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Bethany Christian Academy

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued November 8, 2018

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
7304 HOMESTEAD RD, HOUSTON, TX 77028 3027
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
November 8, 2018
Operation number
1676661
Licensed capacity
100 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record32
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record8
Assessments on record2
Standards evaluated across those visits5,803
Citations recorded59
Record coversJanuary 5, 2022 – October 14, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High23
Medium High15
Medium20
Medium Low1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 14, 20261 citation recorded1 of 589 standards cited at this visit
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
The carbon monoxide detector was last tested in April 2026. Note: this was corrected at inspection when staff tested the detector.

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

AssessmentMarch 27, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire MarshalRisk level: Medium High
The last Fire Marshal inspection was completed on 10/24/2024 and expired on 10/17/25. 6 previous extensions have been completed for this deficiency that was originally cited on 11/5/25.

Correction verified by the state on May 8, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 10, 20261 citation recorded1 of 96 standards cited at this visit
746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing MaterialsRisk level: Medium
The operation needs documentation for the unitary surfacing used on the playground and make available to both parents and CCR upon request.

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2026.

InspectionNovember 5, 20253 citations recorded3 of 677 standards cited at this visit
746.5205(4) - Documentation of DrillsRisk level: Medium
The director failed to document fire drills for the months of July, August and September 2025.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2025.

746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire MarshalRisk level: Medium High
The last Fire Marshal inspection was completed on 10/24/2024 and expired on 10/17/25.

Correction verified by the state on March 27, 2026.

746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of AdmissionRisk level: Medium
1 out of 10 children's files is missing the health statement.

Correction verified by the state on November 6, 2025.

InspectionMay 20, 20252 citations recorded2 of 351 standards cited at this visit
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationRisk level: Medium
The CPSC recall list was last certified in February 2024. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the director re-certified.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned ActivitiesRisk level: Medium
A child had a cell phone watching a movie in the classroom. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the caregiver had the child hand in the phone.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionJanuary 27, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 10, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 195 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 19, 20241 citation recorded1 of 104 standards cited at this visit
745.8641 - Requirements during probationRisk level: High
Condition four was not being followed when the director allowed a caregiver to conducted the transportation checklist. Corrected: When director and I talked about the condition four and her doing the checklist.

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

InspectionOctober 15, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 206 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 71 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 28, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 119 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 17, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 230 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 25, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 72 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 21, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 178 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 16, 20246 citations recorded6 of 185 standards cited at this visit
746.901(6)(A) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policiesRisk level: Medium
One caregiver did not have information that they received the center policies.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect trainingRisk level: Medium
Two caregivers did not have the required information for receiving orientation. The orientation form was not signed by an director or someone at the operation that gave the orientation.

Correction verified by the state on April 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High
Two caregivers had online CPR training and it was not done in person with a manikin.

Correction verified by the state on April 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitRisk level: Medium Low
One caregiver did not have an affidavit that was notarized.

Correction verified by the state on April 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.8641 - Requirements during probationRisk level: High
One caregiver did not have documentation that they received the center policies or the updated policy for condition two. The caregiver was hired 6-13-2019.

Correction verified by the state on April 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets RequirementsRisk level: Medium
One caregiver did not have information on how they meet education qualifications.

Correction verified by the state on April 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 27, 20242 citations recorded2 of 87 standards cited at this visit
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherRisk level: High
The fire extinguisher on the van was empty and needs to be serviced and needs to be approved by the local or state fire marshal.

Correction verified by the state on March 28, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.8641 - Requirements during probationRisk level: High
The operation didi not ensure that the fire extinguisher on the van had been serviced.

Correction verified by the state on March 28, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 27, 20246 citations recorded6 of 275 standards cited at this visit
746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 MonthsRisk level: Medium High
Two caregiver hired 7/27/23 and 2/2/24 caring for children 24 months and younger did not have preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, early childhood brain development and SIDS.

Correction verified by the state on March 12, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationRisk level: Medium
The operation last updated the Children's Products on 1/1/2023.

Correction verified by the state on March 11, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or InvestigationRisk level: Medium
The operation did not have the most updated inspection report posted, the last inspection form posted was from 7/14/2023.

Correction verified by the state on February 27, 2024.

746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect trainingRisk level: Medium
Two caregiver did not have any documentation that they attended orientation.

Correction verified by the state on March 12, 2024.

745.8641 - Requirements during probationRisk level: High
Two caregivers did not have an observation completed for the month of January.

Correction verified by the state on March 12, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(6)(A) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policiesRisk level: Medium
Three caregiver did not have information that they received the center policies.

Correction verified by the state on March 11, 2024.

ReportJanuary 31, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 25, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 68 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 20, 20235 citations recorded5 of 454 standards cited at this visit
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesRisk level: Medium
The school age children were watching a movie while eating snack.

Correction verified by the state on January 25, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and agesRisk level: Medium High
The school age caregiver was not aware of the children's ages, one of the caregivers in the toddler classroom was unaware of the children's ages. The caregivers did not have information showing children's ages.

Correction verified by the state on January 25, 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
A three year old child walked out of the classroom and walked to the classroom next door without the caregivers knowing.

Correction verified by the state on January 25, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
It was not good judgment of the caregivers when they allowed children to run around the classroom and allow children to walk around and eat popcorn.

Correction verified by the state on January 25, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High
The director is not ensuring that the caregivers in the building are following minimum standards.

Correction verified by the state on January 25, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 15, 20231 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.4203 - Space Requirements - Under 18 Months of Age Separate from Older ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
They was a mixed age group of children in the lunch room in the morning, the ages of the children were 6 months to 3 years old. The youngest child from the oldest child was a 18 months difference. Corrected: When the infants went to their classroom and the rest of the children went to their classroom

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

InspectionNovember 9, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 2, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 7 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 3, 20233 citations recorded3 of 265 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Three children are missing a health statement from their doctor.

Correction verified by the state on October 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium
One child is missing their immunization records.

Correction verified by the state on October 6, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
In one classroom their was 14 children with two caregivers. The youngest child was 10 months old and the oldest child was 3 years old. The oldest child was 18 months older then the youngest child. Corrected: When the two groups slip and the older children went to their classroom.

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

ReportSeptember 19, 20234 citations recorded4 of 9 standards cited at this visit
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or UnusualRisk level: High
A caregiver inappropriately disciplined two children in care by use of harsh language, aggressively grabbing and pulling and by striking a child with an instrument.

Correction verified by the state on November 2, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High
During the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver with access to children in care did not have a current eligible background check.

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

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
It was determined through the DFPS investigation that caregivers present in the classroom did not intervene or report inappropriate discipline by another caregiver.

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

746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or ExploitedRisk level: High
Based on the evidence obtained during the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation of abuse.

Correction verified by the state on November 15, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionAugust 31, 20232 citations recorded2 of 255 standards cited at this visit
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesRisk level: Medium
During opening time, children are eating breakfast in the cafeteria and the tv is on showing age-appropriate programming. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the caregiver turned off the tv.

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

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
2 out of 6 infants on bottle only need written feeding instructions signed and dated by the parent.

Correction verified by the state on September 11, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 29, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 8, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
AssessmentJuly 26, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.1013(a)(3) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All RecordsRisk level: Medium
During the investigation inspection, the person left in charge did have not access to all requested documentation.

Correction verified by the state on August 8, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 14, 20232 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructionsRisk level: High
Doing the follow up the child safety alarm was still observed not to be on when the van is turned on.

Correction verified by the state on August 8, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5625(d)(1) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee verify all children accounted forRisk level: High
The child safety alarm remains in need of repair in order to provide automatic activation when the van ignition is turned on.

Correction verified by the state on August 8, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJuly 13, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605Risk level: High
It was observed in the lunch room there was a caregiver caring for children, and her background showed pending. Note: Caregiver background is pending, Caregiver left the premises immediately.

Correction verified by the state on July 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJune 27, 20237 citations recorded7 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.5625(d)(1) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee verify all children accounted forRisk level: High
A six-year-old child was left sleeping in the center van when a caregiver failed to thoroughly conduct a visual check of the vehicle.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - TransportationRisk level: Medium
Operational policies did not include transportation procedures at the time of the incident.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 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
A six-year-old child was left unsupervised in a center vehicle for over an hour.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of ChildrenRisk level: High
A list of children transported by the operation during transportation services was not completed. The operation maintained attendance for children transported by the operation utilizing an electronic attendance system located at the center.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2023. 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
The child safety alarm requires activation by person and is not automated based on ignition.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or ExploitedRisk level: High
Based on the evidence obtained during the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation of neglectful supervision. A child was left on the daycare van alone for over one hour.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High
The operation failed to timely notify Child Care Regulation of a situation in which a child was placed at risk.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 25, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 9, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportMarch 6, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All TimesRisk level: Medium
Parents have been prevented from visiting their children inside the operation and/or go inside. The center has a COVID policy that says they cannot come in.

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

ReportFebruary 27, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 16, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportFebruary 8, 2023Self-reported by the operation1 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or InstrumentRisk level: High
A child was popped on the hand by a caregiver as a form of discipline.

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 29, 20225 citations recorded5 of 501 standards cited at this visit
746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children SupervisedRisk level: High
When the director came to answer the front door it was observed a caregiver sitting in the middle door way of two different classrooms observing children napping.

Correction verified by the state on January 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down proceduresRisk level: Medium High
The operation did not stated in their emergency preparedness plan how they would evacuation or relocation children 24 months and younger or any children with limited mobility. The operation did not state in their emergency preparedness address of a alternate shelter away from the center.

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

746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During NaptimeRisk level: Medium High
In the toddler and infant classroom the lights were off during naptime and you were unable to see the children when walking into the classroom. Corrected: In the toddler classroom the caregiver turned on some lights to see the children while napping.

Correction verified by the state on January 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.Risk level: Medium High
The operation did not maintain loose-fill surfacing materials they do not have a least nine inches for the play area that is greater than five feet or less.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High
Two children did not have an address for their emergency contact.

Correction verified by the state on December 30, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 5, 20223 citations recorded3 of 766 standards cited at this visit
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High
One out of four children records reviewed is missing emergency contact information.

Correction verified by the state on January 6, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High
One caregiver has an expired CPR card. Expired on 10.4.2021.

Correction verified by the state on January 11, 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
One caregiver has an expired First Aid card. Expired on 10.4.2021.

Correction verified by the state on January 11, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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.