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Harvest Christian Academy

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued April 11, 2000

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
17770 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR, HOUSTON, TX 77060 6100
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
April 11, 2000
Operation number
546570
Licensed capacity
180 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit
YES

The record at a glance

Inspections on record24
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record7
Assessments on record0
Standards evaluated across those visits4,443
Citations recorded49
Record coversSeptember 8, 2022 – October 8, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High19
Medium High17
Medium11
Low2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 8, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 23, 20266 citations recorded6 of 15 standards cited at this visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
There were 9 month infants combined with children as old as 4 years old.

Correction verified by the state on October 8, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High
The following cleaning supplies were accessible to children: disinffectant spray and wipes, detergent pods. This was corrected at inspection.

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

746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 MinutesRisk level: High
One infant was observed in a restrictive device for more than 15 minutes. The caregiver stated the child was in the highchair for 30 minutes.

Correction verified by the state on October 8, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationRisk level: Medium
Follow up inspection was conducted and the requirements were not met. This deficiency is being recited. Out of the ten children evaluated the following things were missing: Five lacked the date of admissions One lacked the name and telephone numbers of the persons child can be release to All lacked updated water permissions activities Six lacked the name, telephone, and addreess of the Doctor's telephone number Eight lacked the updated needs Special Needs Information

Correction verified by the state on October 8, 2026.

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High
There were uncovered outlets in the cafeteria. This was corrected at inspection.

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

746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care programRisk level: Low
Follow up inspection was conducted and the requirements were not met. This deficiency is being recited. All ten children lacked a Health Statement.

Correction verified by the state on October 8, 2026.

InspectionSeptember 3, 20261 citation recorded1 of 14 standards cited at this visit
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605Risk level: High
Caregiver was observed supervising four two year olds without a background check on file. Note: This was corrected when Caregiver left the building.

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

InspectionAugust 27, 202619 citations recorded19 of 577 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationRisk level: Medium
Out of the ten children evaluated the following things were missing: Five lacked the date of admissions One lacked the name and telephone numbers of the persons child can be release to All lacked updated water permissions activities Six lacked the name, telephone, and addreess of the Doctor's telephone number Eight lacked the updated needs Special Needs Information

Correction verified by the state on September 23, 2026.

746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High
The operational policies were reviewed and the following information was missing: Immunization requirements Enrollment Procedures Criteria used when the weather prevents outdoor play Parent's Right Emergency preparedness plan Vaccine requirements for staff

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

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitRisk level: Medium
One vehicle that transports children does not have a thermometer.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026.

746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each ChildRisk level: High
Emergency contact information is not on the vehicles that are transporting children.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical InformationRisk level: High
Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms are not on the vehicles used for transportation.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4003(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not ExpiredRisk level: Medium
One vehicle that transport children had expired antiseptic wipes.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026.

746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherRisk level: High
One vehicle transporting children did not have a fire extinguisher.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High
Electrical outlets in multiple classrooms were found without safety covers.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
In the infant room, one child did not have written feeding instructions.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary SurfacingRisk level: Medium High
A piece of rotating equipment does not have loose-fill surfacing installed in the use zone.

Correction verified by the state on September 23, 2026.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High
The Director has completed any transportation safety course.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
In the infant room, one child's feeding Instruction. was not updated within 30 days.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - OrientationRisk level: Medium High
All seven staff have not completed an orientation to the childcare center.

Correction verified by the state on September 23, 2026.

746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care programRisk level: Low
All ten children lacked a Health Statement.

Correction verified by the state on September 23, 2026. 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
There are three staff that does not have staff First Aid training.

Correction verified by the state on September 23, 2026.

746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean SurfaceRisk level: Medium High
Diapers were being changed on a blanket which is an non-absorbent surface.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High
One staff does not have CPR training.

Correction verified by the state on September 23, 2026.

746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid KitRisk level: High
One vehicle transporting children did not have a first aid kit.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Out of seven records reviewed: Five lacked how they meet the education requirements. One lacked photo identification. Seven lacked documentation that a copy of the parent handbook was received.

Correction verified by the state on September 23, 2026.

InspectionApril 23, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 648 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 2, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 259 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 8, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 212 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 24, 20253 citations recorded3 of 267 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and agesRisk level: Medium High
The caregiver overseeing four children did not accurately identify the ages of the children in they were responsible for.

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

746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy PlanRisk level: Medium High
One child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a Food Allergy Plan on file signed by the doctor and parent available for review.

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

746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
During the inspection, two children under 17 months old were observed in the same designated area eating their snack with children as old as 12 years old.

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

InspectionMay 15, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 182 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 7, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 10, 20251 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium
Based on the information gathered during the investigation, the director's training in this topic was last completed on 03/19/2024.

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

ReportApril 8, 20254 citations recorded4 of 11 standards cited at this visit
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesRisk level: Medium
Based on the findings from the investigation, screen time was observed while a group of children were being served and eating dinner.

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

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the director allowed a newly hired employee to have unsupervised access to children without first completing the required 8-hrs of Pre-Service Training nor had the individual completed an abuse/neglect training.

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

746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
Based on the findings from the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support infants are mixed with older children. Two children under 18 months of age, were observed in the same designated area eating dinner with children as old as 12-years old.

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

746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, two caregivers did not have up-to-date training on this topic on 04/10/2025. One caregiver completed their training on 04/25/2025 and the other caregiver's training was last completed on 04/28/2023.

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

InspectionApril 3, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 164 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 31, 20241 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The current fire inspection available for review was conducted on 11/28/2023.

Correction verified by the state on January 9, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportNovember 12, 20244 citations recorded4 of 11 standards cited at this visit
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child UnattendedRisk level: High
Based upon the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support, the driver who transported a group of children failed to follow the facilities safety precautions for loading and unloading children. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.

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

746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All ChildrenRisk level: High
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.

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

746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or ExploitedRisk level: High
This standard was found to be deficient as part of a DFPS investigation, sufficient evidence to validate that Neglectful Supervision of a child occurred when a child was left on the vehicle unattended.

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

746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicleRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the driver who transported a group of children failed to conduct a walk-through and/or a visual check to all children were unloaded before disabling the alarm system in the rear of the vehicle.

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

InspectionMay 22, 20241 citation recorded1 of 814 standards cited at this visit
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months RequiredRisk level: Medium High
Two caregivers who provide care for children under 24-months old did not have current SIDS/Shaken Baby & Brain Development.

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

InspectionApril 23, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionMarch 14, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 11, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
A 16 month old child was combined in a group where the oldest child was 7 years old.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportFebruary 26, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 6 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 25, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 462 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 8, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportMarch 7, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 6, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportFebruary 3, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 18, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 316 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 15, 20222 citations recorded2 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High
The driver who transported children from their elementary school to the facility did not have emergency medical information nor the parent's contact information available for review.

Correction verified by the state on January 18, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
There were more than 13 children in care at the time of the inspection, a 6 year old child was observed in the classroom with 5 infants under 18 months old, as a result, the oldest child in the group was more than 18 months older than the youngest child in the group.

Correction verified by the state on January 12, 2023.

InspectionOctober 3, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 12, 20224 citations recorded4 of 447 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
Documentation of the current fire inspection was not available for review during the inspection. The last documented fire inspection available to licensing was conducted on 09/24/2020.

Correction verified by the state on November 22, 2022.

746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible ForRisk level: High
Two caregivers were observed to be in charge of a total of 14 children. When asked how many children they had, 1 caregiver stated they were responsible for 9 children, the other caregiver stated they were responsible for 7 children. When asked again, the caregivers were not able to provide an accurate number of children they were responsible for. CCR informed the caregivers there were only 14 children, then it was stated, two children just went home.

Correction verified by the state on October 3, 2022.

746.4135(c) - Children's Products-Posting of CPSC websiteRisk level: Medium
Certification was not available for reviiew to support the facility did not have any items recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Correction verified by the state on September 13, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High
Documentation was not available upon request to validate the director and any caregiver who transports completed the required 2 hours of Transportation Safety Training.

Correction verified by the state on September 14, 2022.

ReportSeptember 12, 20222 citations recorded2 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child UnattendedRisk level: High
Based upon the information obtained during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support, the driver who transported a group of children, failed to follow the facilities procedures regarding safety precautions for loading and unloading children which resulted in a child being left in the center's vehicle unattended.

Correction verified by the state on December 15, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All ChildrenRisk level: High
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.

Correction verified by the state on December 15, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportSeptember 8, 2022Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

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