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La Petite Academy
A licensed child care center in Fort Worth, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 9917 WHITE SETTLEMENT RD, Fort Worth, TX 76108
County: Tarrant County
Phone: (817) 246-0401
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 132 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 143390- 684
Permit: Full Permit, issued July 22, 1989
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 143390- 684 on the search page).
Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 17 inspections
- 7 investigations
- 28 citations from these visits (risk level: High 10, Medium High 12, 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 November 9, 2021 to September 14, 2026, newest first: 45 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 14, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
August 27, 2026 · Inspection · 8 citations
746.1013(a)(3) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 3, 2026 · Correction verified: September 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Person in charge did not have accesses to all necessary information when requested by licensing.
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, no documentation of fire, inclement weather or lock down drills were available upon request.
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2026 · Correction verified: September 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two CPR/First Aid certificates had been altered and/or falsified. The date taken/expiration date had been changed. Both employees verified they had not recently taken First CPR training.
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Infant sheets were observed loose and not tight fitting.
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 3, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
None of the infants had feeding instructions.
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Caregiver was observed not washing their own hands after diapering a child.
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Caregiver was observed not washing child's hands after diapering.
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
No outdoor/playground maintenance logs were available for review during the inspection.
August 3, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 16, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 14, 2026 · Investigation · 1 citation
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: July 30, 2026 · Correction verified: August 3, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that a caregiver failed to properly supervise when they fell asleep while in charge of a group of children.
April 10, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
April 9, 2026 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.305(a)(7) - Report Change in Controlling Person
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 5, 2026 · Correction verified: May 5, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation failed to report a change of controlling person.
746.1013(a) - Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 5, 2026 · Correction verified: May 5, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation failed to notify Licensing of the director's extended absence or who the designated person in charge would be during the absence.
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 5, 2026 · Correction verified: May 5, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that the operation did not report a situation involving concerns related to the possible mistreatment of a child.
February 5, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
November 7, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
October 27, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
October 24, 2025 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.3405 - Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 10, 2025 · Correction verified: November 7, 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.
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 10, 2025 · Correction verified: November 7, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection there was evidence of insects and rodents in many areas at the operation. An on call inspector arrived to confirm rodent activity and recommended temporary closure of the operation for pest treatment and deep cleaning.
August 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 21, 2025 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that the operation exceeded child/caregiver ratio in at least one classroom with 7 children (SAG - 17 months) and one caregiver.
746.1003(5) - Director Responsibilities - Direct Care for No More Than 10 Hours
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that caregivers worked over 10 hours of direct care on at least one day.
July 18, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 17, 2025 · Investigation · 5 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: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that caregivers did not demonstrate good judgement, competency or self-control in disciplining, interacting with, and supervising children.
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 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that caregivers failed to provide adequate supervision to children when they fell asleep on duty.
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that a caregiver used a vaporizer in the presence off children.
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that the director did not ensure that all staff complied with minimum standards related to discipline, caregiver responsibilities, and safety.
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that a caregiver used yelling and harsh tones when disciplining children.
July 8, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection a loose water hose was observed on the playground whien children were not using the equipment. This was corrected at inspection when staff disconnected the hose and wound it up to store so that it was inaccessible to children.
June 16, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 1, 2025 · Correction verified: July 8, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time if inspection several areas at the operation were in need of organzing, cleaning, and maintenance. The fence separating the 2 playgrounds was observed to be leaning over. A work order has been submitted. The Pre K classroom was unoccupied due to incoming supply deliveries, this area was disorganied making the space unuseable.
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection the fence gate for the outdoor space was locked with a combination lock. Caregivers were not aware of the combination code to open the gate. This was corrected at inspection when management provided the code to all staff who verbally acknowledged receiving the code.
May 16, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
May 15, 2025 · Investigation · 2 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: June 2, 2025 · Correction verified: June 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when using a vaporizer on the premises.
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 2, 2025 · Correction verified: June 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that an individual used a vaporizer in the building while children were in care.
May 15, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 21, 2025 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 9, 2025 · Correction verified: May 15, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation. It was determined that the caregiver did not demonstrate courtesy/respect when interacting with a child.
August 13, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 23, 2024 · Correction verified: August 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection one child was not current with immunizations.
September 20, 2023 · Inspection · 2 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 29, 2023 · Correction verified: October 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection one child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a food allergy response plan in thier file.
746.3407(6) - Empty Water Play Tables, Sanitize Water Play Toys, Wash Hands Before Using
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection a water table on the toddler playground was observed to be full of water. This was corrected at inspection by having staff empty the table.
June 27, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 23, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 19, 2023 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 19, 2023 · Correction verified: May 23, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection an infant was observed sitting in a highchair without safety restraints. This was corrected at inspection by the caregiver removing the child from the high chair so that the straps could be adjusted for size.
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 19, 2023 · Correction verified: May 23, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection, 2 classes at the operation were over the child/caregiver ratio. The operation camie into compliance by adding another caregiver to one class and several children from the other class were picked up by parnets during the inspection.
May 15, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 9, 2023 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.3405 - Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 7, 2023 · Correction verified: July 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that the operation did not comply with corrections required in the sanitation report.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 23, 2023 · Correction verified: June 27, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that floors, walls, and other surfaces at the operation were not cleaned or maintained appropriately.
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 15, 2023 · Correction verified: May 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection, 2 classes at the operation were over the child/caregiver ratio.
November 17, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
November 2, 2022 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 16, 2022 · Correction verified: November 17, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection there was a orange/black cable exposed from the ground posing a trip hazard.
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 21, 2022 · Correction verified: November 17, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection certificates for annual training hours were not available for review at the operation.
September 26, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
September 22, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
July 12, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
July 3, 2022 · Investigation · 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: November 30, 2022 · Correction verified: November 30, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was notified of the child's injury but did not report it to management so that timely action could be taken. The caregiver was terminated for not following procedures.
June 22, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
June 15, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
June 10, 2022 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 10, 2022 · Correction verified: June 15, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the time of inspection there were 13 children in the 2 year old class. An additional caregiver was added to the class to maintain ratio.
June 9, 2022 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.1203(7) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 27, 2022 · Correction verified: July 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver did not interact with children in a positive manner when the caregiver was observed responding to and redirecting children inappropriately.
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 27, 2022 · Correction verified: July 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that administrators did not ensure compliance with minimum standards due to lack of knowledge and good judgment regarding daily operations at the center.
March 30, 2022 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 13, 2022 · Correction verified: April 20, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have documentation of a current fire inspection.
March 29, 2022 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
December 21, 2021 · Inspection · 13 citations
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 4, 2022 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One child's file did not have a health statement from a parent or medical professional.
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 28, 2021 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not have documentation of current SIDS/SBS/EBD training.
746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 4, 2022 · Correction verified: January 4, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four caregivers did not have first aid.
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 28, 2021 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were 7 children's files that did not have current immunizations or any immunizations.
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 28, 2021 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two children's files did not have addresses for the emergency contacts.
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 28, 2021 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The activity plans did not reflect the new requirements for active play.
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: December 28, 2021 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two staff files did not have affidavits of employment.
746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 28, 2021 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not have current abuse/neglect training.
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 18, 2022 · Correction verified: January 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current health inspection.
746.2206(1)(B) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - 13 Months to Toddler and Pre K
Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
None of the children went outside during their scheduled outside time in the morning. The person in charge stated it was too cold, but the temperature was 45 degrees and sunny. The person in charge had the children go outside once the concern was addressed.
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 18, 2022 · Correction verified: January 4, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operational policies did not include the information from the updated standards..
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 4, 2022 · Correction verified: January 4, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four caregivers did not have CPR.
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 24, 2021 · Correction verified: December 28, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
None of the infants had updated feeding instructions.
November 16, 2021 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Five garbage cans in the centers were open and accessible to children.
November 9, 2021 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 16, 2021 · Correction verified: December 10, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not report to Licensing that a child attending the center contracted COVID19.
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