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Pleasant Valley Baptist Church
555 E HASTINGS AVE, Amarillo TX 79108-5240 · License #541191 · Licensed Center
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- Director
- Melissa Gilliam
- Phone
- (806) 383-2200
- Website
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- Address
- 555 E HASTINGS AVE, Amarillo TX 79108-5240 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 125 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium High
746.3505(e) · Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Diaper changing was observed and the diaper changing surface was not sanitized in between each session.
Corrected by Sep 9, 2025
- Medium High
746.3415(4) · Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash their hand their hands after changing a child's diaper and then immediately went to feeding that same child.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2025
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
There was evidence of active insect activity in the office of the daycare.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Medium
746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Three infant feeding instructions were last udated over 30 days ago.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Medium High
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
A child had their diaper changed and they did not have their hands washed after. Then they immediately were transitioned to being fed a bottle as well.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2025
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The playground had equipment with cracks in the plastic. The areas were covered with duct tape to remove the exposed pinch hazard. One trash can had layered food that was dried onto the bottom of the lid. This was scrubbed at inspection and dried food removed. The fence of the outdoor space had an extended bolt that needs to be shortened to reduce the likelihood of injuries. This was covered with a cup and taped to reduce the risk.
Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
- Medium
746.801(10) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
The emergency practices documentation was lacking the first page that documents the severe weather and lock down drills for the calendar year. Additionally, a fire drill was not documented for March. And the monthly checks of the fire extinguisher check, smoke detector and carbon dioxide detector check was not documented for February or March.
Corrected by Apr 19, 2024
- Medium High
746.5101(b) · Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
An updated annual fire inspection was due by 04/11/2023 and had not been conducted or scheduled.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Medium
746.801(13) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Gas Inspection Report
The most recent gas leak inspection was not availlable for review.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Low
746.1329(d) · Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
Two employee records was lacking documentation of completed orientation. One employee records was lacking documentation of completed pre service. It was corrected at inspection with the orientation and pre service training previously completed documented.
Corrected by Feb 27, 2024
- High
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A volunteer had access to children in care before having an eligibility notification from the centralized background check unit. The volunteer left the operation during the inspection.
Corrected by Feb 27, 2024
- High
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A frequent visitor was present at the operation for at least 3 days in the last 30 days prior to having an eligibility notification received by the operation. The frequent visitor left the operation during the inspection.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Multiple classrooms were lacking lids to trash cans that have dirty diapers and food debri from afternoon snack time. One classroom had a cord hanging from the shelf and is in reach of children and poses a risk. One play house on the playground has a broken piece that is a sharp edge and presents a risk.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Medium High
746.3317(6) · Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Two classrooms were observed with children eating snack on the bare table without a napkin or plate.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Medium High
746.3505(e) · Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Diaper changing was observed in an infant classroom and the diaper changing surface was not sanitized.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Medium High
746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
For the months of September 2023 and October 2023, there were no documented fire drills conducted.
Corrected by Nov 3, 2023
- Medium High
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
One classroom was observed with the older infant not having their hands washed after a diaper change. Additionally, the staff member did not wash their own hands after changing a diaper as well.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Medium High
746.5607(b) · Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
Four booster seats and one five point harness car seat used to transport children in care were past their expiration date.
Corrected by Nov 17, 2023
- Medium High
746.3301(f)(2) · Nutrition and Food Service - Water served safe and sanitary
Children returned from outdoor activities and were not served water. This was corrected at inspection with director directing the staff to serve water.
Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
- High
746.2417(2)(B) · Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
An infant was observed in a restrictive device at inspection for more than 15 minutes.
Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
- Medium High
746.4607(b)(1) · Maximum Height - Under Age 2
Children less than 2 years of age were observed on equipment that is higher than 32 inches at the highest designated point.
Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
- Medium High
746.4907(d) · Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Climbing equipment that requires 6 inches of loose fill within the use zone was limited and did not meet the 6 inches requirements. Various areas were also compacted down.
Corrected by Apr 28, 2023
- Medium
746.801(3) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Two personnel records was lacking documentation of pre service training. One record was lacking documentation of orientation. Two were lacking the check boxes being selected for orientation and the trainer signature. One record was lacking a copy of photo identification. Two records was lacking a notorized affavit of employment.
Corrected by Apr 17, 2023
- Medium High
746.2803(4)(A) · Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Use Praise and Encouragement
A caregiver was not using positive guidance when communicating with children about inappropriate behavior. They were additionally raising their voice and using a harsh tone.
Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
- Medium High
746.305(a)(5) · Report of Criminal Complaint Against Employees
The operation failed to notify child care regulation about an arrest of a subject with a background check under the operation within two days of the arrest.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2023
- Medium High
746.3317(6) · Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Children were observed at inspection eating snackwith their food served on the table surface without a plate or sanitary napkin. This was corrected at inspection with napkins being provided for the remainder of the children's snack time.
Corrected by Jul 7, 2022
- Medium High
746.1301(7)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
The director and the caregiver that provides transportation does not have current transportation training in their most complete training year or their current training year.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
- Medium
746.301(2) · Notification of Change in Space
An additional building was added and started being used on May 27th, 2022 without notification to child care regulation.
Corrected by Jun 29, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Sep 9, 2025 inspection noted: “Diaper changing was observed and the diaper changing surface was not sanitized in between each session.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Aug 29, 2025 inspection noted: “A caregiver did not wash their hand their hands after changing a child's diaper and then immediately went to feeding that same child.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Sep 11, 2024 inspection noted: “The playground had equipment with cracks in the plastic. The areas were covered with duct tape to remove the exposed pinch hazard. One trash can had layered foo…” — what has changed since then?
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