Daycare Safety RecordState inspection files for licensed child care, presented plainly

Texas records · JACKSON County · VANDERBILT

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Licensed Child-Care Home in VANDERBILT, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued June 24, 2022

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
213 3RD STREET, VANDERBILT, TX 77991
Operation type
Licensed Child-Care Home
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
June 24, 2022
Operation number
1728784
Licensed capacity
12 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:30 AM-05:30 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record16
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record1
Assessments on record0
Standards evaluated across those visits5,862
Citations recorded41
Record coversNovember 10, 2021 – June 23, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High3
Medium High24
Medium11
Medium Low2
Low1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJune 23, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 168 standards cited at this visit
ReportMay 28, 20261 citation recorded1 of 4 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
During the course of a DFPS investigation, it was determined the operation allowed a person with an inactive BGC to be present at the operation.

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

InspectionJanuary 6, 20263 citations recorded3 of 5 standards cited at this visit
747.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)Risk level: Medium Low
Recite: The director lacked a pre employment affidavit on file.

Correction verified by the state on January 9, 2026.

747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of VaccinationsRisk level: Medium High
Recite: Three animals in the home did not have current vaccinations.

Correction verified by the state on January 16, 2026.

745.651(2)(B) - Background Check Validation - Once a year listed family homes, licensed, and registered child care homes must validate list of subjectsRisk level: Medium
Recite: The operation's employee list was last validated on 6/20/24.

Correction verified by the state on January 7, 2026.

InspectionDecember 12, 20255 citations recorded5 of 616 standards cited at this visit
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
An infant did not have feeding instructions available.

Correction verified by the state on January 6, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.3303(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces UsedRisk level: Medium High
Children's diapers were being changed on the floor where they play.

Correction verified by the state on January 6, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of VaccinationsRisk level: Medium High
Three animals in the home did not have current vaccinations.

Correction verified by the state on January 6, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.651(2)(B) - Background Check Validation - Once a year listed family homes, licensed, and registered child care homes must validate list of subjectsRisk level: Medium
The operation's employee list was last validated on 6/20/24.

Correction verified by the state on January 6, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)Risk level: Medium Low
The director lacked a pre employment affidavit on file.

Correction verified by the state on January 6, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 29, 20251 citation recorded1 of 439 standards cited at this visit
747.611(a) - Required Health StatementRisk level: Low
One out of three children's records evaluated lacked a health statement on file.

Correction verified by the state on May 9, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 20, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 626 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 21, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 13, 20245 citations recorded5 of 1,035 standards cited at this visit
747.2326(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possibleRisk level: High
A 3 month old was observed sleeping in a bouncer.

Correction verified by the state on May 21, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.2705(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
A child was placed in a chair (with straps fastened) for discipline.

Correction verified by the state on May 21, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
The gate on the outdoor wooden fence is broken and not attached to the fence. There are several nails protruding from the outdoor wooden fence.

Correction verified by the state on June 10, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High
One out of four children's files evaluated lacked an address for the emergency contact.

Correction verified by the state on May 21, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.2307 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Use of Safety StrapsRisk level: Medium High
An infant was observed in a bouncer and safety straps were not used. Note: This was corrected when the straps were fastened.

Correction verified by the state on May 21, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 12, 20232 citations recorded2 of 554 standards cited at this visit
747.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs StatementRisk level: Medium High
Three out of four children's files evaluated lacked a special needs statement on file.

Correction verified by the state on June 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.3619 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium High
One child with a known food allergy, lacked a food allergy plan on file.

Correction verified by the state on June 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 14, 20221 citation recorded1 of 450 standards cited at this visit
747.5403(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained SafelyRisk level: Medium High
The vehicle used for transporting children registration expired October 2022.

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

InspectionMay 18, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 183 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 26, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 258 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 3, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 334 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 31, 20221 citation recorded1 of 197 standards cited at this visit
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
One infant feeding instruction has not been completed.

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

InspectionDecember 3, 20212 citations recorded2 of 9 standards cited at this visit
747.1303(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver and Substitute that transports - Transportation TrainingRisk level: Medium High
Recite: The Director lacked current transportation training.

Correction verified by the state on December 6, 2021.

747.3935(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe productsRisk level: Medium High
Recite: I observed that the Consumer Product Recall has not been certified.

Correction verified by the state on December 6, 2021.

InspectionNovember 23, 20219 citations recorded9 of 11 standards cited at this visit
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
The newly added fence has screws exposed along the bottom board, posing a hazard. No wax warmers were observed within the children's reach. The grass on the playground has been mowed. No broken glass was observed. Electrical wires have been cut and are now out of the reach of the children.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.1305(c) - Caregiver Required Annual Training-Caring for children younger than 24 monthsRisk level: Medium High
Recite: The Director and Caregiver lacked current SIDS/Shaken Baby training.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

747.5403(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained SafelyRisk level: Medium High
Recite: The vehicle used for transporting children was not available to be evaluated during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

747.501(11) - Written Operational Policies - Instructions for Contacting Licensing Office/Online and TX Abuse & Neglect HotlineRisk level: Medium
Recite: The operational policy lacked instructions for the parents to contact the local licensing office, Abuse Neglect Hotline, and the HHSC website.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for InfantsRisk level: Medium High
Recite: The operational policy lacked information regarding infant safe sleep.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
Recite: The operational policy lacked information regarding promotion of physical activity.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

747.501(10) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Parents Review Licensing Rules and ReportsRisk level: Medium
Recite: The operational policy lacked procedures for parents to review the homes last inspection report and how to access the minimum standards online.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

747.1303(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver and Substitute that transports - Transportation TrainingRisk level: Medium High
Recite: The Director lacked current transportation training.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

747.3935(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe productsRisk level: Medium High
Recite: I observed that the Consumer Product Recall has not been certified.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2021.

InspectionNovember 10, 202111 citations recorded11 of 969 standards cited at this visit
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
I observed two operating wax warmers within the children's reach. I observed the grass on the playground exceeded 6 inches in most areas. Broken glass was observed on the playground. Electrical wires were exposed on the electric post on the playground and were within the children's reach.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.501(11) - Written Operational Policies - Instructions for Contacting Licensing Office/Online and TX Abuse & Neglect HotlineRisk level: Medium
The operational policy lacked instructions for the parents to contact the local licensing office, Abuse Neglect Hotline, and the HHSC website.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021.

747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for InfantsRisk level: Medium High
The operational policy lacked information regarding infant safe sleep.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
The operational policy lacked information regarding promotion of physical activity.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021.

747.4105 - Fenced Outdoor Activity SpaceRisk level: Medium High
I observed an opening approximately 5 feet on the right side of the backyard, which would allow children to escape.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.3935(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe productsRisk level: Medium High
I observed that the Consumer Product Recall has not been certified.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.1305(c) - Caregiver Required Annual Training-Caring for children younger than 24 monthsRisk level: Medium High
The Director and Caregiver lacked current SIDS/Shaken Baby training.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.5403(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained SafelyRisk level: Medium High
I observed the vehicle used for transporting children to have an expired inspection sticker.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.3803(a) - First Aid Kit - Complete KitRisk level: Medium
The first aid kit lacked cotton balls.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.1303(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver and Substitute that transports - Transportation TrainingRisk level: Medium High
The Director lacked current transportation training.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021.

747.501(10) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Parents Review Licensing Rules and ReportsRisk level: Medium
The operational policy lacked procedures for parents to review the homes last inspection report and how to access the minimum standards online.

Correction verified by the state on November 23, 2021.

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