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Arka Montessori Academy
A licensed child care center in Houston, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 13654 SCHROEDER RD, Houston, TX 77070
County: Harris County
Phone: (281) 890-0294
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 151 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1005606
Permit: Full Permit, issued January 8, 2010
On corrective action (HHSC): No
On adverse action (HHSC): No
Conditions on permit: Yes (see the official record for details)
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
- 12 inspections
- 3 investigations
- 35 citations from these visits (risk level: High 6, Medium High 13, Medium 11, Medium Low 4, 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 January 25, 2022 to May 13, 2026, newest first: 22 visits and 60 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.
May 13, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
May 6, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 8, 2026 · Correction verified: June 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not have the 30 hours of annual training available for review during the inspection.
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 6, 2026 · Correction verified: May 13, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One teacher from the infant classroom left their classroom leaving a caregiver with 9 infants ages 12-17mo alone during nap time.
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 6, 2026 · Correction verified: May 13, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child was observed left alone unattended during the inspection.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 27, 2026 · Correction verified: June 24, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two children files were observed missing the health statements for review during the inspection.
June 16, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
June 4, 2025 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 4, 2025 · Correction verified: June 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One classroom was observed out of ratio during naptime. This was corrected when an additional caregiver was brought into the classroom.
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 4, 2025 · Correction verified: June 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child was observed sleeping with a bottle in the crib during nap time. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and removed the bottle during the inspection.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 18, 2025 · Correction verified: June 24, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One child in care did not have the health statement on file available for review.
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 18, 2025 · Correction verified: June 6, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One caregiver did not have the proof of high school qualification available for review during the inspection.
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 18, 2025 · Correction verified: June 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The admission information for two children were not available for review during the inspection.
August 29, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: September 5, 2024 · Correction verified: September 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A new hire staff member did not have the required pre-employement affidavit on file for reviewed.
August 21, 2024 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 21, 2024 · Correction verified: August 29, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The 3-4yo classroom was observed being out of ratio when there were 20 children with specified age group 4yo with one caregiver during naptime.
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 21, 2024 · Correction verified: August 29, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Supervision was not maintained when a caregiver from the 3-4yo classroom walked to the infant classroom to replace the director leaving the children unattended during naptime.
746.1003(6) - Director Responsibilities - Substitutes Called When Needed
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have any substitute caregiver to ensure the ratio of the caregiver and children are being maintained. Additional caregiver was called during the inspection.
August 13, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
July 30, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
July 16, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 19, 2024 · Correction verified: July 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two children did not have the completed admission information for reviewed during the inspection.
July 3, 2024 · Investigation · 3 citations
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: July 30, 2024 · Correction verified: August 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, the staff member did not have the current first aid certification for review during an inspection while in charge alone in a classroom with the children in care.
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 30, 2024 · Correction verified: August 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, the staff member who regularly presented and assisted/left in charge of the classroom with children did not have the completed personnel and training qualifications to be a caregiver at the operation.
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: July 30, 2024 · Correction verified: August 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, a staff member did not have the current CPR certification for review during an inspection while in charge alone in a classroom with the children in care.
June 10, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
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: June 10, 2024 · Correction verified: June 11, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Caregiver in charge did not have access to the required records requested for review during the inspection.
March 13, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver in 20-24mo classroom was observed using their personal cellphone while supervising 9 children during naptime. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and removed the cellphone.
February 26, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 26, 2024 · Correction verified: March 13, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One 4 month old was observed sleeping swaddled. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and unswaddled the infant.
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: March 4, 2024 · Correction verified: February 28, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
A follow up insepction was completed, this standard was reviewed and recited. The training certificates from the staff training files were not valid as it was missing the date of the training given.
February 22, 2024 · Investigation · 6 citations
746.1317(c)(3) - Training Criteria - Evaluation Tool
Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: March 6, 2024 · Correction verified: April 1, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, The certifications of training given by the director were reviewed and determined not compliant when there was no training assessment documentation completed by the staff members for review during the investigation.
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 6, 2024 · Correction verified: March 25, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, the attendance record for the director of the operation was not available for review during the investigation.
746.201(3) - Make Provisions for Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 6, 2024 · Correction verified: March 25, 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.
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 6, 2024 · Correction verified: March 25, 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.
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 6, 2024 · Correction verified: March 25, 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.
746.1319(b) - Block certification training include hours and topics
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 6, 2024 · Correction verified: March 25, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained from the investigation, it is determined the operation is not compliant when the certification of training given by the director did not address the clock hours for each training topic given on a certain date.
January 26, 2024 · Inspection · 8 citations
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: February 23, 2024 · Correction verified: February 26, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The training certificates from the staff training files were not available for reviewed. It was observed only training records were documented in the file.
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: February 23, 2024 · Correction verified: February 19, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Three employee files were reviewed and observed missing the signed affidavit for employment.
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 23, 2024 · Correction verified: February 26, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operational policies were reviewed and missing the required information as speciifed in subchapter 746.501.
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 23, 2024 · Correction verified: February 7, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The CPR/FA for the director and two other caregiver was not available for reviewed.
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 23, 2024 · Correction verified: February 26, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The training hours for 6 staff members files were observed missing from the total of 24 hours required annually. Two staff members' files did not have the training documents to review.
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Caregiver in the Toddlers classroom was observed did not wash their hands after completed changing diaper for the children. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and washed their hand during the inspection.
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The children in the Toddlers classroom was observed did not wash their hands after having their diaper changed. This was corrected when the caregiver was made aware and washed the children hands
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The children from the Toddlers classroom were observed sitting on the floor drinking milk from paper cups during lunch time. This was corrected when staff were made aware and removed the children from the floor.
March 15, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
March 10, 2023 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were only 11 children out of 25 children signed in on the sign in/out sheet the caregivers provided for review of the pre k classroom on the playground. Note: This was discussed with the caregivers and all children were signed in.
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 10, 2023 · Correction verified: March 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One of the caregivers on the playground with a group a children ages 3-5 stated there were 22 children in care. There were 25 children in care at the time.
February 16, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 16, 2023 · Correction verified: March 10, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The Toddlers classroom was determined out of ratio when three caregivers with 20 children ages 18-23 months old with specified age group 23 months old were observed on the playground during the follow up inspection.
February 9, 2023 · Inspection · 9 citations
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 9, 2023 · Correction verified: March 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The immunization records for three children were not available for review during the inspection.
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: March 2, 2023 · Correction verified: February 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The training documentation for nine employees file was observed not in a original certification form.
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 23, 2023 · Correction verified: March 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Five employees personnel files were reviewed and missing the proof of high school or equivalent documentation.
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The CPSC form was observed has not been certified during the inspection. This was corrected when the form was certified by the director during the inspection.
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 9, 2023 · Correction verified: March 6, 2023 · 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.
746.1301(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 2, 2023 · Correction verified: March 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One employee file did not have the annual training certificates available for reviewed during the inspection.
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Risk level: Medium 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.
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver in the Primary 1 with 3-4 years old did not know the age of the children when being asked during the inspection. This was corrected when a clip board contains children name and age were provided to the caregiver during the inspection.
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 9, 2023 · Correction verified: February 16, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two children from the Primary classroom were observed entered the building to use the bathroom without being unsupervised during the inspection.
April 18, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
March 16, 2022 · Inspection · 10 citations
746.401(3) - Posting Requirements - Licensing Notice-Keeping Children Safe
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 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.
746.2405(5) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Sufficient Number of Toys
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 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.
746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
List of current employees was observed missing during the inspection.
746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 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.
746.2405(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Infant Classroom was observed missing at least one adult size rocker/chair for the infant care area.
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The AC units located on the side of the building were observed uncovered during the inspection.
746.401(8) - Posting Requirements - Telephone Numbers
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Required telephone numbers was observed missing during the inspection.
746.401(4) - Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The Evacuation diagram posting for each classrooms was observed missing during the inspection.
746.2505(1) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 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.
746.2705 - School-age Furnishings and Equipment
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 20, 2022 · Correction verified: April 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Age appropriate furniture, nap equipment for school age children were observed not available during the inspection.
January 25, 2022 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: February 8, 2022 · Correction verified: February 11, 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.
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 15, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The CPR/FA for one employee was not available for review during inspection. The employee was observed having unsupervised access to children in care.
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
Risk level: Medium · 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.
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