Texas records · HARRIS County · HOUSTON

Children's Center of Excellence and Daycare

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued July 29, 2021

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
12609 S GESSNER RD, HOUSTON, TX 77071 2803
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
July 29, 2021
Operation number
1716285
Licensed capacity
81 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit
YES

The record at a glance

Inspections on record36
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record10
Assessments on record2
Standards evaluated across those visits5,330
Citations recorded76
Record coversJanuary 27, 2022 – February 26, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High28
Medium High31
Medium14
Medium Low2
Low1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionFebruary 26, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 729 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 19, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 12, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
ReportSeptember 17, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 28, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 464 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 3, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 20, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 27, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 79 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 31, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 88 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 20, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 221 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 31, 20241 citation recorded1 of 147 standards cited at this visit
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in CribRisk level: Medium High
A 7 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with two additional mattresses under the original mattress.

Correction verified by the state on June 20, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 30, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 177 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 27, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 210 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 27, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 141 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 31, 20241 citation recorded1 of 119 standards cited at this visit
745.8641 - Requirements during probationRisk level: High
Probation condition #6 was not fully satisfied due to the following information not being available for review for all staff including the director. A training information sheet which lists each of the following: -name and role (director, caregiver, cook, driver) -original hire date -current training timeframe -date CPR/FA training completed -date orientation training completed -date pre-service training completed (or exemption) -number of training hours remaining to satisfy the current year?s requirements -specific topics remaining to satisfy the current year?s requirements (per 746.1309, 746.1311)

Correction verified by the state on February 27, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 21, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 18, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 69 standards cited at this visit
ReportDecember 18, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportDecember 18, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 17, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 10, 20232 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, children are made to put their heads down on the table for a period of 5-10 minutes. If anyone is heard talking, the time will restart, or additional minutes will be added for all children. Children who are not misbehaving or those who arrive to the operation after timeout has begun are also required to put their heads down until the time has ended.

Correction verified by the state on January 31, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, YellingRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information to support the allegation regarding staff yelling at children. Based on the information obtained, staff yell at children to sit down, be quiet or stop talking.

Correction verified by the state on January 31, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 31, 20233 citations recorded3 of 173 standards cited at this visit
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service TrainingRisk level: Medium High
Records were reviewed for 10 staff. 2 caregiver with less than 2 years of child care experience hired June and July 2023, did not have the required 24 hours of training within 90 days of employment. 1 caregiver with no previous experience had documentation of training. NOTE: Caregivers hired June and July of 2023 had 8 hours of pre-service training documented.

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

746.1109(b)(2) - Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption Attends High School - Supervised By Qualified CaregiverRisk level: Medium High
A 17 yr old caregiver who currently attends high school was observed to be left unsupervised with a group of children multiple times. The supervising caregiver was observed to be going back and forth between the kitchen and classroom.

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

746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training RecordsRisk level: Medium
Records for 10 staff including the director was reviewed. All records were observed to be missing the following: Date of hire Documentation whether pre-service training be required. Documentation all required orientation topics have been received.

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

InspectionAugust 30, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 25, 20232 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
Children were observed sitting in high chairs and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The provider secured the straps for each child during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
A caregiver placed a child in a high chair for misbehaving during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 4, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionJuly 27, 20235 citations recorded5 of 194 standards cited at this visit
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
Documentation showing the carbon monoxide detectors are being tested monthly was not available for review upon request.

Correction verified by the state on August 1, 2023.

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High
Documentation showing the smoke detectors have been tested monthly was not available for review upon request.

Correction verified by the state on August 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium
1 out of 4 chidlren's files evaluated did not contain documentation of current immunizations. The record provided was missing 1 dose of MMR and 1 dose of VAR.

Correction verified by the state on August 2, 2023.

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
Children were observed sitting in chairs equipped with safety straps and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The provider secured the straps for each child during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.3809 - Medication No Longer UsedRisk level: Medium
During the inspection expired boxes of Benadryl and Neosporin ointment was observed and has not been disposed of. Note: The provider disposed the medication during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionMay 16, 20235 citations recorded5 of 231 standards cited at this visit
746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
7 out of 8 staff files evaluated did not contain a complete personnel record. The following information was missing: 4 were missing the Licensing affidavits were not notarized 2 were missing the Proof of education was missing 3 were missing Signatures that the staff have completed orientation to the center

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium
Children's files evaluated did not contain a complete record. The following information was missing or incomplete: - Two were missing the address, and phone # of the emergency medical facility - Three were missing the special needs statements - Two were missing the parents signature for receiving a copy of the operational policies

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2023.

746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High
1 out of 8 employee files evaluated did not contain current CPR/First Aid training. The certifiate provided had expired on May 4th, 2023.

Correction verified by the state on May 23, 2023.

746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High
The operational policies were evaluated and did not contain the following information: - A Safe Sleeping Policy for Infants Under 12 months - The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play - The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor - The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation - Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place - The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play and - A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel recordRisk level: Medium Low
Documentation showing training in the following topics were not available for review during the inspection: - Recognizing and Reporting Suspected Abuse and Neglect of Children - Transportation Safety Training

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2023.

ReportMay 10, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportMay 3, 20231 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable IllnessRisk level: Medium High
The operation did not report an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth to childcare regulation.

Correction verified by the state on July 3, 2023.

InspectionApril 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 30, 20232 citations recorded2 of 8 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 with a conditonal background check stating they must never be left alone with child was left alone with 6 infant 4-15mo

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

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was observed leaving a classroom multiple times during the inspection. The caregiver left another caregiver alone to supervise a total of 14 children 20m-2yrs old. Based on the specified age group (SAG) of the classroom was 2yrs. The caregiver was over ratio by 3 Upon arrival 3 caregiver were observed in the infant room, two caregiver then left the room. One infant caregiver was observed with 6 infants 4-15 mo. The SAG for the group was 0-11mo. The caregiver was over ratio by 2 for approx. 5-10 munites before the caregiver returned.

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

InspectionMarch 16, 20236 citations recorded6 of 385 standards cited at this visit
746.4001(3) - First Aid Kit - Easily Accessible to EmployeesRisk level: Medium High
The first aid kit was observed to be located in the truck of the vehicle used for transportation and was not readily accessible by the driver.

Correction verified by the state on March 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherRisk level: High
The fire extinguisher was observed to be located in the trunk of the vehicle used for transportation and was not readily accessible by the driver.

Correction verified by the state on March 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible forRisk level: High
2 caregivers in the infant room were not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked, both caregivers stated there were 5 children in care. When asked again, they again stated there were 5. The caregivers were informed CCR counted 6 children. One careigver then stated they forgot a child was just brought into the classroom

Correction verified by the state on March 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical InformationRisk level: High
The vehicle used for transportation did not have emergency medical authorization for any of the children being transported.

Correction verified by the state on March 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
One child not yet on table food did not have updated feeding instructions. Instructions were last reviewed and signed by the parent 2/1/23

Correction verified by the state on March 30, 2023.

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High
The operation does not keep a sign-in/out log for children being transported.

Correction verified by the state on March 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 24, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 171 standards cited at this visit
ReportDecember 14, 20222 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or HospitalizationRisk level: Medium High
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, the operation failed to report a child injury that required medical treatment.

Correction verified by the state on January 24, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, the operation failed to ensure the areas were free of all safety hazards. A bottle warmer was stored in a manner that did not ensure the cord was out of reach of the children, resulting in a child injury.

Correction verified by the state on January 24, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 1, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 15, 20222 citations recorded2 of 367 standards cited at this visit
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible ForRisk level: High
2 caregivers were not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked, both caregivers were asked multiple times how many children were in their care, and both stated there were 15. 16 children were counted in care.

Correction verified by the state on December 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
14 children were observed sitting in bucket seat style tables and the straps were not observed to be in use. Two of the seats did not have straps.

Correction verified by the state on December 1, 2022.

InspectionJuly 19, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 14, 20227 citations recorded7 of 675 standards cited at this visit
746.3807(3) - Storage of Medication - Refrigerate Separate from FoodRisk level: Medium High
Refrigerated medication was observed to be stored next to food.

Correction verified by the state on July 19, 2022.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
Two infants not yet on table food did not have updated feeding instructions. Feeding instructions for one child was last completed 5/2022. Feeding instructions for another child was not dated, caregivers were not aware of when the instructions were written.

Correction verified by the state on July 21, 2022.

746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - AffidavitRisk level: Low
Records were reviewed for 6 staff including the director. 5 staff did not have a notarized affidavit on file

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2022.

746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of CompletionRisk level: Medium High
One caregiver did not have documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent on file.

Correction verified by the state on August 12, 2022.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
During the walkthrough, in the infant, toddler, and school age rooms, staff purses were observed to be in reach of children NOTE: Corrected at inspection, all purses were moved to high hooks or shelved and were out of reach of children

Correction verified by the state on July 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or ExitsRisk level: Medium High
In the toddler room, a child was observed to be sleeping on a cot that was placed in front of the emergency exit. The exit could not be accessed without stepping over the child

Correction verified by the state on July 19, 2022.

746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months RequiredRisk level: Medium High
Records were reviewed for 6 staff including the director, three caregivers did not have training in the following topics: Hazardous materials Building and physical premise safety Emergency preparedness Responding to food and allergic reaction

Correction verified by the state on August 12, 2022.

InspectionMay 10, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 6 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 27, 20226 citations recorded6 of 10 standards cited at this visit
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
A 3mo old was observed sleeping in a baby swing. The caregiver was unaware that the infant was sleep. The infant was removed after instructed by CCR. According to the caregiver, the infants were in the restrictive devices for at least 20 minutes.

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2501(5) - Care Requirements for Toddlers - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or ToddlersRisk level: High
A 19 mo old toddler was observed sleep in a crib with toys.

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and AgesRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care. When asked for the ages, the caregiver stated they guessed the age of the child and then stated they were unsure and did not want to say the wrong thing

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2022.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was observed with 8 children 3-21 months. The SAG was 0-11 mo. The caregiver was overratio by 4 children

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2022.

746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 MinutesRisk level: High
2 infants between 0-11 mo were observed sitting in a baby swing and bouncer for more than 15 mintues.

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3807(1) - Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High
A container of diaper rash cream was observed in the crib with an 19mo old.

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 19, 20227 citations recorded7 of 8 standards cited at this visit
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' AttendanceRisk level: Medium
Sign-in/out logs for the director was requested and was not made available for review. According to the owner, a log of attendance for the director is not kept.

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022.

746.1703 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Combining Ages With 12 or Fewer ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There were 4 children ages 4m-15 mo old observed with children 18-23 mo. There were 24 total children in the building.

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022.

746.1011 - Director Presence Routine During Operating HoursRisk level: Medium High
The director is only present at the operation two days a week and is not routinely present during the hours of operation.

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022.

746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and AgesRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care. When asked for the ages, the caregiver stated they had just arrived and did not know.

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was observed with 11 children 4-23 months. The SAG was 18-23 mo. The caregiver was overratio by 3 children

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
An infant was observed in a crib with a broken wheel. The crib was observed to be slanted.

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022.

746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible ForRisk level: High
The caregiver was observed with 11 children. When asked for the number of children in care there were 10 children present

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022.

AssessmentApril 14, 20222 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1011 - Director Presence Routine During Operating HoursRisk level: Medium High
The director is only present at the operation two days a week and is not routinely present during the hours of operation.

Correction verified by the state on April 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' AttendanceRisk level: Medium
Sign-in/out logs for the director was requested and was not made available for review. According to the owner, a log of attendance for the director is not kept.

Correction verified by the state on April 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 24, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 21, 20222 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in ControlRisk level: Medium High
Several children were observed crawing under tables in the eating area. The children were observed crawling under the table for approx. 3 mintues before the caregivers were aware.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2022.

746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High
Cleaning chemicals in a spray bottle were observed on the table in reach of children.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2022.

ReportMarch 17, 2022Self-reported by the operation4 citations recorded4 of 6 standards cited at this visit
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at RiskRisk level: Medium High
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, parents were not notified immediately that there was a situation that placed their children at risk. NOTE" Two parents were notified immediately, other parents were not notified until pick-up.

Correction verified by the state on April 27, 2022. 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 he information obtained during the investigation, 2 caregivers engaged in a physical and verbal altercation with children present resulting in two children being pushed over chairs.

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

746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at RiskRisk level: Medium
based on the information obtained during the investigation, incident reports were not created for the 6 children present and placed at risk when two caregivers had a physical altercation

Correction verified by the state on April 29, 2022.

746.1003(4) - Director Responsibilities - Employees SupervisedRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, as a result of the director's frequent absence, the director was unaware of the caregivers' activities prior to and when engaging in a physical altercation. The director failed to ensure all staff were supervised.

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

AssessmentMarch 14, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022 revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022 as required. NOTE: The operation reported the number of employees who left in 2021 after the deadline.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022.

InspectionMarch 9, 20224 citations recorded4 of 9 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
A play equipment with a height less than 5 feet did not have at least 6 inches of surfacing

Correction verified by the state on April 19, 2022.

746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical InformationRisk level: High
The operation did not have emergency medical authorization for 13 of 23 of the children being transported.

Correction verified by the state on March 16, 2022.

746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each ChildRisk level: High
The operation did not have parent contacts or emergnecy contacts for 13 of the 23 of the children being transported.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High
Transportation training for the director was not made available for review. NOTE: Training for the owner/driver was reviewed and up-to-date

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2022.

InspectionJanuary 27, 202211 citations recorded11 of 603 standards cited at this visit
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High
Transportation training for the director and owner was not made available for review.

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022.

746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of ChildrenRisk level: High
The operation did not have a list of all of the children being transported.

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services OfferedRisk level: High
During the inspection it was learned that the operation has been providing transportation services without notifing CCR of the additional services. NOTE: According to the owner, transportation began the second week of January 2022.

Corrected at the time of inspection. 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
A caregiver was observed to be present without notification of eligibility from the background check unit.

Correction verified by the state on January 31, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical InformationRisk level: High
The operation did not have emergency medical authorization for anyl of the children being transported.

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The operation did not have a current fire inspection available for review. The last fire inspection was conducted 1/19/21

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High
A play equipment with a height less than 5 feet did not have at least 6 inches of surfacing

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022.

746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid KitRisk level: High
The first aid kit on the vehicle and was observed to be missing the following: Cotton balls Tweezers Scissors Tape Antiseptic solution/wipes Thermometer

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each ChildRisk level: High
The operation did not have parent contacts or emergnecy contacts for any of the children being transported.

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High
Of the 27 children present only 10 children were signed in. During the inspection, 2 children that left were not signed out

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2022.

746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationRisk level: Medium
The Children's Product Safety certificate was not observed to be updated. The CPSC was last completed 1/20/21

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 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.

Children's Center of Excellence and Daycare — Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas: State Inspection Record | Daycare Safety Record