Excel Pre-School

Licensed Center in HENDERSON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued December 4, 2009

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 501 S MARSHALL ST, HENDERSON, TX 75654 3980
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: December 4, 2009
Operation number: 998808
Licensed capacity: 75 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-05:30 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	19
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	5
Assessments on record	4
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,752
Citations recorded	37
Record covers	November 4, 2021 – October 8, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	8
Medium High	12
Medium	10
Medium Low	5
Low	2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 8, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportOctober 5, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 11, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last nameRisk level: Medium Low

The operation did not have a current employee list printed and posted during the inspection. This was corrected at the inspection when the list was printed off and posted.

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

AssessmentAugust 14, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of IssuanceRisk level: Medium

The operation did not update/provide proof of coverage by their anniversary date.

Correction verified by the state on September 11, 2026.

AssessmentJuly 9, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of IssuanceRisk level: Medium

The operation did not update/provide proof of coverage by their anniversary date.

Correction verified by the state on August 14, 2026.

InspectionJuly 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 29, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMay 27, 20264 citations recorded4 of 8 standards cited at this visit

746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possibleRisk level: High

This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that infants were sleeping in restrictive devices on multiple occasions for extended times.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a parent was not receiving a daily report.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium

This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that caregivers were not following the written feeding instructions.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High

This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when the director stated another individual was responsible for the daily running of the facility.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 12, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionJanuary 29, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or InvestigationRisk level: Medium

The most recent inspection report from December 2025 was not posted at the operation.

Correction verified by the state on January 30, 2026.

InspectionDecember 30, 20252 citations recorded2 of 720 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous MaterialsRisk level: Medium High

During the inspection bottle of fabric softener and laundry detergent were present in a room with children and within reach.

Correction verified by the state on January 29, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or InvestigationRisk level: Medium

The most recent inspection report from May 2025 was not posted at the operation.

Correction verified by the state on January 29, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJune 9, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High

This standard was found to be out of compliance through a DFPS investigation. The operation stated they did not have a record of who picked up the child

Correction verified by the state on August 8, 2025.

InspectionMay 27, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 13, 20254 citations recorded4 of 548 standards cited at this visit

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

During the insepction a child was found to be by themselves in a room with the lights off.

Correction verified by the state on May 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

An individual with a pending background check was in a classroom watching children.

Correction verified by the state on May 13, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High

During the insepction a child was observed playing with a container of Gain Fabric Sheets marked keep out of reach

Correction verified by the state on May 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

During the inspection a person with a Conditional background check was not following the conditions set on their background check.

Correction verified by the state on May 13, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 9, 20251 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious InjuriesRisk level: Medium

This standard was found to be out of compliance through an investigation, when a caregiver stated they had at one point did not inform a parent or the office of a less serious injury to their child.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2025.

InspectionOctober 1, 20241 citation recorded1 of 2 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

During the inspection an individual that did not have an eligible background check was present inside a classroom.

Correction verified by the state on October 1, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 25, 20245 citations recorded5 of 672 standards cited at this visit

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

Infant feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in more than 30 days.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

Exposed dry wall and peeling paint were observed during the walk through.

Correction verified by the state on October 1, 2024.

746.609(a) - Update Admission Information - ProcedureRisk level: Low

During review the 8 children's records seen had not been updated since 2022.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2205(a)(2) - Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily ActivitiesRisk level: Medium

During the walkthrough the activity plan was seen posted, the plan did not list the dates the plan covered.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2024. 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

During my inspection I observed infants sitting in restrictive devices for over 15 minutes. The children were not eating or being transported.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentJune 21, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of IssuanceRisk level: Medium

This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The operation has not updated or provided liability insurance information by the required date.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportDecember 7, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 30, 20231 citation recorded1 of 582 standards cited at this visit

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High

The fire drill documentation was observed and discussed at the operation. The average exit time was seen to be 4 minutes during the fire drills.

Correction verified by the state on October 12, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 24, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 10, 20233 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High

During the inspection a smoke detector was heard beeping for low battery. The monthly test log was then observed after and found ot not have been complete since January.

Correction verified by the state on May 24, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High

During the inspection a sign in and sign out log was viewed however there were not parent or employee initials or signature.

Correction verified by the state on May 24, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last nameRisk level: Medium Low

A current employee list was not available upon request. This was corrected at the inspection when the staff made a current employees list.

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

InspectionApril 14, 20232 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High

During the inspection the sign in and sign out log was viewed. The log does not have a time of the children's arrival or time of the children's departure.

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

During the inspection I observed the infant caregivers using the handwashing sink to clean bottles, and the cleaning sink to wash their hands. The caregivers then switched back to using the handwashing sink for handwashing and vice versa.

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentJanuary 20, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

Your operation did not complete the employees who left survey for 2022 in the required timeframe.

Correction verified by the state on February 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 21, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 28, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

During the inspection one of the classrooms was observed with 1 caregiver and 18 children, the specified age range of the classroom was 3 years old.

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

InspectionOctober 19, 20226 citations recorded6 of 849 standards cited at this visit

746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last nameRisk level: Medium Low

The current employee list was not posted or printed upon arrival for the inspection. This was corrected at the inspection when the person in charge printed off a copy and posted it to the board.

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

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

During the inspection the flooring in multiple classrooms was observed to be loose or missing. This posed a tripping hazard to caregivers and children and exposed the material for children to pick at.

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

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitRisk level: Medium Low

During the inspection 4 out of the 8 records observed did not have the required notarized affidavit. 3 did not have the employment start date.

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

746.1313 - Time Period of TrainingRisk level: Low

The operation was not using the caregivers hire date as the starting point for annual training. This was corrected at the inspection when I discussed this with the person in charge, the operation will now start to use the hire date as the starting point for annual trainings.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

During the inspection the two year old classroom was found to be out of ratio.

Correction verified by the state on October 28, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

During the inspection only 7.5 hours of annual training could be provided for the director for the previous training year.

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

InspectionNovember 4, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 336 standards cited at this visit

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