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3121 FOREST AVE, Fort Worth TX 76112-7001 · License #1626087 · Center · Licensed Center
When they operate
Ages served
745.509 · Licensed Operations Required Fees
Operation has not paid background check fee.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Based on the investigation findings, this standard was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with The Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The operation was not providing an infant daily report to the parents of infants ages 0-17 months old noting the times of diaper changes. The operation has since been providing this information to the parents of the children in the infant classroom.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Based on the investigation findings, this standard was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with The Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The operation was not providing an infant daily report to the parents of infants ages 0-17 months old noting the times and amount of food the infant was ingesting. The operation has since been providing this information to the parents of the children in the infant classroom.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Director did not leave a person in charge in their absence. The deficiency is related to a DFPS Abuse/Neglect investigation.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
There was no person in charge. The deficiency is related to a DFPS Abuse/Neglect investigation.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Infants were left unsupervised during opening hours.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
The supervision provide did not ensure each child s safety and well-being based on physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child s on going activity as appropriate.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The outdoor play space has three active ant piles and thorny vines around the fence.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4751(c) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
The a.c unit is accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
The provider did not report the number of employees that left in 2024 in the allotted timeframe required.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 24, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2206(3)(A) · Written Activity Plan - Child-Initiated - Equipment/Materials In Reach
The classrooms had little to no toys available for children to initiate play. Toys were put up out of reach and had to be retrived by a caregiver.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
At the time of the inspection, 2 caregivers did not have pre-service training and did not have the 2 years od required experince in a regulated center.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2415(c)(2) · Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
The sheets on the infant cribs were not tight fitting and created an entanglement hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2405(5) · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Sufficient Number of Toys
Infant room had a very little selection of toys available for infant engagement.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4751(a) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
The playground has multiple tripping hazards including PVC pipes and black rubber covering for the water pipe. There are also holes on the side of the building that need to be filled and leveled out to avoid risk of tripping.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 4, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
Report not submitted as of 1/16/2023.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
A child did not have their hands washed after diapering.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver with a pending background check was present and alone with children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 12, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement
Three children's files were missing the healthcare professional statement.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.801(5) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Two staff members did not have current attendance records on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2203(b) · Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Caregivers are expected to follow the activity plan to ensure consistency in the children's daily activities.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3415(4) · Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
There were loose cords hanging from a TV in the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.403(b) · Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
Two children's allergies were not posted in their classrooms or in the kitchen where food gets prepared.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3819 · Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Two children with diagnosed food allergies did not have their food allergy emergency plan on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4503(a) · Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
A walking child was placed in a crib with a crib bed that was too high, causing risks of the child standing up and falling out, climbing out, and injuring themselves.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1205(a)(3) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
A caregiver did not know the ages of the children they were responsible for.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.605(6) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
A child's enrollment form did not have their emergency contact's address.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2405(1) · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
It was observed 3 infants unsupervised while a caregiver was in a room adjacent supervising another group of children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
It was observed a child having access to an electrical cable that was connected to a wall outlet.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2417(2)(B) · Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
It was observed three infants on high chairs for more that 15 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1615 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/Closing
The operation had 22 children in care with one caregiver, the youngest child was under 12 months old and the oldest was around 11 years old.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.631(a) · Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Tracking system did not have a complete information of the incoming children, did not showed the time of arrival and age of the children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2403(6) · Infant Care Area - Not Used as a Passageway
It was observed children over the age of 2 years old, walking from another room to the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1203(3)(B) · Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in care
It was observed the permit holder supervising and providing care for the infant room and an older children's room while serving meals to the older children group.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3703(a) · People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
The center staff was present at the center, exposing other staff and children, while being positive for COVID-19.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
A child did not have their hands washed after diapering.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3415(4) · Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Caregiver did not wash hands after changing a diaper.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2409(a)(4) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Secure Supports
A child was sleeping in a crib with loose hardware. The child and mattress had sunken almost reaching the floor.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.305(a)(4) · Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
The operation did not notify licensing of a positive COVID-19 case.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2409(a)(2) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
A crib did not have a snug fitted sheet covering the mattress.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2409(a)(3) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Waterproof, Washable Mattress
A crib mattress was torn up with tape covering the tears making the mattress not washable.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3505(e) · Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Caregiver did not sanitize the diaper changing surface after changing a diaper.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
The permit holder did not comply with Lawas and Rules, by not providing children supervision that ensure safety of all children in care.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
The infant room with specified age group of 16m had 6 children. The ratio for this SAG is 5 children. There was only one caregiver supervising schoolers and preschool classrooms during naptime.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
The director does not record daily attendance.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited