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Pleasant Valley Baptist Church

555 E HASTINGS AVE, Amarillo TX 79108-5240 · License #541191 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 125 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Sep 17, 2025
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Director
Melissa Gilliam
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Address
555 E HASTINGS AVE, Amarillo TX 79108-5240 · Directions

Hours

Mon07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Tue07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Wed07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Thu07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Fri07:00 AM-06:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareMeals ProvidedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedPart Time CareTransportation to/from School

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 125 children
18
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
14
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
14
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
1.3
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Sep 17, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Sep 9, 2025 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • 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

Aug 29, 2025 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • 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

Jul 29, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Feb 28, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Sep 11, 2024 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • 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

May 9, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 12, 2024 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • 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

Feb 27, 2024 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • 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

Nov 27, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Nov 10, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Nov 6, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • 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

Nov 1, 2023 — Inspection
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • 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

Oct 13, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 28, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 14, 2023 — Inspection
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • 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

Jan 17, 2023 — Assessment
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • 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

Jul 7, 2022 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • 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

Jun 29, 2022 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • 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

Jul 20, 2021 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 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?
  2. 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?
  3. 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?

Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error