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2300 BUCHANAN ROAD, Texarkana TX 75501-7540 · License #1795914 · Center · Licensed Center
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746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
During follow up inspection four of the eight children's files had not been completed with lacking information.
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
745.635(3) · AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
During follow up two caregiver present with background conditons were in charge of a group of children and one of the caregivers was left in charge of the operation at time of inspection. This was corrected during the inspection when two additional caregivers arrived to the operation and the director arrived.
During a DFPS investigation it was discovered the operation did not have staff files for review during the inspection.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
This standard was investigated as part of an DFPS investigation and found to be in non-compliance. The operation failed to complete an incident report when a child was left on the van.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
It was discovered during a DFPS investigation that a child was left unattended on the operation's van.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
This standard was investigated as part of an DFPS investigation and found to be in non-compliance. There was evidence of physical abuse by an employee of the operation. It discovered that a staff with background conditions was not following their conditions when they were left in charge of the operation the day of the incident when the director and normal person left in charge had both left for the day.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
This standard was investigated as part of an DFPS investigation and found to be in non-compliance. There was evidence of neglect by an employee of the operation. When a child was left on an operational van for over one hour.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
It was discovered during a DFPS investigation that the operation failed to account for all children when unloading the children at the operation.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
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Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2426(a)(1) · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
It was observed that an infant was asleep in their stroller/carseat combo with a blanket drapped over their legs. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the child from the stroller/car seat combo and placed in their crib.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
It was observed that both classroom with children present were over ratio for one caregiver present. This was corrected when additional caregivers arrived to the operation.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1605(1) · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
It was observed during the walkthrough that one classroom had children present with infants that were more than 18 months in age difference. This was corrected when the oldest child was moved to another classroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5202(1) · Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
During the inspection the emergency prepardness plan was not available for review.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5617(a)(1) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
It was observed the operation did not have a list of children on the van, emergency medical forms or parent contact information for each child and an emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2026
Category: transportation. 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
During the inspection two different individuals were present prior to an initial background check being submitted.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.801(2) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
The operation was lacking feeding instructions for all infants not ready for table food.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.801(3) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Five of ten staff records were not available for review during the inspection and the other five were lacking all required information for employees/caregivers. A list was left staff and missing information.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.201(9) · Complying with Laws and Rules
Records were maintained in a disorganized manner. The provider had difficulty locating requested items. Upon request, the permit holder was unable to promptly produce organized and complete records. This lack of organization and accessibility impeded the inspection process and does not demonstrate compliance with permit holder responsibilities to maintain accurate, complete, and readily available records for review.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.201(1) · Policies Comply with Rules
It was observed the operation policies where not complete with all required policies. A list was left with operation regarding missing policies.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
Two of ten children's immunizations records reviewed were missing their all their required immunizations based on their age.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
Eight of ten children's files reviewed were lacking complete address for the child, complete address for their emergency contact, parent signatures that parents rights or operational policies were received, date of admission, health statements and/or emergency authorization for emergency care.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026
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
It was observed that three of nine cribs had loose crib sheets present with one crib having a child in the crib.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1205(a)(1) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
One caregiver was not aware of the age of children they were in charge of during naptime. It was also observed that a school age child was present in a classroom alone working on school work.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2207(c)(4) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
It was observed that a television was being used during nap time in a classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2426(a)(1) · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer that was placed on the table with a blanket wrapped around them. The child also was not buckled into the bouncer. This was corrected at inspection as the child was removed from the bouncer.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1605(1) · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
It was observed in a classroom where a two month old infant was present there were children more than 18 months in age difference present.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
It was observed in the infant classroom there were fifteen children present with two staff.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2421(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
During follow up inspection the center was still lacking infant feeding instructions for infants not on table food. 6/6/25 The operation was lacking feeding instructions for all their infants.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2421(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
The operation was lacking feeding instructions for all their infants.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
During review of children's records several where lacking all required information. A list of children and admission information that was lacking was left with operation.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5625(a) · Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
It was observed that the van the operation was using for transportation was lacking a child safety alarm.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2025
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5205(4) · Documentation of Drills
It was observed the operation was lacking documentation of fire drills, sheltering in place and sever weather drills.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(7)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
The operation was lacking transportation training for van drivers.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Category: transportation. 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
It was observed that a child under 12 months of age was laying on a boppy pillow in the crib while awake. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the child and boppy on the floor.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.301(7) · Notification of Additional Services Offered
During inspection it was discovered the operation was conducting transportation prior to notification to licensing. The operation corrected at this inspection when they provided written statement they will provide transportation.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
It was observed that the operation had last verified their annual certification on 1/24/24
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3819 · Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
It was observed a child with a food allergy was not on file at operation or posted where food is prepared or served.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection
Operation is lacking a current sanitation Inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered the operation was not sharing daily reports with the parents showing when the infant slept, amount of food, sleep times, activities which infant participate in during the day and general mood of the child during the day.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited