Northstar Preschools at Sendera Ranch

Licensed Center in HASLET, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued March 6, 2024

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 14081 WILLOW SPRINGS RD, HASLET, TX 76052 3571
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: March 6, 2024
Operation number: 1791193
Licensed capacity: 229 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	22
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	12
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,282
Citations recorded	34
Findings still pending	1
Record covers	January 17, 2024 – October 5, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	7
Medium High	15
Medium	12

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 5, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportOctober 2, 2026Self-reported by the operationFinding still pending in the state’s records0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 22, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium

Two infants where observed in buckets seats and were not properly buckled in with the safety straps.

Correction verified by the state on October 5, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 27, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportAugust 24, 2026Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

ReportAugust 24, 20262 citations recorded2 of 9 standards cited at this visit

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

The fence was observed to have a missing picket. Walls were observed to have visible stains. Classrooms have a buildup of dust around door frames windows shelves and decor. Carpets were observed to not have been vacuumed and floors were auditorily sticky. ne classroom was observed to have a bucket of water a sand mixed, the classroom is no longer in use.

Correction verified by the state on October 5, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(1) - Toys and Equipment to be Sanitized Set AsideRisk level: Medium High

Toy sanitation buckets were observed to be used for setting aside bottles and cups instead of toys.

Correction verified by the state on October 5, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

InspectionFebruary 19, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 13, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportFebruary 12, 20262 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious InjuriesRisk level: Medium

The caregivers where not properly notifying parents of less serious injuries at pick up.

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

746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with ParentRisk level: Medium

The operation did not properly share completed incident forms with parents.

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

InspectionFebruary 2, 20264 citations recorded4 of 617 standards cited at this visit

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium High

One child is missing their FARE form.

Correction verified by the state on February 5, 2026.

746.3809 - Medication No Longer UsedRisk level: Medium

There are three medications present for children that are no longer enrolled.

Correction verified by the state on February 5, 2026.

746.403(b) - Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy PlansRisk level: Medium High

The allergy list posted is not current.

Correction verified by the state on February 5, 2026.

746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and DatedRisk level: Medium High

One child is missing parental authorization.

Correction verified by the state on February 5, 2026.

ReportFebruary 2, 20261 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and PullingRisk level: High

A caregiver admitted to grabbing children's ears.

Correction verified by the state on February 19, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 21, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

ReportJuly 17, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMarch 6, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 26, 20251 citation recorded1 of 661 standards cited at this visit

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High

Fire drills have not been conducted on a monthly basis. The last drill was conducted in December.

Correction verified by the state on February 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 10, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 7, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

ReportOctober 4, 2024Self-reported by the operation1 citation recorded1 of 1 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

A child was left unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes.

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

InspectionAugust 14, 20245 citations recorded5 of 609 standards cited at this visit

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High

The last documented fire dril wasl conducted was in December of 2023.

Correction verified by the state on August 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High

The last documented fire extinguisher check was December of 2023.

Correction verified by the state on August 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing MaterialsRisk level: Medium

Test data from the manufacturer of the turf/unitary surfacing was not available for review at the time of the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High

The last documented smoke detector check was conducted in December of 2023.

Correction verified by the state on August 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5537(a) - Electric or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detectors-Inspection of CO SystemRisk level: Medium High

The last documented carbon monoxide detector check was conducted in December of 2023.

Correction verified by the state on August 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 31, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 16, 20241 citation recorded1 of 7 standards cited at this visit

746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on FileRisk level: High

A 3m old infant was observed in a nap sack that provides restriction across the chest area.

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

InspectionMay 6, 20244 citations recorded4 of 5 standards cited at this visit

746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

2 classrooms were observed out of ratio upon my arrival. The infant classroom had 16 children with 2 caregivers and a specified age group of 12-18m. Another classroom had 14 children with one caregiver and a specified age group of 2 years.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's ReachRisk level: Medium High

I observed a child have access to diaper changing equipment.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour DailyRisk level: Medium

It was stated by a caregiver that the children had been watching a movie in the gym since opening. It had been 2 hours since opening upon my arrival.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned ActivitiesRisk level: Medium

Children where observed watching cartoons while combined in the gym.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 29, 20243 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

Children were observed combined in the gym . 23 children total with a specified age group of 2 years old exceeding the maximum group size of 22.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned ActivitiesRisk level: Medium

Children where observed watching cartoons while combined in the gym.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary HoldersRisk level: Medium High

Children were observed eating snacks from the ground in the gym.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportApril 25, 20241 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safetyRisk level: High

Children were observed climbing on furniture, sliding and falling because of toys, fighting over toys, running around the classroom. The caregiver was assisting children in an adjoining restroom unable to intervene, causing a risk to children.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 17, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 76 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 12, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

ReportApril 9, 20246 citations recorded6 of 9 standards cited at this visit

746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned ActivitiesRisk level: Medium

Children are routinely permitted to watch cartoons daily with no relation to activity plans, nor educational value.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour DailyRisk level: Medium

Screen time is routinely used between the hours of 6:30am- 8:00am.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to ChildrenRisk level: High

Multiple caregivers admitted to yelling at children.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.201(4) - Designating DirectorRisk level: Medium High

The director's position has been vacant at the facility since March 28, 2024.

Correction verified by the state on May 29, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1615 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/ClosingRisk level: Medium

Children are routinely combined in the gym area from 6:30am-8:00am.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Minimum StandardsRisk level: High

Caregivers though knowledgeable routinely do not comply with the minimum standards.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 25, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMarch 22, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 14, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportMarch 10, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 17, 20242 citations recorded2 of 1,251 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

There were several areas on the walls in the schoolage room where the paint was peeling.

Correction verified by the state on February 5, 2024.

746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing MaterialsRisk level: Medium

There was no required documentation on the playground surfacing.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2024.

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