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Texas records · HARRIS County · HOUSTON

Star Kiddos Child Care Center

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued November 10, 2021

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
1855 BARKER CYPRESS RD, HOUSTON, TX 77084 7209
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
November 10, 2021
Operation number
1713284
Licensed capacity
85 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 05:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit
NO
Enforcement recorded by the state:

The record at a glance

Inspections on record26
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record10
Assessments on record1
Standards evaluated across those visits4,987
Citations recorded43
Record coversNovember 30, 2021 – October 29, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High23
Medium High13
Medium7

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 29, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 142 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 28, 20261 citation recorded1 of 42 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The last documented fire drill was completed 9/18/2026.

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

InspectionAugust 31, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 213 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 1, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 190 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 18, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 13, 20262 citations recorded2 of 511 standards cited at this visit
746.4907(b) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or AsphaltRisk level: Medium High
The concrete was visible under the padding for the play equipment.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2026.

746.1013(a)(3) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All RecordsRisk level: Medium
Person in charge did not have access to the records.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2026.

InspectionApril 8, 20262 citations recorded2 of 725 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
1 out of 8 files did not have a health statement.

Correction verified by the state on May 13, 2026.

746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces UsedRisk level: Medium High
In the toddler room a child was being changed on a changing table that was on the floor near the other children.

Correction verified by the state on May 13, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 25, 20262 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safetyRisk level: High
A video was observed of two children fighting and the teacher did not intervene.

Correction verified by the state on April 8, 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
A teacher was observed sitting down while two kids were fighting on the playground and did not intervene.

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

ReportMarch 21, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 23, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit
ReportFebruary 19, 20264 citations recorded4 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
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was left unattended on the van when the caregiver made a stop at their home to use the restroom. On another occasion, the caregiver also left children unattended on the van while the caregiver went in the school to get other children.

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

746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or VaporizersRisk level: High
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation there was enough information to determine that a staff was observed vaping while caring for kids on the playground.

Correction verified by the state on April 8, 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
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver took a child to their home unauthorized.

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

746.1003(4) - Director Responsibilities - Employees SupervisedRisk level: High
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation the director allowed a caregiver to take a child in care away from the center to go and transport other children.

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

InspectionDecember 18, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 20 standards cited at this visit
ReportDecember 15, 20258 citations recorded8 of 8 standards cited at this visit
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High
The operation did not ensure compliance with minimum standards related to the care, supervision, and protection of children. The permit holder did not adequately monitor staff practices or take timely action to correct know concerns resulting in children being placed at risk.

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

746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal PunishmentRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, there was evidence that a child was dragged from the classroom to the office as a form of punishment.

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

746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - OrientationRisk level: Medium High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that caregivers were not trained in discipline and guidance practices during orientation before having unsupervised access to children in care.

Correction verified by the state on February 23, 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 a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left children in the classroom unsupervised when the caregiver went to the front office with another child.

Correction verified by the state on February 23, 2026. 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
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver physically abused a child in care. During the investigation, it was determined that another caregiver physically neglected a child in care.

Correction verified by the state on February 25, 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
Evidence during a DFPS investigation determined that a caregiver did not exercise good judgment when the caregiver observed a child in care being physically abused and did not intervene.

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

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director was aware staff were using inappropriate discipline practices with children and did not take appropriate action to address or stop the behavior or ensure compliance with minimum standards. The director also did not ensure staff received proper training related to discipline and guidance, and accepted training certificates not signed or verified by staff. Additionally, the director allowed children to be brought to the front office for the purpose of discipline and redirection, which is not an appropriate method of behavior guidance.

Correction verified by the state on February 23, 2026. 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 that the operation did not report to Child Care Regulation that children were being inappropriately disciplined.

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

InspectionNovember 12, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportOctober 8, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal PunishmentRisk level: High
Based on information provided during the investigation inspection and interviews, there was enough information to support the allegation of prohibited punishment.

Correction verified by the state on November 12, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 2, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 625 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 25, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
AssessmentJuly 21, 20252 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches,

Correction verified by the state on August 25, 2025.

746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or LessRisk level: Medium High
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required.

Correction verified by the state on August 25, 2025.

InspectionJune 16, 20252 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches,

Correction verified by the state on July 21, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or LessRisk level: Medium High
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required.

Correction verified by the state on July 21, 2025.

ReportJune 3, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 4, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportOctober 23, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 10, 20242 citations recorded2 of 878 standards cited at this visit
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
2 out of 3 infants did not have their feeding instructions signed or dated by the parent.

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2405(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized ChairRisk level: Medium High
In the infant room, there is no chair or rocking chair available in the area.

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 20, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportAugust 19, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportAugust 13, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 16, 20231 citation recorded1 of 390 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire MarshalRisk level: Medium High
There was no current fire inspection available for viewing. The last fire marshal inspection was on 6/16/2022.

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

InspectionJune 15, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportMay 24, 20234 citations recorded4 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at RiskRisk level: High
Operation did not notify parents of child being left on the school bus.

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

746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicleRisk level: High
Walkthrough was not made throughout the vehicle, to ensure all children were drop off at school.

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

746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in careRisk level: High
The Safety Alarm on bus was turned off.

Correction verified by the state on June 15, 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 bus driver did not ensure and verify all children were accounted for when dropping off the children at school and as result a child was left on the bus.

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

InspectionNovember 14, 20221 citation recorded1 of 558 standards cited at this visit
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable SubstitutionsRisk level: Medium
The food menu differed from the one posted at the operation. Note: The director corrected it at inspection time.

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

InspectionMay 9, 20223 citations recorded3 of 629 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Ten children files were review. Nine of the ten children files do not have a statement of the child health from a medical professional.

Correction verified by the state on May 27, 2022.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High
The operation does not have a current annual sanitation inspection since 04/01/2020.

Correction verified by the state on June 22, 2022.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The operation does not have a current annual fire inspection since 10/21/2020.

Correction verified by the state on June 22, 2022.

InspectionDecember 27, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 20, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 10, 20213 citations recorded3 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High
A child was seen running out of the classroom by himself to the director office.

Correction verified by the state on December 20, 2021.

746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activitiesRisk level: Medium High
One operational staff was observed texting a family member during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on December 20, 2021.

746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned ActivitiesRisk level: Medium
One child was observe playing a video game name Fornite on their hand-held device.

Correction verified by the state on December 20, 2021.

InspectionDecember 2, 2021No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 30, 20215 citations recorded5 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting BehaviorRisk level: Medium High
An operational staff can be seen mimicking a child behavior during an argument.

Correction verified by the state on December 27, 2021.

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
An operational staff is seen grabbing a child wrist during an argument.

Correction verified by the state on December 27, 2021.

746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training requiredRisk level: Medium
The operational staff do not have the required annual training clock hours for guidance and discipline.

Correction verified by the state on December 30, 2021.

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High
A child can be seen leaving the classroom without proper adult supervision.

Correction verified by the state on December 27, 2021.

746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a rewardRisk level: Medium High
During the interview an operational staff stated that she use food as a bargain chip in order to get the children to compiling the center.

Correction verified by the state on December 27, 2021.

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.