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Kids Place at Grace
A licensed child care center in Corpus Christi, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 6301 YORKTOWN BLVD, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
County: Nueces County
Phone: (361) 985-8585
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 204 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1228966
Permit: Full Permit, issued June 1, 2011
On corrective action (HHSC): No
On adverse action (HHSC): No
Conditions on permit: Yes (see the official record for details)
Corrective action and adverse action are formal steps Texas HHSC can take on a permit. The official record explains any that apply.
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Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 19 inspections
- 7 investigations
- 2 assessments
- 37 citations from these visits (risk level: High 17, Medium High 13, Medium 6, Medium Low 1)
A citation means an inspector found a rule wasn't met at the time of the visit; many are corrected the same day. Read the official record for details.
Below is every visit in the state's files from May 5, 2022 to October 21, 2026, newest first: 35 visits and 46 citations in all, so the totals can be higher than the 3-year counts above. An investigation is a visit to look into a report or complaint; many find no citations. Risk level is the level Texas HHSC assigns to each rule, from low to high, as published. Technical assistance means the inspector gave guidance on the rule. The state's file does not say whether the "correct-by" date is a deadline or the day the problem was fixed, so it can fall after the verified date or in the future.
October 21, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
October 7, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.2501(5) - Care Requirements for Toddlers - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2026 · Correction verified: October 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A commercial choke tube or empty toilet paper roll can be used to test toys and objects in the room that an infant or toddler may easily choke on. Try to place the toy or object into the tube. If the object easily passes through the tube, an infant or toddler may choke on it and it must be removed from the children s access. If the object does not fit through the tube, an infant or toddler is not likely to choke on it. Suggestions were made to establish a classroom check with the tools listed.
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 16, 2026 · Correction verified: October 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One child's emergency plan for an egg allergy was not signed by the parent and did not include the epi-pen as a medication that was in the classroom. The medication listed on the plan was not present in the room.
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2026 · Correction verified: October 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
In classroom five's restroom, a mop bucket with water and chemicals was observed to be filled and in access to children.
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 28, 2026 · Correction verified: October 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current fire inspection and expired on 09/23/2026.
July 14, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 1, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
March 10, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
February 25, 2026 · Inspection · 6 citations
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 20, 2026 · Correction verified: March 20, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
2 personnel records reviewed were lacking all required training hours, 1 missing 10 hours, the other missing 18.25.
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 20, 2026 · Correction verified: March 20, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
2 out of 10 child records were observed to be missing up to date immunization records. 2 additional records had immunization records that were not current.
746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 13, 2026 · Correction verified: March 13, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
1 of the 10 personnel records reviewed had records that were not transcribed to English.
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 25, 2026 · Correction verified: March 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One infant was observed sleeping, laying in a crib that was not bare, a blanket was in the crib with the child in addition to a bib.
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: March 13, 2026 · Correction verified: March 12, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
2 of the 10 personnel records reviewed were missing affidavits, form 2912. 1 record of the 10 had the affidavit; however, it was not notarized.
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 20, 2026 · Correction verified: March 20, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
3 out 10 childrens' records monitored were missing some of the following: health care statements, authorization for emergency medical attention, and emergency contact address and phone numbers.
February 5, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
October 17, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
September 30, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
August 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 31, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 1, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
In the 4 to 5 year old classroom, 8 electrical outlets were observed to not have safety outlet plug covers. ***this was corrected at inspection
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 1, 2025 · Correction verified: July 31, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
In the infant classroom, one infant was observed asleep in a crib with a loose fitted sheet.
June 16, 2025 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 8, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver used an inappropriate method of discipline when she grabbed a child by his forearm to redirect his behavior.
June 9, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 9, 2025 · Correction verified: July 1, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Seven children observed seated at the table with bucket type seats were observed to not be strapped properly in their seats.
June 5, 2025 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
April 9, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
January 28, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
January 10, 2025 · Assessment · 1 citation
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 13, 2025 · Correction verified: January 10, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The emergency preparedness plan submitted for compliance did not have an address listed of where children will be evacuated or how children will continue to care for children until parents arrive. This is a re-cite.
December 9, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 8, 2025 · Correction verified: January 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director was missing 17 out of thirty training hours. Some of the hours include but not limited to: Communicable diseases including immunizations, administering medication, building and premises safety, hazardous materials, and transportation training. One out of four staff was missing 24 hours of pre-service training. One out of four staff was missing 16 hours of annual training. The trainings include but are not limited to child maltreatment, sids, shaken baby, and early brain development, communicable diseases, and food allergies.
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 8, 2025 · Correction verified: January 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The emergency preparedness is not provided to parents in the operational policy. The emergency preparedness information that was on file did not have information on how children with limited mobility or who are under 24 months will be evacuated, how children will continue to be cared for until parents arrive, and an address as to where they will go if they need to evacuate.
November 25, 2024 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 25, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Inspector observed one staff in a classroom talking on a cell phone while children were napping. Inspector observed a second caregiver reading a book while caring for children who were napping and a third caregiver eating lunch while in a classroom with children who were napping. A fourth caregiver was observed coloring in a color book while supervising children who were napping.
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 25, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Inspector observed a 2 month old infant swaddled while asleep in a crib. Inspector asked staff to take the swaddle off the child but the staff left the swaddle on and only took the child's arms out.
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 25, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Inspector observed one 9 month old infant asleep with a swaddle outfit on top of him being used as a blanket. Inspector asked that staff remove it from the crib and staff member put it in the corner of the crib.
November 15, 2024 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 21, 2025 · Correction verified: January 28, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 21, 2025 · Correction verified: January 28, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information gathered by the DFPS investigation, a caregiver grabbed and threw a child on a table, causing bruising to the left and right arms, left shoulder and left lateral torso.
October 9, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
October 3, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
August 30, 2024 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 11, 2024 · Correction verified: November 25, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Staff used lollipops to bribe a child who was attempting to climb the fence and later left the operation unsupervised.
746.1203(10) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 11, 2024 · Correction verified: November 25, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One staff did not communicate with other staff about which incoming children they would be in charge of.
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child's safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child's on going activity
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 11, 2024 · Correction verified: November 25, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, one child was not properly supervised and as a result left the operation and went into a high-traffic road. At the time of the incident, four staff were observed in close proximity to one another instead of caring for children.
April 15, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
April 11, 2024 · Assessment · 2 citations
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 11, 2024 · Correction verified: April 19, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection the operation was using one room as an infant room without the approval of an amendment. The room has been used since March 2024 for infants however an amendment was not submitted until April 2nd, 2024 and has not yet been approved.
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 11, 2024 · Correction verified: April 19, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection on 4/9/24 the operation was over their infant capacity. The operation's capacity for infants is 23 and they had 24 infants in care.
April 9, 2024 · Inspection · 8 citations
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 9, 2024 · Correction verified: April 15, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Inspector observed two infants asleep in restrictive devices. One infant was four months in age and one was six months in age. One child was in a swing and the other was in a bouncer. Inspector observed the classroom a second time later during the inspection and an infant was again observed asleep in a swing.
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 9, 2024 · Correction verified: April 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Inspector observed two staff in two different classroom on cell phones. This citation was previously cited for an investigation. This is a re-cite.
746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 9, 2024 · Correction verified: April 15, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Inspector observed one infant 5 months of age asleep on stomach, when inspector spoke to staff they stated they placed the baby on her stomach to sleep.
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 15, 2024 · Correction verified: April 15, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
The inspector's notes for this citation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They are in the official record.
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 15, 2024 · Correction verified: April 15, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There are no fire drills listed as of January 2024. The operation also has no documentation of checking the carbon monoxide, fire extinguisher, or smoke alarm.
746.501(a)(29) - Written Operational Policies - Unassigned Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 15, 2024 · Correction verified: April 15, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operational policy on file was missing the following information: 1. Information on TB testing for children and adults 2. Transportation 3. Maintaining unassigned eppi-pens 4. Promotion of indoor/outdoor activity 5. Procedures for parents to contact the director for any concerns, or questions
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 9, 2024 · Correction verified: April 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation failed to submit and receive the results of a background check and FBI Fingerprint for one person who was present and had unsupervised access to children.
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 15, 2024 · Correction verified: April 15, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The emergency preparedness did not have information on how children who are under 24 months or who have limited mobility will be evacuated or for how staff will continue to care for children until parents arrive.
February 27, 2024 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 2, 2024 · Correction verified: April 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, staff at the operation failed to report suspected abuse/neglect within the operation.
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 2, 2024 · Correction verified: April 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, staff were texting on cell phones while caring for children.
May 24, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 11, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 12, 2023 · Correction verified: May 17, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Operation did not have a current fire inspection at time of follow up inspection. This deficiency will be recited.
April 24, 2023 · Investigation · No citations
April 20, 2023 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 25, 2023 · Correction verified: May 24, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The outside playground area did not have the required six inches of loose fill around the play structure which also has a slide.
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
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2023 · Correction verified: May 11, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection, a caregiver who had unsupervised access to children in care, was present with an ineligible background check.
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 4, 2023 · Correction verified: May 11, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One out of the two transportation vehicles did not have an electronic child safety alarm installed in the vehicle.
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 4, 2023 · Correction verified: May 11, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Operation did not have a current fire inspection; the last fire inspection was completed on 4/8/2022.
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2023 · Correction verified: May 11, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two infant classrooms observed during lunchtime were not utilizing the safety straps on high chairs, half-moon bucket seats, and low-to-the-floor high chairs.
December 8, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
May 26, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
May 5, 2022 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 12, 2022 · Correction verified: May 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One child's food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent.
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2022 · Correction verified: May 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The outside playground area did not have the required six inches of loose fill around the play structure which also has a slide.
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 12, 2022 · Correction verified: May 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There is peeling paint and rust on a stationary piece of equipment used by children for climbing and sitting. The toddler play area has a gate that does not oepn freely as the bottom of the gate scrapes the ground.
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All three are published by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Licensing, on data.texas.gov under CC0 1.0. State files updated November 12, 2026. We show the state's text as published, except that we restore apostrophes the files print as "?". Program details last checked October 21, 2026.