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La Petite Spencer

A licensed child care center in La Porte, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).

Program details

Program type: Licensed child care center

Address: 8414 SPENCER HWY, La Porte, TX 77571

County: Harris County

Phone: (281) 479-6125

Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School

Licensed capacity: 136 children

State ID (HHSC operation number): 58481- 684

Permit: Full Permit, issued September 10, 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 58481- 684 on the search page).

Inspection history

From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026

  • 6 inspections
  • 4 investigations
  • 13 citations from these visits (risk level: High 2, Medium High 7, Medium 4)

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 28, 2022 to September 21, 2026, newest first: 26 visits and 25 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. September 21, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations

    • 746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 5, 2026 · Correction verified: October 8, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      I did not observe documentation to show fire extinguisher inspected monthly and recorded.

    • 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 19, 2026 · Correction verified: September 22, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      I did not observe current sanitation inspection for the operation last one expired on 6/27/2026. The operation submitted paperwork to have the inspection completed.

  2. September 2, 2026 · Investigation · No citations

  3. August 21, 2026 · Inspection · 1 citation

    • 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 28, 2026 · Correction verified: August 25, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The latching mechanism on the playground gate was not closing properly presenting a safety hazard.

  4. August 18, 2026 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 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: September 16, 2026 · Correction verified: September 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Based on the information obtained, it was determined that a caregiver did not use good judgment when the caregiver physically removed a child's backpack in an aggressive manner.

    • 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 16, 2026 · Correction verified: September 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Based on the information obtained, it was determined that a caregiver used prohibited punishment when the caregiver physically grabbed and pulled on a child's backpack during care.

  5. January 22, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

  6. January 21, 2026 · Investigation · No citations

  7. September 23, 2025 · Inspection · 3 citations

    • 746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room

      Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was not posted in infant room. Note: corrected when staff posted diagram.

    • 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      I observe napping cots used by children in two rooms that were not labeled. Note: corrected when staff labeled cots.

    • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2025 · Correction verified: September 24, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The mulch under playground equipment is depleted and piece wooden log along edge is deteriorating presenting a safety hazard.

  8. September 24, 2024 · Inspection · 4 citations

    • 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The first aid kit in day care vans were incomplete missing various items and one was missing. Note: corrected during inspection.

    • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      I observe in boy's restroom unsanitary with a toilet seat, floor stains and a strong odor. Note: corrected during inspection.

    • 746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 1, 2024 · Correction verified: September 24, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One caregiver's personnel record was missing orientation statement, and notarized affidavit.

    • 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      I observe six cots that were not labeled with child's name or other identifying information. Note: corrected during inspection.

  9. January 22, 2024 · Inspection · No citations

  10. January 19, 2024 · Investigation · 1 citation

    • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 24, 2024 · Correction verified: January 22, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      I observe food stains along the wall and floor in the kitchen area.

  11. September 25, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation

    • 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 27, 2023 · Correction verified: September 26, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There were four infant feeding instructions that have not been updated. The Director is going to correct this by getting the infant feeding instructions updated.

  12. August 1, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

  13. July 28, 2023 · Investigation · No citations

  14. April 28, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

  15. April 20, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

  16. April 14, 2023 · 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: April 20, 2023 · Correction verified: April 28, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      During inspection I observe child walked in from outside to use the restroom without staff supervision. Note: corrected when staff took child to playground.

  17. April 12, 2023 · Investigation · No citations

  18. February 7, 2023 · Inspection · 2 citations

    • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 27, 2023 · Correction verified: February 27, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The fence on the playgrong is leaning and was not stable.

    • 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers

      Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Two month old child was in crib with a bib on and it was covering his face. The bib was removed during the inspection.

  19. January 31, 2023 · Investigation · 2 citations

    • 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization

      Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Director was aware that she did not contact Liscencing regarding an injury that resulted in medicaal attention.

    • 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: February 10, 2023 · Correction verified: February 21, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There was not any documentation that a caregiver was trained in CPR/First Aid at the time of the incident..

  20. December 21, 2022 · Inspection · No citations

  21. November 4, 2022 · Investigation · No citations

  22. October 26, 2022 · Inspection · No citations

  23. October 20, 2022 · Investigation · No citations

  24. September 30, 2022 · Inspection · No citations

  25. September 28, 2022 · Investigation · 1 citation

    • 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 27, 2022 · Correction verified: November 4, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Based on the information obtained, it was determined caregiver grabbed on to child's wrist inappropriately for an extended amount of time.

  26. September 28, 2022 · Inspection · 5 citations

    • 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: October 7, 2022 · Correction verified: October 11, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The OP has not documented CO and fire drills.

    • 746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One bus was missing the first aid kit. Another bus first aid kit was soiled and needed replacement. Note:corrected at inspection.

    • 746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2022 · Correction verified: October 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      In the mixed class all of the cots were not labeled appropriately.

    • 746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2022 · Correction verified: October 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There was no school information for 2 student files inspected.

    • 746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2022 · Correction verified: October 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There was no abuse/neglect training for the staff on file when training was reviewed.

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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.

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