2026-07-23 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.
Correction date recorded: 2026-08-14
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State records list 40 cited deficiencies dated September 23, 2025 to July 23, 2026 (7 High, 16 Medium High, 15 Medium, 2 Low risk). Correction status: 2 corrected at inspection, 38 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 40 cited deficiencies for Joyful Days Academy in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (7 High, 16 Medium High, 15 Medium, 2 Low).
Records list 8 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-07-23.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 7 |
| Medium High | 16 |
| Medium | 15 |
| Medium Low | 0 |
| 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.
2026-07-23 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.
Correction date recorded: 2026-08-14
2026-06-25 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
No active ant beds were observed, but the grass was not maintained and tall enough to be hazardous towards children playing outside.
Correction date recorded: 2026-07-06
2026-06-25 · 746.4313(3) · Medium
Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
The current safety plan does not apply to the operation's ability to maintain the plan. A new playground safety plan has not been created to account for number of staff to help with transitioning and maintenance of the play area.
Correction date recorded: 2026-07-09
2026-07-23 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-14. Correction verified: 2026-08-14.
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.
2026-06-25 · 746.4313(3) · Medium
Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-07-09. Correction verified: 2026-07-23.
The current safety plan does not apply to the operation's ability to maintain the plan. A new playground safety plan has not been created to account for number of staff to help with transitioning and maintenance of the play area.
2026-06-25 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-07-06. Correction verified: 2026-07-23.
No active ant beds were observed, but the grass was not maintained and tall enough to be hazardous towards children playing outside.
2026-05-08 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-26. Correction verified: 2026-06-15.
A storage area in the school age classroom contains hazards such as tables leaning against the wall, stacked chairs and a multitude of other miscellaneous items is accessible to children.
2026-05-08 · 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: 2026-05-08. Correction verified: 2026-05-15.
A caregiver was allowed access to children prior to the operation receiving an eligibility notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit.
2026-05-08 · 746.2911 · Medium High
Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-08. Correction verified: 2026-06-15.
There was not enough lighting in the nap room to provide adequate supervision of the children.
2026-05-08 · 746.4307 · Medium
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-26. Correction verified: 2026-06-15.
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.
2026-05-08 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-26. Correction verified: 2026-06-25.
An active ant bed was observed on the playground.
2026-05-08 · 746.1203(3)(D) · Medium High
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-08. Correction verified: 2026-06-15.
A caregiver was observed using her cell phone for personal use while responsible for supervising children during nap time.
2026-05-08 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-07-13. Correction verified: 2026-07-23.
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The lat fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.
2026-05-08 · 746.1205(a)(2) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-08. Correction verified: 2026-06-15.
The caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for,
2026-05-08 · 746.4313(3) · Medium
Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-26. Correction verified: 2026-06-25.
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regularly.
2026-04-14 · 746.4313(3) · Medium
Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-28. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Ensuring broken equimpent is removed daily, securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regulary.
2026-04-14 · 746.1203(3)(A) · Medium High
Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
Director responsiblities are not maintained when the director is overseeing caregiver roles and responsibilities which prohibits and limits the ability to conduct an inspection, provide records and documents, assist with administrative and clerical duties. Currently the director is the main caregiver providing care and supervision of the children in care.
2026-04-14 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-01. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired.
2026-04-14 · 746.4601(5) · High
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-24. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
The outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and not set up properly while having exposed long metal points protruding from the bottom of the equipment.
2026-04-14 · 746.4307 · Medium
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-01. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.
2026-03-25 · 746.909 · Medium
Access to Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-25. Correction verified: 2026-04-14.
Personnel records were not immediately accessble for review when the director was supervising during naptime and the only staff member in the building, This was corrected when the owner had arrived at thhe operation and relieved the director from supervising to allow the director to obtain files for review by licensing.
2026-03-25 · 746.3701(3) · Medium High
Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-03-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
During naptime, a floor fan was observed to be on and working with no safegaurd or barrier around it. This was corrected when the director removed the fan unit from the area of care.
2026-03-25 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-10. Correction verified: 2026-04-14.
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. Outside, the second exit and pathway back into the buidling has not been maintained properly as potential hazards and tree debris is scattered behind the exit.
2026-03-25 · 746.2409(a)(2) · Medium High
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-03-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The infant crib did not have a tight fitted sheet. The sheet was loose with ripples and could easily be pinched up. It was oberved that the sheet did not fit the mattress properly. This was corrected when a tighter sheet was placed on the mattress.
2026-03-23 · 746.4601(5) · High
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-03. Correction verified: 2026-04-14.
Based on observations made, the outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and was turned over on its side with a long metal point protruding from the bottom of the equipment.
2025-10-14 · 746.501(a)(25) · Low
Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-21. Correction verified: 2025-10-16.
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.
2025-10-14 · 746.4311 · Medium High
Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-21. Correction verified: 2025-10-16.
A safety plan for the playground was implemented but was missing vital criteria for approval.
2025-10-14 · 746.501(a)(20) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-21. Correction verified: 2025-10-16.
The operational policies did not include parent rights.
2025-09-23 · 746.501(a)(30) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-07. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
The operational policies did not include inclusion service information for children with special needs.
2025-09-23 · 746.501(a)(26) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-07. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
The operational policies did not include all the abuse and neglect required information needed.
2025-09-23 · 746.4313(1) · Medium
Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Notify Parents of Location
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-10. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
There is no written notification to parents regarding the location of the outdoor play area.
2025-09-23 · 746.4307 · Medium
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-20. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by trees, bushes, trash, an empty gas container, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.
2025-09-23 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-10. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
The outdoor play area has a metal play train and tube that is missing parts and not kept in good repair. The transportation van also was not properly cleaned out and had garabge and debris on the floors of the van.
2025-09-23 · 746.501(a)(25) · Low
Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-07. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.
2025-09-23 · 746.4311 · Medium High
Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-13. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
It was found that the route to the outdoor play area had additional hazards such as it being located right next to a bar/lounge. It was observed to have men coming in and out of the lounge with paraphernalia and smoking outside the lounge area. The outdoor play area is also located next to the shopping strip dumpster where it was observed that garabage and other hazards can easily make their way onto the play area.
2025-09-23 · 746.5619 · Medium High
Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-03. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies.
2025-09-23 · 746.501(a)(18) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-07. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
The operational policies did not include all the required information for the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.
2025-09-23 · 746.605(13) · Medium
Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-30. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
3 school aged children did not have the required school information on file.
2025-09-23 · 746.605(6) · Medium High
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-30. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
One child did not have an emergency contact listed in their file.
2025-09-23 · 746.501(a)(14) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Transportation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-07. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
There was no transportation policy stated in the operational policies. The operation does offer transportation.
2025-09-23 · 746.4313(2) · Medium High
Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for Supervision
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-10. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
The outdoor play area is located at the end of the shopping strip. There was no written plan for maintaining proper supervision upon transporting children to and from the outdoor play area.
2025-09-23 · 746.605(11) · High
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-30. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
Two children did not have emergency medical authorization from a parent.
2025-09-23 · 746.501(a)(20) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-07. Correction verified: 2025-10-14.
The operational policies did not include parent rights.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1515066
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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.