Apple Grove Daycare and Preschool

Licensed Center in SPRING, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued June 8, 2022

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 16816 THEISS MAIL ROUTE RD, SPRING, TX 77379 6217
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: June 8, 2022
Operation number: 1728736
Licensed capacity: 94 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	16
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	5
Assessments on record	1
Standards evaluated across those visits	4,354
Citations recorded	20
Record covers	January 26, 2022 – July 7, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	4
Medium High	12
Medium	2
Medium Low	2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 7, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 10, 20263 citations recorded3 of 625 standards cited at this visit

746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.Risk level: Medium High

The pre-k/schoolers playground area loose fill was not maintained properly, in which dirt was exposed.

Correction verified by the state on July 7, 2026. 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

One out of two transportation vehicles observed did not have a working alarm system.

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

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

The safety seats observed in two transportation vehicles were expired. Safety seats observed were manufactured ranged from between 2011-2015. One safety seat observed expired, 03/03/2018.

Correction verified by the state on July 7, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 16, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting SheetsRisk level: Medium High

Two cribs in the infant classroom did not have snug fitting sheets during the walkthrough. One infant was observed napping in one out of the two cribs observed with loose fitting sheets. Sheets on the infant mattress were replaced during the inspection.

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

ReportApril 14, 20261 citation recorded1 of 8 standards cited at this visit

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High

Several bags of mulch were observed on the pre-K playground area near the slide and underneath the play structure, posing a risk for a tripping hazard to children. While Licensing staff was present, the mulch bags were removed from children access.

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

InspectionAugust 26, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

ReportAugust 13, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit

ReportJuly 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 6 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 11, 20255 citations recorded5 of 757 standards cited at this visit

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

Of the 8 personnel records evaluated, one has not completed 24 clock hours of pre-service training

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

746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean SurfaceRisk level: Medium High

The diaper changing surface in the infant classroom has multiple tears' therefore it is no longer non-absorbent.

Correction verified by the state on June 26, 2025.

746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High

Cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. This was corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2209 - Posting of Activity PlanRisk level: Medium

Activity plans were not posted in two classrooms. This was corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High

The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. Procedures for parental notification 2. Information regarding field trips 3. Parents Rights 4. Procedures for parents to review and discuss concerns with the director 5. Procedures for parents to participate with the center's activities 6. Information on how parents may access Minimum Standards and the correct HHSC website. 7. Staff vaccination policy 8. Procedures to support inclusive services for children with special care needs.

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

InspectionOctober 10, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionAugust 27, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionJuly 3, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 14, 20243 citations recorded3 of 500 standards cited at this visit

746.2101(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading ActivitiesRisk level: Medium High

One staff was observed with 5 children, 2-4 years of age amongst two pools. The staff did not have additonal staff present to assist in case of an emergency.

Correction verified by the state on July 3, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's ReachRisk level: Medium High

During the walkthrough a water hose was observed accessible to children near two pools placed outside while children were engaged in swimming services.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services OfferedRisk level: High

During the walkthrough, Licensing staff observed two inflatable pools on site. Licensing staff was not notified, and/or informed of pool services offered at the childcare facility.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 20, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 761 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 12, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

ReportApril 7, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

AssessmentFebruary 3, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

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

The employee list was not validated by January 15th.

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

InspectionDecember 9, 20221 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire MarshalRisk level: Medium High

The most recent fire inspection is dated 12/07/2021. No recent inspection was observed.

Correction verified by the state on December 20, 2022.

InspectionNovember 9, 20221 citation recorded1 of 487 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and AgesRisk level: Medium High

One caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of the infants in which they were responsible for. A total of 2 infants were present in the classroom.

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

ReportOctober 26, 20222 citations recorded2 of 6 standards cited at this visit

746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting SheetsRisk level: Medium High

Infant sheets observed in two cribs were loose and contained food stains. Extra padding was observed underneath infant sheets, which was the incorrect size. Infant sheets that were dirty were removed and replaced while present.

Correction verified by the state on December 23, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3313(2) - Daily Menus - May Rotate if Keep Record of Dates Menus UsedRisk level: Medium

On 11/09/2022 children were observed having ramen noodles, corn, and cantaloupe for lunch. The food menu for Wednesday was documented to serve turkey grilled cheese, corns, and fresh fruit. There were not substitutions documented on the food menu.

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

InspectionMay 10, 20222 citations recorded2 of 525 standards cited at this visit

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

Two children were observed in the infant classroom. One child was 3 years of age, and the other child was an infant, 8 months of age.

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

746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of AdmissionRisk level: Medium Low

One out of five children records observed did not include a start/admission date. The Director retrieved the start date from the computer system.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionMarch 23, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 495 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 26, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 167 standards cited at this visit

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