Texas records · HARRIS County · LA PORTE

La Petite Spencer

Licensed Center in LA PORTE, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued September 10, 1985

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
8414 SPENCER HWY, LA PORTE, TX 77571 3652
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
September 10, 1985
Operation number
58481- 684
Licensed capacity
136 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record15
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record11
Assessments on record0
Standards evaluated across those visits3,329
Citations recorded25
Record coversSeptember 28, 2022 – September 21, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High6
Medium High10
Medium9

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionSeptember 21, 20262 citations recorded2 of 567 standards cited at this visit
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
I did not observe documentation to show fire extinguisher inspected monthly and recorded.

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

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High
I did not observe current sanitation inspection for the operation last one expired on 6/27/2026. The operation submitted paperwork to have the inspection completed.

Correction verified by the state on September 22, 2026.

ReportSeptember 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 21, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
The latching mechanism on the playground gate was not closing properly presenting a safety hazard.

Correction verified by the state on August 25, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportAugust 18, 2026Self-reported by the operation2 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and PullingRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained, it was determined that a caregiver used prohibited punishment when the caregiver physically grabbed and pulled on a child?s backpack during care.

Correction verified by the state on September 21, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained, it was determined that a caregiver did not use good judgment when the caregiver physically removed a child?s backpack in an aggressive manner.

Correction verified by the state on September 21, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 22, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJanuary 21, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 23, 20253 citations recorded3 of 706 standards cited at this visit
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium
I observe napping cots used by children in two rooms that were not labeled. Note: corrected when staff labeled cots.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each RoomRisk level: Medium High
The emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was not posted in infant room. Note: corrected when staff posted diagram.

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

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The mulch under playground equipment is depleted and piece wooden log along edge is deteriorating presenting a safety hazard.

Correction verified by the state on September 24, 2025.

InspectionSeptember 24, 20244 citations recorded4 of 666 standards cited at this visit
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitRisk level: Medium
The first aid kit in day care vans were incomplete missing various items and one was missing. Note: corrected during inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium
I observe six cots that were not labeled with child's name or other identifying information. Note: corrected during inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
I observe in boy's restroom unsanitary with a toilet seat, floor stains and a strong odor. Note: corrected during inspection.

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

746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training RecordsRisk level: Medium
One caregiver's personnel record was missing orientation statement, and notarized affidavit.

Correction verified by the state on September 24, 2024.

InspectionJanuary 22, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJanuary 19, 20241 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
I observe food stains along the wall and floor in the kitchen area.

Correction verified by the state on January 22, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 25, 20231 citation recorded1 of 596 standards cited at this visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
There were four infant feeding instructions that have not been updated. The Director is going to correct this by getting the infant feeding instructions updated.

Correction verified by the state on September 26, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 1, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportJuly 28, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 28, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 20, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportApril 14, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 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 inspection I observe child walked in from outside to use the restroom without staff supervision. Note: corrected when staff took child to playground.

Correction verified by the state on April 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportApril 12, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 7, 20232 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The fence on the playgrong is leaning and was not stable.

Correction verified by the state on February 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or ToddlersRisk level: High
Two month old child was in crib with a bib on and it was covering his face. The bib was removed during the inspection.

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

ReportJanuary 31, 20232 citations recorded2 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or HospitalizationRisk level: Medium High
Director was aware that she did not contact Liscencing regarding an injury that resulted in medicaal attention.

Corrected at the time of inspection. 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
There was not any documentation that a caregiver was trained in CPR/First Aid at the time of the incident..

Correction verified by the state on February 21, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 21, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportNovember 4, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 26, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportOctober 20, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 30, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionSeptember 28, 20225 citations recorded5 of 757 standards cited at this visit
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke DetectorsRisk level: Medium
The OP has not documented CO and fire drills.

Correction verified by the state on October 11, 2022.

746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age ChildRisk level: Medium
There was no school information for 2 student files inspected.

Correction verified by the state on October 7, 2022.

746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium
There was no abuse/neglect training for the staff on file when training was reviewed.

Correction verified by the state on October 7, 2022.

746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid KitRisk level: High
One bus was missing the first aid kit. Another bus first aid kit was soiled and needed replacement. Note:corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium
In the mixed class all of the cots were not labeled appropriately.

Correction verified by the state on October 7, 2022.

ReportSeptember 28, 20221 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or UnusualRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained, it was determined caregiver grabbed on to child's wrist inappropriately for an extended amount of time.

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

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.