Joyful Days Academy

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 September 23, 2025 to July 23, 2026, newest first: 9 visits and 40 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. July 23, 2026 · Inspection · 1 citation

   • 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 14, 2026 · Correction verified: August 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.

2. June 25, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations

   • 746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 9, 2026 · Correction verified: July 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The current safety plan does not apply to the operation's ability to maintain the plan. A new playground safety plan has not been created to account for number of staff to help with transitioning and maintenance of the play area.

   • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 6, 2026 · Correction verified: July 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     No active ant beds were observed, but the grass was not maintained and tall enough to be hazardous towards children playing outside.

3. May 8, 2026 · Inspection · 9 citations

   • 746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2026 · Correction verified: June 25, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regularly.

   • 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2026 · Correction verified: June 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     There was not enough lighting in the nap room to provide adequate supervision of the children.

   • 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2026 · Correction verified: June 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     A storage area in the school age classroom contains hazards such as tables leaning against the wall, stacked chairs and a multitude of other miscellaneous items is accessible to children.

   • 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 13, 2026 · Correction verified: July 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The center does not have a current fire inspection. The lat fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.

   • 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2026 · Correction verified: June 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for,

   • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2026 · Correction verified: June 25, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     An active ant bed was observed on the playground.

   • 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2026 · Correction verified: June 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     A caregiver was observed using her cell phone for personal use while responsible for supervising children during nap time.

   • 746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2026 · Correction verified: June 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.

   • 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: May 8, 2026 · Correction verified: May 15, 2026 · 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.

4. April 14, 2026 · Inspection · 5 citations

   • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 1, 2026 · Correction verified: May 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired.

   • 746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 28, 2026 · Correction verified: May 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Ensuring broken equimpent is removed daily, securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regulary.

   • 746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 24, 2026 · Correction verified: May 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and not set up properly while having exposed long metal points protruding from the bottom of the equipment.

   • 746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 1, 2026 · Correction verified: May 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.

   • 746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 14, 2026 · Correction verified: May 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Director responsiblities are not maintained when the director is overseeing caregiver roles and responsibilities which prohibits and limits the ability to conduct an inspection, provide records and documents, assist with administrative and clerical duties. Currently the director is the main caregiver providing care and supervision of the children in care.

5. March 25, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations

   • 746.909 - Access to Personnel Records

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 25, 2026 · Correction verified: April 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Personnel records were not immediately accessble for review when the director was supervising during naptime and the only staff member in the building, This was corrected when the owner had arrived at thhe operation and relieved the director from supervising to allow the director to obtain files for review by licensing.

   • 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets

     Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The infant crib did not have a tight fitted sheet. The sheet was loose with ripples and could easily be pinched up. It was oberved that the sheet did not fit the mattress properly. This was corrected when a tighter sheet was placed on the mattress.

   • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 10, 2026 · Correction verified: April 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. Outside, the second exit and pathway back into the buidling has not been maintained properly as potential hazards and tree debris is scattered behind the exit.

   • 746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded

     Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     During naptime, a floor fan was observed to be on and working with no safegaurd or barrier around it. This was corrected when the director removed the fan unit from the area of care.

6. March 23, 2026 · Investigation · 1 citation

   • 746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 3, 2026 · Correction verified: April 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Based on observations made, the outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and was turned over on its side with a long metal point protruding from the bottom of the equipment.

7. January 22, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

8. October 14, 2025 · Inspection · 3 citations

   • 746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 21, 2025 · Correction verified: October 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     A safety plan for the playground was implemented but was missing vital criteria for approval.

   • 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 21, 2025 · Correction verified: October 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The operational policies did not include parent rights.

   • 746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions

     Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: October 21, 2025 · Correction verified: October 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.

9. September 23, 2025 · Inspection · 15 citations

   • 746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The operational policies did not include all the required information for the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.

   • 746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions

     Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.

   • 746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The operational policies did not include parent rights.

   • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 10, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The outdoor play area has a metal play train and tube that is missing parts and not kept in good repair. The transportation van also was not properly cleaned out and had garabge and debris on the floors of the van.

   • 746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 30, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     3 school aged children did not have the required school information on file.

   • 746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     There was no transportation policy stated in the operational policies. The operation does offer transportation.

   • 746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 13, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     It was found that the route to the outdoor play area had additional hazards such as it being located right next to a bar/lounge. It was observed to have men coming in and out of the lounge with paraphernalia and smoking outside the lounge area. The outdoor play area is also located next to the shopping strip dumpster where it was observed that garabage and other hazards can easily make their way onto the play area.

   • 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 30, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     One child did not have an emergency contact listed in their file.

   • 746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The operational policies did not include all the abuse and neglect required information needed.

   • 746.4313(2) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for Supervision

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 10, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The outdoor play area is located at the end of the shopping strip. There was no written plan for maintaining proper supervision upon transporting children to and from the outdoor play area.

   • 746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 20, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by trees, bushes, trash, an empty gas container, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.

   • 746.4313(1) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Notify Parents of Location

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 10, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     There is no written notification to parents regarding the location of the outdoor play area.

   • 746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 3, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies.

   • 746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 30, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     Two children did not have emergency medical authorization from a parent.

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

     Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2025 · Correction verified: October 14, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The operational policies did not include inclusion service information for children with special needs.

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