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Marguerite Child Development Center
2018 MARGUERITE ST, Corpus Christi TX 78405-1451 · License #1517274 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Veronica Zapata
- Phone
- (361) 904-0904
- Website
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- Address
- 2018 MARGUERITE ST, Corpus Christi TX 78405-1451 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 36 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium
746.4003(a)(3) · First Aid Kit Incomplete - Antiseptic solution or wipes
The first aid kit was missing the antisepctic solution/wipes.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Medium
746.1309(e) · Documented Annual Training- Required Content
One out of five caregivers were missing the following mandatory trainings: Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Understanding building and physical premises safety, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials. Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), Understanding early childhood brain development.
Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
- Medium High
746.1203(5) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
A caregiver in the toddler classroom was observed not giving positive interactions with the children during lunch time.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
- Medium High
746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
A teacher was not current with her SID and Shaken Baby Annual trainings.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- Medium High
746.3701(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An outlet in the Toddler classroom was missing one of its outlet covers. This was corrected during the inspection when the Executive Director brought to the school the plastic covers for the outlets. The classroom teacher of the class in question replaced the plastic outlet cover to come into compliance..
Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
- Low
746.609(a) · Update Admission Information - Procedure
Several of the children's files reviewed do not have current updates. Two of the four files reviewed have not been updated since 2022, another since 2023 and the fourth file over one year ago.
Corrected by Apr 23, 2025
- Medium High
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
At time of inspection, there was one classroom in which the caregivers personal belongings were stored in an unsecured cubbie and accessible to children. Correction was made during the inspection when the Executive Director asked the caregiver to secure their belongings in a place not accessible to the children.
Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
- Medium
746.4503(b) · Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
In two classroom cots were not labeled. The staff corrected at the inspection and labeled the cots.
Corrected by Jun 25, 2024
- Medium High
746.403(b) · Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
In one classroom a child had an allergy but no plan was in place.
Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
- Medium High
746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
One out of ten children's files was missing their immunization records.
Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
- Medium High
746.2607(5) · Activities for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Opportunities for Moderate to Vigorous Active Play
Recited: The operation has not yet obtained age appropriate playground equipment for the Pre-Kinder children.
Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
- High
746.1203(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
During nap time the caregiver was not aware of how many children were in her care.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Medium High
746.2607(5) · Activities for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Opportunities for Moderate to Vigorous Active Play
It was observed that the Pre-Kinder children do not have the appropriate play equipment on their playground.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2022
- Medium High
746.3407(8) · Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
The two trash cans in the Pre-K room were missing lids. According to the caregiver the lids are broken and replacement lids have been ordered.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2022
- Medium High
746.3701(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Two of the four outlet covers were missing in the Toddler class. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver placed plastic covers in the outlets.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Medium High
746.1301(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
Two staff records did not have the required annual training.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2021
- Medium High
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The outside play area has over grown weeds and grass along the fence line as well as over grown weeds and grass growing around and inside of children's play equipment. A water table was observed with dirty standing water. One riding toy had exposed wires as the seat cover was missing. One part of the play area has rocks and other debris that is accessible to children and poses a safety risk.
Corrected by Aug 3, 2021
- Medium High
746.1301(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
Three out of six employee records did not have the required annual training hours on file at time of inspection.
Corrected by Aug 10, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 18, 2026 inspection noted: “The first aid kit was missing the antisepctic solution/wipes.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Apr 9, 2025 inspection noted: “A teacher was not current with her SID and Shaken Baby Annual trainings.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 25, 2024 inspection noted: “In two classroom cots were not labeled. The staff corrected at the inspection and labeled the cots.” — what has changed since then?
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