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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 20 cited deficiencies dated September 9, 2024 to August 14, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 6 High, 6 Medium High, 8 Medium).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 1 corrected at inspection, 19 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 19 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 20 cited deficiencies for Northstar Montessori at Spring Cypress in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (6 High, 6 Medium High, 8 Medium).
Records list 14 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-10-08.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 6 |
| Medium High | 6 |
| Medium | 8 |
| 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.
2026-08-14 · 745.641 · High
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
One staff observed in the classroom did not an active/eligible background check. The background check observed was inactivated in May 2026.
Correction date recorded: 2026-08-14
2026-08-14 · 745.651(1) · Medium
Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
One staff background check was still active in the system. Based on the information obtained, the last day of employment for staff was 08/05/2026.
Corrected at inspection
2026-08-13 · 746.3317(7) · High
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
A choking incident occurred when a child was served and consumed a food item that posed as a risk, which resulted in a choking hazard.
Correction date recorded: 2026-09-11
2026-08-14 · 745.651(1) · Medium
Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-08-14. Correction verified: Not recorded.
One staff background check was still active in the system. Based on the information obtained, the last day of employment for staff was 08/05/2026.
2026-08-14 · 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: 2026-08-14. Correction verified: 2026-08-17.
One staff observed in the classroom did not an active/eligible background check. The background check observed was inactivated in May 2026.
2026-08-13 · 746.3317(7) · High
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-11. Correction verified: 2026-09-11.
A choking incident occurred when a child was served and consumed a food item that posed as a risk, which resulted in a choking hazard.
2026-05-21 · 746.1205(a)(3) · Medium High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-21. Correction verified: 2026-06-10.
Two staff members observed caring for children were not aware of the ages of the children, in which they were responsible for.
2026-05-21 · 746.5101(b) · Medium High
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-07-02. Correction verified: 2026-07-13.
The most recent fire inspection was dated, 04/15/2025.
2026-04-09 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-16. Correction verified: 2026-05-06.
One child's file did not have an immunization record available for review.
2026-04-09 · 746.603(a)(3) · Medium
Children's Records - Health Statement
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-23. Correction verified: 2026-05-06.
Two children's file observed did not have a health statement available for review
2026-04-09 · 746.5625(b) · High
Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-23. Correction verified: 2026-05-04.
The transportation safety alarm was not in working condition.
2026-03-26 · 746.1601 · Medium High
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-22. Correction verified: 2026-06-10.
A total of 18 children, 3-5 years of age was observed in the Preschool 3 classroom with one caregiver. The specified age group is 3 years of age. A total of 20 children were observed in the Primary 1 classroom, 3-5 years of age with one caregiver. The specified age group is 4 years of age. A total of 20 children, 19 months - 36 months of age were observed in the Transitional 1 classroom with two caregivers.
2026-01-05 · 746.1309(f) · Medium
Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-02-13. Correction verified: 2026-02-17.
Caregivers did not complete the required training necessary to care for a child, and/or children with special needs.
2025-11-10 · 746.4503(b) · Medium
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-11-10. Correction verified: 2025-11-26.
The nap mats were not labeled in the Transitional 2 and Toddlers classroom.
2025-10-31 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-12-19. Correction verified: 2026-01-02.
Good judgment was not utilized when a child was posted on social media without the parent's authorization, and/or consent. Based on the video footage observed, a child was posted on the operation's social media account.
2025-10-09 · 746.5205(4) · Medium
Documentation of Drills
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-16. Correction verified: 2025-10-22.
The emergency practice form observed did not include the time of drill, the length of the drill conducted, the length time of time for evacuation, sheltering, and/or the lock down drill.
2025-03-11 · 746.801(3) · Medium
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-03-21. Correction verified: 2025-03-24.
Two staff files observed did not have the training certificates, and/or records available for review in order for licensing staff to properly evaluate staff training.
2025-03-11 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-04-15. Correction verified: 2025-04-15.
The most recent fire inspection was dated, 11/21/2023.
2024-12-13 · 746.3401(a) · Medium High
Annual Sanitation Inspection
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-14. Correction verified: 2025-02-24.
A recent annual sanitation inspection was not available for review. The most recent sanitation inspection was dated, 09/14/2023.
2024-12-13 · 746.5307(a) · Medium High
Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-14. Correction verified: 2025-02-28.
The childcare operation has not inspected their fire extinguishers since September of 2024. The fire extinguishers have not been serviced since September of 2023.
2024-12-13 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-03-03. Correction verified: 2025-03-11.
The most recent fire inspection was dated, 11/21/2023.
2024-09-09 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-23. Correction verified: 2024-10-15.
One toilet in the Primary 2 classroom did not work, and/or was not accessible to children in care.
2024-09-09 · 746.501(a)(20) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-20. Correction verified: 2024-10-16.
Based on the information obtained, parent's rights were not provided to parents within the required timeframe, by 09/30/2023. The parent's rights information was not updated within the childcare operational policies. The childcare operation did not have a receipt/acknowledgement from parent's stating that they received a copy of the parent's right. Children enrollment forms were not updated to portray receipt of acknowledgement of parent's rights.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1483314
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.