Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued April 1, 2004

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 13033 LANDMARK ST, HOUSTON, TX 77045 3431
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: April 1, 2004
Operation number: 834778
Licensed capacity: 55 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	10
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	0
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,654
Citations recorded	30
Findings still pending	1
Record covers	January 18, 2022 – October 28, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	10
Medium High	9
Medium	11

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 28, 2026Finding still pending in the state’s records0 of 580 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 3, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionNovember 19, 20251 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

An individual who is apart of maintenance was observed in a toddler classroom having a conversation with another caregiver while children were present. The individual does not have an active background check in the system. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the individual leave.

Correction verified by the state on December 3, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 12, 20254 citations recorded4 of 599 standards cited at this visit

746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of CompletionRisk level: Medium High

One out of ten caregiver did not have a high school diploma or equivalent on file

Correction verified by the state on November 19, 2025.

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

one out of six children did not have an admission form available for review

Correction verified by the state on November 19, 2025.

746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High

A six month infant was observed sleeping in a swing for over ten minutes. This was corrected during the inspection when I informed the two caregivers to remove the child from the swing and place the child in the crib

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

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium

One out of six children did not have a health statement available for review

Correction verified by the state on November 19, 2025.

InspectionDecember 17, 20243 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoRisk level: Medium

Children under the age of two were observed watching mickey mouse on a tablet while eating snack. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver turing the tablet off and closing it.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesRisk level: Medium

Children were observed watching mickey mouse during snack time This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver turn off the tablet and closed it.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.5405 - Documentation of Gas Leak InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The gas leak test report is not available for review

Correction verified by the state on January 6, 2025.

InspectionDecember 6, 20247 citations recorded7 of 670 standards cited at this visit

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The fire inspection report was not available for review.

Correction verified by the state on February 6, 2025.

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium

Six out of Six caregivers are missing the required health and safety Audit trainings. (1) Emergency preparedness (2) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (3) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials i).

Correction verified by the state on December 12, 2024.

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

Five out of six caregivers have expired CPR First aid certificates. The CPR first aid expired August 22nd, 2024.

Correction verified by the state on December 12, 2024.

746.4601(4) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or OpeningsRisk level: High

The playground structure had grey nail bolts sticking out of the black barrier. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed maintenance hammering the bolts back into place.

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

746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: High

While in the crib, a five month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver remove the blanket.

Correction verified by the state on December 17, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High

Five out of six caregivers have expired CPR First aid certificates. The CPR first aid expired August 22nd, 2024.

Correction verified by the state on December 12, 2024.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The health inspection report was not available for review.

Correction verified by the state on December 6, 2024.

InspectionDecember 27, 20231 citation recorded1 of 594 standards cited at this visit

746.501(a)(9) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and YoungerRisk level: High

The infant safe sleep policy was not written in the operational policies.

Correction verified by the state on January 4, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 20, 20231 citation recorded1 of 10 standards cited at this visit

746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationRisk level: High

1 child's file still does not contain the complete emergenct contact information.

Correction verified by the state on January 23, 2023.

InspectionJanuary 6, 202311 citations recorded11 of 625 standards cited at this visit

746.3701(9) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip OverRisk level: Medium High

A television was not mounted or anchored during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023.

746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationRisk level: High

2 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain the authorization for emergency medical treatment.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

An annual fire inspection has not been conducted within the past 12 months.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.801(6) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability InsuranceRisk level: Medium

Documentation of current liability insurance was not available during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023.

746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High

During the inspection infants were observed sleeping in baby swings. Note: The caregivers removed the infants from the swing to their crib.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium

Documentation showing the promotion of physical activities was missing from the operational policies and the following information must be included: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operatio (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium

The feeding instructions for 3 infants have not been updated within the last 30 days.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023.

746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing SinkRisk level: Medium High

Bottles, spoons and bowls were observed on the hand washing sink in the infant room.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023.

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

The annual children's product certification expired last month and has not been completed.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023.

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

1 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain documentation of immunizations.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023.

746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: High

A 6 week old infant was observed in a crib with blankets and a boppy pillow during the inspection. Note: It was discussed with the provider that infants under 12 months must not have anything in their cribs but the tight fitting sheet due to the risk of SIDS. The provider removed the items from the crib during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 18, 20222 citations recorded2 of 566 standards cited at this visit

746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak InspectionRisk level: Medium High

Current gas inspection was not available duirng inspection.

Correction verified by the state on January 21, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium

Health statement was missing on one out of four files checked.

Correction verified by the state on January 20, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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