The Sonshine Ark

Inspection history

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 November 19, 2021 to September 28, 2026, newest first: 26 visits and 32 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.

1. September 28, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

2. September 15, 2026 · 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: September 18, 2026 · Correction verified: September 18, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     An allergy action plan was not signed by the parent.

   • 746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date

     Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Unlabeled medications were being stored in the medication cabinet. This was corrected at inspection when the medications were discarded.

   • 746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

     Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     A classroom had a movie playing during naptime This was corrected at inspection when the move was turned off.

3. September 1, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

4. August 21, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

5. August 7, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations

   • 746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 7, 2026 · Correction verified: August 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     On 7/23/2026, video footage showed infants being removed from a table at 11:40 AM. Two infants were left in the bucket chairs from 11:40 AM-11:54 AM, seconds from 11:55 AM (15 minutes). The teachers were observed putting the other three children to sleep while the other two children sat there for nearly fifteen minutes until one teacher went to get them. The teachers did not bring all the children down during the same time frame. The children were observed still buckled in their seats.

   • 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: August 7, 2026 · Correction verified: August 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     On 7/23/2026 video footage from 7/23/26 was viewed and a teacher was observed feeding children at a table with one child in the back of the room playing. The teacher was observed to have her back to the child and did not turn around for 5 minutes. The teacher then walked to the sink behind the table and the child who was playing in the back ran to the table and attempted to take another child's food. That child pushed the other child away, causing them to flal to the floor. The angle of the camera did not catch the child on video, but it was unknown if the cihld was crying. The child was observed to have gotten up less than two minutes later, and the teacher's back was still to the children. On 8/1/2026 the director had a meeting with the staff where the issue of supervision was addressed. The caregiver did attend this meeting as per the sign in log. This was corrected before today's inspection. On 7/6/2026 a caregiver left children unattended for two minutes in a classroom while she went to the front to pick up a child.

6. August 3, 2026 · Investigation · No citations

7. May 8, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

8. April 23, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations

   • 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 7, 2026 · Correction verified: April 30, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     During the inspection, it was found that a staff member had a CPR certification that lacked the in-person portion of the course.

   • 746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 24, 2026 · Correction verified: April 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Two caregivers who were reported to be transporting children did not have a valid transportation training.

9. April 20, 2026 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 1 citation

   • 746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 7, 2026 · Correction verified: May 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Upon review of video footage, it was determined that a caregiver did not interact positively with a child in care.

10. November 25, 2025 · Inspection · No citations

11. November 18, 2025 · Inspection · 3 citations

    • 746.1801(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio for Field Trips - Areas Open to General Public

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 18, 2025 · Correction verified: November 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      During the inspection, it was observed a group of 20 children went on a field trip to the library with 3 caregivers. Field trips ratios indicate that 4 caregivers were required. This was corrected when they returned to the center.

    • 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 21, 2025 · Correction verified: November 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Three of the five enrolled infants did not have a current written feeding instruction form. Two of the three expired three months ago.

    • 746.5405 - Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 2, 2025 · Correction verified: December 1, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The operation did not have a gas inspection conducted.

12. May 22, 2025 · Inspection · 3 citations

    • 746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used

      Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There were four expired medication in the medication cabinet. This was corrected when staff member dispose the expired medication.

    • 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)

      There is a 9 inch gap between the fence and the gate. This was corrected when staff member added bungee ropes around the gap to fill the gap.

    • 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · 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.

13. May 9, 2025 · Inspection · No citations

14. April 14, 2025 · Inspection · No citations

15. April 9, 2025 · Investigation · 2 citations

    • 746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2025 · Correction verified: May 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Caregiver used inappropriate and discouraging language to and around the children.

    • 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2025 · Correction verified: May 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Caregiver was using inappropriate redirection practices such as pulling and grabbing a child.

16. September 17, 2024 · Inspection · No citations

17. September 3, 2024 · Inspection · 9 citations

    • 746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 10, 2024 · Correction verified: September 17, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      7 out of 10 staffs did not have the SIDS/Shaken baby training available for review at the time of inspection.

    • 746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 10, 2024 · Correction verified: September 10, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Four classrooms did not have a written activity plan with designated dates and time frames of activities.

    • 746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 10, 2024 · Correction verified: September 10, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The documentation of fire drills were not available for review at the time of inspection.

    • 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 3, 2024 · Correction verified: September 17, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There was one caregiver caring for 6 children in the infant room therefore the caregiver was out of ratio. The youngest infant is 6 months and the oldest 1 year old. This was corrected at inspection when the other caregiver entered the room.

    • 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)

      There were two outlets uncovered in the 4-5 age group classroom. Caregiver placed two covers in the uncovered outlets therefore were corrected at inspection.

    • 746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 16, 2024 · Correction verified: September 24, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The crib mattresses were recently replaced with new ones that do not specifically match the crib model numbers.

    • 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The child safety lock on the cabinet was broken, therefore the Lysol was accessible to the children in the toddler's room. During the inspection, the caregiver took action to address the issue by moving the Lysol to a top cabinet that is out of reach for the children

    • 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 10, 2024 · Correction verified: September 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.

    • 746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 3, 2024 · Correction verified: September 17, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One infant was observed in the highchair without the safety straps. There was no safety straps in any of the highchairs.

18. April 23, 2024 · Inspection · No citations

19. April 18, 2024 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 2 citations

    • 746.705 - Incident/Illness Report Form Signed

      Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: June 14, 2024 · Correction verified: July 3, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      A child accidentally bit their tongue 04/17/24 and was taken to the hospital for evaluation. An incident report was filled out but not signed by the person in charge within the required 48 hours of the incident occurring.

    • 746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 14, 2024 · Correction verified: July 3, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      A child accidentally bit their tongue and they were taken to the emergency room to be evaluated on 04/17/24. The operation did obtain a parent signature on the incident report within the required 48 hours.

20. December 5, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

21. October 23, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

22. September 28, 2023 · Inspection · 2 citations

    • 746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 13, 2023 · Correction verified: October 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      In reviewing the operational policies, there is no updated information on the support of inclusive services.

    • 746.609(a) - Update Admission Information - Procedure

      Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: October 13, 2023 · Correction verified: October 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The admission forms have not been updated to reflect changes made to minimum standards.

23. November 29, 2022 · Inspection · No citations

24. October 19, 2022 · Inspection · No citations

25. September 30, 2022 · Inspection · 3 citations

    • 746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 30, 2022 · Correction verified: October 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One caregiver in the infant class and one caregiver in the two year old class each failed to wash the hands of a child after diapering.

    • 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 3, 2022 · Correction verified: October 3, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There was no documentation available to show that training had been completed by any caregiver in the required topic of Administration of Medication.

    • 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 14, 2022 · Correction verified: October 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The loose fill in all use zones of the outdoor play area measured less than the required six inch depth, and the ground beneath was exposed in several areas.

26. November 19, 2021 · Inspection · No citations

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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.