Smart Ducklings Daycare

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 February 28, 2022 to September 21, 2026, newest first: 32 visits and 55 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 · No citations

2. September 8, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

3. August 19, 2026 · Inspection · No citations

4. August 14, 2026 · Investigation · 3 citations

   • 746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 11, 2026 · Correction verified: September 21, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the van driver was not using the attendance sheet and did not know what children they were responsible for.

   • 746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 11, 2026 · Correction verified: September 21, 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.

   • 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

     Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 11, 2026 · Correction verified: September 21, 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.

5. April 29, 2026 · Inspection · 1 citation

   • 746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 29, 2026 · Correction verified: April 29, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     During the inspection, a strong odor consistent with rodents was detected inside the building.

6. September 29, 2025 · Inspection · No citations

7. September 10, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation

   • 746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children

     Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 10, 2025 · Correction verified: September 29, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

     Inspector's notes (as published)

     The toddler and infant classrooms were over ratio. Note: This was corrected at inspection when children were moved to other classrooms.

8. May 5, 2025 · Inspection · No citations

9. January 10, 2025 · Inspection · No citations

10. December 19, 2024 · Inspection · No citations

11. November 6, 2024 · Inspection · No citations

12. September 9, 2024 · Inspection · No citations

13. July 11, 2024 · 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: August 1, 2024 · Correction verified: August 22, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      There are two infants in the Infant room that do not have monthly feeding schedules.

14. May 30, 2024 · Inspection · No citations

15. May 8, 2024 · Inspection · 20 citations

    • 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Two of the fire extinguishers in the center van/bus and fire extingusihers through out the center have not been serviced. The fire extinguishers were last serviced February 2023.

    • 746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The smoke detector is not being tested monthly as required. The smoke detector was last tested 1/12/2024.

    • 746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The fire extinguishers are not being inspected monthly. The fire extinguisher was last inspected by staff on 1/12/2024.

    • 746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      It was observed that caregiver did not sanitize the changing table after changing a child's diaper. Note: Corrected when caregiver sanitized the changing table.

    • 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      During inspection it was observed that the latch on the fence was not secured approrpiately, creating a safety concern, a child can open the gate. During inspection a riding toy and a play car were observed broken. Note: The broken toys were removed from the playground.

    • 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: June 7, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 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.

    • 746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Director and two staff members did not have a current training in transportation.

    • 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The small playground had over grown grass along the fence and by the stationary equipment. Two nap mats in the prek room were observed torn from the edges, exposing the foam.

    • 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Fire drills are not being conducted monthly. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/12/2024.

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

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The infant room did not have an updated infant feeding instructions for one infant. The instructions was last updated in February 2024.

    • 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 8, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      During inspection it was observed that a 3 year old child was in the restroom located in hallway, while caregiver went into another classroom, therefore child was left unsupervised.

    • 746.2205(a)(2) - Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Three classrooms did not have an activity plan.

    • 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 8, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One toddler was sitting in the toddler table and was not strapped in.

    • 746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      During inspection staff stated that a 2 year old child does not have outdoor time, and the child stays inside with another group due to parents request, and there is no doctor note in file.

    • 746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The carbon monoxide is not being tested monthly. The carbon monoxide was tested 1/12/2024.

    • 746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 8, 2024 · Correction verified: July 11, 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.

    • 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 29, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One child's file did not have an updated immunization record.

    • 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, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Caregver in the two year room indicated she had 11 children in care, and after counting it was noted that caregiver had 10 children in care. Caregver in the toddler room indicated she had 10 children in care, and after counting it was noted that caregiver had 11 children in care.

    • 746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Director did not have a current training in prevention, recognition, and reporting of child abuse and neglect.

    • 746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 22, 2024 · Correction verified: May 30, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Director did not have current training in SIDS and shaken baby syndrome.

16. January 19, 2024 · Assessment · 1 citation

    • 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: January 21, 2024 · Correction verified: January 23, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The operation did not report the number of employees who ceased employment in 2023 by the required date 1.15.24.

17. December 11, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

18. November 30, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

19. November 22, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation

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

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 22, 2023 · Correction verified: November 30, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The caregiver in the school-age classroom stated there were ten children in care when there were 14 children in care.

20. November 14, 2023 · Investigation · 2 citations

    • 746.505(2) - Notify Parents of Change in Operational Policy or Enrollment Agreement

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Based on the interviews conducted with administration changes to the policy were made without notifying the parents. NOTE: Parent signed notifications were provided.

    • 746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      A menu was not posted at the time of inspection. NOTE: This was corrected when it was posted.

21. October 20, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

22. October 16, 2023 · Investigation · 1 citation

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

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 31, 2023 · Correction verified: November 2, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      During the course of this investigation, it was determined the operation did not report to licensing after being notified on 10.16.23 by the parent by phone and through the Bright wheel message stating the child received medical attention after an injury at the operation.

23. September 19, 2023 · Inspection · 6 citations

    • 746.613(a) - Required Immunizations

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 19, 2023 · Correction verified: October 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One of the ten children didn't have an immunization record when reviewing on files.

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

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 19, 2023 · Correction verified: October 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      The operational policy did not specify the following; -Benefits of physical activity and outdoor play -Duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor Type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation. -Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place. -Recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities and -The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play and -A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play

    • 746.5607(a) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Must Use for Each Child in When Transporting and be Properly Installed

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 19, 2023 · Correction verified: October 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One seatbelt in van #2 that is located on the first row near the window behind the driver's seat was observed broken.

    • 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 19, 2023 · Correction verified: October 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Two of the fire extinguishers in two of the van's being used were last serviced in 2021.

    • 746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 19, 2023 · Correction verified: October 18, 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.

    • 746.1301(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: October 19, 2023 · Correction verified: October 18, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One of the ten staff files had an expired CPR/First aid cared of 7.7.23.

24. July 19, 2023 · Inspection · No citations

25. June 8, 2023 · Investigation · No citations

26. February 2, 2023 · Inspection · 4 citations

    • 746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      A trashcan without a lid was observed in the classroom 2B with diapers exposed. TA: This was corrected at inspection.

    • 746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 9, 2023 · Correction verified: February 7, 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.

    • 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One of the table booster chairs in classroom 7A was observed missing a fasten safety strap while a child was sitting it. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection as a safety strap was installed.

    • 746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 9, 2023 · Correction verified: February 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      No documented of the smoke detector, fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide for the month of January 2023.

27. December 1, 2022 · Inspection · No citations

28. November 22, 2022 · Inspection · 2 citations

    • 746.1613(a)(5) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 22, 2022 · Correction verified: December 1, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      At the time of the inspection six classrooms were observed with one caregiver in each as only one staff was present in the building which makes them two staff short present in the building.

    • 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 22, 2022 · Correction verified: December 1, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      In the dark orange classroom, there was 6 infants (14-17 months) with one caregiver as the children were napping, resulting in being out of ratio by one. NOTE: This was corrected when another caregiver stepped in.

29. November 10, 2022 · Inspection · 4 citations

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

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 10, 2022 · Correction verified: November 22, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One of the four cribs in the classroom 8A was observed with a loose crib sheet. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.

    • 746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups

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

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      A 2-year-old child in room 2A was observed walking with a baby bottle. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.

    • 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 10, 2022 · Correction verified: November 22, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      In classroom 2A a 12-month-old was observed with a 3-year-old during naptime. NOTE: This was corrected.

    • 746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 10, 2022 · Correction verified: November 22, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      An 8-month-old child was observed in the crib lying awake holding and drinking out of a baby bottle. In addition to another child awake wearing a baby bib while in the crib. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.

30. November 2, 2022 · Investigation · No citations

31. March 14, 2022 · Inspection · No citations

32. February 28, 2022 · Inspection · 8 citations

    • 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 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.

    • 746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Three out of six personnel folders did not have the required proof of educational requirements available for review.

    • 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 28, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      In the toddler room, there were thirteen children with an age group of two years. There was one caregiver. For this age group, a maximum of eleven children are allowed for one caregiver, Therefore, the classroom was out of ratio. This was corrected when another caregiver arrived.

    • 746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Two of six personnel records did not have the required abuse/neglect training.

    • 746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One out of ten children's folders reviewed was missing the required healthcare provider's information.

    • 746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information

      Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 28, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      Two of ten children's records reviewed were missing the required information regarding to whom the children may be released.

    • 746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification

      Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One of six personnel folders did not have the required copy of photo identification.

    • 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2022 · Correction verified: March 14, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No

      Inspector's notes (as published)

      One of six personnel folders did not have the required employment affadavit available for review.

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