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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: 8603 S NORMANDALE ST, Fort Worth, TX 76116
County: Tarrant County
Phone: (817) 244-7970
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 117 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 31189- 684
Permit: Full Permit, issued November 27, 1985
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 31189- 684 on the search page).
Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 18 inspections
- 11 investigations
- 2 assessments
- 21 citations from these visits (risk level: High 7, Medium High 6, Medium 7, Medium Low 1)
A citation means an inspector found a rule wasn't met at the time of the visit; many are corrected the same day. Read the official record for details.
Below is every visit in the state's files from February 14, 2022 to October 30, 2026, newest first: 51 visits and 43 citations in all, so the totals can be higher than the 3-year counts above. An investigation is a visit to look into a report or complaint; many find no citations. Risk level is the level Texas HHSC assigns to each rule, from low to high, as published. Technical assistance means the inspector gave guidance on the rule. The state's file does not say whether the "correct-by" date is a deadline or the day the problem was fixed, so it can fall after the verified date or in the future.
October 30, 2026 · Inspection · Findings pending
September 30, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
September 11, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
September 8, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
August 19, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
August 14, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
August 7, 2026 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2501(1) - Care Requirements for Toddlers - Routines Maintained
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 10, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that staff failed to maintain regular diapering routines, resulting in a child going the entire day without a diaper change.
August 7, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
August 4, 2026 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2201 - Planned Activities Designed to Meet Individual Needs
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 30, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that staff in the school age classroom were not following the scheduled activity plan which led to a lack of structure that contributed to running and physical altercations in the classroom.
July 27, 2026 · Investigation · 7 citations
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Due to the number of deficiencies identified during the investigation, it is determined that the Director is not ensuring the operation remains in compliance with minimum standards.
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not report this incident to CCR as required.
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director was unable to provide the requested documentation to DFPS upon request at the time of inspection
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: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation was aware of the victim's ability to wander and climb, jump from shelves; however, no measures were implemented to prevent these behaviors.
746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The caregivers were not aware of which staff member was responsible for supervising the victim when he was able to wander out of the building unsupervised.
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not complete an incident report for the victim, who wandered out of the building unsupervised and was found by a construction worker.
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 11, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
In a caregiver interview, the caregiver admitted to restraining a child in a chair to prevent them from running around the classroom and to allow the caregiver to regain control of the classroom.
July 21, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
June 30, 2026 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 29, 2026 · Correction verified: August 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The caregiver did not buy ice cream for two of the ten children that went on the field trip because they were misbehaving.
May 1, 2026 · Assessment · 1 citation
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2026 · Correction verified: May 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One caregiver did not have training in administering medication.
April 7, 2026 · Inspection · 6 citations
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 14, 2026 · Correction verified: April 30, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There was no documentation of monthly checks of the fire extinguisher.
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 14, 2026 · Correction verified: April 30, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There was no documentation of monthly testing of the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector.
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: April 14, 2026 · Correction verified: April 30, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training available for review at the time of inspection.
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2026 · Correction verified: May 1, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One caregiver did not have training in administering medication.
746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 14, 2026 · Correction verified: April 17, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have documentation showing that severe weather and lock down drills are being completed.
746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation had a carbon monoxide detector installed but it was not in working condition. (Note; The director submitted a work order during the inspection and the detector was repaired).
January 16, 2026 · Assessment · 1 citation
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: January 21, 2026 · Correction verified: January 20, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not complete the employees who left employment survey timely.
November 14, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
November 11, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
September 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
September 8, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
September 5, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
August 29, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 12, 2025 · Correction verified: September 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The caregiver files were not avai;able for review.
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 12, 2025 · Correction verified: September 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current gas inspection available for review.
August 26, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
July 18, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 7, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
September 27, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
July 29, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
July 26, 2024 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 1 citation
746.2401(4) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2024 · Correction verified: September 4, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver did not respond promptly to a child that was injured and required medical attention.
July 26, 2024 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
May 2, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
January 31, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
December 13, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
October 13, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
September 29, 2023 · Investigation · 5 citations
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 5, 2023 · Correction verified: December 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 5, 2023 · Correction verified: December 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 5, 2023 · Correction verified: December 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 5, 2023 · Correction verified: December 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
746.5613 - One Seat Belt Per Person
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 5, 2023 · Correction verified: December 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
August 16, 2023 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 9, 2023 · Correction verified: October 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 9, 2023 · Correction verified: October 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
June 15, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 4, 2023 · Inspection · 6 citations
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 11, 2023 · Correction verified: June 1, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four child's files did not have the health statement singed by a physician.
746.1301(a)(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: June 13, 2023 · Correction verified: June 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two caregivers did not have a current first aid certificate.
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two children under the age of two were in a room with a television on. This was corrected at inspection when the children were moved out of the room.
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 13, 2023 · Correction verified: June 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two caregivers did not have a current CPR certificate.
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 11, 2023 · Correction verified: June 1, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One child's file did not include current immunizations.
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 18, 2023 · Correction verified: May 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current fire inspection.
January 6, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
December 21, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
December 20, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
November 28, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
November 9, 2022 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 23, 2022 · Correction verified: November 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current health inspection.
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 23, 2022 · Correction verified: November 28, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a current gas leak inspection.
November 2, 2022 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 16, 2022 · Correction verified: November 28, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
11/2/2022- The wooden barrier around the toddler playground still had exposed nails and rotten wood.
October 17, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
September 30, 2022 · 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: October 14, 2022 · Correction verified: October 17, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Throughout the operation, there were areas that had chipped paint that could be flaked off.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 24, 2022 · Correction verified: November 2, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
On the toddler playground the wooden frame around the area had exposed nails and rotten wood.
September 28, 2022 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
June 23, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
June 13, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
June 3, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
March 9, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
February 15, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
February 14, 2022 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 4 citations
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 7, 2022 · Correction verified: March 9, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director was unable to provide documentation for attendance at the operation on 2/14/2022.
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 7, 2022 · Correction verified: March 9, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child was unsupervised on the playground for approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 7, 2022 · Correction verified: March 9, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver failed to follow the operation's policies and procedures for a counting for children during transition from the playground to the classroom. A child was left unsupervised on the playground.
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 7, 2022 · Correction verified: March 9, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on information obtained during the investigation, it was determined a staff member failed to properly account for all children during transition from the playground to the classroom. A child was left on the playground.
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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.