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Catherine Samuels

561 WILLOWMORE DR, Little Elm TX 75068-2346 · License #1762190 · Registered Child-Care Home

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Capacity 12 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Mar 11, 2026
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561 WILLOWMORE DR, Little Elm TX 75068-2346 · Directions

Hours

Mon06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Tue06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Wed06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Thu06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Fri06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Sat06:30 AM-06:30 PM
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareMeals ProvidedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedWeekend Care

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 12 children
56
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
31
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
14
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
4.0
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Mar 11, 2026 — Assessment
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    747.5005(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

    A fire drill was not conducted in January 2026 as required.

    Corrected by Mar 18, 2026

  • Medium High

    747.3501 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    The backyard contained an adjustable multifunction weight bench for gyms that was accessible to the children.

    Corrected by Mar 18, 2026

Feb 24, 2026 — Inspection
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • Medium High

    747.3501 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    The backyard contained an adjustable multifunction weight bench for gyms that was accessible to the children.

    Corrected by Feb 27, 2026

  • Medium

    747.905 · Personnel Records for Household Members Not Used in Child/Caregiver Ratio

    Documents/forms for household members were not available.

    Corrected by Mar 6, 2026

  • Medium

    747.613(b) · Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    One child's immunization record was not updated.

    Corrected by Mar 3, 2026

  • Medium High

    747.5005(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

    A fire drill was not conducted in January 2026 as required.

    Corrected by Mar 18, 2026

  • High

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

    The primary caregiver allowed two household members to be present at the operation before submitting and receiving background checks results.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2026

  • Medium

    747.1309(d) · Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours

    The primary caregiver was missing training in building and physical premisses safety.

    Corrected by Mar 3, 2026

Feb 10, 2026 — Inspection
18 violations cited · view state record
18 violations
  • Medium High

    747.3203(13) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible

    There were cleaning products accessible to the children in the kitchen and in the restroom. This was corrected during the inspection.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • Medium High

    747.3101(b) · Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns

    During lunchtime, the caregiver offered only two meal components fruit and meat to the children.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • Medium High

    747.213(a) · AP Parent Notification of Liability Insurance - If No Insurance Must Notify Parent in Writing at Enrollment

    The operation does not have proof that parents of enrolled children were notified that the child care program does not carry liability insurance.

    Corrected by Feb 17, 2026

  • Medium

    747.401(a)(1) · Posting Requirements-License

    The RCCH was missing the following required postings: Form from the most recent Licensing inspection, the Licensing notice Keeping Children Safe and telephone numbers specified in this division. This was corrected during the inspection.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • Medium High

    747.5005(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

    A fire drill was not conducted in January 2026 as required.

    Corrected by Feb 20, 2026

  • Medium

    747.203(3) · Primary Caregiver's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Have Access to All Records

    The caregiver in charge, during the primary caregiver's absence, did not have access to the children s essential information.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • Medium High

    747.3501(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

    Electrical outlets were not covered in the daycare area, and electrical cords were accessible to the children.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • High

    747.5115 · Smoke Detectors Testing

    The smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, and fire extinguisher were not inspected in January 2026 as required.

    Corrected by Feb 13, 2026

  • Medium

    747.2105(a) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

    A 12 month old child was observed watching television. This was corrected during the inspection.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • Medium

    747.611(b) · Health Statement on File

    One child was missing a health statement in their file.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2026

  • Medium

    747.4303(a) · Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age

    A child was seen resting on the couch. This was rectified during the inspection when the child was relocated to a mat.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • Medium

    747.905 · Personnel Records for Household Members Not Used in Child/Caregiver Ratio

    Documents/forms for household members were not available.

    Corrected by Feb 13, 2026

  • High

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

    The primary caregiver allowed three household members to be present at the operation before submitting and receiving background checks results.

    Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

  • Medium

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

    The operation is not using the updated admission form and is missing information about children with special care needs and food allergies.

    Corrected by Feb 13, 2026

  • High

    747.605(7) · Required Admission Information - Release Information

    One admission form was missing the names and telephone numbers of persons other than a parent to whom the child may be released.

    Corrected by Feb 11, 2026

  • Medium High

    747.3501 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    The backyard contained chemicals, a lawn mower, gardening tools, grill uncovered, propane tank, adjustable multifunction weight bench for gyms and debris that were accessible to the children.

    Corrected by Feb 13, 2026

  • Medium

    747.1309(d) · Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours

    The primary caregiver was missing training in food allergies and in building and physical premisses safety.

    Corrected by Feb 20, 2026

  • Medium

    747.613(b) · Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    Two children's immunization record was not updated.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2026

Oct 14, 2025 — Inspection
7 violations cited · view state record
7 violations
  • Medium High

    747.635(a) · Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained

    Sig-in and out information was not available during the inspection.

    Corrected by Oct 21, 2025

  • Medium High

    747.5105 · Mounting of Fire Extinguishers

    The fire extinguisher was not mounted.

    Corrected by Oct 20, 2025

  • Medium

    747.613(b) · Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    Two immunization record were not updated.

    Corrected by Oct 31, 2025

  • Medium

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

    Three children were missing a health statement.

    Corrected by Oct 31, 2025

  • Medium High

    747.3501 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    The backyard was discovered to contain an uncovered grill, a gas tank, a lawn mower, and gardening tools that were accessible to the children.

    Corrected by Oct 20, 2025

  • Medium

    747.801(7) · Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation

    Safety documentation for emergency drills, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was not available during the inspection.

    Corrected by Oct 21, 2025

  • Medium

    747.1309(d) · Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours

    The primary caregiver was missing the following topics: D2, D3, D4, D5 and D6.

    Corrected by Oct 27, 2025

Sep 11, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Aug 6, 2025 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium

    747.2105(c)(2) · Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate

    Screen time for children under the age of two was being provided, and the content was not age appropriate or related to planned activities.

    Corrected by Aug 6, 2025

Feb 5, 2025 — Assessment
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    747.1303(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training

    Primary caregiver does not have any annual trainings completed.

    Corrected by Feb 12, 2025

  • Medium

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

    Operation is not using the updated admission forms.

    Corrected by Feb 12, 2025

Dec 20, 2024 — Assessment
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    747.1007(5) · Primary Caregiver in Registered Home Qualifications - pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR

    Primary caregiver has an expired CPR and First Aid training.

    Corrected by Jan 6, 2025

  • Medium High

    747.1303(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training

    Primary caregiver does not have any annual trainings completed.

    Corrected by Jan 6, 2025

  • Medium

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

    Operation is not using the updated admission forms.

    Corrected by Jan 6, 2025

Nov 8, 2024 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    747.1007(5) · Primary Caregiver in Registered Home Qualifications - pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR

    Primary caregiver has an expired CPR and First Aid training.

    Corrected by Nov 22, 2024

  • Medium

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

    Operation is not using the updated admission forms.

    Corrected by Nov 22, 2024

  • Medium High

    747.1303(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training

    Primary caregiver does not have any annual trainings completed.

    Corrected by Nov 22, 2024

Aug 1, 2024 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • High

    745.635(2) · AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter

    Despite individuals not being present during inspection, ineligible background checks were inactivated for individuals who either reside in the home or visit the home on a frequent basis.

    Corrected by Aug 1, 2024

  • High

    745.621(a)(5) · AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operation

    Permit holder scheduled fingerprinting for the two individuals that are older than 14 years.

    Corrected by Aug 1, 2024

Apr 9, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Mar 28, 2024 — Assessment
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • High

    747.613(a) · Required Immunizations

    Five children requires did not have immunization records on file.

    Corrected by Apr 8, 2024

  • High

    747.5331 · Registered or Licensed Child-Care Home Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System, unless located in a School Facility

    The operation does not have a carbon monoxide located on either floor of the home.

    Corrected by Apr 8, 2024

  • Medium

    747.2321(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

    A infant in care does not have an infant feeding form.

    Corrected by Apr 8, 2024

Feb 28, 2024 — Inspection
8 violations cited · view state record
8 violations
  • High

    747.613(a) · Required Immunizations

    Five children requires did not have immunization records on file.

    Corrected by Mar 13, 2024

  • High

    745.621(a)(7) · AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605

    During the inspection two subjects that require background checks were present. One subject is currently a household member and the other subject is a frequent visitor.

    Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

  • High

    747.2315(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

    A 7 month old infant was observed asleep in the primary caregivers bed with a comforter on top and pillows present in the bed.

    Corrected by Apr 8, 2024

  • Medium

    747.2105(a) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

    One seven month was observed watching TV while in the care. The program was observed to not be educational related that was on during inspection.

    Corrected by Apr 8, 2024

  • Medium

    747.2321(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

    A infant in care does not have an infant feeding form.

    Corrected by Mar 13, 2024

  • Medium

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

    Five of the seven children currently attending the operation do not have admission forms on file.

    Corrected by Mar 13, 2024

  • High

    747.5331 · Registered or Licensed Child-Care Home Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System, unless located in a School Facility

    The operation does not have a carbon monoxide located on either floor of the home.

    Corrected by Mar 13, 2024

  • Medium

    747.801(14) · Records Maintained and Made Available - Proof of Liability Insurance

    The operation does not have proof that parents for enrolled children have been notified that they do not carry liability insurance.

    Corrected by Mar 13, 2024

Aug 22, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    745.621(a)(7) · AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605

    The primary caregiver allowed a person to be present at the operation without having a background check.

    Corrected by Aug 24, 2023

Feb 13, 2023 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    747.5003(1) · Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures

    Upon review, the operation had an incomplete emergency preparedness plan missing the required information.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2023

  • Medium High

    747.207(1) · Policies Comply with Rules

    Upon review, the operation had an incomplete operational policies missing required information.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2023

Jan 23, 2023 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    747.207(1) · Policies Comply with Rules

    The operational policies were not available to review during the inspection.

    Corrected by Feb 13, 2023

  • Medium High

    747.5003(1) · Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures

    Upon review, the operation had an incomplete emergency preparedness plan missing required information.

    Corrected by Feb 13, 2023

  • Medium High

    747.3935(a) · Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products

    The operation did not have the annual certification form showing they reviewed the Consumer Product Safety recall list and ensured there are no unsafe products at the operation.

    Corrected by Feb 13, 2023

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Mar 11, 2026 inspection noted: “A fire drill was not conducted in January 2026 as required.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Feb 24, 2026 inspection noted: “The backyard contained an adjustable multifunction weight bench for gyms that was accessible to the children.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Feb 10, 2026 inspection noted: “There were cleaning products accessible to the children in the kitchen and in the restroom. This was corrected during the inspection.” — what has changed since then?

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