as part of an investigation. Information obtained from interviews and was found to be deficient. The operation did not use good judgment by disciplining a child with a rubber object.
2025-11-25 · 746.1003(2) · Medium
Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-12-19. Correction verified: 2026-01-20.
The standard was assessed as part of an investigation. Information obtained from an interview with the director revealed a deficiency in meeting this standard. The director?s responses indicated an inadequate understanding of the minimum requirements.
2025-07-23 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-07-23. Correction verified: Not recorded.
Hazardous object was observed within the reach of children.
2025-07-23 · 746.3701(5) · Medium High
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-08-13. Correction verified: 2025-08-11.
Outside play area has several hazardous objects.
2025-07-23 · 746.3501(5) · Medium
Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-23. Correction verified: 2025-08-11.
Infant ointment not labeled.
2024-08-01 · 746.1301(a)(4)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-14. Correction verified: 2024-08-27.
A caregiver present does not have a current CPR training.
2024-08-01 · 746.2401(7) · High
Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-08-01. Correction verified: Not recorded.
An infant was left unsupervised on a changing table.
2024-08-01 · 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: 2024-08-14. Correction verified: 2024-08-27.
A caregiver present does not have a current First Aid training.
2024-08-01 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-08-01. Correction verified: Not recorded.
One caregiver was observed caring for 19 children ages 2 years old- 14 years old. The specified age group was 4. The room was out of ratio by 1.
2024-08-01 · 746.4203 · Medium High
Space Requirements - Under 18 Months of Age Separate from Older Children
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-08-01. Correction verified: Not recorded.
Two infants were combined with children 18 months and older.
2023-08-15 · 746.401(2) · Medium
Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2023-08-15. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The most recent monitoring inspection is not posted with the required postings.
2023-02-14 · 746.603(a)(7) · Medium
Children's Records - Incident/Illness Form
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-02-27. Correction verified: 2023-04-06.
The operation did not have an incident report available regarding a child's injury during a DFPS investigation.
2023-01-20 · 746.3417(3) · Medium High
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-20. Correction verified: 2023-02-06.
A caregiver was observed not washing a child's hands after diapering them.
2023-01-20 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2023-01-20. Correction verified: Not recorded.
There were six 12 month old children with one caregiver in classroom two. The classroom was out of ratio by one child.
2023-01-20 · 746.1203(4) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-20. Correction verified: 2023-02-06.
A classroom with four twelve month old children was observed without a caregiver.
2022-08-16 · 746.3701(1) · Medium High
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-08-16. Correction verified: Not recorded.
An outlet was observed without a cover in the infant room. The caregiver placed in cover in the outlet during the inspection.
2022-07-12 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-07-12. Correction verified: 2022-07-14.
One caregiver was observed caring for 5 infants ages 3-11 months. The room was out of ratio by 1.
2022-07-12 · 745.641 · High
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-07-12. Correction verified: 2022-07-14.
A staff was observed entering the building from driving the van. The same staff was later seen in the lobby area of the operation with access to children. The staff was present prior to the operation receiving the results of the person's eligibility from CBCU. The staff left the operation.
2022-07-12 · 746.1203(4) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-07-12. Correction verified: 2022-07-14.
Two children were observed going to the restroom in an area of the building with no caregiver supervision.
2022-04-19 · 745.641 · High
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-04-20. Correction verified: 2022-05-06.
Two caregivers were observed iwith access to children before a determination was made on their background check.
2022-02-15 · 746.1015 · Medium High
Director Qualifications - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-03-31. Correction verified: 2022-02-28.
There is not currently a qualified director in place. One director cannot cover two childcare centers. The person who will be director will not be qualified until the end of March 2022.
2022-02-15 · 746.203(1) · Medium
Liability Insurance Requirements - Have Coverage of at Least $300,000 For Each Occurrence of Negligence
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-03-01. Correction verified: 2022-02-28.
Does not yet have liability insurance, but have a meeting to get it set up later today.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1396884
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.