The Nest of Grace Childcare

Licensed Child-Care Home in HOUSTON, Texas · Initial · permit issued January 5, 2026

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 4405 BROOKWOODS DR, HOUSTON, TX 77092 8335
Operation type: Licensed Child-Care Home
Type of issuance: Initial
Permit issued: January 5, 2026
Operation number: 1827183
Licensed capacity: 12 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	5
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	2
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	2,640
Citations recorded	16
Record covers	December 2, 2025 – September 21, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	2
Medium High	8
Medium	3
Medium Low	3

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionSeptember 21, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 774 standards cited at this visit

ReportSeptember 8, 20261 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

747.201(a)(1) - The primary caregiver lives in the home where care is provided.Risk level: High

It was confirmed during the inspection that the provider does not live in the Licensed Child-Care Home where the children are being cared for.

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

InspectionJuly 2, 20267 citations recorded7 of 289 standards cited at this visit

747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High

The provider has not been practicing fire drills every month.

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

747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar yearRisk level: Medium High

The provider has not been practicing lock-down drills.

Correction verified by the state on July 23, 2026.

747.301(4) - Notification of Change in Age Range of Children In CareRisk level: Medium High

The provider s permit allows care for infants and Pre-K children. During the inspection, an 8-year-old and an 11-year-old child, who are not related to the provider, were observed in care during operational hours.

Correction verified by the state on July 16, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills DocumentationRisk level: Medium

During the inspection, safety documentation for emergency drills was not provided.

Correction verified by the state on July 23, 2026.

747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar yearRisk level: Medium High

The provider has not been practicing sheltering drills for severe weather.

Correction verified by the state on July 23, 2026.

747.3301(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's ReachRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed lotion, diaper rash cream, gel, and baby wipes below the diaper changing table, which was open and accessible to the children. Correction made: The provider removed the diaper supplies from underneath the diaper changing table.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

747.801(1) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's RecordsRisk level: Medium

During the inspection, the assistant caregiver brought two children into care without completed admission file.

Correction verified by the state on July 16, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 10, 20265 citations recorded5 of 530 standards cited at this visit

747.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)Risk level: Medium Low

The Pre-Employment Affidavit form for the substitute caregiver was not available for review during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on April 15, 2026.

747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium

CCR reviewed four children s files and found that one child was missing immunization records in the file.

Correction verified by the state on April 13, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.5111 - Smoke-Detection SystemRisk level: High

The smoke detector is malfunctioning and requires new batteries to be replaced. Correction made: The provider replaced the smoke detector with new batteries.

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

747.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)Risk level: Medium Low

The Affidavit form for the substitute caregiver was not available for review during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on April 15, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

747.901(1) - Personnel Records - Dates of EmploymentRisk level: Medium Low

The date of hire for the substitute caregiver was not documented on file.

Correction verified by the state on April 15, 2026.

InspectionDecember 19, 20253 citations recorded3 of 1,042 standards cited at this visit

747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering ProceduresRisk level: Medium High

The emergency preparedness plan does not address how children under 24 months with limited mobility will be evacuated.

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

747.5003(5) - Emergency Preparedness- Reunification PlanRisk level: Medium High

The emergency preparedness plan is missing details on how the children will be reunited with their parents in the event of an emergency evacuation, relocation, or after sheltering/lockdown.

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

747.5003(4) - Emergency Preparedness-Continuity of CareRisk level: Medium High

The emergency preparedness plan is missing details on how the children will continue care at the alternate shelter until all children have been released to their parents.

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

InspectionDecember 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

ReportDecember 2, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

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