Texas records · HARRIS County · HOUSTON
Joyful Days Academy
Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Renewed Initial · permit issued October 26, 2026
State record presented as of November 5, 2026
- Address
- 14449 BAMMEL NORTH HOUSTON RD, HOUSTON, TX 77014 1703
- Operation type
- Licensed Center
- Type of issuance
- Renewed Initial
- Permit issued
- October 26, 2026
- Operation number
- 1823048
- Licensed capacity
- 72 children
- Ages served
- Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
- Schedule
- Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-07:00 PM
- Conditions on permit
- YES
The record at a glance
| Inspections on record | 8 |
| Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record | 1 |
| Assessments on record | 0 |
| Standards evaluated across those visits | 2,611 |
| Citations recorded | 40 |
| Record covers | September 23, 2025 – July 23, 2026 |
Citations by the state’s risk levels
| High | 7 |
| Medium High | 16 |
| Medium | 15 |
| Low | 2 |
Visits and findings, newest first
InspectionJuly 23, 20261 citation recorded1 of 664 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.
Correction verified by the state on August 14, 2026.
InspectionJune 25, 20262 citations recorded2 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
No active ant beds were observed, but the grass was not maintained and tall enough to be hazardous towards children playing outside.
Correction verified by the state on July 23, 2026.
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions SpecifiedRisk level: Medium
The current safety plan does not apply to the operation's ability to maintain the plan. A new playground safety plan has not been created to account for number of staff to help with transitioning and maintenance of the play area.
Correction verified by the state on July 23, 2026.
InspectionMay 8, 20269 citations recorded9 of 13 standards cited at this visit
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During NaptimeRisk level: Medium High
There was not enough lighting in the nap room to provide adequate supervision of the children.
Correction verified by the state on June 15, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The center does not have a current fire inspection. The lat fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.
Correction verified by the state on July 23, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions SpecifiedRisk level: Medium
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regularly.
Correction verified by the state on June 25, 2026.
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
A storage area in the school age classroom contains hazards such as tables leaning against the wall, stacked chairs and a multitude of other miscellaneous items is accessible to children.
Correction verified by the state on June 15, 2026.
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
The caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for,
Correction verified by the state on June 15, 2026. 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 caregiver was allowed access to children prior to the operation receiving an eligibility notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit.
Correction verified by the state on May 15, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits RequiredRisk level: Medium
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.
Correction verified by the state on June 15, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video gamesRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was observed using her cell phone for personal use while responsible for supervising children during nap time.
Correction verified by the state on June 15, 2026.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
An active ant bed was observed on the playground.
Correction verified by the state on June 25, 2026.
InspectionApril 14, 20265 citations recorded5 of 483 standards cited at this visit
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely AnchoredRisk level: High
The outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and not set up properly while having exposed long metal points protruding from the bottom of the equipment.
Correction verified by the state on May 8, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits RequiredRisk level: Medium
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.
Correction verified by the state on May 8, 2026.
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions SpecifiedRisk level: Medium
Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Ensuring broken equimpent is removed daily, securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regulary.
Correction verified by the state on May 8, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from childrenRisk level: Medium High
Director responsiblities are not maintained when the director is overseeing caregiver roles and responsibilities which prohibits and limits the ability to conduct an inspection, provide records and documents, assist with administrative and clerical duties. Currently the director is the main caregiver providing care and supervision of the children in care.
Correction verified by the state on May 8, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired.
Correction verified by the state on May 8, 2026.
InspectionMarch 25, 20264 citations recorded4 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting SheetsRisk level: Medium High
The infant crib did not have a tight fitted sheet. The sheet was loose with ripples and could easily be pinched up. It was oberved that the sheet did not fit the mattress properly. This was corrected when a tighter sheet was placed on the mattress.
Corrected at the time of inspection.
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters SafeguardedRisk level: Medium High
During naptime, a floor fan was observed to be on and working with no safegaurd or barrier around it. This was corrected when the director removed the fan unit from the area of care.
Corrected at the time of inspection.
746.909 - Access to Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Personnel records were not immediately accessble for review when the director was supervising during naptime and the only staff member in the building, This was corrected when the owner had arrived at thhe operation and relieved the director from supervising to allow the director to obtain files for review by licensing.
Correction verified by the state on April 14, 2026.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. Outside, the second exit and pathway back into the buidling has not been maintained properly as potential hazards and tree debris is scattered behind the exit.
Correction verified by the state on April 14, 2026.
ReportMarch 23, 20261 citation recorded1 of 11 standards cited at this visit
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely AnchoredRisk level: High
Based on observations made, the outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and was turned over on its side with a long metal point protruding from the bottom of the equipment.
Correction verified by the state on April 14, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionJanuary 22, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 144 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 14, 20253 citations recorded3 of 15 standards cited at this visit
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent RightsRisk level: Medium
The operational policies did not include parent rights.
Correction verified by the state on October 16, 2025.
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of planRisk level: Medium High
A safety plan for the playground was implemented but was missing vital criteria for approval.
Correction verified by the state on October 16, 2025.
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding ProvisionsRisk level: Low
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.
Correction verified by the state on October 16, 2025.
InspectionSeptember 23, 202515 citations recorded15 of 1,270 standards cited at this visit
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and NeglectRisk level: Medium
The operational policies did not include all the abuse and neglect required information needed.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding ProvisionsRisk level: Low
The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits RequiredRisk level: Medium
While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by trees, bushes, trash, an empty gas container, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation EmergenciesRisk level: Medium High
There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.4313(1) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Notify Parents of LocationRisk level: Medium
There is no written notification to parents regarding the location of the outdoor play area.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent RightsRisk level: Medium
The operational policies did not include parent rights.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - TransportationRisk level: Medium
There was no transportation policy stated in the operational policies. The operation does offer transportation.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age ChildRisk level: Medium
3 school aged children did not have the required school information on file.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.4313(2) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for SupervisionRisk level: Medium High
The outdoor play area is located at the end of the shopping strip. There was no written plan for maintaining proper supervision upon transporting children to and from the outdoor play area.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The outdoor play area has a metal play train and tube that is missing parts and not kept in good repair. The transportation van also was not properly cleaned out and had garabge and debris on the floors of the van.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationRisk level: High
Two children did not have emergency medical authorization from a parent.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive servicesRisk level: Medium
The operational policies did not include inclusion service information for children with special needs.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of planRisk level: Medium High
It was found that the route to the outdoor play area had additional hazards such as it being located right next to a bar/lounge. It was observed to have men coming in and out of the lounge with paraphernalia and smoking outside the lounge area. The outdoor play area is also located next to the shopping strip dumpster where it was observed that garabage and other hazards can easily make their way onto the play area.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
The operational policies did not include all the required information for the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High
One child did not have an emergency contact listed in their file.
Correction verified by the state on October 14, 2025.
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.