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Texas records · HARRIS County · HOUSTON

Cookies N Cream Day Care Center

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued June 15, 2009

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
3322 YELLOWSTONE BLVD BLDG 32, HOUSTON, TX 77021 5311
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
June 15, 2009
Operation number
916595
Licensed capacity
45 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 record15
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record0
Assessments on record1
Standards evaluated across those visits3,243
Citations recorded76
Record coversSeptember 14, 2022 – July 28, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High17
Medium High40
Medium16
Low3

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 28, 20261 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
Refrigerator in toddler room observed rusted with sharp edges.

Correction verified by the state on July 31, 2026.

InspectionJuly 15, 20264 citations recorded4 of 13 standards cited at this visit
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or ToddlersRisk level: High
Infant age five months was observed sleeping in crib with a bib and pacifier attached to the bib.

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High
Loose fill was observed low with grass growing up in the mulch and in need of maintenance on playgrounds 1 & 2.

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2026.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
Refrigerator in toddler room observed rusted with sharp edges.

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2026.

746.3401(b) - Annual Sanitation Inspection - Conducted Local Sanitation OfficialRisk level: Medium High
The sanitation inspection was observed expired and not conducted within twelve months as required.

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2026.

AssessmentJuly 7, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictionsRisk level: High
Caregiver was observed having a provisional background caring for children in the role of a caregiver alone in the pre-k classroom.

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

InspectionJuly 1, 20269 citations recorded9 of 12 standards cited at this visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The playgrounds 1 & 2 were observed to have active ant beds, grass growing up inside the mulch, large screw sticking up from the surround, and foam open/exposed on the pole.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2026.

746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 MonthsRisk level: Medium High
Infant room teacher was observed to not have pre-service training available for review within caregiver record. The hire date was observed as 10/7/25.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2026.

746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 MinutesRisk level: High
Ten children ages two,two, two, seventeen months, two, months, and nineteen months were observed in a restrictive device for twenty-seven minuets. The time observed was from 8:50am-9:17am.

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

746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out LogsRisk level: Medium High
The operation was observed to have a daily tracking system to account for children in care. However the sign in/out sheets did not account for all children in care. There were 35 children in care only 19 children signed in as of 7/1/26.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2026.

746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting PeriodsRisk level: Medium
Children were observed sitting for a total of 15 minutes after having breakfast before transitioning to next activity.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2026.

746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training CupsRisk level: Medium
A 2 year old was observed sleeping on a mat with a bottle in mouth.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 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
Three out of six children records were observed not to have a health statement signed by a medical professional.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2026.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
Caregiver was observed out of ratio. There were twenty-five children in care and one caregiver. The SAG is three years.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2026.

746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by CaregiverRisk level: Medium
Caregivers were observed not following the written/daily schedule.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2026.

InspectionJune 18, 20269 citations recorded9 of 12 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out LogsRisk level: Medium High
The operation was observed to not have a daily tracking system to account for children in care for the months of April, May, and current month of June as of 6/18/26.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026.

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High
There were four children age four, eight, eight, and nine years observed in an classroom without supervision during nap time. There was no caregiver physically present at the time of inspection. Note: The infant room teacher was observed with the top of the door cracked.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 MonthsRisk level: Medium High
Infant room teacher was observed to not have pre-service training available for review within caregiver record. The hire date was observed as 10/7/25.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 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
Three out of six children records were observed not to have a health statement signed by a medical professional.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The playgrounds 1 & 2 were observed to have active ant beds, standing water at the end of the slide, and grass growing up inside the mulch.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There was one caregiver observed caring for 29 children with a specified age group of two years during nap time.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by CaregiverRisk level: Medium
Caregivers were observed not following the written/daily schedule. Children did not engage in outside play at the designated time 4:00-4:30.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026.

746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 MinutesRisk level: High
Seven children ages two,two, two, seventeen months, two, months, and nineteen months were observed in a restrictive device for more than thirty minuets. The time observed was from 2:15pm-3:15pm.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training HoursRisk level: Medium
One out of six staff was observed to not have the required operational policies training within the staff records. The staff hire date is 10/7/25.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2026.

InspectionJune 11, 202610 citations recorded10 of 679 standards cited at this visit
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance RecordsRisk level: Medium
The operation was observed to not have a playground maintenance checklist available for review for the months of April, May, and current month of June as of 6/11/26.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
Infant room teacher was observed out of ratio caring for five infants ages six months, six months, eight months, nine months, and twelve months without assistance. Note: Another Caregiver entered the room at 8:45am.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026.

746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the InfantRisk level: High
Infant age six months was observed sleep and being placed on their stomach in the crib.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The playgrounds 1 & 2 were observed to have active ant beds, standing water at the end of the slide, and grass growing up inside the mulch.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026.

746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 MonthsRisk level: Medium High
Infant room teacher was observed to not have pre-service training available for review within caregiver record. The hire date was observed as 10/7/25.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026.

746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training HoursRisk level: Medium
One out of six staff was observed to not have the required operational policies training within the staff records. The staff hire date is 10/7/25.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 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
Three out of six children records were observed not to have a health statement signed by a medical professional.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026.

746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out LogsRisk level: Medium High
The operation was observed to not have a daily tracking system to account for children in care for the months of April, May, and current month of June as of 6/11/26.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026.

746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
Two caregivers were observed caring for 25 children with a specified age group of two years.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by CaregiverRisk level: Medium
Caregivers were observed not following the written/daily schedule. Children did not engage in outside play at the designated time 11:00-11:30.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026.

InspectionAugust 19, 20251 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
There was no current fire inspection report available for review during the inspection. Fire inspection report was observed dated 10/19/2023.

Correction verified by the state on September 5, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 5, 20253 citations recorded3 of 10 standards cited at this visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
One caregiver was observed caring for 9 infants ages 6, 8, 10, 12,12,12,14,17, and 17 months old during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 19, 2025.

746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacityRisk level: High
The operation was observed having a total of 51 children present during the inspection exceeding it's licensing capacity of 45 children. Six children were observed leaving the operation during the inspection bringing the total number of children in care to 45.

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

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
There was no current fire inspection report available for review during the inspection. Fire inspection report was observed dated 10/19/2023.

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

InspectionJuly 24, 20259 citations recorded9 of 586 standards cited at this visit
746.5205(4) - Documentation of DrillsRisk level: Medium
There was no documentation of fire drills for the month of June during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025.

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High
There was no documentation of date of testing of smoke detector for the month of June available for review during the inspection

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or ExitsRisk level: Medium High
Two children were observed blocking an entrance/exit during naptime during the inspection. This was corrected during the inspection when the children were observed being moved to another area.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High
Thirteen children were observed unsupervised during naptime, when caregiver was observed leaving the room during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and InstallationRisk level: Medium High
There was no documentation of date of test for carbon monoxide detector for the month of june during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High
There was no current health inspection report available for review during the inspection. The health inspection report was dated 7/17/23.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
There was no current fire inspection report available for review during the inspection. Fire inspection report was observed dated 10/19/2023.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of AgeRisk level: Medium
Mats were observed torn and unwashable during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025.

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
There was no documentation of fire extinguishers checks available for review for the month of June during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025.

InspectionAugust 29, 20244 citations recorded4 of 685 standards cited at this visit
746.5207(a)(4) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location InsideRisk level: Medium High
The Emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was observed missing the designated location inside the center where all caregivers and children take shelter from threatening weather.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2024.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
A bag of potting soil, a bottle of lighter fluid, and a barbecue pit was observed during the inspection accessible to children in the outdoor play area. This was corrected during the inspection when all the items were observed being removed and inaccessible to the children.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and DatesRisk level: Medium
Written activity plans were observed missing dates the plan covers. This was corrected during the inspection when caregiver dated the activity plan.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.5207(a)(3) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated LocationRisk level: Medium High
The Emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was observed missing designated location outside of the center where all caregivers and children meet to ensure everyone has exited safely.

Correction verified by the state on September 3, 2024.

InspectionSeptember 5, 20238 citations recorded8 of 582 standards cited at this visit
746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and InstallationRisk level: Medium High
Carbon monoxide testing was not documented for months June, July, and August during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023.

746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
There was no written feeding instruction sheet available for review for 7 month old infant.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023.

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
Fire extinguishers check was not recorded for the months of June, July, and August during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023.

746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/CupsRisk level: Medium High
Multiple bottles and sippy cups were observed in the infant room not properly labeled with infants fist names and initials of last name. This was corrected during the inspection when the bottles and sippy cups were observed properly labeled.

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
Two infants 6 months and 11 months of age were observed in crib with toys inside of the crib. Caregivers were advised to remove all toys from the cribs.

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

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
There were no current ,updated, nor signed by parents written feeding instruction sheets available for review for 2 infants ages 6 months old.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023.

746.4003(a)(2) - First Aid Kit Incomplete Kit - Adhesive TapeRisk level: Medium
First aid kit was observed missing adhesive tape during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023.

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire InspectionRisk level: Medium High
There was no copy of most recent fire inspection report available for review during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023.

InspectionNovember 16, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionNovember 2, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 19, 20224 citations recorded4 of 11 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
One caregiver with a pending background was observed caring for children in the 0-11 month classroom.

Correction verified by the state on November 2, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on FileRisk level: High
The was one infant age 6 weeks that was swaddled while sleeping in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blanket from the child.

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

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There was 1 caregiver caring for 12 children with a SAG of 18-23 months, which put the class out of ratio by 3 children.

Correction verified by the state on November 2, 2022.

746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
Two infants were observed sleeping in rockers. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the two infants from the rockers.

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

InspectionOctober 4, 20225 citations recorded5 of 6 standards cited at this visit
746.2507(3) - Activities for Toddlers - Provide Small Muscle DevelopmentRisk level: Medium
Children were observed sitting in table chairs for over 30 minutes without being able to get down. I observed two children trying to climb out of the chairs.

Correction verified by the state on October 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There was 1 caregiver caring for 6 infants with a SAG of 0-11 months. One caregiver was caring for7 children ages 12m-3y with a SAG of 12-17 months, which put the class out of ratio by 2 children.

Correction verified by the state on October 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible ForRisk level: High
The caregiver in the 5 year old classroom did not know the correct ages of the children in her care and did not have documentation to show the children information. The caregiver in the 12-17 month class did not know the correct number of children in her care and did not have documentation to show the children information.

Correction verified by the state on October 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in ControlRisk level: Medium High
The caregiver in the 5 year old old classroom did not have control over the children in her care.

Correction verified by the state on October 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4203 - Space Requirements - Under 18 Months of Age Separate from Older ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There were 4 infants age 12-17 months in the same classroom with children 3 years and older.

Correction verified by the state on October 19, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 14, 20228 citations recorded8 of 637 standards cited at this visit
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High
Fire drill was not completed in August 2022.

Correction verified by the state on September 22, 2022.

746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: Medium High
There were 2 infants age 11 months that do not walk and do not have their own cribs for napping.

Correction verified by the state on September 22, 2022.

746.2403(3) - Infant Care Area - Separate from Older ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
In classroom 3 there were 2 16 month old children in the classroom with a child of 4, 5, and 7 years old. This was corrected at inspection when 16 month olds were moved over to the infant classroom.

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

746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each InfantRisk level: Medium
Cribs are labeled with numbers but there was not a sleep chart to indicate which crib belongs to which infant.

Correction verified by the state on September 22, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire InspectionRisk level: Medium High
The operation does not have a current fire inspection report on file.

Correction verified by the state on October 19, 2022.

746.3403 - Documentation of Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High
The operation does not have an updated sanitiation report. The sanitation report on file is from 5.17.2021.

Correction verified by the state on September 22, 2022.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There was 1 caregiver caring for 7 infants with a SAG of 0-11 months. This was corrected at inspection when another caregiver was placed in the classroom to assist.

Correction verified by the state on October 4, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There were 25 children in a classroom with 2 caregivers with a SAG of 2 years old. The class was out of ratio by 3 children. This was corrected when 3 younger children were moved over to infant class.

Correction verified by the state on October 4, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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