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America's Choice Child Care

11855 BISSONNET ST, Houston TX 77099-1904 · License #1729733 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 96 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Jun 25, 2026
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Director
Barbara Allen-Thomas
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Address
11855 BISSONNET ST, Houston TX 77099-1904 · Directions

Hours

Mon06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Tue06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Wed06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Thu06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Fri06:00 AM-06:30 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareBefore School CareMeals ProvidedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedDrop-In CarePart Time CareTransportation to/from SchoolField Trips

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 96 children
12
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
6
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
11
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
1.1
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Jun 25, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 28, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jun 17, 2025 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium

    746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained

    Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: The admission date is needed for one child. School information is needed for two children enrolled. An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.

    Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

  • Medium

    746.2505(4)(A) · Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler

    I observed one unlabeled cup in the classroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    Corrected by Jun 17, 2025

Feb 25, 2025 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium

    746.4501(b) · Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

    During today's inspection I observed an eighteen month old child seated in a high chair eating a snack. The safety straps were not fastened. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    Corrected by Feb 25, 2025

Oct 15, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 15, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jun 17, 2024 — Inspection
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • Medium High

    746.3301(b) · Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns

    During breakfast, the children in care were served one french toast stick with syrup and a cup of milk.

    Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

    Two staff members completed online only pediatric CPR training.

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.4907(d) · Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained

    Additional loose fill surfacing is needed on the outdoor play area.

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.3301(f)(1) · Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play

    A supply of drinking water was not available to children in care during breakfast time. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

  • Medium

    746.4751(b) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

    A maintenance/safety checklist was not completed for the month of May. Note: During this inspection the operation completed a checklist for the month of June.

    Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

Feb 26, 2024 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium

    746.4503(b) · Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name

    The number/child assignment chart in the toddler classroom was reviewed and showed all children present were not included on the chart. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    Corrected by Feb 26, 2024

  • Low

    746.1317(a)(6)(B) · Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty

    Transportation training provided to staff who transport children did not meet training criteria as the operation received an administrative penalty in the two years prior to othe training.

    Corrected by Feb 28, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.5603(c) · Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely

    The fastener to the middle seat on the first row of the transportation vehicle would not fasten during this inspection.

    Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

Oct 31, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Aug 10, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 25, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.1205(a)(1) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for

    A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages 5-9 years old was unaware of the number of children responsible for. The caregiver stated 15, however 16 were present.

    Corrected by Jul 25, 2023

Jul 6, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jun 23, 2023 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • Medium High

    746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

    One caregiver was observed with five children ages 5 months, 8 months, 10 months, 13 months, and 13 months. The specified age group is 0-11 children which allows one caregiver to supervise four children. The caregiver was over ratio by one child. Note: An additional caregiver was added to the room during inspection.

    Corrected by Jun 23, 2023

  • Medium High

    746.631(a) · Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

    During this inspection the classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed. The toddler sign in and out log showed ten children signed in however nine were present. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    Corrected by Jun 23, 2023

  • High

    745.635(3) · AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions

    A caregiver with a provisional background checks was observed in caring for a group of 8 children ages 4-7 years old. The group did not have another caregiver present.

    Corrected by Jun 23, 2023

  • Medium

    746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained

    Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was determined: Two children needed a special needs statement. Two children needed an emergency contact other than the parent. One child needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child needed an updated immunization record.

    Corrected by Jul 7, 2023

Feb 9, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium

    746.4003(a) · First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

    The first aid kit in the transportation van was reviewed and the following items were needed: -Scissors -Thermometer -Cotton Balls Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    Corrected by Feb 9, 2023

Jan 17, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jan 3, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.1203(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

    The caregiver in the Pre-K classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated nine children were present, however ten were counted.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2023

Dec 22, 2022 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • High

    746.1203(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

    The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated six children were present, however seven were counted.

    Corrected by Dec 22, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.631(a) · Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

    The classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed and showed six of seven children in the Toddler class were signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    Corrected by Dec 22, 2022

Dec 15, 2022 — Inspection
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • High

    746.1203(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

    The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was unaware of the group responsible for. The caregiver stated seven children were present, however eight were counted.

    Corrected by Dec 15, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.631(a) · Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

    The classroom sign in and out logs were reviewed and showed six of eight children in the Toddler class were signed in.

    Corrected by Dec 15, 2022

  • High

    746.2401(6) · Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers

    An eleven month old was observed laying in a crib with a pacifier attached to the shirt.

    Corrected by Dec 15, 2022

  • Medium

    746.4501(b) · Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

    During this inspection I observed a nineteen month old seated in a high chair. The safety straps were not in use.

    Corrected by Dec 15, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.3819 · Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

    A food allergy emergency plan is needed for one child enrolled.

    Corrected by Dec 27, 2022

Jun 9, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 23, 2022 — Inspection
8 violations cited · view state record
8 violations
  • Medium High

    746.1301(1)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

    Orientation training is needed for one caregiver who has unsupervised access to a children in care.

    Corrected by May 26, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

    Documentation reviewed for four of six staff members showed the Pediatric CPR training was completed online.

    Corrected by Jun 2, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.5307(b) · Fire Extinguishers Serviced

    The fire extinguisher in the transportation van is in need of servicing.

    Corrected by May 26, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.1301(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training

    A staff member counted in the child/caregiver ratio is in need of eight hours of pre-service training. A staff member counted in the child/caregiver ratio is in need of twenty four hours of pre-service training.

    Corrected by Jun 2, 2022

  • Medium

    746.901 · Required Personnel Records

    Personnel records were evaluated for six staff members and the following was determined: One caregiver needed documentation showing how they meet the minimum education qualifications. One caregiver needed a notarized affidavit. The director needed a current ID/Driver's License.

    Corrected by Jun 2, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    While inspecting the outdoor play area I observed broken fence pickets, trash/debris, and ant piles. Note: The operation removed the trash from the outdoor play area during inspection.

    Corrected by Jun 3, 2022

  • Medium

    746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained

    Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: One needed an updated immunization record. Two needed an emergency contact. One needed a health statement.

    Corrected by Jun 2, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.5307(a) · Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly

    The operation did not have documentation showing the fire extinguishers are checked monthly.

    Corrected by May 24, 2022

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Jun 17, 2025 inspection noted: “Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: The admission date is needed for one child. School information is needed…” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Feb 25, 2025 inspection noted: “During today's inspection I observed an eighteen month old child seated in a high chair eating a snack. The safety straps were not fastened. Note: This was…” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Jun 17, 2024 inspection noted: “During breakfast, the children in care were served one french toast stick with syrup and a cup of milk.” — what has changed since then?

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