McKinney Academy

Medium risk The director must complete the additional annual training topics the state requires.

State rule 746.1311(e) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Annual Training - Additional required topics"

Inspector's note: The dirctor did not have the training to cover the training topic: Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction.

Corrected Sep 11, 2026, verified by the state Sep 8, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Drinking water must be available at every snack, mealtime and on request.

State rule 746.3301(f)(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play"

Inspector's note: A group of preschool children were observed engaging in outdoor activities without a supply of water for drinking available. Ensuring children have water is available during outdoor play may reduce the risk of dehydration.

Corrected Aug 18, 2026, verified by the state Sep 4, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Potty-chairs must be sanitized.

State rule 746.3407(5) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Sanitize Potty-Chairs"

Inspector's note: Urine was observed in two potty chairs in the preschool classroom when children were transitioning from the classroom to outdoor activities. The deficiency was corrected during the inspection when the director cleaned and sanitized both potty chairs.

Corrected while the inspector was there. 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(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety - Poisonous Plants Inaccessible to Children"

Inspector's note: Toxic plants were observed accessible to young children in the infant classroom and the preschool classroom. The deficiency was corrected during the inspection when the director moved the toxic plants inaccessible to the young children. When plants are ingested by children it may cause physical irritation and illness.

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

Medium risk Caregivers' annual training must cover the topics the state requires, and be documented.

State rule 746.1309(e) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Documented Annual Training- Required Content"

Inspector's note: Two caregivers did not have training to cover the training topic: Administering medication.

Corrected Aug 25, 2026, verified by the state Sep 4, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk The director must complete the additional annual training topics the state requires.

State rule 746.1311(e) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Annual Training - Additional required topics"

Inspector's note: The dirctor did not have the training to cover the training topic: Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction.

Corrected Sep 1, 2026, verified by the state Sep 4, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Employees and caregivers must report suspected child abuse, neglect or exploitation.

State rule 746.1201(5) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation"

Inspector's note: The standard is evaluated for a standard investigation and was found not compliant. Based on the interview with staff, staff observed a young child with marks on their legs, uncleaned clothing, hands, face, crying, and uncombed hair upon arriving at the operation but failed to contact DFPS to express concerns of the young child may be placed at risk away from the operation.

Corrected Sep 26, 2025, verified by the state Sep 29, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Each child's file must hold an emergency contact.

State rule 746.605(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact"

Inspector's note: Two children files did not have the address of the emergency contact.

Corrected Aug 29, 2025, verified by the state Aug 27, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).