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Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development

13033 LANDMARK ST, Houston TX 77045-3431 · License #834778 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 55 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Dec 3, 2025
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Contact

Director
Cheryl Kimbrel
Address
13033 LANDMARK ST, Houston TX 77045-3431 · Directions

Hours

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

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareBefore School CareMeals ProvidedSnacks Provided

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 55 children
16
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
11
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
6
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
2.7
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Dec 3, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Nov 19, 2025 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

    An individual who is apart of maintenance was observed in a toddler classroom having a conversation with another caregiver while children were present. The individual does not have an active background check in the system. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the individual leave.

    Corrected by Nov 19, 2025

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Nov 12, 2025 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • High

    746.2426(a)(1) · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

    A six month infant was observed sleeping in a swing for over ten minutes. This was corrected during the inspection when I informed the two caregivers to remove the child from the swing and place the child in the crib

    Corrected by Nov 12, 2025

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  • Medium

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

    One out of six children did not have a health statement available for review

    Corrected by Nov 19, 2025

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  • Medium

    746.603(a)(2) · Children's Records - Admission Information

    one out of six children did not have an admission form available for review

    Corrected by Nov 19, 2025

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  • Medium High

    746.1107(2) · Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion

    One out of ten caregiver did not have a high school diploma or equivalent on file

    Corrected by Nov 19, 2025

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Dec 17, 2024 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    746.5405 · Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection

    The gas leak test report is not available for review

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2025

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  • Medium

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

    Children under the age of two were observed watching mickey mouse on a tablet while eating snack. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver turing the tablet off and closing it.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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  • Medium

    746.2207(c)(4) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

    Children were observed watching mickey mouse during snack time This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver turn off the tablet and closed it.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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Dec 6, 2024 — Inspection
7 violations cited · view state record
7 violations
  • High

    746.4601(4) · Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings

    The playground structure had grey nail bolts sticking out of the black barrier. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed maintenance hammering the bolts back into place.

    Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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  • High

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

    While in the crib, a five month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver remove the blanket.

    Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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  • Medium High

    746.5103 · Documentation of Fire Inspection

    The fire inspection report was not available for review.

    Corrected by Feb 4, 2025

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  • Medium High

    746.1315(b) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

    Five out of six caregivers have expired CPR First aid certificates. The CPR first aid expired August 22nd, 2024.

    Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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  • Medium High

    746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection

    The health inspection report was not available for review.

    Corrected by Dec 27, 2024

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  • Medium

    746.1309(e) · Documented Annual Training- Required Content

    Six out of Six caregivers are missing the required health and safety Audit trainings. (1) Emergency preparedness (2) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (3) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials i).

    Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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  • Medium High

    746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

    Five out of six caregivers have expired CPR First aid certificates. The CPR first aid expired August 22nd, 2024.

    Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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Dec 27, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.501(a)(9) · Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger

    The infant safe sleep policy was not written in the operational policies.

    Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

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Jan 20, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.605(12) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization

    1 child's file still does not contain the complete emergenct contact information.

    Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

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Jan 6, 2023 — Inspection
11 violations cited · view state record
11 violations
  • Medium

    746.501(a)(18) · Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

    Documentation showing the promotion of physical activities was missing from the operational policies and the following information must be included: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operatio (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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  • Medium

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

    The feeding instructions for 3 infants have not been updated within the last 30 days.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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  • High

    746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

    An annual fire inspection has not been conducted within the past 12 months.

    Corrected by Jan 25, 2023

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  • High

    746.605(12) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization

    2 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain the authorization for emergency medical treatment.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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  • Medium High

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

    Bottles, spoons and bowls were observed on the hand washing sink in the infant room.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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  • High

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

    A 6 week old infant was observed in a crib with blankets and a boppy pillow during the inspection. Note: It was discussed with the provider that infants under 12 months must not have anything in their cribs but the tight fitting sheet due to the risk of SIDS. The provider removed the items from the crib during the inspection.

    Corrected by Jan 6, 2023

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  • Medium

    746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification

    The annual children's product certification expired last month and has not been completed.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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  • Medium

    746.801(6) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability Insurance

    Documentation of current liability insurance was not available during the inspection.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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  • High

    746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

    During the inspection infants were observed sleeping in baby swings. Note: The caregivers removed the infants from the swing to their crib.

    Corrected by Jan 6, 2023

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  • Medium

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

    1 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain documentation of immunizations.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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  • Medium High

    746.3701(9) · Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over

    A television was not mounted or anchored during the inspection.

    Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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Jan 18, 2022 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium

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

    Health statement was missing on one out of four files checked.

    Corrected by Jan 28, 2022

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  • Medium High

    746.5401 · Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

    Current gas inspection was not available duirng inspection.

    Corrected by Jan 28, 2022

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Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Nov 19, 2025 inspection noted: “An individual who is apart of maintenance was observed in a toddler classroom having a conversation with another caregiver while children were present. The indi…” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Nov 12, 2025 inspection noted: “A six month infant was observed sleeping in a swing for over ten minutes. This was corrected during the inspection when I informed the two caregivers to remov…” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Dec 17, 2024 inspection noted: “The gas leak test report is not available for review” — what has changed since then?

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