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State records list 21 cited deficiencies dated January 19, 2024 to July 30, 2026 (4 High, 8 Medium High, 6 Medium, 1 Medium Low, 2 Low risk). Correction status: 2 corrected at inspection, 19 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
Counts, dates, risk levels and correction status come directly from the state data. The plain-English descriptions were written automatically from the inspectors' narratives and checked against them by a second automated reviewer; they cover citations dated October 11, 2023 to October 11, 2026. They may contain errors; the official record is authoritative.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 21 cited deficiencies for The Kindness Academy in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (4 High, 8 Medium High, 6 Medium, 1 Medium Low, 2 Low).
Records list 11 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-07-23.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 4 |
| Medium High | 8 |
| Medium | 6 |
| Medium Low | 1 |
| Low | 2 |
| 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.
2026-07-30 · 746.3425(1) · Medium High
Caregivers Must Wear Gloves When Handling Blood or Bodily Fluids
During the investigation, it was determined that a staff member did not initially wear gloves when handling an injury that involved blood.
Correction date recorded: 2026-08-17
2026-03-11 · 746.1205(a)(2) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
At the time of inspection a caregiver stated there were seven children in care when there were eight. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the children were recounted
Correction date recorded: 2026-03-11
2026-03-11 · 746.2401(6) · High
Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
During the walkthrough, an infant was observed sleeping with a bib on. Note: The bib was removed immediately
Correction date recorded: 2026-03-11
2026-07-30 · 746.3425(1) · Medium High
Caregivers Must Wear Gloves When Handling Blood or Bodily Fluids
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-17. Correction verified: 2026-08-03.
During the investigation, it was determined that a staff member did not initially wear gloves when handling an injury that involved blood.
2026-03-11 · 746.2401(6) · High
Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-11. Correction verified: 2026-03-20.
During the walkthrough, an infant was observed sleeping with a bib on. Note: The bib was removed immediately
2026-03-11 · 746.1205(a)(2) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-11. Correction verified: 2026-03-20.
At the time of inspection a caregiver stated there were seven children in care when there were eight. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the children were recounted
2026-03-04 · 746.2909(1) · Medium High
Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-04. Correction verified: 2026-03-11.
During the inspection, a child's nap mat was positioned in front of the emergency exit door. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver moved the mat away from the door.
2026-03-04 · 746.501(a)(21) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parent Review of Policies
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-13. Correction verified: 2026-03-10.
The operational policies do not include procedures for parents to review a copy of the center's most recent licensing inspection report and how parents may access minimum standards online. This information was shared via email with the operation.
2025-09-18 · 746.611(a)(1) · Low
Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-09. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
During the inspection, four out of the ten children's files did not have a physician's statement.
2025-09-18 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: Not recorded.
During the inspection, two cabinet doors were observed broken, posing a safety risk to the children in the class. Note: This was temporarilly corrected at inspection when the maintenance person installed safety locks on the cabinets to prevent the children from opening them.
2025-09-18 · 746.1309(a) · Medium
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-02. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
During the insepction, six out of ten staff training files were incomplete and did not have training in all required topics.
2025-09-18 · 746.3407(12) · High
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: Not recorded.
During the walkthrough, there was diaper cream accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in two rooms. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the creams were moved to an inaccessible location.
2025-09-18 · 746.1315(b)(1) · Medium High
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-02. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
During the inspection, two caregivers did not have in-person CPR training portions and one caregiver did not have CPR training.
2025-09-18 · 746.5307(b) · Medium High
Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-02. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
During the inspection, the fire extinguishers in the operation were last serviced in May 2024.
2024-11-13 · 746.5617(a)(5) · High
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-15. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
The fire extinguisher in the van used to transport children was placed in the cup holder, unsecured, and had not been approved by the local fire authority.
2024-11-13 · 746.501(a)(7) · Medium High
Written Operational Policies - Discipline
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-20. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
Operational polcies did not include information for discipline and guidance.
2024-11-13 · 746.501(a)(25) · Low
Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-20. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
The operational policies did not include information regarding provisions made for breastfeeding.
2024-11-13 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-20. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
Licensed space was used like a storage area.
2024-11-13 · 746.501(a)(18) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-20. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
The operational polcies did not include information regarding Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.
2024-11-13 · 746.2909(3) · Medium High
Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-13. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
The cots in the rooms were placed too close together and did not allow walking space for caregivers or children.
2024-11-13 · 746.501(a)(23) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Procedures parents access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline, and HHSC website
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-20. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
The operational policies did not include information for how parents could access CCR; website, minimum standards, or the Texas Abuse and Neglect hotline.
2024-11-13 · 746.501(a)(11) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-20. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
The operational policies did not include information regarding child immunization requirements.
2024-11-13 · 746.501(a)(10) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Meals
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-11-20. Correction verified: 2024-11-25.
The operational policies did not include information for meal services/practices.
2024-01-19 · 746.303(b) · Medium Low
Report Number of Employees
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-01-21. Correction verified: 2024-01-19.
The operation failed to report the number of employees that left their employment by the required January 15th due date.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1449826
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.