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Home › TX › Spring › Spellwell Montessori School
17502 W STRACK DR, Spring TX 77379-8372 · License #838397 · Center · Licensed Center
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HRC 42.04271 · Parent's Rights
Based on the information obtained, parent's rights were not provided to parents within the required timeframe by 09/30/2023. The childcare operation did not have a receipt/acknowledgement from parent's stating that they received a copy of the parent's right.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.605(13)(B)(i) · Required Admission Information - Reasonable Accommodations or Modifications
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, one staff file was not available for review upon request. There were no training documents available for a staff employed with children under 24 months of age.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Based upon the information gathered during the DFPS investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was popped on their back aggressively during naptime, which resulted in a bruise on the child's back.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation an incident/illness report was not documented related to an incident that resulted in a child receiving injury. An incident report was not documented, and/or shared with the parent/guardian of the child once the operation was made aware of the incident.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
One child, two years of age exited the side door in the classroom to the outside area unsupervised. The incident resulted in the child being hurt. The caregivers were not in physical proximity and lacked visual awareness of the child during the time of the incident.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
On 06/05/2023, a child, 2 years of age opened and exited the side door in the Discover's classroom without adult supervision, which led to a gated outside area. As of 06/08/2023, the Director did not report the incident to childcare regulation.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
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Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Five children files observed were not updated. The childcare facility did not update the children files to portray the updated required information by 09/01/2023. The files observed did not include an updated special care needs section, modifications, and/or the child's swimming ability.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3819 · Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy emergency plan observed for one child did not include the health care professional signature. The parent signed and dated the form 10-16-2023.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
HRC 42.0563 · Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minor
Two staff files hired after 09/01/2023 did not have a pre-employment affidavit available for review. Licensing staff provided a copy of form 2912 via email for staff to complete while Licensing was present.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(b) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One staff hired in April 2024 was observed in the infant classroom without a CPR/First-Aid certification, and/or training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 4, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection
The annual sanitation inspection report was dated 07/14/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.311(c) · Parental Notification - Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation Deficiency Use Form 7266
As of 10/04/2023, the childcare facility did not notify parents of children enrolled of the abuse/neglect deficiency. The childcare facility was notified of the deficiency on 09/28/2023.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1311(a) · Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
A total of 10 out of the required 30 hours were observed for the Designated Director. Topics that were not available for review during the monitor inspection: 1. SIDS/Shaken baby syndrome 2. Brain development 3. Food allergies 4. Administering medication 5. Building and physical premises
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
One infant, 7 months of age was observed with a blanket in the crib during naptime.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1329(c)(2) · Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
Two staff observed in the classroom in the role as a caregiver did not have a CPR/First-Aid certification available for review on file. One staff in the infant classroom and one staff observed in the Discover's classroom did not have any form of certification available for Licensing to review.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 11, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5013(a)(3) · Safety Requirements for Wading Pools - Stored So Do Not Hold Water
A pool observed had a standing body of water that was accessible to children. The pool was not gated, and the remainder of the pool water was accessible to children while they were outside. The pool water was removed.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5015(c) · Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
During the walkthrough a water hose, a swimming pool, and sprinkler equipment was observed near the outdoor play area, which was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
The employee list was not validated by January 15th as stated in minimum standards.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1329(b)(1) · Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Four staff records contained incomplete training certificates. The training certificates observed did not include the individual's name. The Director stated that the training certificates has not been completed. The Director printed out certificates while Licensing was present in order to document Health and safety audit certificates.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.801(3) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Training records were not observed during the annual inspection. Staff training records were not available upon request. Training topics related to a Health and Safety Audit were not observed. Training topics not observed include: emergency preparedness, food allergies, abuse and neglect, administering medication, and communicable diseases.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1309(f) · Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
Two caregivers observed within the Toddler classroom did not include training related to children with special needs. One child, 3 years of age with down syndrome was observed within the classroom setting.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1329(b)(1) · Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Seven out of eleven staff files did not contain certificates. The training certificates observed did not include the individual's name. The Director stated that the training certificates has not been completed.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(1)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Eleven out of eleven staff files did not include documentation of orientation. The Director informed that files were not available for review at the center while Licensing was present.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2421(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Three infant classrooms observed did not include infant feeding instructions for infants enrolled. Each caregiver per classroom acknowledged that they have not obtained infant feeding instructions for infants in care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(4)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
Eleven out of eleven staff files did not have a CPR/First-aid certification available for review. It was reported that four staff are new and has not obtained the required training. Training files were not available for review.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1203(4) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
During the walkthrough, one child was observed walking out of room 104 without adult supervision. Two children were observed walking out of the main room while the caregiver was tending to other children. Four infants were observed strapped in the high chair unattended while the caregiver stepped out the classroom. The Director was informed of the safety concerns observed, and compliance was met immediately.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1309(e) · Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Three out of three caregivers who have been employed for more than a year did not have annual training in the required topics of Handling, Storing, and Disposing of Hazardous Materials, Administering Medications, Preventing and Responding to Emergencies due to Food Allergies, Building and Premises Safety, and Emergency Preparedness.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(6)(A) · Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training
The director had 20 hours out of the required 30 hours of annual training. The director was missing annual training in the required topics of Handling, Storing, and Disposing of Hazardous Materials, Administering Medications, Preventing and Responding to Emergencies due to Food Allergies, Building and Premises Safety, Preventing the Spread of Communicable Diseases, Emergency Preparedness, SIDS/Shaken Baby, and Preventing Child Maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
One caregiver did not have documentation of current First Aid certification.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(b) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One caregiver did not have documentation of current CPR certification.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
The personnel records and training records were not available for review during the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.611(a)(1) · Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
One out of ten children's records evaluated did not have a health statement on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
745.651(2)(A) · Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
The operation has not validated their background check list since 4/26/2021. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the director validated the background check list.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.201(1) · Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies are missing statements on safe sleep for infants, a comfortable place for a mother to breastfeed, emergency preparedness plan, parents may visit at any time, and physical activites and active play.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(2) · Children's Records - Admission Information
One out of ten children's records evaluated was missing a release person. Nine out of ten children's records evaluated was missing an address for their emergency contact.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
A total of two COVID cases were not reported to CCR. Documentation was received to portray a positive COVID case on 06/01/2022, and another reported on 06/30/2022. Licensing was not notified of positive cases of communicable diseases within the Childcare facility.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited