A Brighter Day Learning Academy

746.801(1) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records

Children records were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.

Corrected by Jun 5, 2026

746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

The preschool classroom was over ratio by 3 children. Note: A second caregiver arrived during my inspection.

Corrected by Jun 2, 2026

746.4803 · Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment

The arch climber, on the playground, does not have the required 6 feet of use zone.

Corrected by Jun 15, 2026

746.3701(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

The electrical outlet in the toddler room was uncovered. Note: The caregiver covered the outlet before I left the classroom.

Corrected by Jun 2, 2026

746.4901(a) · Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing

There is a merry go round, on the playground, that does not have loose fill in the fall zones of the equipment.

Corrected by Jun 15, 2026

746.2207(a) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

The tv was on in the infant room. Note: The caregiver was informed that the tv cannot be on for children under 2 years old and it was shut off.

Corrected by Jun 2, 2026

746.1013(b) · Director's Absence - Extended Period

The director has been absent for an extended period of time and has not requalified a director to take over in their absence.

Corrected by Jun 12, 2026

746.2421(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

There were no feeding instructions available for the infants not on table foods.

Corrected by Jun 5, 2026

746.1013(a)(3) · Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records

The caregiver in charge did not have access to the files and paperwork needed for the inspection.

Corrected by Jun 5, 2026

746.801(3) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records

Staff files were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.

Corrected by Jun 5, 2026

746.3407(9) · Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

In the infant 2 class has a play pen that has the net part ripped, the air vent has visible dirt on it, the paint is chipping. The table in the pre-k room is broken and laying on it's side. There are three broken shelves in the pre-k room as well. In the toddler 2 class there is a ceiling tile that is saturated and appears to have mold on it.

Corrected by Jun 12, 2026

746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

The toddler room was over ratio by 4 children. One caregiver was supervising 15 children with the specified age group being 2 years old. Ratio for 2 year olds is s1 caregiver to 11 children.

Corrected by Aug 28, 2025

746.1205(a)(3) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages

The infant room teachers were unaware of each child's age to determine the specified age group for ratio. Note: The director went into the room and ensured the staff had access to each child's age so they could determine proper ratios.

Corrected by Aug 28, 2025

746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

The straps in the infant table were not being used while the infants were sitting in the seats eating lunch. Note: The caregiver strapped the children in.

Corrected by Jun 10, 2025

746.605(6) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

Five children files had a parent listed as their emergency contact.

Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

746.611(a)(1) · Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program

Four children files did not have a health statement.

Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

746.801(3) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records

Staff files were not available for review at the operation during my inspection.

Corrected by Jun 20, 2025

746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations

Two children's files out of 10 reviewed did not have a shot record. One child's file did not have a completed shot record.

Corrected by Jul 5, 2024

746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations

One child's file is missing a completed immunization record.

Corrected by Jul 28, 2023

746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement

One child's file out of 10 reviewed was missing a statement of health.

Corrected by Jul 28, 2023

746.1605 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

Follow up: There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.

Corrected by Nov 21, 2022

746.1605 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.

Corrected by Nov 10, 2022

746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

The infant room was out of ratio. Two caregivers were supervising 14 children 3 months to 23 months. Leaving the room over ratio by 5 children. Note: 3 children were moved to another room and one caregiver moved to another classroom with 6 children to ensure ratio is correct.

Corrected by Nov 10, 2022

746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

A 6 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a string of beads attached to their pacifier. A photos was taken and the beads removed from the pacifier.

Corrected by Aug 12, 2022

746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer inside the crib. The infant was 5 months old. Note: The infant was removed from the bouncer and laid down in the crib that was bare.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2022

746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

Feeding instructions were not updated within the last 30 days for all three infants on forumla.

Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

746.3701(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

The electrical outlet in the infant room is missing the plastic cover exposing the inside wires and dry wall. Note: A picture was taken for the file. The cover was replaced during my inspection.

Corrected by Jul 19, 2022

746.1109(a)(3)(A) · Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC

Follow up 7/19/22: The caregivers, who are under 18, are still not enrolled or have completed the career development courses in high school. Note: A waiver has been turned in for the three caregivers.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2022

746.3407(9) · Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

Tile in the infant room is broken and cracked. Doors and walls were observed with visible dirt on them through out the building. Chairs in the cafeteria were observed with visible dirt and grime on them. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.

Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

Three classrooms were still over ratio. Infant room: The infant room was over ratio by 7 children. 2 caregivers to 18 children when I entered the room. 7 children were removed from the room and out with another caregiver in another room. 3 year old room: The three year old room was over ratio by 2 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for the day to help in that room. 4 year old room: The room was over ratio by 3 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for their shift and was placed in the room. Note: All rooms were brought into compliance before the end of the inspection.

Corrected by Jul 19, 2022

746.3701(5) · Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe

A nail was sticking out of the shelve in the toddler room. In the 3 year old room the shelve was missing the plastic boarder on the edges exposing the pressed board. Note: Pictures were taken. The nail was removed and the other shelf had tape put on the edges to keep them from getting sharp and to remove access to the wood.

Corrected by Jul 19, 2022

746.901 · Required Personnel Records

Follow up 7/19/22: The files still were not complete.

Corrected by Jul 29, 2022

746.2205(a)(2) · Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities

Daily schedules are not posted in any of the classrooms.

Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

746.607 · Signed Admission Form

One child's file does not have a parent or guardian's signature on it.

Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

746.605(6) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

Three children files out of 10 reviewed are missing addresses for their emergency contacts. One child's file is missing an emergency contact.

Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained

One child's file out of 10 reviewed is missing the entire 1st page of the enrollment form.

Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations

Two children files out of 10 reviewed are missing completed shot records.

Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

746.2207(a) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

The TV was on in the infant room when I arrived. Note: The TV was shut off before I left the room.

Corrected by Jul 19, 2022

746.2419(8) · Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink

The hand washing sink was being used for both hand washing and washing bottles. Note: It was explained to the teachers that bottles could not be washed or rinsed in the hand washing sinks. A picture was taken for the file.

Corrected by Jul 19, 2022

746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement

One child's file out of 10 reviewed is missing their health statement.

Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

746.1605 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

The youngest child in the infant room is four months old and the oldest child is 25 months. That is a 21 month gap.

Corrected by Jun 29, 2022

746.1109(a)(3)(A) · Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC

There is no documentation showing the two 17 year olds are enrolled or completed the career development program at their high school.

Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

746.1203(4) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children

Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove that caregivers are standing in the hall way while a child goes to the restroom down the hall. Leaving the classroom unattended and unsupervised. Also, the staff are not directly supervising children in the restroom while standing in the hall by the classroom door.

Corrected by Jun 29, 2022

745.621(a)(7) · AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605

Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove a 15 year old was present at the operation without a background check. The 15 year old is counted in ratio for the children.

Corrected by Jun 29, 2022

746.901 · Required Personnel Records

The files for the 17 year old caregivers were incomplete.

Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

Three classrooms were over ratio. The infant room has 18 infants and toddlers with 2 caregivers supervising them. The infant room is over ratio by 8 children. The two year old room is over ratio by two children. One staff member is supervising 13 two year olds. The three year old classroom is over ratio by 5 children. The staff member is supervising 20 children all three years old.

Corrected by Jun 29, 2022

746.301(2) · Notification of Change in Space

Changes have been made to the infant room, cafeteria/school age room, and a toddler room. Licensing was not notified of these changes. Note: Pictures were taken for the file. The director informed me of the changes inside the building.

Corrected by Jun 29, 2022