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Texas HHSC records list 14 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated October 8, 2026.
The same records list 7 cited deficiencies dated May 22, 2024 to August 31, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 1 High, 3 Medium High, 2 Medium, 1 Medium Low).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 0 corrected at inspection, 7 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 7 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 7 cited deficiencies for Vestal Early Head Start in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (1 High, 3 Medium High, 2 Medium, 1 Medium Low).
Records list 14 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-10-08.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 1 |
| Medium High | 3 |
| Medium | 2 |
| Medium Low | 1 |
| 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.
2026-08-31 · 746.2803(4) · Medium High
Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
It was determined in an investigation that positive methods of discipline were not used by a caregiver. In a video, children appeared to be intimidated by the caregiver, as one child covered his eyes when the caregiver entered the room and put his head down after the caregiver…
Correction date recorded: 2026-09-10
2026-08-31 · 746.2805(5) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
It was determined in an investigation that a caregiver was using a prohibited form of discipline when she was observed and heard yelling at children.
Correction date recorded: 2026-09-10
2025-10-01 · 746.1309(a) · Medium
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
The total of required 24 hours for 2024-2025 was unavailable for review for one staff.
Correction date recorded: 2025-10-22
2026-08-31 · 746.2805(5) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-10. Correction verified: 2026-09-21.
It was determined in an investigation that a caregiver was using a prohibited form of discipline when she was observed and heard yelling at children.
2026-08-31 · 746.2803(4) · Medium High
Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-10. Correction verified: 2026-09-21.
It was determined in an investigation that positive methods of discipline were not used by a caregiver. In a video, children appeared to be intimidated by the caregiver, as one child covered his eyes when the caregiver entered the room and put his head down after the caregiver talked to him.
2025-10-01 · 746.1311(a) · Medium
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-22. Correction verified: 2025-10-15.
The total required 30 hours of training for 2023-2024 was unavailable for review.
2025-10-01 · 746.1309(a) · Medium
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-22. Correction verified: 2025-10-15.
The total of required 24 hours for 2024-2025 was unavailable for review for one staff.
2024-09-13 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-20. Correction verified: 2024-09-20.
One out of the six personnel files evaluated did not have a notarized employment affidavit on file.
2024-09-13 · 746.1315(b) · Medium High
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-20. Correction verified: 2024-09-20.
The director did not have current certification is CPR/First Aid on file.
2024-05-22 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-05-31. Correction verified: 2024-05-31.
The landscaping around the outdoor playground is not fully complete therefore it is not ready for use by children.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1477927
Records reflect only deficiencies published by the state after due process. This page does not rate or rank providers. Check the official record for the latest information.
Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.