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Candi's Creative Learning Center

Licensed Center in LANCASTER, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued August 26, 2022

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 1033 W PLEASANT RUN RD, LANCASTER, TX 75146 1348
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: August 26, 2022
Operation number: 1734930
Licensed capacity: 68 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	27
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	9
Assessments on record	3
Standards evaluated across those visits	5,361
Citations recorded	29
Record covers	February 15, 2022 – July 30, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	9
Medium High	13
Medium	5
Medium Low	2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 30, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportJuly 27, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

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

InspectionJune 1, 20263 citations recorded3 of 3 standards cited at this visit

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

Operation did not have annual fire inspection. Document given to CCR has and edited date of submission to the Lancasters fire department.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed the infant room out of capacity. The room had, four infants and two 18 months for a total capacity of 6.

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

746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacityRisk level: High

During the inspection CCR observed 70 children in care. 6 infants ages 0-11M, 6 toddlers SAG 18-23M, 17 PreK SAG 4yrs, 24 School age SAG 8yrs, 10 Toddlers SAG 2yrs, and 7 PreK SAG 3yrs.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentMay 29, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportMay 18, 20261 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane LanguageRisk level: High

This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation. Witnessed statements confirmed that a caregiver used harsh, abusive and profane language toward a child.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 20, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportApril 16, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 17, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 725 standards cited at this visit

AssessmentFebruary 4, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 20, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

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

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

Annual report has not been completed and submitted by required due date.

Correction verified by the state on February 4, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 15, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportJanuary 12, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 8, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last nameRisk level: Medium Low

An outdated employee list was posted at the follow-up inspection.

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

InspectionNovember 26, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someoneRisk level: High

A person observed at the operation personating another caregiver.

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

ReportNovember 25, 20252 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal PunishmentRisk level: High

The standard was task as part of an investigation. Information obtained from interviews and was found to be deficient. The operation did not use good judgment by disciplining a child with a rubber object.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with StandardsRisk level: Medium

The standard was assessed as part of an investigation. Information obtained from an interview with the director revealed a deficiency in meeting this standard. The director?s responses indicated an inadequate understanding of the minimum requirements.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 11, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 23, 20253 citations recorded3 of 550 standards cited at this visit

746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment SafeRisk level: Medium High

Outside play area has several hazardous objects.

Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Hazardous object was observed within the reach of children.

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

746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with NameRisk level: Medium

Infant ointment not labeled.

Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 19, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

ReportSeptember 18, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 27, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 1, 20245 citations recorded5 of 492 standards cited at this visit

746.4203 - Space Requirements - Under 18 Months of Age Separate from Older ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

Two infants were combined with children 18 months and older.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never UnsupervisedRisk level: High

An infant was left unsupervised on a changing table.

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

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

One caregiver was observed caring for 19 children ages 2 years old- 14 years old. The specified age group was 4. The room was out of ratio by 1.

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

746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver present does not have a current CPR training.

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

746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue BreathingRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver present does not have a current First Aid training.

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

InspectionMarch 14, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionAugust 15, 20231 citation recorded1 of 531 standards cited at this visit

746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or InvestigationRisk level: Medium

The most recent monitoring inspection is not posted with the required postings.

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

InspectionApril 14, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

ReportFebruary 14, 20231 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.603(a)(7) - Children's Records - Incident/Illness FormRisk level: Medium

The operation did not have an incident report available regarding a child's injury during a DFPS investigation.

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

InspectionFebruary 6, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 20, 20233 citations recorded3 of 603 standards cited at this visit

746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or DiaperingRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver was observed not washing a child's hands after diapering them.

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

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

There were six 12 month old children with one caregiver in classroom two. The classroom was out of ratio by one child.

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

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High

A classroom with four twelve month old children was observed without a caregiver.

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

ReportJanuary 19, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 16, 20221 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High

An outlet was observed without a cover in the infant room. The caregiver placed in cover in the outlet during the inspection.

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

InspectionAugust 11, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 14, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 12, 20223 citations recorded3 of 448 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High

Two children were observed going to the restroom in an area of the building with no caregiver supervision.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

One caregiver was observed caring for 5 infants ages 3-11 months. The room was out of ratio by 1.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2022. 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 staff was observed entering the building from driving the van. The same staff was later seen in the lobby area of the operation with access to children. The staff was present prior to the operation receiving the results of the person's eligibility from CBCU. The staff left the operation.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 26, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 495 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 19, 20221 citation recorded1 of 282 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

Two caregivers were observed iwith access to children before a determination was made on their background check.

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

InspectionFebruary 15, 20222 citations recorded2 of 1,184 standards cited at this visit

746.1015 - Director Qualifications - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

There is not currently a qualified director in place. One director cannot cover two childcare centers. The person who will be director will not be qualified until the end of March 2022.

Correction verified by the state on February 28, 2022.

746.203(1) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Have Coverage of at Least $300,000 For Each Occurrence of NegligenceRisk level: Medium

Does not yet have liability insurance, but have a meeting to get it set up later today.

Correction verified by the state on February 28, 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.