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My Little Rascals New Start CDC
A licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 2907 N HAMPTON RD, Dallas, TX 75212
County: Dallas County
Phone: (214) 879-0046
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 71 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1794644
Permit: Full Permit, issued May 31, 2024
On corrective action (HHSC): No
On adverse action (HHSC): No
Corrective action and adverse action are formal steps Texas HHSC can take on a permit. The official record explains any that apply.
View the official record on Texas HHSC's child care search (or search operation number 1794644 on the search page).
Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 24 inspections
- 6 investigations
- 53 citations from these visits (risk level: High 18, Medium High 29, Medium 6)
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 14, 2024 to September 25, 2026, newest first: 30 visits and 53 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.
September 25, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
September 9, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
May 13, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
January 12, 2026 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two bottles in the infant room were not labeled during the inspection. This was corrected at inspection Staff labeled bottles.
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection, diaper cream was observed inside a child storage area. It was noted that the diaper cream was accessible to toddlers in the classroom. This was corrected during the inspection, and the item was removed.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A crib mattress was observed in a damaged condition, with exposed internal padding and a visible metal support component. The mattress did not provide a safe, intact sleep surface for children. This was corrected at inspection, and the mattress was exchanged for another.
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During an inspection of the daycare kitchen, it was observed that food items were present in the handwashing sink.
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
In the toddler classroom, there were two trash cans containing garbage that was easily accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection the trash was removed.
November 10, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection, I observed a spring-mounted school bus" climber located less than six feet from the chain-link fence. This was corrected at inspection. The outdoor equipment was moved to meet use zone requirements.
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection, a television cord was observed hanging down the wall within reach of children in the one-year-old classroom. The exposed cord posed a potential strangulation and electrical hazard to children in care. The operation did not ensure that the area was free from hazards accessible to children.
September 17, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
August 27, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 29, 2025 · Correction verified: August 29, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The infant classroom door is missing screws, making it difficult to open and creating a safety hazard.
August 14, 2025 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 25, 2025 · Correction verified: August 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Caregivers who were supervising children alone did not have their current certification.
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection, it was observed that a child was sleeping in a chair instead of on a mat or cot.
746.1109(a)(1) - Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED- Not in Charge of Group
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 14, 2025 · Correction verified: August 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver who was not of legal age was responsible for supervising a group of children alone.
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 14, 2025 · Correction verified: August 21, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a list of children being transported to and from school.
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 14, 2025 · Correction verified: August 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Children were observed being fed before washing their hands. This was corrected during the inspection afte addressing the concerns with staff.
August 13, 2025 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 9, 2025 · Correction verified: September 15, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation, it was determined that the permit holder and director were made aware of a situation that placed children at risk and failed to notify child care regulation.
July 14, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
June 26, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1507(3) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Caregiver Skills/Needs of Children
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 14, 2025 · Correction verified: July 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
The inspector's notes for this citation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They are in the official record.
June 2, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
May 7, 2025 · Investigation · 6 citations
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2025 · Correction verified: June 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not ensure there was enough staff present to manage day-to-day responsibilities in the director's absence. The director left a caregiver in charge of the operation who was also responsible for supervising a group of children and preparing meals.
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: June 19, 2025 · Correction verified: June 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a CCI investigation, it was determined that caregivers did not provide adequate supervision. A child exited the operation and was found by a bystander leaving the child unaccounted for 18 minutes. A total of four children were seen on video unsupervised in two different hallways. Two caregivers were seen on the video and did not intervene to ensure appropriate supervision of the children.
746.1203(10) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2025 · Correction verified: June 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a CCI investigation, interviews with staff revealed that a caregiver failed to inform the incoming caregiver that a child was back in their care.
746.1507(3) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Caregiver Skills/Needs of Children
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2025 · Correction verified: July 14, 2025 · 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.
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2025 · Correction verified: June 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Staff did not provide adequate care, considering the known needs of a child with a history of running. Failing to account for this behavior put the child at risk. The child got out of the building and was unaccounted for, for 18 minutes.
746.1203(3)(B) - Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in care
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2025 · Correction verified: June 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver responsible for supervising a group of children was preparing lunch for the operation.
May 5, 2025 · Inspection · 13 citations
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Infant bottles were not labeled as required. This was corrected during the inspection.
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · 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.
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The center fire inspection has expired as of 12/20/24
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 9, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The current health inspection has expired as of 4/3/2024.
746.4911(a) - Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 12, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The turf on the playground has not been maintained per the manufacturer's requirements. This poses a tripping hazard.The turf has been reomved.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 19, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The facility school age building contains visible holes in the walls, a sinking floor, bulging carpet, a cracked ceiling, and a nonfunctional toilet. Additionally, a strong odor is present throughout the building.
746.2409(c) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 5, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Infants were observed inside cribs with the drop gate open. This was corrected during the inspection.
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The center has not conducted a fire drill for the months of February and April
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 5, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The smoke detector in the school building is beeping.
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 5, 2025 · Correction verified: May 15, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
An infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a loose mattress sheet.
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 15, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The permit holder failed to meet several regulatory responsibilities. Issues included failure to report to CCR, inadequate supervision, and poor building conditions. Annual health and fire inspections were not up to date, and safe sleep practices were not followed.
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 15, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · 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.
746.1205(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: May 5, 2025 · Correction verified: June 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Children were seen walking the hallway without a caregiver.
December 16, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 3, 2025 · Correction verified: January 6, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a recent walkthrough of classrooms, it was observed that the walls displayed exposed, chipped sheetrock and noticeable areas of chipped paint.
December 9, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 16, 2024 · Correction verified: December 16, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a recent walkthrough of classrooms, it was observed that the walls displayed exposed, chipped sheetrock and noticeable areas of chipped paint.
November 25, 2024 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 5 citations
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: November 27, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed on video using her cell phone while the children were watching television.
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 27, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 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.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 27, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when they placed a three-year-old child in a highchair meant for 9?to 24-month-olds for over 15 minutes to prevent the child from leaving the room.
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 27, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 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.
746.1205(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 27, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver leaving the classroom failed to communicate to the incoming caregiver that they were no longer responsible for supervising the classroom. This lack of notification occurred at the same time as a child's injury. Both the departing caregiver and the incoming caregiver stated they were not responsible for supervision at that time.
November 25, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
November 14, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 2, 2024 · Correction verified: December 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a recent walkthrough of classrooms, it was observed that the walls displayed exposed, chipped sheetrock and noticeable areas of chipped paint.
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 27, 2024 · Correction verified: December 2, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One vehicle use by the center did not have a working electronic safety alarm.
September 4, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 9, 2024 · Correction verified: September 23, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Several classrooms observed had broken light fixtures, soiled damaged ceiling tiles and walls.
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 9, 2024 · Correction verified: September 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Food is being improperly stored in the deep freezer, which poses a concern for children's consumption due to the freezer failing to close properly.
August 20, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 26, 2024 · Correction verified: September 4, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A classroom observed had exposed risk. The vinyl wall base trim had come off exposing chipped paint and glue.
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 21, 2024 · Correction verified: August 22, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Several classrooms were found to lack safety outlet covers.
August 8, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
August 6, 2024 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 22, 2024 · Correction verified: September 4, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The center did not notify CCR within the required timeframe.
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 22, 2024 · Correction verified: September 4, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was assigned as part of an investigation and was found to be deficient. A review of video surveillance footage reveals a caregiver striking two children.
July 25, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
July 16, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
July 15, 2024 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 1 citation
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2024 · Correction verified: August 20, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. A caregiver demonstrated a lack of good judgment when they did not make an attempt to separate children involved in a physical altercation. Additionally, a caregiver did not follow the operation's policy regarding pick up procedures. The caregiver did not ask to see identification or ask for a code word of an authorized pick-up person that was picking up for the first time.
July 9, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
June 24, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 24, 2024 · Correction verified: July 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During an inspection, it was observed that one caregiver was outside with 40 children aged 17 months to 12 years old. This was corrected during the inspection, and the children were taken to separate classrooms.
June 18, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
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: June 18, 2024 · Correction verified: June 24, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was seen using their personal cell phone while three infants played near an open refrigerator.
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 18, 2024 · Correction verified: June 24, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A volunteer with a pending background check had direct access to children in care. The volunteer left and fingerprint was schedule.
May 14, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
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- HHSC CCL Non-Compliance Data: citations, risk levels, corrections and inspector's notes.
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.