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Star Kiddos Child Care Center
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: 1855 BARKER CYPRESS RD, Houston, TX 77084
County: Harris County
Phone: (281) 492-7474
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 85 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1713284
Permit: Full Permit, issued November 10, 2021
On corrective action (HHSC): Yes
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 1713284 on the search page).
Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 18 inspections
- 8 investigations
- 1 assessment
- 26 citations from these visits (risk level: High 15, Medium High 8, Medium 3)
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 30, 2021 to October 29, 2026, newest first: 37 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 29, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
September 28, 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: October 19, 2026 · Correction verified: October 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The last documented fire drill was completed 9/18/2026.
August 31, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 1, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
June 18, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
May 13, 2026 · Inspection · 2 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: May 20, 2026 · Correction verified: June 17, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Person in charge did not have access to the records.
746.4907(b) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2026 · Correction verified: June 17, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The concrete was visible under the padding for the play equipment.
April 8, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 24, 2026 · Correction verified: May 13, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
In the toddler room a child was being changed on a changing table that was on the floor near the other children.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 15, 2026 · Correction verified: May 13, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
1 out of 8 files did not have a health statement.
March 25, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 25, 2026 · Correction verified: April 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A video was observed of two children fighting and the teacher did not intervene.
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 27, 2026 · Correction verified: April 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A teacher was observed sitting down while two kids were fighting on the playground and did not intervene.
March 21, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
February 23, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
February 19, 2026 · Investigation · 4 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: March 26, 2026 · Correction verified: April 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver took a child to their home unauthorized.
746.1003(4) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 26, 2026 · Correction verified: April 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation the director allowed a caregiver to take a child in care away from the center to go and transport other 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: March 26, 2026 · Correction verified: April 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was left unattended on the van when the caregiver made a stop at their home to use the restroom. On another occasion, the caregiver also left children unattended on the van while the caregiver went in the school to get other children.
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 26, 2026 · Correction verified: April 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on information received during the DFPS investigation there was enough information to determine that a staff was observed vaping while caring for kids on the playground.
December 18, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
December 15, 2025 · Investigation · 8 citations
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: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 25, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver physically abused a child in care. During the investigation, it was determined that another caregiver physically neglected a child in care.
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: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left children in the classroom unsupervised when the caregiver went to the front office with another child.
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a DFPS investigation, there was evidence that a child was dragged from the classroom to the office as a form of punishment.
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director was aware staff were using inappropriate discipline practices with children and did not take appropriate action to address or stop the behavior or ensure compliance with minimum standards. The director also did not ensure staff received proper training related to discipline and guidance, and accepted training certificates not signed or verified by staff. Additionally, the director allowed children to be brought to the front office for the purpose of discipline and redirection, which is not an appropriate method of behavior guidance.
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that caregivers were not trained in discipline and guidance practices during orientation before having unsupervised access to children in care.
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 23, 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.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Evidence during a DFPS investigation determined that a caregiver did not exercise good judgment when the caregiver observed a child in care being physically abused and did not intervene.
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 18, 2026 · Correction verified: February 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not ensure compliance with minimum standards related to the care, supervision, and protection of children. The permit holder did not adequately monitor staff practices or take timely action to correct know concerns resulting in children being placed at risk.
November 12, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
October 10, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
October 8, 2025 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 29, 2025 · Correction verified: November 12, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Based on information provided during the investigation inspection and interviews, there was enough information to support the allegation of prohibited punishment.
October 2, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
August 25, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 21, 2025 · Assessment · 2 citations
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 11, 2025 · Correction verified: August 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required.
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 11, 2025 · Correction verified: August 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches,
June 16, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 4, 2025 · Correction verified: July 21, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The use zones for the slide is less than six feet required.
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 1, 2025 · Correction verified: July 21, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The toddler playground equipment does not have the required amount of loose fill of 6 inches,
June 3, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
November 4, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
October 23, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
October 10, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
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: October 18, 2024 · Correction verified: October 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
2 out of 3 infants did not have their feeding instructions signed or dated by the parent.
746.2405(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 18, 2024 · Correction verified: October 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
In the infant room, there is no chair or rocking chair available in the area.
August 20, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
August 19, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
August 13, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
October 16, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 6, 2023 · Correction verified: December 6, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There was no current fire inspection available for viewing. The last fire marshal inspection was on 6/16/2022.
June 15, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 24, 2023 · Investigation · 4 citations
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 15, 2023 · Correction verified: June 15, 2023 · 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.
746.5625(d)(1) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee verify all children accounted for
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 15, 2023 · Correction verified: June 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The bus driver did not ensure and verify all children were accounted for when dropping off the children at school and as result a child was left on the bus.
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 15, 2023 · Correction verified: June 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Operation did not notify parents of child being left on the school bus.
746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicle
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 15, 2023 · Correction verified: June 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Walkthrough was not made throughout the vehicle, to ensure all children were drop off at school.
November 14, 2022 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The food menu differed from the one posted at the operation. Note: The director corrected it at inspection time.
May 9, 2022 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 25, 2022 · Correction verified: June 22, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation does not have a current annual sanitation inspection since 04/01/2020.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 10, 2022 · Correction verified: May 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Ten children files were review. Nine of the ten children files do not have a statement of the child health from a medical professional.
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 25, 2022 · Correction verified: June 22, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation does not have a current annual fire inspection since 10/21/2020.
December 27, 2021 · Inspection · No citations
December 20, 2021 · Inspection · No citations
December 10, 2021 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 10, 2021 · Correction verified: December 20, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child was seen running out of the classroom by himself to the director office.
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 10, 2021 · Correction verified: December 20, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One operational staff was observed texting a family member during the inspection.
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 10, 2021 · Correction verified: December 20, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One child was observe playing a video game name Fornite on their hand-held device.
December 2, 2021 · Inspection · No citations
November 30, 2021 · Investigation · 5 citations
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 20, 2021 · Correction verified: December 27, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the interview an operational staff stated that she use food as a bargain chip in order to get the children to compiling the center.
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 20, 2021 · Correction verified: December 27, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
An operational staff can be seen mimicking a child behavior during an argument.
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 7, 2022 · Correction verified: December 30, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operational staff do not have the required annual training clock hours for guidance and discipline.
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 20, 2021 · Correction verified: December 27, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child can be seen leaving the classroom without proper adult supervision.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 20, 2021 · Correction verified: December 27, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
An operational staff is seen grabbing a child wrist during an argument.
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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.