Early Learning Academy - Westfield

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued January 20, 2009

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 16713 ELLA BLVD, HOUSTON, TX 77090 4213
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: January 20, 2009
Operation number: 904008
Licensed capacity: 83 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 05:00 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	11
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	3
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,739
Citations recorded	14
Record covers	December 9, 2021 – October 6, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	7
Medium High	5
Medium	2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 6, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 845 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 5, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionApril 10, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportApril 9, 20261 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High

Based on the video footage observed, one staff was observed pulling/yanking a child by the arm in attempt to transition the child to the outdoor area during a fire drill.

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

InspectionOctober 9, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 418 standards cited at this visit

InspectionNovember 22, 20241 citation recorded1 of 858 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

A student was caring and present with children prior to having a completed initial background check with fingerprints.

Correction verified by the state on December 2, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 5, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 411 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 6, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 9, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 23, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

ReportFebruary 23, 20231 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal PunishmentRisk level: High

Based on the evidence obtained by DFPS, video footage was reviewed and showed a caregiver hitting a child with her hand. The caregiver also threatened and attempted to hit the child prior to actually hitting the child with the ruler.

Correction verified by the state on April 6, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportFebruary 22, 20233 citations recorded3 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activitiesRisk level: Medium High

The director reported that while reviewing video footage, she saw a caregiver using her cell phone while caring for children.

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

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High

After reviewing video footage of the incidents, it is determined that the caregivers did not demonstrate good judgement and self-control by inappropriately grabbing a child.

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or UnusualRisk level: High

Video footage showed two caregivers yanking, grabbing and inappropriately handling a child.

Correction verified by the state on March 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 6, 20221 citation recorded1 of 810 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

A caregiver, hired on 10/18/22, was present and caring for children prior to having a completed initial background check with fingerprints. This was correct when the caregiver was removed.

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

InspectionDecember 9, 20217 citations recorded7 of 383 standards cited at this visit

746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topicsRisk level: Medium

The director did not receive training in handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials for the August 202-August 2021 training year.

Correction verified by the state on January 4, 2022.

746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 monthsRisk level: Medium High

The director did not receive training in SIDS, Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma for the August 2020-August 2021 training year.

Correction verified by the state on January 4, 2022.

746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months RequiredRisk level: Medium High

Of the 10 personnel records evaluated,three did not receive training covering SIDS, Shaeken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma.

Correction verified by the state on January 4, 2022.

746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service TrainingRisk level: Medium High

Of the 10 children's records evaluated, one lacked pre-seervice training in SIDS.

Correction verified by the state on January 4, 2022.

746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with ParentRisk level: Medium High

A daily report sheet is not being compoeted for infants over 12 months old. Daily report sheets must be provided for all infants. An infant is descirbed a child aaged 0-17 months.

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

746.613(a) - Required ImmunizationsRisk level: High

Of the 10 children's records evaluated, three were behind with immunizations.

Correction verified by the state on December 15, 2021.

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

Of the 10 personnel records evaluated, 8 lacked training in food allergies and handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials.

Correction verified by the state on January 4, 2022.

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.