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Childcare center · Quitman, TX
The Caterpillar Clubhouse
A licensed child care center in Quitman, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 606 S MAIN ST, Quitman, TX 75783
County: Wood County
Phone: (903) 492-3501
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 34 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1685885
Permit: Full Permit, issued September 9, 2019
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.
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Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 14 inspections
- 4 investigations
- 28 citations from these visits (risk level: High 6, Medium High 12, Medium 8, Medium Low 2)
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 16, 2021 to November 10, 2026, newest first: 31 visits and 53 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.
November 10, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
September 23, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2026 · Correction verified: November 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, two out three children's records reviewed did not have a current immunization record.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2026 · Correction verified: November 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, one out of three children's records reviewed did not have a healthcare provider statement.
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 14, 2026 · Correction verified: November 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, a section of the underpinning on the side of the building is not secured and needs to be secured and replaced.
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: October 14, 2026 · Correction verified: November 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the climbing equipment on the playground had 3 1/2 inches of gravel at the slide exit and out of compliance.
July 14, 2026 · Inspection · 1 citation
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: July 17, 2026 · Correction verified: July 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, the parent has not dated the written feeding instruction for the youngest infant.
June 26, 2026 · Inspection · 5 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: July 3, 2026 · Correction verified: July 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the written feeding instruction for the youngest infant did not have a parent signature and was not dated.
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 26, 2026 · Correction verified: July 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the documentation for the fire drills was incomplete and did not have dates, times, signatures on drills for May or June documentation.
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 10, 2026 · Correction verified: July 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, two garbage cans were accessible to children on the playground with no lids and the contents of the trash gave off an odor and trash was laying around on the ground.
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 26, 2026 · Correction verified: July 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, a fan cord and an exposed muliple plug outlet were on the floor in the classroom and accessible to children. A can of hot shot and lighter fluid was accessible to children. All was corrected at the inspection.
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 10, 2026 · Correction verified: July 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the walls in the classrooms, the floors in the classroom and the walkways to and from the playground must be clean and in good repair.
April 16, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
April 2, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: April 8, 2026 · Correction verified: April 6, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, one employment affidavit is needed to complete the personnel file.
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 13, 2026 · Correction verified: April 16, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, the fire extinguisher has not been serviced since September of 2024. At the inspection, the fire extinguisher was tagged and last serviced in September 2024.
March 17, 2026 · Inspection · 9 citations
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 17, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, a caregiver was heard yelling at a child while playing in the classroom.
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 31, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the fire extinguisher was tagged and last serviced in September 2024.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 31, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, broken toys, chairs and trash were present on the playground.
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 31, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 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.
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: March 31, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, two out of five personnel records reviewed did not include the notarized employment affidavit.
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 31, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the emergency practice drills documentation was incomplete by not including the complete date and time, or the time of evacuation taken place.
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 19, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the operation violated the condition placed on the background check determination by allowing a caregiver to be left alone with a group of children.
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 31, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the training records for the staff were not in order and certificates were needing to be added for review.
746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 31, 2026 · Correction verified: April 2, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, two out of five personnel records reviewed did not include a driver license or photo identification.
May 16, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
May 14, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
May 9, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
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 23, 2025 · Correction verified: May 15, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the fire inspection has expired and the last report is dated 8/31/2023.
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 23, 2025 · Correction verified: May 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the wooden climbing play structure on the playground is missing two slats and has exposed screws.
April 10, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 7, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
June 20, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 20, 2024 · Correction verified: June 25, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the director's training record was not available for review.
March 19, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
February 29, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
January 25, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
January 24, 2024 · Investigation · 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 · Correct-by date in the state file: March 4, 2024 · Correction verified: March 19, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed to be on her cellphone prior to getting up and moving a child on a nap mat with her foot.
January 24, 2024 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 22, 2024 · Correction verified: February 29, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The director was not maintaining compliance with the minimum standards for a safe and healthy environment for children.
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 22, 2024 · Correction verified: February 29, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The operation removed the paneling in the front bathroom due to a leak and had exposed beams.
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 22, 2024 · Correction verified: February 29, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver was hired on 1/23/24 and started working on 1/25/24 and was handed a certificate of attending a first aid training, that was not valid.
August 18, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2023 · Correction verified: August 28, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, the checklists are posted but no documentation has been added to the form. At the follow-up inspection, the playground checklists have not been documented. At the inspection, the operation has not recorded the playground maintenance checklists.
August 3, 2023 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 17, 2023 · Correction verified: August 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, clutter in the hallways and kitchen area is present, the flooring is a tripping hazard in the hallway to the playground, and stacks of materials and supplies are present. At the inspection, the operations classrooms, hallways, staircase and kitchen is cluttered with stacks of supplies, materials, and debris.
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 17, 2023 · Correction verified: August 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, a child was present in the kitchen office area viewing a tablet and the schoolers were using tablets during the scheduled nap time.
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 17, 2023 · Correction verified: August 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, the playground checklists have not been documented. At the inspection, the operation has not recorded the playground maintenance checklists.
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 17, 2023 · Correction verified: August 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, the nap room was dark and children could not be seen on the floor where they were napping.
July 7, 2023 · Inspection · 8 citations
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the operation did not have documentation of the fire, severe weather or lockdown practice drills.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the grass on the playground is high and needs to be mowed and trash needs to be removed from the play area.
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, 2 out of 5 children's records reviewed did not have an updated immunization record included in the file.
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the operations classrooms, hallways, staircase and kitchen is cluttered with stacks of supplies, materials, and debris.
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the operation has not recorded the playground maintenance checklists.
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 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.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, 4 out of 5 children's records reviewed did not have the healthcare provider statement included in the file.
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 21, 2023 · Correction verified: August 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the operational policy reviewed did not include information related to the promotion of indoor/outdoor physical activity.
June 14, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 15, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 12, 2023 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.3317(1) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Sanitize Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 9, 2023 · Correction verified: June 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was evaluated during the investigation inspection and found deficient. The caregiver was observed feeding four infant's applesauce with the same spoon.
April 20, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
March 24, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 24, 2023 · Correction verified: April 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, four children were being pushed on the playground by a caregiver and were not strapped in the seats on the buggy. This was corrected at inspection by removing the children from the buggy.
March 14, 2023 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2023 · Correction verified: March 24, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, two children were watching the TV after breakfast and are under the age of 2 years old.
746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 24, 2023 · Correction verified: March 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the current gas leak inspection is expired and is dated 1/21/21.
October 7, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
September 22, 2022 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 22, 2022 · Correction verified: September 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, two infants were not strapped into the infant equipment while being used. The caregiver corrected at inspection.
746.4953(4) - Safety Requirements of SCPE - Installed, Maintained and Cleaned
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 22, 2022 · Correction verified: October 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, the bounce house was being used by children, four children were bouncing at the same time and the bounce house is not fully enclosed.
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 6, 2022 · Correction verified: October 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the follow-up inspection, the directors training certificates for 2021 were not available for review.
August 18, 2022 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2022 · Correction verified: August 29, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the operational policy did not address all the information related to child abuse/neglect.
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2022 · Correction verified: August 29, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the operational policy did not have information related to the indoor/outdoor physical activity.
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2022 · Correction verified: August 26, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the fire extinguisher was not dated, tagged and had not been serviced as required by manufacturer's instructions.
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2022 · Correction verified: September 22, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the 5 personnel records were not available for review.
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2022 · Correction verified: August 30, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
At the inspection, the fire inspection is dated 6/28/2021 and is expired.
November 16, 2021 · Inspection · No citations
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