Sharons Kid Korner

Licensed Center

Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Longview / Gregg / 75601
Street address: 503 E Methvin St
Phone: (903) 758-6876
Capacity: 129
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 06:00 AM-06:00 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: May 30, 2001
Operation status:: Active
Corrective action: HHSC lists: No
Adverse action: HHSC lists: No
Temporarily closed: HHSC lists: No

Corrective action means HHSC requires steps to address compliance concerns; see the official HHSC record for details.

Adverse action means HHSC has taken enforcement action affecting an operation’s permit or ability to operate; see the official HHSC record for details.

Summary of state inspection records

Texas HHSC records list 14 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated August 24, 2026.

The same records list 16 cited deficiencies dated October 13, 2023 to July 16, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 2 High, 7 Medium High, 6 Medium, 1 Medium Low).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 0 corrected at inspection, 16 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

HHSC lists a verified correction date for 16 of these citations.

The official HHSC record has the full inspection history and the latest information.

Generated from Texas HHSC state records. Counts and dates come directly from the published state data; no descriptions were written by a model.

View the official state record · Report an issue with this page

Summary of the record

This summary is generated automatically from public HHSC records. It restates the official record and may lag behind it. The official state record is the authoritative source: official HHSC record.

Texas Health and Human Services records list 16 cited deficiencies for Sharons Kid Korner in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (2 High, 7 Medium High, 6 Medium, 1 Medium Low).

Records list 14 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-08-24.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	2
Medium High	7
Medium	6
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.

Recent citations in the summary window

2026-07-16 · 746.5401 · Medium High

Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

The operation has not had a gas leak inspection in the past 2 years.

Correction date recorded: 2026-07-30

2025-11-06 · 746.2805(3) · High

Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.

Correction date recorded: 2025-12-05

2025-11-05 · 746.201(7) · Medium

Operation Open to Parents At All Times

This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.

Correction date recorded: 2025-11-26

Full citation history from HHSC (28)

2026-07-16 · 746.5401 · Medium High
Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-07-30. Correction verified: 2026-08-26.
The operation has not had a gas leak inspection in the past 2 years.
2025-11-06 · 746.2805(3) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-12-05. Correction verified: 2025-12-09.
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.
2025-11-05 · 746.201(7) · Medium
Operation Open to Parents At All Times
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-11-26. Correction verified: 2025-12-09.
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.
2025-10-21 · 746.1013(c) · Medium High
Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-21. Correction verified: 2025-11-07.
Upon arrival to the daycare no staff knew who was in charge at the time.
2025-10-21 · 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: 2025-10-21. Correction verified: 2025-11-07.
Upon arrival at the daycare a caregiver was seen listening to music with headphones in both ears and using her cell phone while watching children.
2025-07-22 · 746.501(a)(20) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-29. Correction verified: 2025-08-06.
The operational policies and enrollment paperwork were missing information on parents rights during review.
2025-07-22 · 746.501(a)(12) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-29. Correction verified: 2025-08-06.
The operational policies were missing a statement on Hearing and Vision Requirements.
2024-08-06 · 746.4505 · Medium
Storage for Individual Belongings
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-08. Correction verified: 2024-09-06.
The after school room was observed and individual storage for children's belongings was not available.
2024-08-06 · 746.2909(4) · Medium High
Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-07. Correction verified: 2024-09-06.
During the inspection nap mats were observed set up in a room in a way that did not allow access without having to step over children.
2024-08-06 · 746.1301(a)(4)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-08. Correction verified: 2024-09-06.
During review 2 caregivers were found to have out of date CPR/First Aid.
2024-03-03 · 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: 2024-03-27. Correction verified: 2024-04-10.
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
2024-03-03 · 746.1003(2) · Medium
Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-27. Correction verified: 2024-04-10.
During the investigation it was found the director did not ensure that the caregivers were supervising their children when caregivers were observed in the office with the director instead of their classrooms.
2024-03-03 · 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: 2024-03-27. Correction verified: 2024-04-10.
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver left her class unattended and out of proximity for 15 minutes.
2024-01-22 · 746.203(2) · Medium
Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-01-24. Correction verified: 2024-01-23.
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The annual verification for Liability Insurance was due on 11/30/2023 and has not been completed.
2024-01-18 · 746.303(b) · Medium Low
Report Number of Employees
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-01-20. Correction verified: 2024-02-05.
The employees who left survey was not completed by the required due date of 11:59PM on January 15th.
2023-10-13 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-27. Correction verified: 2023-11-22.
During the inspection a few areas of chipping paint were observed.
2023-08-14 · 746.3415(4) · Medium High
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-14. Correction verified: 2023-10-13.
A caregiver was seen conducting a diaper change. The caregiver did not wash their hands between each change.
2023-08-14 · 746.2421(b) · Medium
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-08-16. Correction verified: 2023-10-13.
Multiple infants feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in 30 days.
2023-08-14 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-11. Correction verified: 2023-10-13.
During the inspection a few holes and areas of chipping paint were observed. The holes exposed dry wall to the children.
2023-05-22 · 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: 2023-05-24. Correction verified: 2023-05-22.
During the inspection a caregiver was observed present and on the staff list that had an inactive background.
2022-09-29 · 746.2411(2)(E) · High
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Minimum Height of 22 Inches from Top of Railing to Mattress Support at Lowest Level
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-29. Correction verified: 2022-10-12.
During the inspection the infant room was observed, 3 play yard did not meet the minimum requirement of 22 inches from the top railing to mattress support. 1 of the play yards had an infant sleeping inside of it.
2022-09-29 · 746.605(6) · Medium High
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-10-13. Correction verified: 2022-10-12.
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, 5 were missing the address for the emergency contact and 3 were missing their Health Statement.
2022-09-29 · 746.1309(a) · Medium
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-10-28. Correction verified: 2022-10-10.
During the inspection caregiver training hours were observed, 4 out of the 10 did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.
2022-08-22 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-19. Correction verified: 2022-09-29.
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when the children were being aggressive with each other and nothing was done about the situation.
2022-08-22 · 746.1203(4) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-19. Correction verified: 2022-09-29.
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregiver did not have proper supervision of the children in their care which allowed cases of bullying to happen in their room.
2022-04-21 · 746.801(3) · Medium
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-05-30. Correction verified: 2022-05-23.
Based on a DFPS investigation, personnel records were not available at the operation, upon demand. Requested records were later emailed to DFPS.
2021-10-26 · 746.501(a)(18) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-12-10. Correction verified: 2021-11-29.
The operational policies are missing Active Play information, suspension and expulsion policy, hearing and vision info, notification to parents that the operation provides transportation and water activities, and that staff are trained in abuse/neglect awareness and reporting.
2021-10-26 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-12-01. Correction verified: 2021-12-20.
Four staff records were reviewed for the Health and Safety Audit and are missing the following trainings: Two staff need HAZMAT, all need food allergies training, all need emergency Preparedness training.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=168276

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.