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Home › TX › Clute › A Brighter Day Learning Academy
925 W PLANTATION DR, Clute TX 77531-5226 · License #1618217 · Center · Licensed Center
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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 Corrected by Jun 5, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Caregivers admit to being on their phone during the day. The director admits to having a problem with caregivers being on their phone.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Based on the preponderance of information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to conclude that caregivers either use prohibited punishment or threaten prohibited punishment by hitting the table near the child to gain their attention.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was seen on video running out of the classroom without teacher knowledge two times.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
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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 Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 12, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 5, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 5, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 5, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 12, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 10, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.605(6) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five children files had a parent listed as their emergency contact.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
One child's file is missing a completed immunization record.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement
One child's file out of 10 reviewed was missing a statement of health.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Nov 10, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Nov 10, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.607 · Signed Admission Form
One child's file does not have a parent or guardian's signature on it.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 19, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Aug 15, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 19, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 19, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
Follow up 7/19/22: The files still were not complete.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2205(a)(2) · Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
Daily schedules are not posted in any of the classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
Two children files out of 10 reviewed are missing completed shot records.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 19, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 19, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement
One child's file out of 10 reviewed is missing their health statement.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 29, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jul 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 29, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 29, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
The files for the 17 year old caregivers were incomplete.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 29, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jun 29, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.613(a) · Required Immunizations
Follow up 9/22/21: The immunization records were still not up to date during the follow up inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.613(a) · Required Immunizations
Two children are missing their shot records from their file. Six children do not have complete shot records in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2415(a)(1) · Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
A walker with wheels was observed in the infant room. Note: A picture was taken for the file. The walker was removed out of the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1609 · Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
The infant room has exceeded the maximum group size for the specified age group. The specified age group is 0 to 11 months old. There is 12 infants in the room which exceeds the maximum number of 10.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5617(a)(5) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
Van number 105 is missing the fire extingusher Note: The director had an extra extingusher that was placed in the van.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5617(a)(6) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
Van 105 did not have a first aid kit available. Note: The director was able to get a complete first aid kit from inside the operation.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Feeding instructions for the infants not yet ready for table food have not been updated in the last 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.