Living Word Academy

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued May 8, 2019

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 13833 RICHMOND AVE, HOUSTON, TX 77082 1712
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: May 8, 2019
Operation number: 1671502
Licensed capacity: 98 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	15
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	1
Assessments on record	3
Standards evaluated across those visits	2,867
Citations recorded	51
Record covers	September 22, 2022 – October 23, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	15
Medium High	24
Medium	9
Medium Low	3

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 23, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 25, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.1011(a) - Director present-Minimum 75%Risk level: Medium High

Based on review of the director's hours, it cannot be verified the director is present at least 30 hours a week. Log of the director's hours is not dated and has multiple days where the director is not signed out. According to the caregiver, the director was present today but left. Review of the log shows the director never signed in.

Correction verified by the state on October 23, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 11, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

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

Upon arrival, CCR rang the bell. Children could be heard at the door informing the caregiver someone was at the door. The caregiver could be seen standing near the door but did not open the door. At one point, both children present walked up to the door mistaking CCR for another caregiver. NOTE: CCR stood outside for approximately 7 minutes knocking on the door and ringing the bell multiple times before the caregiver opened the door.

Correction verified by the state on September 25, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 28, 20262 citations recorded2 of 5 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

An individual with a pending background check was observed to be present and given access to children prior to receiving notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit (CBCU)

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

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

Upon arrival, CCR rang the bell. Children could be heard at the door informing the caregiver someone was at the door. CCR stood outside for approximately 10 minutes knocking on the door and ringing the bell multiple times. The caregiver later acknowledged to CCR they were aware but they were waiting for the director to arrive before opening the door.

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

InspectionAugust 13, 20264 citations recorded4 of 5 standards cited at this visit

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

The caregiver in charge of a group of three children 2-3yrs old was observed laying down on th floor on their personal phone while supervising naptime. NOTE: Two of three children were still awake during the inspection.

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

746.3317(8) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored FoodRisk level: Medium High

Half an apple was observed in the refigerator uncovered, cut side down on a fowm bowl. The apple appeared to be browning.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2026.

746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High

Documentation was obtained to verify pest control treatment was completed as obtained 7/13/2026. However, dead pest were observed in the bathroom, hallway, and kitchen area including on the seal of the refrigerator.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2026.

746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During NaptimeRisk level: Medium High

The naping area was not observed to have adequate lighting. The classroom was black with no lighting. No children or staff could be seen until CCR requested lights be turned on.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2026.

InspectionJuly 10, 20264 citations recorded4 of 17 standards cited at this visit

746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High

CCR observed a bucket of mop water in one of the restrooms. NOTE: Water was dumped out and bucket was removed from restroom.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed both dead and living pest in the operations kitchen area including inside the fridge, freezer and on the shelf where food is stored. NOTE: Pest control was last at the operation May 2026

Correction verified by the state on August 13, 2026.

746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accidentRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed three booster seats in the operations van that are marked do not use after 2023. NOTE:Corrected at inspection.The carseats were thrown away and new carseats were purchased at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.4001 - First Aid Kit - Available in Each Building, on Field Trips, during TransportationRisk level: Medium High

A new first aid kit was observed on the operations van, however there were no scissors nor thermometer. NOTE:Corrected at inspections a pair of scissors or thermometer were added to the kit.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionJune 23, 202614 citations recorded14 of 252 standards cited at this visit

746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accidentRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed two booster seats in the operations van that are marked do not use after 2023.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

The operation did not have current CPR training for two caregivers. The only CPR training available to view expired 11/2023.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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 with a provisional background check with conditions stating that they may never be alone with children, was observed to be transporting a child alone during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High

A three year old was observed in the infant room with a 10 month old child. There were 13 children in the building, the difference of the two is 18 months difference in age.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

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

CCR arrived at the operation and observed a caregiver in the hallway, who also allowed us access in the building. As CCR begin the monitoring walk through, the same caregiver was watching a class alone. When CCR asked the caregiver who was watching the children while they opened the door, the caregiver advised CCR that another caregiver was watching the children. CCR was able to confirm with the director that the caregiver who was suppose to be watching the children at that time was not present and did not report to work until 2pm.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4001(2) - First Aid Kit - Kept SanitaryRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed a substance from the first aid kit located in the operations van had leaked out causing other materials in the kit to turn brown.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherRisk level: High

CCR observed the fire extinguisher in the operations van to be empty, the pin had been removed and residue was seen in the passenger side door.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation trainingRisk level: Medium High

Two caregivers that provide transportation, did not have any documented training.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

It was observed in the restrooms that urine and feces were not disposed/sanitized of from the portable toilets.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.601(c) - Provide Access to Children's Records - LicensingRisk level: Medium

The operation didn't have any past or future field trip transportation forms available for CCR to view.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits RequiredRisk level: Medium

CCR only observed one exit gate was in the outdoor play area.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High

The operation did not have current first aid training for two caregivers. The only First Aid training available to view expired 11/2023.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

It was observed that the Health and Sanitation inspection was last completed June 2, 2025.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026.

746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in careRisk level: High

A child was observed being transported in the operations van, upon exiting the caregiver did not use the alarm. When asked to test alarm the caregiver used the key and was not aware of the button behind her on the door.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 8, 20255 citations recorded5 of 1,009 standards cited at this visit

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High

First aid and CPR training was missing for three out of four staff records checked.

Correction verified by the state on July 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets RequirementsRisk level: Medium

Proof of education was missing for one out of four staff files checked.

Correction verified by the state on July 11, 2025.

746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service TrainingRisk level: Medium High

One file checked did not have the acknowledgement that she received the policies, orientation and preservice trraining.

Correction verified by the state on July 11, 2025.

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)Risk level: Medium Low

Notarized affidavit was missing on file for two out of four records checked.

Correction verified by the state on July 11, 2025.

746.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of EmploymentRisk level: Medium Low

Date of hire was missing on file for two out of four staff files checked.

Correction verified by the state on July 11, 2025.

InspectionApril 28, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 17, 20253 citations recorded3 of 57 standards cited at this visit

746.201(4) - Designating DirectorRisk level: Medium High

Licensing has not received any paper work for the new designated director.

Correction verified by the state on April 23, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1013(a) - Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in ChargeRisk level: Medium High

The caregiver in charge came in 30 minutes into the operation.

Correction verified by the state on April 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

One caregiver was in charge of 10 children ages 15 months to four years with the specified age of 15 months. Classroom was out of ratio by five children.

Correction verified by the state on April 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentApril 4, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letterRisk level: High

A person with an ineligible background check was allowed to be present at the operation after notification had been sent.

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

AssessmentMarch 27, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

745.247 - Franchise Tax DelinquentRisk level: High

We have observed that your Franchise tax is delinquent.

Correction verified by the state on April 16, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentJanuary 23, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

All Licensed childcare centers must annually report to CCR the number of employees who left employment the previous year by January 15. The deadline for entering the number of employees who left employment in 2023 is 1/15/2024. If you have not already you must log in to your childcare regulation account and report the number of employee that left your employment in 2023

Correction verified by the state on January 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 29, 20245 citations recorded5 of 272 standards cited at this visit

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

Immunization record was missing on file for one out of four children files checke.

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

HRC42.054 - Required FeesRisk level: High

Our record is showing that background check fees for the amount of $2 has not been paid.

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

746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician InformationRisk level: Medium

Physician information was missing on file for one out of four children records checked.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024.

746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationRisk level: High

Emergency Medical authorization information was missing on one out of four children files checked.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Health statement was missing on two out of four files checked..

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024.

InspectionApril 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 12, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

ReportApril 11, 20245 citations recorded5 of 6 standards cited at this visit

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

Caregiver did not use good judgement when she push a four year old who tried to pick up another child and put in arms way.

Correction verified by the state on April 16, 2024. 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

Caregiver left seven children ages 19 months to five years unsupervised when she came to the door to open the door for licensing.

Correction verified by the state on April 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.201(8) - Liability Insurance MaintainedRisk level: Medium

Current liability insurance was not available during inspection.

Correction verified by the state on April 15, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or DiaperingRisk level: Medium High

On the video obsered caregiver did not wash the hand of a child after diaper change.

Correction verified by the state on April 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a ChildRisk level: Medium High

Caregiver observed in the video did not wash her hands after changing a child's diaper.

Correction verified by the state on April 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 9, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 731 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 22, 20224 citations recorded4 of 499 standards cited at this visit

746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

There was not current CPR training on file for one out of four staff files checked.

Correction verified by the state on September 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Immunization record is missing for one out four children records checked.

Correction verified by the state on September 27, 2022.

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

Health statement was missing on file for one out of four records checked.

Correction verified by the state on September 27, 2022.

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High

There was no current first aid training on file for one out of four staff files checked.

Correction verified by the state on September 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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