Texas records · BELL County · HARKER HEIGHTS

Caring Hand Learning Center

Licensed Center in HARKER HEIGHTS, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued April 17, 2017

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 260 COMMERCIAL DR, HARKER HEIGHTS, TX 76548 2398
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: April 17, 2017
Operation number: 1637846
Licensed capacity: 265 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 05:30 AM-05:30 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	29
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	19
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	4,858
Citations recorded	40
Findings still pending	1
Record covers	November 16, 2021 – October 27, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	19
Medium High	11
Medium	9
Medium Low	1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 27, 2026Finding still pending in the state’s records0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 13, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportOctober 10, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

During the investigation inspection, a caregiver was observed out of ratio. They had 6 kids with a specified age group of 12-17 months which only allows them to have 5 children. This was corrected when another caregiver stepped into the room.

Correction verified by the state on October 27, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportOctober 8, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 8, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 11, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 28, 20261 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

During the follow up inspection, there were 2 caregivers with 37 children on the playground, exceeding maxium group size.

Correction verified by the state on September 11, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 18, 20264 citations recorded4 of 7 standards cited at this visit

745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictionsRisk level: High

A caregiver was observed to be in a classroom by them self, not following the conditions placed on their background check. This was corrected when the caregiver was put in a room with another eligible caregiver.

Correction verified by the state on September 11, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High

One caregiver did not know how many children they had in their classroom.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

One caregiver stepped out of the classroom, leaving the classroom out of ratio.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High

Three caregivers were observed walking out of their classroom, leaving their group of children unsupervised.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportAugust 14, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 10, 20267 citations recorded7 of 684 standards cited at this visit

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium

Two children were missing health statements from a healthcare professional.

746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High

During an inspection, 4 caregivers did not know how many children they were responsible for.

Correction verified by the state on August 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High

During an inspection, it was observed a caregiver left a classroom, leaving the children unattended, to grab something from another room.

Correction verified by the state on August 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2424 - Infants sleep in Designated Crib, Cot, Bed, or MatRisk level: High

During a monitoring inspection, a 6-month-old infant was observed to be asleep on the floor. This was corrected when the caregiver picked the infant up and put them in their crib.

Correction verified by the state on August 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium

After reviewing staff files, 6 staff were missing the 2985 affidavit, 4 were missing copy of photo identification, 5 were missing education verification, and 3 were missing a signed statement of overview for operation policies and personnel policies.

746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possibleRisk level: High

During a monitoring inspection, a 6-month-old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the child from the device and place them in their crib.

Correction verified by the state on August 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time outRisk level: High

During an inspection, a child was observed placed in a stroller, strapped in, as a way of guidance so they would not run off. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the child from the stroller.

Correction verified by the state on August 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportAugust 6, 20263 citations recorded3 of 9 standards cited at this visit

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

During an investigation, there was evidence to suggest a caregiver was present at the operation before receiving an eligible background check.

Correction verified by the state on September 11, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

During an investigation inspection, two classrooms were observed to be out of ratio. This was corrected when another went into each room.

Correction verified by the state on August 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.307(e) - Parental Notification of InfestationRisk level: Medium Low

During an investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show there was not a written notice to parents when there was a lice outbreak.

Correction verified by the state on September 4, 2026.

InspectionOctober 30, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 223 standards cited at this visit

ReportOctober 29, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportOctober 17, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 17, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 22, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1,074 standards cited at this visit

746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear PointsRisk level: High

During the walkthrough, I observed that one slide was broken in the middle, and there were rocks inside.

Correction verified by the state on September 17, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJuly 1, 20253 citations recorded3 of 5 standards cited at this visit

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High

During a DFPS investigation a child in care was observed to have been left alone on the playground for about 10 minutes.

Correction verified by the state on August 22, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High

During a DFPS investigation, it was determined operation staff did not notify CCR about a child left alone on the playground.

Correction verified by the state on August 22, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High

During a DFPS investigation operation staff were found to provide a parent of a child in care inaccurate information regarding an incident that occurred with their child.

Correction verified by the state on August 22, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportFebruary 19, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 7, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 217 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 13, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportDecember 12, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionNovember 26, 20242 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained SafelyRisk level: Medium High

Three vehicles used for transportation was observed and does not have current registration stickers.

Correction verified by the state on December 4, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium

1 staff did not have the required affidavit, background verification, CPR and First Aid, high school diploma. for review. A second staff did not have annual trainings.

Correction verified by the state on November 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 14, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionNovember 7, 20247 citations recorded7 of 1,061 standards cited at this visit

746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained SafelyRisk level: Medium High

The vehicles used for transportation did not have the required registration.

Correction verified by the state on December 6, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium

1 staff did not have the required affidavit, background verification, CPR and First Aid, high school diploma. for review. A second staff did not have annual trainings.

Correction verified by the state on December 2, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - BasisRisk level: Medium

A caregiver was observed in the classroom with 6 children bringing the classroom out of ratio by 1. This was corrected when the caregiver returned to the room.

Correction verified by the state on November 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.401(1) - Posting Requirements - LicenseRisk level: Medium

The parent board was missing the written activity plans for each age group, a list of the current employees, the emergency evacuation plan, and the most recent licensing inspection.

Correction verified by the state on November 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video gamesRisk level: Medium High

Two caregivers were observed on personal cell phones while caring for children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver put the device away.

Correction verified by the state on November 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

There must not be any peeling paint or separation of border which can cause a hazard.

Correction verified by the state on December 13, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safetyRisk level: High

A caregiver was observed allowing a child to go to the bathroom unsupervised. The caregiver then left the classroom leaving the children unsupervised.

Correction verified by the state on November 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 288 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 20, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

ReportJune 15, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 7 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 26, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMay 17, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 17 standards cited at this visit

ReportMay 9, 20232 citations recorded2 of 6 standards cited at this visit

746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High

An incident placing a child at risk was not reported to Child Care Regulation as required.

Correction verified by the state on June 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High

It was found that one child gained access to the operation's outdoor playground by a propped open door. The child was found to be left unsupervised for about 2-3 minutes.

Correction verified by the state on June 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 22, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

ReportFebruary 21, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportFebruary 11, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 3, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 20, 20231 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible ForRisk level: High

One caregiver stated that they were responsible for 7 children. There were 6 children observed in the classroom.

Correction verified by the state on February 3, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJanuary 17, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionNovember 15, 20221 citation recorded1 of 923 standards cited at this visit

746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or RepairedRisk level: Medium High

One plastic playground structure was observed to be in disrepair and cracks were covered with tape. The director stated that the equipment would be removed and children would not use the equipment.

Correction verified by the state on November 21, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportNovember 10, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 20, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 10, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High

It was found that one caregiver did not have current transportation training and is frequently transporting children in the operation van.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJune 9, 20222 citations recorded2 of 5 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High

It was found during this investigation, that one child was left outside on the playground unsupervised.

Correction verified by the state on July 20, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationRisk level: Medium

It was found during the investigation that one child was present at the operation without enrollment information.

Correction verified by the state on July 20, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJune 8, 20221 citation recorded1 of 6 standards cited at this visit

746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records- Current Driver's LicenseRisk level: Medium

One caregiver, responsible for transporting children, was unable to provide a current driver's license and there was not one on file. The caregiver will not transport children until a valid driver's license is obtained.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 6, 2022No citation recorded at this visit

ReportApril 25, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 9, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 1, 20211 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.1613(b) - Naptime Child/Caregiver RatioRisk level: Medium High

During the follow-up inspection it was observed that there were 37 children in a combined nap room with an average age of 3 years old. Nap ratio was over by 7 children.

Correction verified by the state on December 8, 2021.

InspectionNovember 16, 20212 citations recorded2 of 263 standards cited at this visit

746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards metRisk level: Medium

During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the operation was reducing number of caregivers during naptime for children that were under 18 months old. There was a combined nap room with children ranging from 13 months to 2 years old in a 1 caregiver to 16 children ratio.

Correction verified by the state on December 1, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructionsRisk level: High

During the monitoring inspection it was found that the vans used to transport were not equipped with working electronic child safety alarms.

Correction verified by the state on December 1, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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