Discovery Learning Center

High risk Requirements during probation

State rule 745.8641 (licensing rules for every operation): "Requirements during probation"

Inspector's note: The operation did not have proof showing that minimum standards training had been obtained by the CEO of the operation within the sixty days of the start of the probation.

Corrected Nov 9, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The center must have a fire inspection by the local fire marshal before opening and every 12 months after.

State rule 746.5101(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months"

Inspector's note: The operation did not have documentation showing a recent fire inspection was conducted by the local Fire Marshal. The last documented fire inspection the operation had on file was from 7/2/2025.

Corrected Oct 9, 2026, verified by the state Sep 24, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Requirements during probation

State rule 745.8641 (licensing rules for every operation): "Requirements during probation"

Inspector's note: The operation did not have proof showing that minimum standards training had been obtained by the governing body and persons left in charge within the sixty days of the start of the probation.

Corrected Sep 10, 2026, verified by the state Sep 16, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The center must have a fire inspection by the local fire marshal before opening and every 12 months after.

State rule 746.5101(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months"

Inspector's note: The operation did not have documentation showing a recent fire inspection was conducted by the local Fire Marshal. The last documented fire inspection the operation had on file was from 7/2/2025.

Corrected Sep 10, 2026, verified by the state Sep 16, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The operation was delinquent on its Texas franchise tax.

State rule 745.247 (licensing rules for every operation): "Franchise Tax Delinquent"

Inspector's note: The operation failed to maintain an active franchise tax status, and as a result, the entity?s franchise tax status has been forfeited.

Corrected Aug 15, 2026, verified by the state Aug 28, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Requirements during probation

State rule 745.8641 (licensing rules for every operation): "Requirements during probation"

Inspector's note: During the follow up inspection, the operation provided documentation showing that monthly meetings between the CEO and the director have occurred. However, the operation did not have proof showing that minimum standards training had been obtained by the governing body and persons left in charge within the sixty days of the start of the probation.

Corrected Aug 6, 2026, verified by the state Aug 10, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Requirements during probation

State rule 745.8641 (licensing rules for every operation): "Requirements during probation"

Inspector's note: At the time of the inspection, the operation had not filled out documentation showing that a monthly meeting between the CEO and director had occurred by 4/24/2026.

Corrected May 12, 2026, verified by the state Jun 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Children must have the immunizations the state requires.

State rule 746.613(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Immunizations"

Inspector's note: A 16 month old infant was not current on their immunizations and was missing the third doses of the DTaP and PCV vaccines.

Corrected Jun 12, 2026, verified by the state Jun 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk The director and each caregiver must have current pediatric first aid training (with rescue breathing and choking).

State rule 746.1315(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking."

Inspector's note: A substitute caregiver counted in ratio, the director and one caregiver were missing proof of current pediatric first aid training at the time of the inspection.

Corrected Jun 12, 2026, verified by the state Jun 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk The director and each caregiver must have current pediatric CPR training.

State rule 746.1315(b) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR"

Inspector's note: A substitute caregiver counted in ratio, the director and one caregiver were missing current proof of pediatric CPR training at the time of the inspection.

Corrected Jun 12, 2026, verified by the state Jun 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Caregivers must complete 24 hours of annual training, and it must be documented.

State rule 746.1309(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required"

Inspector's note: One caregiver had completed 17.5 hours of required 24 hours of annual training.

Corrected Jun 12, 2026, verified by the state Jun 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children

State rule 746.1701 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children"

Inspector's note: During the inspection, one caregiver was with the 11 children who were in care; the ages of the children were 17 months, 2 years, 2 years, 2 years, 3 years, 3 years, 3 years, 3 years, 3 years, 4 years and 4 years.

Corrected May 12, 2026, verified by the state Jun 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Each child's file must hold current immunization records.

State rule 746.603(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Children's Records - Immunizations"

Inspector's note: One of the ten children records reviewed was missing an immunization record.

Corrected Jun 12, 2026, verified by the state Jun 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Requirements during probation

State rule 745.8641 (licensing rules for every operation): "Requirements during probation"

Inspector's note: The operation has not been complying with the following conditions for the probation: the director has not been documenting information obtained during walk throughs of the center twice daily; the attendance sheets do not contain all the required information stated in the probation conditions; the Governing Body has not developed and submitted a plan to CCR guaranteeing that ratios are always maintained; the operation has not implemented their daily checklist for indoor and outdoor safety checks to be completed before children occupy any space.

Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified by the state Apr 22, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk There must be enough caregivers when the children in a group differ in age by 18 months or more (the state's child-to-caregiver ratio).

State rule 746.1605(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age"

Inspector's note: In the infant room, there was more than an 18-month difference between the youngest infant and oldest toddler.

Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified by the state Apr 22, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Areas children use must be kept free of safety hazards, such as uncovered electrical outlets, unprotected heaters or fans, or reachable water.

State rule 746.3701 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety - Areas Free From Hazards"

Inspector's note: In the outdoor play area, the grass and weeds exceeded 12 inches in height. A double gate and a spot in the fence in the outdoor play area had gaps large enough for children to go through the gate and fence. In the infant room, foam was exposed on the diaper changing mat; the operation put duct tape over the exposed foam during the inspection.

Corrected Apr 20, 2026, verified by the state Apr 22, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Fire extinguishers must be inspected monthly.

State rule 746.5307(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly"

Inspector's note: The operation has not conducted monthly checks of the fire extinguishers.

Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified by the state Apr 22, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Carbon-monoxide detectors must be checked monthly.

State rule 746.5537(a)(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly"

Inspector's note: The operation has not conducted monthly checks of the carbon monoxide detector.

Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified by the state Apr 22, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk The operation's written policies must cover parent rights.

State rule 746.501(a)(20) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights"

Inspector's note: The parent handbook was missing information about Parent Rights. This was corrected at inspection when the director added the parent rights information into the handbook.

Corrected while the inspector was there. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Parental Notification of Safe Sleeping Deficiency

State rule 746.309(a)(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Parental Notification of Safe Sleeping Deficiency"

Inspector's note: The operation did not notify parents of all enrolled children of a safe sleep deficiency which was cited on 12/15/25 by 12/20/25.

Corrected Jan 2, 2026, verified by the state Feb 13, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The director must operate the center in compliance with the minimum standards.

State rule 746.1003(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance"

Inspector's note: The director did not ensure that the operation operated in compliance when a person was left in charge did not have knowledge of where child files were kept.

Corrected Jan 6, 2026, verified by the state Jan 13, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk When the director is away, a qualified caregiver must be in charge.

State rule 746.1013(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Authority"

Inspector's note: During an inspection, the person in charge did not have access to the personnel files.

Corrected Jan 6, 2026, verified by the state Jan 13, 2026.

Medium-high risk The operation must comply with child-care laws and rules.

State rule 746.201(9) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Complying with Laws and Rules"

Inspector's note: The owner has not followed policy in regard to the Plan of Action. The building and grounds checklists were not completed for the month of November and one week in October. Two caregivers did not have updated training, according to the Plan of Action.

Corrected Dec 30, 2025, verified by the state Jan 13, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Infants under 12 months may sleep with only a snug-fitting sheet and mattress cover in the crib.

State rule 746.2415(b) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age"

Inspector's note: During an inspection, an infant was observed to be napping in a crib with a crib sheet that was loose.

Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified by the state Dec 30, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk When the director is away, a qualified caregiver must be in charge.

State rule 746.1013(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Authority"

Inspector's note: During an inspection, the person in charge did not ensure that ratios were maintained and that safe sleep practices were being followed. The person in charge also did not have access to the records required for the plan of action review.

Corrected Dec 29, 2025, verified by the state Dec 30, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk There must be enough caregivers for the number and ages of children in the group (the state's child-to-caregiver ratio).

State rule 746.1601 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children"

Inspector's note: During an inspection, the infant room was observed to have 7 infants in care with 1 caregiver.

Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified by the state Dec 30, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Personnel and training records must be kept and made available.

State rule 746.801(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records"

Inspector's note: During an inspection, training records were not available for review by CCR staff.

Corrected Dec 31, 2025, verified by the state Dec 30, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk There must be enough caregivers for the number and ages of children in the group (the state's child-to-caregiver ratio).

State rule 746.1601 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children"

Inspector's note: During an inspection, the infant room with a specified age group of 0-12 months had 6 children in care with 1 caregiver. Minimum standards states that this group should only have 4 children with 1 caregiver. During the inspection, 2 of the children were moved to another classroom.

Corrected Oct 23, 2025, verified by the state Nov 4, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Safety straps on chairs must be used if the manufacturer requires them.

State rule 746.4501(b) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer"

Inspector's note: At the time of inspection, 3 of the 5 the infant seats at the feeding table did not have straps present. The children were not observed strapped in the chairs during the inspection.

Corrected Oct 16, 2025, verified by the state Oct 23, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The director must operate the center in compliance with the minimum standards.

State rule 746.1003(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance"

Inspector's note: During the inspection time the owner/director advised that they have not reviewed the minimum standards in quite some times and is not familiar with current minimum standards and safety requirements.

Corrected Oct 7, 2025, verified by the state Oct 23, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Low risk Time Period of Training

State rule 746.1313 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Time Period of Training"

Inspector's note: At the time of inspection, a caregiver that has been employed at the facility since December 2023 did not any record of the previous years trainings. The training certificates had been discarded prior to the inspection date.

Corrected Oct 7, 2025, verified by the state Oct 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk A person may not be at the operation until their background check result has come back and allows it.

State rule 745.641 (licensing rules for every operation): "Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation"

Inspector's note: This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined that a caregiver was allowed to be present in a classroom with a group of children prior to their background check eligibility being received. The caregiver was present at the facility on 9/12/25, eligibility notification wasn't received until 9/13/25. At the time of inspection, the caregiver was no longer employed or present at the facility.

Corrected while the inspector was there. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Supervised Naptime Daily

State rule 746.2901 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Supervised Naptime Daily"

Inspector's note: This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined during the investigation, via recorded video footage, that two classes were not supervised by an adult while the children were asleep during naptime. Only the sleeping children were present in the classroom.

Corrected Oct 16, 2025, verified by the state Oct 23, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - 13 Months to Toddler and Pre K

State rule 746.2206(1)(B) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - 13 Months to Toddler and Pre K"

Inspector's note: This standard was tasked over for this investigation and inspection and found to be deficient. It was determined during the investigation that the children in care only go outdoors for play time approximately 10-15 minutes throughout the day.

Corrected Oct 16, 2025, verified by the state Oct 23, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Each walking child through age 4 needs their own cot, bed or mat.

State rule 746.4503(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age"

Inspector's note: This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined during this investigation and inspection that a 2-year-old child in care was able to climb out and almost fall from their crib during naptime.

Corrected Oct 16, 2025, verified by the state Oct 23, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Active-play equipment must have no pinch, crush or shear points.

State rule 746.4601(7) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points"

Inspector's note: The brownish red play structure has not received any repairs and some of the bottom wooden planks are lifting from the structure. Some screws are protruding on the structure and can be an entanglement hazards as well. Provider was advised to rope off the structures until further notice.

Corrected Aug 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 21, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Loose-fill surfacing must be kept at the proper depth.

State rule 746.4907(d) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained"

Inspector's note: No updates have been made to the loose fill in the playground area. The rubber mulch in the playground area was very low at the time of inspection, as grass had grown up in the area.

Corrected Aug 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 21, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk The director must complete 30 hours of annual training.

State rule 746.1311(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required"

Inspector's note: The director did not have documentation to account for the required 30 hours of annual training from the previous full year available for review. The director is currently missing 24 hours from the previous year. May 2024 - May 2025 is the training year. The director has scheduled classes to complete additional trainings.

Corrected Aug 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 21, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk There must be enough caregivers for the number and ages of children in the group (the state's child-to-caregiver ratio).

State rule 746.1601 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children"

Inspector's note: This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. At the time of inspection, the infants class had a total of 6 children and one caregiver present. The two youngest children being 7 months of age and the oldest being 22 months.

Corrected Jul 14, 2025, verified by the state Jul 22, 2025.

Medium-high risk The operation must have regular pest control.

State rule 746.3427 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Pest Extermination"

Inspector's note: This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined during the time of the investigation inspection that the provider had not scheduled a pest control appointment since the last visit.

Corrected Aug 5, 2025, verified by the state Aug 19, 2025.

High risk Caregivers must supervise every child at all times: close enough to step in, and always aware of what each child is doing.

State rule 746.1205(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Supervision ensures each child's safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child's on going activity"

Inspector's note: At the time of arrival for the investigation inspection, I observed a caregiver left in charge of one of the classes run back to their classroom as I appeared at the door. The classroom was left unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.

Corrected Jul 14, 2025, verified by the state Jul 22, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Active-play equipment must have no pinch, crush or shear points.

State rule 746.4601(7) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points"

Inspector's note: The brownish red play structure had openings and exposed nails at the time of the inspection. Some of the large nails in the border of the playground areas were also lifted in the smaller playground area. Some screws are protruding on the structure and can be an entanglement hazards as well.

Corrected Jul 17, 2025, verified by the state Jul 22, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Loose-fill surfacing must be kept at the proper depth.

State rule 746.4907(d) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained"

Inspector's note: No updates have been made to the loose fill in the playground area. The rubber mulch in the playground area was very low at the time of inspection, as grass had grown up in the area.

Corrected Jul 17, 2025, verified by the state Jul 22, 2025.

Medium-high risk A lock-down drill must be held four times a calendar year.

State rule 746.5205(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year"

Inspector's note: As of today the operation has yet to conduct a lock down drill while the children are in care. Latches have been added to some classrooms for safety during the lock downs and caregivers have been instructed on what the drills are for, but a physical drill has not been conducted.

Corrected Jul 17, 2025, verified by the state Jul 22, 2025.

Medium risk The director must complete 30 hours of annual training.

State rule 746.1311(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required"

Inspector's note: The director did not have documentation to account for the required 30 hours of annual training from the previous full year available for review. The director has scheduled classes to complete additional trainings.

Corrected Jul 17, 2025, verified by the state Jul 22, 2025.

Medium-high risk The operation must have regular pest control.

State rule 746.3427 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Pest Extermination"

Inspector's note: This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. A live bug and dead bug were observed in the diaper changing table in the 2's classroom. It was determined that pest control had not been present in the center since the previous year.

Corrected Jul 31, 2025, verified by the state Aug 19, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk A person may not be at the operation until their background check result has come back and allows it.

State rule 745.641 (licensing rules for every operation): "Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation"

Inspector's note: At the time of inspection a caregiver with a pending background check status was present and unsupervised with a group of children.

Corrected Jun 16, 2025, verified by the state Jul 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Active-play equipment must have no pinch, crush or shear points.

State rule 746.4601(7) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points"

Inspector's note: The brownish red play structure had openings and exposed nails at the time of the inspections. Some of the large nails in the border of the playground areas were also lifted at this time.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System

State rule 746.5531 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System"

Inspector's note: The operation did not have a carbon monoxide detector present in the center at the time of inspection.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk The director and each caregiver must have current pediatric CPR training.

State rule 746.1315(b) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR"

Inspector's note: At the time of the inspection, neither of the staff or management had current CPR/First Aid certification on file for review.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Loose-fill surfacing must be kept at the proper depth.

State rule 746.4907(d) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained"

Inspector's note: The rubber mulch in the playground area was very low at the time of inspection, as grass had grown up in the area.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk A lock-down drill must be held four times a calendar year.

State rule 746.5205(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year"

Inspector's note: At the time of inspection it was determined that no lock down drill had ever been conducted with the children in care.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk The director must complete 30 hours of annual training.

State rule 746.1311(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required"

Inspector's note: The director did not have documentation to account for the required 30 hours of annual training from the previous full year available for review.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Each infant's written feeding instructions must be signed and dated by a parent or health-care professional.

State rule 746.2421(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional"

Inspector's note: One infant in care did not have their infant feeding instruction form present and up to date.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Each child's file must hold a health statement.

State rule 746.603(a)(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Children's Records - Health Statement"

Inspector's note: At the time of inspection, four children did not have a health statement on file for review.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Each child's file must hold current immunization records.

State rule 746.603(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Children's Records - Immunizations"

Inspector's note: At the time of inspection, three children did not have their most current immunizations records, according to their current age, on file for review.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Each employee's file must hold the personnel records the state requires (such as signed affidavits, dates of employment and proof of qualifications).

State rule 746.901 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Personnel Records"

Inspector's note: At the time of inspection, some of the staff files were not properly prepared with the required documents and/or were not present to review fully.

Corrected Jun 30, 2025, verified by the state Jul 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The director must operate the center in compliance with the minimum standards.

State rule 746.1003(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance"

Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The director did not ensure staff followed proper procedures and failed to respond appropriately to parent concerns. There was insufficient oversight of caregiver conduct and incident handling, which demonstrated a lack of compliance with the minimum standards.

Corrected Apr 24, 2025, verified by the state May 1, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The operation must report to the state any situation that places children at risk.

State rule 746.305(a)(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Report Situation Placing Children at Risk"

Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The operation failed to notify Licensing within the required 48-hour timeframe after a potential incident involving a child injury.

Corrected Apr 24, 2025, verified by the state May 1, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Parental Notification of Deficiency as described in 746.309 within 5 Days

State rule 746.311(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Parental Notification of Deficiency as described in 746.309 within 5 Days"

Inspector's note: The operation was cited on 11/18/2024 for a safe sleep deficiency. The operation has not notified the parents of the deficiency.

Corrected while the inspector was there. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Crib mattresses must be waterproof and washable.

State rule 746.2409(a)(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Cribs - Waterproof, Washable Mattress"

Inspector's note: This standard was found to be deficient due to the crib mattress having significant tears in the cover, exposing the foam padding underneath which poses potential safety concerns. This was correct as the caregiver was asked to remove the mattress from the crib.

Corrected Nov 29, 2024, verified by the state Dec 6, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk The building, grounds and equipment must be kept in good repair and clean.

State rule 746.3407 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment"

Inspector's note: This standard was found to be deficient due to the presence of a wasp nest on teh playground structure posing a safety hazard.

Corrected Nov 22, 2024, verified by the state Dec 6, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The director must operate the center in compliance with the minimum standards.

State rule 746.1003(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance"

Inspector's note: This standard was found to be deficient. The daily operations of the center did not align with required standards. Disciplinary methods, such as loud verbal reprimands and yelling, were reported as intimidating and inappropriate. Oversight and enforcement of positive guidance practices were inadequate, contributing to a negative environment for the children.

Corrected Dec 5, 2024, verified by the state Dec 6, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The state prohibits certain punishments of children, such as hitting, grabbing, shaming, withholding food or rest, or locking a child in a room.

State rule 746.2805 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual"

Inspector's note: This standard was found to be deficient. Evidence indicates disciplinary practices that exceeded acceptable guidelines, including excessive timeouts and loud verbal reprimands. The evidence confirmed that children were scared due to yelling and angry responses from the director when they did not listen. This created an intimidating environment, which is inconsistent with the minimum standards for positive discipline and guidance.

Corrected Dec 5, 2024, verified by the state Dec 6, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).