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My Little Rascals New Start CDC

Licensed child-care center in Dallas, TX 75212 · Texas operation #1794644

Record summary

13 high-risk · 43 total

13 high-risk citations in the last 24 months (43 citations in all, from 15 inspections and 4 investigations); last inspection Sep 9, 2026.

11 of 43 citations were corrected while the inspector was there.

Counted from the state's records from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026. This is a count, not a grade: bigger centers get more visits, and one visit can produce several citations. How we summarize.

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Details

Address
2907 N Hampton Rd, Dallas, TX 75212
Phone
(214) 879-0046
Ages served
Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, School age
Hours
Mon to Fri, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
71 children
Child care subsidy
Yes, accepts subsidies (such as Workforce Solutions CCS)
Type
Licensed child-care center
Permit
Full Permit since May 31, 2024
Director
Unjele Biggins-Collins
Programs
School Age Care, Before School Care, Accredited, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Drop-In Care, Part Time Care, Transportation to/from School, Field Trips

Texas age groups: infants are under 18 months, toddlers 18 months to 3 years, pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 years (age when the school year starts), school age 5 and older and in kindergarten or above. Openings and tuition are not in the state data: call to ask.

Inspection history, last 24 months

Sep 25, 2026: Investigation of a report

No citations.

Sep 9, 2026: Inspection

No citations.

May 13, 2026: Inspection

No citations.

Jan 12, 2026: Inspection

5 citations.

Medium-high risk Each infant's bottles and cups must be labelled with the child's name.

State rule 746.2419(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups"

Inspector's note: Two bottles in the infant room were not labeled during the inspection. This was corrected at inspection Staff labeled bottles.

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

Medium-high risk Food service and preparation must be safe and sanitary.

State rule 746.3317 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary"

Inspector's note: During an inspection of the daycare kitchen, it was observed that food items were present in the handwashing sink.

Corrected while the inspector was there. 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: A crib mattress was observed in a damaged condition, with exposed internal padding and a visible metal support component. The mattress did not provide a safe, intact sleep surface for children. This was corrected at inspection, and the mattress was exchanged for another.

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

Medium-high risk Garbage must be kept out of children's reach and handled in a sanitary way.

State rule 746.3407(8) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner"

Inspector's note: In the toddler classroom, there were two trash cans containing garbage that was easily accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection the trash was removed.

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

Medium-high risk Diapering supplies must be kept out of children's reach.

State rule 746.3501(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach"

Inspector's note: During the inspection, diaper cream was observed inside a child storage area. It was noted that the diaper cream was accessible to toddlers in the classroom. This was corrected during the inspection, and the item was removed.

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

Nov 10, 2025: Inspection

2 citations.

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: During the inspection, a television cord was observed hanging down the wall within reach of children in the one-year-old classroom. The exposed cord posed a potential strangulation and electrical hazard to children in care. The operation did not ensure that the area was free from hazards accessible to children.

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

Medium-high risk Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)

State rule 746.4813(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)"

Inspector's note: During the inspection, I observed a spring-mounted school bus" climber located less than six feet from the chain-link fence. This was corrected at inspection. The outdoor equipment was moved to meet use zone requirements.

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

Sep 17, 2025: Inspection

No citations.

Aug 27, 2025: Inspection

1 citation.

Medium-high risk Floors, ceilings and walls must be kept in good repair and clean.

State rule 746.3407(9) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean"

Inspector's note: The infant classroom door is missing screws, making it difficult to open and creating a safety hazard.

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

Aug 14, 2025: Inspection

5 citations.

High risk Vehicles used to transport children must carry a list of the children on board.

State rule 746.5617(a)(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children"

Inspector's note: The operation did not have a list of children being transported to and from school.

Corrected Aug 14, 2025, verified by the state Aug 21, 2025. 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: Caregivers who were supervising children alone did not have their current certification.

Corrected Aug 25, 2025, verified by the state Aug 25, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Children must wash their hands before eating.

State rule 746.3417(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Children Handwashing Before Eating"

Inspector's note: Children were observed being fed before washing their hands. This was corrected during the inspection afte addressing the concerns with staff.

Corrected Aug 14, 2025, verified by the state Aug 25, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED- Not in Charge of Group

State rule 746.1109(a)(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED- Not in Charge of Group"

Inspector's note: A caregiver who was not of legal age was responsible for supervising a group of children alone.

Corrected Aug 14, 2025, verified by the state Aug 25, 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: During the inspection, it was observed that a child was sleeping in a chair instead of on a mat or cot.

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

Aug 13, 2025: Investigation of a report

1 citation.

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: During the investigation, it was determined that the permit holder and director were made aware of a situation that placed children at risk and failed to notify child care regulation.

Corrected Sep 9, 2025, verified by the state Sep 15, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Jul 14, 2025: Inspection

No citations.

Jun 26, 2025: Inspection

1 citation.

Medium risk Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Caregiver Skills/Needs of Children

State rule 746.1507(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Caregiver Skills/Needs of Children"

Inspector's note: On 6/26/25 during the inspection it was detemened that Staff did not demonstrate the necessary skills to manage the assigned group, and there was no documented training or evaluation of the caregiver's qualifications at the time of inspection. During a Child Care Investigation (CCI), it was determined that the caregiver responsible for eight 12- to 18-month-old children lacked the necessary training and skills to adequately care for this number of children and manage an additional child who was a known runner.

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

Jun 2, 2025: Inspection

No citations.

May 7, 2025: Investigation of a report

6 citations.

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 there was enough staff present to manage day-to-day responsibilities in the director's absence. The director left a caregiver in charge of the operation who was also responsible for supervising a group of children and preparing meals.

Corrected Jun 19, 2025, verified by the state Jun 26, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

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: During a CCI investigation, it was determined that caregivers did not provide adequate supervision. A child exited the operation and was found by a bystander leaving the child unaccounted for 18 minutes. A total of four children were seen on video unsupervised in two different hallways. Two caregivers were seen on the video and did not intervene to ensure appropriate supervision of the children.

Corrected Jun 19, 2025, verified by the state Jun 26, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers

State rule 746.1203(10) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers"

Inspector's note: During a CCI investigation, interviews with staff revealed that a caregiver failed to inform the incoming caregiver that a child was back in their care.

Corrected Jun 19, 2025, verified by the state Jun 26, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in care

State rule 746.1203(3)(B) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in care"

Inspector's note: A caregiver responsible for supervising a group of children was preparing lunch for the operation.

Corrected Jun 19, 2025, verified by the state Jun 26, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Caregivers must provide care that fits each child's habits, interests, strengths and special needs.

State rule 746.1203(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs"

Inspector's note: Staff did not provide adequate care, considering the known needs of a child with a history of running. Failing to account for this behavior put the child at risk. The child got out of the building and was unaccounted for, for 18 minutes.

Corrected Jun 19, 2025, verified by the state Jun 26, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Caregiver Skills/Needs of Children

State rule 746.1507(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Caregiver Skills/Needs of Children"

Inspector's note: During a Child Care Investigation (CCI), it was determined that the caregiver responsible for eight 12- to 18-month-old children lacked the necessary training and skills to adequately care for this number of children and manage an additional child who was a known runner.

Corrected Jun 19, 2025, verified by the state Jul 14, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

May 5, 2025: Inspection

13 citations.

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 failed to ensure that the childcare operation was fully compliant with Child Care Regulation (CCR) requirements, resulting in multiple areas of noncompliance.

Corrected May 15, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

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: Children were seen walking the hallway without a caregiver.

Corrected May 5, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Infant areas must be free of objects that could cause choking.

State rule 746.2401(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers"

Inspector's note: An infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a Pacifier Clip Holder connected to their clothing. This was corrected at inspection, the clip was removed.

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

High risk Cribs must meet the state's safety requirements.

State rule 746.2409(c) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down"

Inspector's note: Infants were observed inside cribs with the drop gate open. This was corrected during the inspection.

Corrected May 5, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. 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 center fire inspection has expired as of 12/20/24

Corrected May 26, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Smoke Detectors Testing

State rule 746.5319 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Smoke Detectors Testing"

Inspector's note: The smoke detector in the school building is beeping.

Corrected May 5, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

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 permit holder failed to meet several regulatory responsibilities. Issues included failure to report to CCR, inadequate supervision, and poor building conditions. Annual health and fire inspections were not up to date, and safe sleep practices were not followed.

Corrected May 15, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Cribs must have snug-fitting sheets.

State rule 746.2409(a)(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets"

Inspector's note: An infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a loose mattress sheet.

Corrected May 5, 2025, verified by the state May 15, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Each infant's bottles and cups must be labelled with the child's name.

State rule 746.2419(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups"

Inspector's note: Infant bottles were not labeled as required. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Medium-high risk The center must have an annual sanitation (health) inspection.

State rule 746.3401(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Sanitation Inspection"

Inspector's note: The current health inspection has expired as of 4/3/2024.

Corrected May 9, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025.

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: The facility school age building contains visible holes in the walls, a sinking floor, bulging carpet, a cracked ceiling, and a nonfunctional toilet. Additionally, a strong odor is present throughout the building.

Corrected May 19, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications

State rule 746.4911(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications"

Inspector's note: The turf on the playground has not been maintained per the manufacturer's requirements. This poses a tripping hazard.The turf has been reomved.

Corrected May 12, 2025, verified by the state Jun 2, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Fire drills must be held monthly, with everyone out within 3 minutes.

State rule 746.5205(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes"

Inspector's note: The center has not conducted a fire drill for the months of February and April

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

Dec 16, 2024: Inspection

1 citation.

Medium-high risk Floors, ceilings and walls must be kept in good repair and clean.

State rule 746.3407(9) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean"

Inspector's note: During a recent walkthrough of classrooms, it was observed that the walls displayed exposed, chipped sheetrock and noticeable areas of chipped paint.

Corrected Jan 3, 2025, verified by the state Jan 6, 2025.

Dec 9, 2024: Inspection

1 citation.

Medium-high risk Floors, ceilings and walls must be kept in good repair and clean.

State rule 746.3407(9) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean"

Inspector's note: During a recent walkthrough of classrooms, it was observed that the walls displayed exposed, chipped sheetrock and noticeable areas of chipped paint.

Corrected Dec 16, 2024, verified by the state Dec 16, 2024.

Nov 25, 2024: Investigation of a self-report

5 citations.

High risk Employees and caregivers must show competence, good judgment and self-control.

State rule 746.1201(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control"

Inspector's note: A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when they placed a three-year-old child in a highchair meant for 9?to 24-month-olds for over 15 minutes to prevent the child from leaving the room.

Corrected Nov 27, 2024, verified by the state Dec 9, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

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: A caregiver leaving the classroom failed to communicate to the incoming caregiver that they were no longer responsible for supervising the classroom. This lack of notification occurred at the same time as a child's injury. Both the departing caregiver and the incoming caregiver stated they were not responsible for supervision at that time.

Corrected Nov 27, 2024, verified by the state Dec 9, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Caregivers may not use personal phones or other electronic devices in ways that take their attention from the children.

State rule 746.1203(3)(D) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games"

Inspector's note: A caregiver was observed on video using her cell phone while the children were watching television.

Corrected Nov 27, 2024, verified by the state Dec 9, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Screen time must not be used for children under two.

State rule 746.2207(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two"

Inspector's note: Video surveillance footage provided by center showed children under two years old watching the Mickey Mouse Club on television.

Corrected Nov 27, 2024, verified by the state Dec 9, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Screen time must be related to planned activities.

State rule 746.2207(c)(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities"

Inspector's note: Video surveillance footage reviewed showed that children were watching television shows unrelated to the planned activity. Young children were watching Mickey Mouse Club, while older children were viewing YouTube.

Corrected Nov 27, 2024, verified by the state Dec 9, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Nov 25, 2024: Inspection

No citations.

Nov 14, 2024: Inspection

2 citations.

High risk Each vehicle that transports children must be equipped with an electronic child safety alarm.

State rule 746.5625(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle"

Inspector's note: One vehicle use by the center did not have a working electronic safety alarm.

Corrected Nov 27, 2024, verified by the state Dec 2, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Floors, ceilings and walls must be kept in good repair and clean.

State rule 746.3407(9) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean"

Inspector's note: During a recent walkthrough of classrooms, it was observed that the walls displayed exposed, chipped sheetrock and noticeable areas of chipped paint.

Corrected Dec 2, 2024, verified by the state Dec 9, 2024. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

In the year before that (Nov 12, 2023 to Nov 12, 2024): 11 visits and 10 citations. Older history is on the official record.

What the risk levels mean

Texas gives every rule a weight from High to Low, based on the risk to children when it is broken. A citation is one rule found not met at one visit. How to read a Texas inspection report.

Official record

The full record, including older history, is on the state's site: My Little Rascals New Start CDC on Search Texas Child Care. Texas operation #1794644.

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