Texas records · JIM WELLS County · ALICE

The Sandbox by the Bay Childcare Center LLC

Licensed Center in ALICE, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued August 12, 2026

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 814 MCMASTER RD, ALICE, TX 78332 7752
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: August 12, 2026
Operation number: 1819087
Licensed capacity: 22 children
Ages served: 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 record	10
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	0
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	5,463
Citations recorded	25
Record covers	August 1, 2025 – July 16, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	3
Medium High	9
Medium	13

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 16, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 569 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 18, 20262 citations recorded2 of 579 standards cited at this visit

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium

Four employee files were reviewed. One file was missing the following: affidavit 2912 and 2985.

Correction verified by the state on June 25, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2203(a) - Written Activity PlansRisk level: Medium

Activity plan for the week was not available for review.

Correction verified by the state on June 25, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 14, 20261 citation recorded1 of 648 standards cited at this visit

746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statementRisk level: Medium

Four children's files were evaluated. Three files were missing the health statements signed by the parent.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 24, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 9 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 27, 20267 citations recorded7 of 622 standards cited at this visit

746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting PeriodsRisk level: Medium

Written activity plan had periods of time of two hours for arrival. Children were observed fighting for toys, taking off their shoes, and wanting to leave the classroom.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable SubstitutionsRisk level: Medium

Food substitution during inspection was not documented in menu. Children were given pizza, instead of chicken alfredo.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2501(1) - Care Requirements for Toddlers - Routines MaintainedRisk level: Medium

Children were observed not following a routine. Children were running around the room, playing in different activities, aside from what the caregiver was covering. Food was observed to be served approximately one hour after the time listed on the schedule.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training CupsRisk level: Medium

Children were observed walking around with cups, and laying down with sippy cups.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Four employee files were evaluated. Two employees did not complete the pre-service training.

Correction verified by the state on May 14, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Floor in classroom had stains. Two toilets had rings inside the toilet bowl. There were rocks on top of the diaper changing table. Paper liner used on diaper changing table was being disposed at the end of the day, instead of after each diaper change.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.113(a) - Operating in compliance with MS Rules LicensedRisk level: Medium High

Permit holder is not ensuring the center is operating in compliance with the minimum standards.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 7, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 477 standards cited at this visit

InspectionNovember 24, 20256 citations recorded6 of 632 standards cited at this visit

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium

Three employee files were evaluated. One employee file was not available for review. One file was pending form 2912.

Correction verified by the state on January 7, 2026.

746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care centerRisk level: Medium

Daily food menu was not available for review.

Correction verified by the state on December 19, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a ChildRisk level: Medium High

Caregiver did not wash her hands or the child's hands after diaper changing.

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

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High

Smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detector have not been tested by the operation. Fire extinguishers have not been inspected by the operation.

Correction verified by the state on December 8, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

Three employee files were evaluated. Two employees completed the CPR training 100 percent online. The training did not include hands on practice on a manikin.

Correction verified by the state on January 7, 2026.

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

Locks down, sheltering and lock down drills have not been conducted by the operation.

Correction verified by the state on December 8, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 1, 20254 citations recorded4 of 646 standards cited at this visit

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium

Three employee files were not available for review.

Correction verified by the state on November 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2203(a) - Written Activity PlansRisk level: Medium

Activity plan was not available for review.

Correction verified by the state on November 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.613(a) - Required ImmunizationsRisk level: High

Four children's records were reviewed. Three files did no have immunization records.

Correction verified by the state on November 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationRisk level: Medium

Four children's files were evaluated. One file was pending the admission form.

Correction verified by the state on October 2, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 7, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 1, 20255 citations recorded5 of 1,276 standards cited at this visit

746.4603(5) - Prohibited Equipment - Multiple Occupancy SwingsRisk level: Medium High

Swing structure at the operation had a multiple occupancy swing.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection SystemRisk level: High

Child care center did not have a carbon monoxide detector.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and RearRisk level: Medium High

To- fro swing structure at the operation had a use zone to the front and rear of approximately 13 feet. It requires a uze zone of 18 feet.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4701(c) - Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite StructureRisk level: Medium High

There was a composite play structure in the playground, consisting of swings and a slide and a clubhouse.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationRisk level: Medium

CPSC form was not available for review.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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.