Exploring Minds Learning Center

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued November 22, 2017

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 5211 BARKER CYPRESS RD STE 124, HOUSTON, TX 77084 6915
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: November 22, 2017
Operation number: 1648147
Licensed capacity: 84 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	6
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	0
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,127
Citations recorded	13
Record covers	August 10, 2022 – July 16, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	1
Medium High	3
Medium	9

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 16, 20261 citation recorded1 of 671 standards cited at this visit

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

4 out 8 children did not have physician statement on file.

Correction verified by the state on August 19, 2026.

InspectionJuly 16, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 535 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 17, 20241 citation recorded1 of 711 standards cited at this visit

746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of CompletionRisk level: Medium High

1 out of 7 files reviewed did not have a high school diploma on file.

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

InspectionJuly 20, 20232 citations recorded2 of 586 standards cited at this visit

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium

Infant in care did not have current feeding instructions.

Correction verified by the state on July 21, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium High

A child in care with a noted food allergy did not have a food allergy emergency plan on file at the operation.

Correction verified by the state on July 25, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 29, 20221 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium

One child's records did not have the updated immunization record on file.

Correction verified by the state on August 30, 2022.

InspectionAugust 10, 20228 citations recorded8 of 621 standards cited at this visit

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium

The documented annual training hours/certificates provided for review did not include training on the following required topics in Health and Safety. 1. emergency preparedness 2. communicable diseases to include immunizations 3. administering medication 4. preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction 5. building and physical premises safety and 6. handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

Correction verified by the state on August 17, 2022.

746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age ChildRisk level: Medium

One child's record did not have the school information on file.

Correction verified by the state on August 17, 2022.

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

There was one caregiver wtih 10 children in the infant room. The specified age group (SAG) was 16 months. The ages ranged from 6-18 months.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium

Two children's records did not have the updated immunization record on file.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding InstructionsRisk level: Medium

The written infant feeding instructions had not been updated since April 2022.

Correction verified by the state on August 17, 2022.

746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicleRisk level: High

The 2 vans used for transportation did not have the electronic child safety alarms installed.

Correction verified by the state on August 12, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topicsRisk level: Medium

The documented annual training hours/certificates provided for review did not include training on the following required topics in Health and Safety. 1. emergency preparedness 2. communicable diseases to include immunizations 4. preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction 5. building and physical premises safety and 6. handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

Correction verified by the state on August 22, 2022.

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

The reduction of child/caregiver ratio for naptime were not met. There were 34 children napping in 2 separate areas with one caregiver, the director. The number of children napping may require 3-4 caregivers. The director was also the one to answer the front door.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2022.

This page presents the state’s record for this operation as of November 5, 2026; it is a dated presentation, not a live register. If something here does not match the operation’s current state record, file a correction report.