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Brown's Early Discovery School
A licensed child care center in Duncanville, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 550 W DANIELDALE RD, Duncanville, TX 75137
County: Dallas County
Phone: (469) 917-7500
Licensed to serve: Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 153 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1624709
Permit: Full Permit, issued July 25, 2017
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.
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Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 15 inspections
- 5 investigations
- 2 assessments
- 39 citations from these visits (risk level: High 4, Medium High 16, Medium 17, Low 2)
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 February 14, 2022 to September 3, 2026, newest first: 28 visits and 57 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 3, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 22, 2026 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 26, 2026 · Correction verified: September 3, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on information obtained during a DFPS investigation, a violation was found. The staff member was present with twenty-three children. The specific age is five-year-old. It was one child over ratio.
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: July 29, 2026 · Correction verified: July 27, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS Investigation. A caregiver was proving direct care for children without cleared background check.
May 21, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
February 24, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
January 15, 2026 · Inspection · 7 citations
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 5, 2026 · Correction verified: February 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One out of ten did not have a current first aid and cpr certificate available for review.
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 5, 2026 · Correction verified: February 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current fire inspection available for review during the monitoring visit.
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: February 4, 2026 · Correction verified: February 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Six out of ten children did not have an up-to-date shot record available for review. -
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: February 5, 2026 · Correction verified: February 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not have trainings available for review in child development, guidance discipline, child maltreatment, age-appropriate curriculum, or transportation training.
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: February 5, 2026 · Correction verified: February 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Three caregivers did not have annual training hours available for review. The following trainings were missing: child maltreatment, child development, guidance discipline, age-appropriate curriculum, teacher-child interaction, emergency preparedness, preventing the spread of communicable disease, administering medication, food or food allergies, understanding building and physical, and handling and storing hazardous materials.
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: February 5, 2026 · Correction verified: February 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring visit, there were four caregivers who did not have affidavits 2985 and 2912. There were four caregivers who did not have the criminal history form, driving license available for review.
746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 5, 2026 · Correction verified: February 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring visit the operation did not have documentation for smoke detector, carbon monoxide, or fire extinguisher.
May 27, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
May 13, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 21, 2025 · Investigation · 4 citations
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2025 · Correction verified: May 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated with regard to an investigation, and a violation was found. The operation did not notify license regarding the concern of children being at risk at the operation while in care.
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2025 · Correction verified: May 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated with regard to an investigation and a violation was found. The caregiver grabbed and pulled on children while in care at the operation during naptime and redirection.
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2025 · Correction verified: May 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated with regard to an investigation and a violation was found. The caregiver in the classroom covered children's head during naptime.
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2025 · Correction verified: May 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated with regard to an investigation, and a violation was found. The caregiver used inappropriate tone and harsh words toward children while in care at the operation.
March 12, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
March 5, 2025 · Inspection · 7 citations
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 23, 2025 · Correction verified: April 22, 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.
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 7, 2025 · Correction verified: March 24, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Five out of ten children did not have up-to-date shot records available for review during the monitoring visit.
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 7, 2025 · Correction verified: April 7, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring visit, there were two children listed with food allergies. I was not able to review the food allergy emergency plan signed by the parent and the physician.
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 5, 2025 · Correction verified: March 12, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring visit, the four-year-old classroom were eating lunch with the television. The caregiver turned the television off during mealtime upon request from licensing.
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 23, 2025 · Correction verified: April 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring visit, the director did not have annual training records available for review for emergency preparedness, preventing the spread of communicable disease, preventing and controlling medication, responding to food allergic reactions, understanding building safety, and handling and storing hazardous materials.
746.1305(a)(1) - Pre-service Training- Developmental Stages
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 21, 2025 · Correction verified: March 18, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring visit, five out of eight staff did not have the preservice training available for review during the monitoring visit.
746.4751(d) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Keep Records for 3 Months
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 21, 2025 · Correction verified: March 21, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring visit, the operation did not have a checklist available for review for the daily operations and outdoor playground.
July 12, 2024 · Assessment · 1 citation
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 12, 2024 · Correction verified: July 29, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four staff members did not complete the first aid and CPR training.
July 2, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
June 5, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
May 28, 2024 · Assessment · 6 citations
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 24, 2024 · Correction verified: June 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not provide the health statements for ten students, signed by the parent or physician.
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 24, 2024 · Correction verified: June 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not provide the FARE allergy food forms for two children signed by the physician and parent.
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: June 24, 2024 · Correction verified: July 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four staff members did not complete the first aid and CPR training.
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: June 10, 2024 · Correction verified: June 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not send a copy of the four caregiver affidavit forms notarized.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 10, 2024 · Correction verified: June 5, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not send pictures of the fence repair on the playground.
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 10, 2024 · Correction verified: June 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not send documentation for the lockdown drills or fire drill inspections.
May 16, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 20, 2024 · Correction verified: May 17, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation has not posted the most recent licensing and investigation inspection on their parent board with all the required items. The operation has the inspection from July 2023 posted on the parent board wall.
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 20, 2024 · Correction verified: May 17, 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.
May 13, 2024 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 21, 2024 · Correction verified: June 14, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not have a current transportation training certificate. The last training certificate provided was from February 18, 2019.
May 2, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
April 26, 2024 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 7, 2024 · Correction verified: May 16, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The caregiver inappropriately redirects the child by pushing the victim head down to complete a task after using the restroom.
April 25, 2024 · Inspection · 8 citations
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 24, 2024 · Correction verified: July 2, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two pieces of playground equipment were less than six feet apart on the playground.
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 24, 2024 · Correction verified: May 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have documentation available to review for the fire, lock down, or sheltering drills for staff. The operation did not have documentation available for the carbon monoxide detector testing.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 24, 2024 · Correction verified: May 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
10 out of 10 children's files did not have the health statement form signed by the parent or physician.
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: May 24, 2024 · Correction verified: May 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Five staff members did not have CPR/First Aid training available for review during the monitoring visit.
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 24, 2024 · Correction verified: June 20, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two children did not have allergy forms signed by the doctor and parent available for review during the monitoring visit.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 24, 2024 · Correction verified: May 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The playground wood fence needs five panels replaced or repaired.
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: May 24, 2024 · Correction verified: May 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four staff members did not have affidavit forms available for review during the monitoring visit.
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 24, 2024 · Correction verified: June 24, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have an up-to-date copy of the annual fire inspection report available during the monitoring visit.
December 12, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
December 11, 2023 · Investigation · No citations
July 31, 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: August 31, 2023 · Correction verified: August 10, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have six inches of loose fill on the 3b playground.
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 4, 2023 · Correction verified: August 11, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
There was a soiled diaper and clothing on the floor of a restroom located in a classroom used by children. There was also small flying insects on the walls in this restroom used by children at the operation.
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 31, 2023 · Correction verified: September 1, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have any current drills available for review.
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 4, 2023 · Correction verified: August 4, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not post letters or forms from the most recent Licensing inspection or investigation.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 4, 2023 · Correction verified: August 11, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
A light in a class used for napping did not work. Two toilets in the operation did not flush.
October 6, 2022 · Inspection · 9 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: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The pea gravel located on the playground used by 3 year old children did not have at least six inches of loose fill around fall zones per standard.
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
All personnel records reviewed did not have notarized affidavits.
746.801(18) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 13, 2022 · Correction verified: October 26, 2022 · 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.
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Lock down drills were not being conducted at the operation.
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: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 26, 2022 · 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.
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not have current CPR training.
746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two out of four personnel records reviewed did not have a copy of photo ID.
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 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current fire inspection.
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: October 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director had 17.5 out of 30 training hours completed.
July 13, 2022 · Inspection · 2 citations
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: July 13, 2022 · Correction verified: July 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed supervising school age children prior to the operation receiving the results of the person's eligibility from CBCU. The caregiver left the operation.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 22, 2022 · Correction verified: July 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There are exposed nails on the older childrens playground.
July 12, 2022 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 29, 2022 · Correction verified: August 1, 2022 · 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: July 29, 2022 · Correction verified: August 1, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and was found to be deficient. The staff did not demonstrate good judgment by failing to contact emergency personnel and delaying treatment for the victim.
June 13, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
February 14, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
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