2026-09-22 · 746.4501(b) · Medium
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Two infants where observed in buckets seats and were not properly buckled in with the safety straps.
Correction date recorded: 2026-09-28
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Texas HHSC records list 22 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated October 5, 2026.
The same records list 32 cited deficiencies dated January 17, 2024 to September 22, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 7 High, 13 Medium High, 12 Medium).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 0 corrected at inspection, 32 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 32 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 32 cited deficiencies for Northstar Preschools at Sendera Ranch in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (7 High, 13 Medium High, 12 Medium).
Records list 22 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-10-05.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 7 |
| Medium High | 13 |
| Medium | 12 |
| 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.
2026-09-22 · 746.4501(b) · Medium
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Two infants where observed in buckets seats and were not properly buckled in with the safety straps.
Correction date recorded: 2026-09-28
2026-02-12 · 746.307(c) · Medium
Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
The caregivers where not properly notifying parents of less serious injuries at pick up.
Correction date recorded: 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 · 746.707 · Medium
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
The operation did not properly share completed incident forms with parents.
Correction date recorded: 2026-03-16
2026-09-22 · 746.4501(b) · Medium
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-28. Correction verified: 2026-10-05.
Two infants where observed in buckets seats and were not properly buckled in with the safety straps.
2026-02-12 · 746.707 · Medium
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-16. Correction verified: 2026-03-20.
The operation did not properly share completed incident forms with parents.
2026-02-12 · 746.307(c) · Medium
Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-16. Correction verified: 2026-03-20.
The caregivers where not properly notifying parents of less serious injuries at pick up.
2026-02-02 · 746.3803(a)(1) · Medium High
Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-16. Correction verified: 2026-02-05.
One child is missing parental authorization.
2026-02-02 · 746.3809 · Medium
Medication No Longer Used
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-16. Correction verified: 2026-02-05.
There are three medications present for children that are no longer enrolled.
2026-02-02 · 746.403(b) · Medium High
Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-16. Correction verified: 2026-02-05.
The allergy list posted is not current.
2026-02-02 · 746.3819 · Medium High
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-16. Correction verified: 2026-02-05.
One child is missing their FARE form.
2026-02-02 · 746.2805(3) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-17. Correction verified: 2026-02-19.
A caregiver admitted to grabbing children's ears.
2025-02-26 · 746.5205(1) · Medium High
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-28. Correction verified: 2025-02-28.
Fire drills have not been conducted on a monthly basis. The last drill was conducted in December.
2024-10-04 · 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: 2024-10-07. Correction verified: 2024-10-10.
A child was left unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes.
2024-08-14 · 746.5537(a) · Medium High
Electric or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detectors-Inspection of CO System
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-16. Correction verified: 2024-08-23.
The last documented carbon monoxide detector check was conducted in December of 2023.
2024-08-14 · 746.5319 · High
Smoke Detectors Testing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-16. Correction verified: 2024-08-23.
The last documented smoke detector check was conducted in December of 2023.
2024-08-14 · 746.5307(a) · Medium High
Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-16. Correction verified: 2024-08-23.
The last documented fire extinguisher check was December of 2023.
2024-08-14 · 746.4913 · Medium
Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-21. Correction verified: 2024-08-28.
Test data from the manufacturer of the turf/unitary surfacing was not available for review at the time of the inspection.
2024-08-14 · 746.5205(1) · Medium High
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-16. Correction verified: 2024-08-23.
The last documented fire dril wasl conducted was in December of 2023.
2024-05-16 · 746.2428 · High
No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-16. Correction verified: 2024-05-31.
A 3m old infant was observed in a nap sack that provides restriction across the chest area.
2024-05-06 · 746.1609 · Medium High
Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-06. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
2 classrooms were observed out of ratio upon my arrival. The infant classroom had 16 children with 2 caregivers and a specified age group of 12-18m. Another classroom had 14 children with one caregiver and a specified age group of 2 years.
2024-05-06 · 746.2207(c)(1) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-06. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
Children where observed watching cartoons while combined in the gym.
2024-05-06 · 746.2207(c)(3) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-06. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
It was stated by a caregiver that the children had been watching a movie in the gym since opening. It had been 2 hours since opening upon my arrival.
2024-05-06 · 746.3501(6) · Medium High
Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-06. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
I observed a child have access to diaper changing equipment.
2024-04-29 · 746.2207(c)(1) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-04-30. Correction verified: 2024-05-06.
Children where observed watching cartoons while combined in the gym.
2024-04-29 · 746.3317(6) · Medium High
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-02. Correction verified: 2024-05-06.
Children were observed eating snacks from the ground in the gym.
2024-04-29 · 746.1609 · Medium High
Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-01. Correction verified: 2024-05-06.
Children were observed combined in the gym . 23 children total with a specified age group of 2 years old exceeding the maximum group size of 22.
2024-04-25 · 746.1205(a)(5) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-13. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
Children were observed climbing on furniture, sliding and falling because of toys, fighting over toys, running around the classroom. The caregiver was assisting children in an adjoining restroom unable to intervene, causing a risk to children.
2024-04-09 · 746.1615 · Medium
Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/Closing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-08. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
Children are routinely combined in the gym area from 6:30am-8:00am.
2024-04-09 · 746.2207(c)(1) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-08. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
Children are routinely permitted to watch cartoons daily with no relation to activity plans, nor educational value.
2024-04-09 · 746.1203(1) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Minimum Standards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-08. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
Caregivers though knowledgeable routinely do not comply with the minimum standards.
2024-04-09 · 746.201(4) · Medium High
Designating Director
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-06-07. Correction verified: 2024-05-29.
The director's position has been vacant at the facility since March 28, 2024.
2024-04-09 · 746.2207(c)(3) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-08. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
Screen time is routinely used between the hours of 6:30am- 8:00am.
2024-04-09 · 746.1201(2) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-08. Correction verified: 2024-05-16.
Multiple caregivers admitted to yelling at children.
2024-01-17 · 746.4913 · Medium
Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-05. Correction verified: 2024-03-14.
There was no required documentation on the playground surfacing.
2024-01-17 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-01-26. Correction verified: 2024-02-05.
There were several areas on the walls in the schoolage room where the paint was peeling.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1469264
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.