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Texas HHSC records list 5 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.
The most recent inspection in these records is dated September 30, 2026.
The same records list 10 cited deficiencies dated September 17, 2025 to September 16, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 1 High, 5 Medium High, 3 Medium, 1 Medium Low).
Correction status recorded by HHSC: 1 corrected at inspection, 9 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.
HHSC lists a verified correction date for 8 of these citations.
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Texas Health and Human Services records list 10 cited deficiencies for A Step Above Preparatory Academy Inc. in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (1 High, 5 Medium High, 3 Medium, 1 Medium Low).
Records list 5 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-09-30.
| Risk weight | Citations |
|---|---|
| High | 1 |
| Medium High | 5 |
| Medium | 3 |
| 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.
2026-09-16 · 746.1013(a)(3) · Medium
Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
The caregiver in charge did not have access to personnel and children files while the director was away. Note: It was discussed with the director that access must be given to the caregiver left in charge while both directors are out of the building.
Corrected at inspection
2026-09-16 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Two caregivers have affidavits that do not have a notary stamp on them.
Correction date recorded: 2026-09-18
2026-09-16 · 746.4907(d) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
The loose fill has grass growing through out it and needs maintained to ensure it meets the required depth.
Correction date recorded: 2026-10-09
2026-09-16 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-28. Correction verified: 2026-09-30.
A pole in the back building was observed to be missing paint and exposing not only the sheet rock but a metal bracket.
2026-09-16 · 746.5537(a)(1) · Medium High
Electric or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Install new Battery in Each CO Detector Annually
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-18. Correction verified: 2026-09-30.
The smoke detectors in the front of the building are beeping.
2026-09-16 · 746.2426(a)(1) · High
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-16. Correction verified: 2026-09-30.
A 2 month old infant was observed sleeping in a swing. Note: The caregiver removed the infant from the swing.
2026-09-16 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-25. Correction verified: 2026-09-23.
Two childre's files have screen shots for their immunization record.
2026-09-16 · 746.4907(d) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-10-09. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The loose fill has grass growing through out it and needs maintained to ensure it meets the required depth.
2026-09-16 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-18. Correction verified: 2026-09-18.
Two caregivers have affidavits that do not have a notary stamp on them.
2026-09-16 · 746.1013(a)(3) · Medium
Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-09-16. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The caregiver in charge did not have access to personnel and children files while the director was away. Note: It was discussed with the director that access must be given to the caregiver left in charge while both directors are out of the building.
2025-09-17 · 746.4907(a)(1) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-29. Correction verified: 2025-09-30.
The loose fill is not at the required six inches according to the heigth of the climbing structure.
2025-09-17 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-29. Correction verified: 2025-09-29.
A board is broken in half and hanging loose on the hand rail to the ramp leading into the back building.
2025-09-17 · 746.801(3) · Medium
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-19. Correction verified: 2025-09-18.
The staff files were not available during my inspection.
2023-09-27 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-27. Correction verified: 2023-12-11.
School age room: The cork board on the wall is peeling. The wall near the restroom is peeling. Ceiling Tiles are drooping in the restroom. The vent fan in the restroom is visibly dusty. The white shelf is missing a chunk of material on the top exposing a screw. Outside: On the play structure there is a broken support clamp. Paint is peeling on two of the hand rails used for the ladder part of the climbing structure.
2023-09-27 · 746.2405(4) · Medium High
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-27. Correction verified: 2023-12-11.
The infant caregivers are using the hand washing sink to wash bottles as well as washing hands.
2022-10-05 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-10-14. Correction verified: 2022-10-14.
A whole was observed in the wall in the toddler classroom. Paint was observed chipping and peeling in the pre-k and school age classrooms. The wood hand railing into the pre-k and school age building is split causing the wood to separate and pose a risk for splinters, lacerations, and possible entrapment. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.
2022-10-05 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-10-14. Correction verified: 2022-10-14.
One child's file out of six reviewed is missing a completed immuniztion record.
2022-07-05 · 746.3407(9) · Medium High
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-07-05. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The elctrical outlet cover is broken in the school age room. Note: A picture was taken for the file. This was corrected when the director replaced the cover.
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=964228
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.