Kindercity
Licensed Center · Houston, Harris County, TX · Operation No. 878297
Kindercity holds a Full Permit issued March 14, 2008. In the state's 60-month public window it has 21 inspections on record with 47 cited deficiencies. The records below are republished verbatim from the Texas HHSC database.
License details
License status
Full Permit
Issued
March 14, 2008
Operation type
Licensed Center
Total capacity
81 children
Ages served
Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Address
3750 S Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77063-5132
The 60-month record
21
Inspections
1
Assessments
0
Self reports
47
Deficiencies
Deficiencies by the agency's own weight: High 13 · Medium High 15 · Medium 16 · Medium Low 1 · Low 2. These are the state's precomputed counts, republished as-is.
Inspection history
| Date | Activity | Deficiencies cited |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | Inspection | 1 |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 22, 2026 | Inspection | 2 |
| May 12, 2026 | Report | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Inspection | 1 |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Report | 0 |
| Aug 5, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| Mar 5, 2025 | Report | 0 |
| Jan 16, 2025 | Assessment | 1 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Inspection | 0 |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Inspection | 13 |
| Jul 25, 2024 | Report | 0 |
| Aug 31, 2023 | Inspection | 6 |
| Jun 27, 2023 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 23, 2023 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 10, 2023 | Inspection | 3 |
| Apr 26, 2023 | Inspection | 4 |
| Apr 18, 2023 | Report | 5 |
| Sep 26, 2022 | Inspection | 6 |
| Apr 13, 2022 | Inspection | 0 |
| Mar 10, 2022 | Inspection | 1 |
| Mar 1, 2022 | Report | 2 |
| Jan 13, 2022 | Inspection | 0 |
| Dec 21, 2021 | Inspection | 0 |
| Dec 20, 2021 | Report | 1 |
| Oct 12, 2021 | Inspection | 0 |
| Sep 23, 2021 | Inspection | 0 |
| Sep 22, 2021 | Report | 1 |
Deficiency records
July 31, 2026 Standard § 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The urinal in the boys restroom was not functional.
Corrected: August 14, 2026
May 22, 2026 Standard § 746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Caregiver in the infant room was not able to respond to qestions about the age range of children in care.
Corrected: May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026 Standard § 746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
High Verbatim from the agency record
Child was found sound asleep in a restrictive device.
Corrected: May 22, 2026
April 1, 2026 Standard § 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Infant room was not properly lit upon entering.
Corrected: April 1, 2026
January 16, 2025 Standard § 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
Medium Low Verbatim from the agency record
The operation has not reported to CCR the number of employees who ceased working at the center in 2024 within the required timeframe.
Corrected: January 21, 2025
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a diaper during the inspection.
Corrected: August 16, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
High Verbatim from the agency record
A caregiver was observed alone with 6 children in a classroom and had direct access to the children. The caregivers background check is inactive and the operation has not received an eliglibty notification from CBCU stating the caregiver can be present. Note: The caregiver left the operation during the inspection.
Corrected: August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
High Verbatim from the agency record
A caregiver was observed grabbing a child during the inspection.
Corrected: August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
1 employee's file was not available for review upon request.
Corrected: August 16, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
1 out of 4 children's files evaluated was missing an immunization record.
Corrected: August 19, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
A caregiver did not have a child wash their hands after diaper changing.
Corrected: August 16, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
A child in care did not have a complete file available for review.
Corrected: August 16, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records- Current Driver's License
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The daycare driver's driver's license has expired. The provider did not have documentation showing a current driver's license was on file during the inspection.
Corrected: August 16, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.4907(b) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Play equipment was observed on the outdoor play area with rubber pieces for loose fill material that is installed over concrete.
Corrected: August 19, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Car seats in the van have expired and state not to use them after 2018 and 2020.
Corrected: August 19, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.1317(a)(6)(C) - Training Criteria - Training for employees of child care center only
Low Verbatim from the agency record
The center director has provided training to staff when the center has been assesed an administrative penalty within the previous 2 years.
Corrected: September 3, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.1319(b) - Block certification training include hours and topics
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Training certificates for the director do not indicate the specific dates of when each training topic was covered.
Corrected: August 19, 2024
August 12, 2024 Standard § 746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The use zone for a merry go cycle did not extend 6 feet. An additional 3 feet is required.
Corrected: August 16, 2024
August 31, 2023 Standard § 746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of 8 children's records evaluated did not have the name and address of the emergency-care facility.
Corrected: September 7, 2023
August 31, 2023 Standard § 746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
1 out of 8 children's records evaluated did not have a immunization record.
Corrected: September 7, 2023
August 31, 2023 Standard § 746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The following children's records evaluated were missing the information listed below: 1 out of 8 children's records evaluated did not have an field trip authorization. 1 out of 8 children's records evaluated did not have an water activities authorization. 1 out of 8 children's records evaluated did not have an address for the emergency contact.
Corrected: September 7, 2023
August 31, 2023 Standard § 746.4907(b) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Loose-fill material was observed installed over concrete.
Corrected: September 7, 2023
August 31, 2023 Standard § 746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
6 out of 8 children's records evaluated did not have a special care needs statement.
Corrected: September 7, 2023
August 31, 2023 Standard § 746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
2 pedals on the Merry-Go-Cycle were missing.
Corrected: September 7, 2023
May 10, 2023 Standard § 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
High Verbatim from the agency record
During the inspection children were observed climbing on chairs and tables. One child ran down the hall way into another classroom.
Corrected: May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023 Standard § 746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
High Verbatim from the agency record
During the follow up inspection another child was observed sitting in a high chair. It was stated by a caregiver that the child was in the high chair because they were running around and taking a long time to eat.
Corrected: May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023 Standard § 746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
High Verbatim from the agency record
Caregivers were observed grabbing children by the arm to get them to sit down during the inspection.
Corrected: May 10, 2023
April 26, 2023 Standard § 746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
High Verbatim from the agency record
During the inspection a child was observed sitting in a high chair while playing on a tablet. When a caregiver was asked why the child was in the highchair it was stated because the child was special needs and would not stop running around. Note: It was discussed that no child can be confined to any type of restrictive device as a for of discipline.
Corrected: April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023 Standard § 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
High Verbatim from the agency record
During the inspection a caregiver was observed in the infant classroom with direct access to children. The operation has not received an elgiblity notification from CBCU stating the caregiver was allowed to be present. Note: The caregiver left the operation during the inspection and another qualified caregiver was moved nto the infant room.
Corrected: April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023 Standard § 746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
A child was observed during snap time using a tablet. Note: This was discussed with the provider during the inspecdtion that screen time cannot be used during meals, snacks or naptime. It was suggested that tablets only be used during planned activities.
Corrected: April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023 Standard § 746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Another child was observed sitting in a high chair and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The provider secured the straps during the inspection.
Corrected: April 26, 2023
April 18, 2023 Standard § 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Based upon the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to support caregivers are using cell phones while caring for children.
Corrected: June 16, 2023
April 18, 2023 Standard § 746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Based upon the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to support that the incident report for a child who was injured was not shared with the parent.
Corrected: June 16, 2023
April 18, 2023 Standard § 746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Based on the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to support parents are not informed of less serious injuries at pick up time.
Corrected: June 16, 2023
April 18, 2023 Standard § 746.705 - Incident/Illness Report Form Signed
Low Verbatim from the agency record
Based upon the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to support a staff person from the operation did not sign the incident report for a child that was injured while in care.
Corrected: June 16, 2023
April 18, 2023 Standard § 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
High Verbatim from the agency record
Children were observed climbing on top of chairs and running around the classroom during the inspection. A child also walked out of the classroom and the caregiver closed the classroom door. When opening the classroom door the child was observed walking back from to the classroom with no supervision.
Corrected: April 26, 2023
September 26, 2022 Standard § 746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Caregiver was observed not washing toddler hands after changing diaper. This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver was observed washing the child's hands.
Corrected: September 26, 2022
September 26, 2022 Standard § 746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
High Verbatim from the agency record
The safety alarm in the transportation vehicle was observed not properly working during the inspection.
Corrected: October 10, 2022
September 26, 2022 Standard § 745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
High Verbatim from the agency record
A caregiver with conditions on background was observed caring for a group of children alone in the classroom. This was corrected during inspection when another caregiver arrived to work in the classroom with the caregiver.
Corrected: September 26, 2022
September 26, 2022 Standard § 746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Sippy cups iin the toddler room were observed not properly labeled with the child's first name and first initial of last name. This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver was observed properly labeling the sippy cups.
Corrected: September 26, 2022
September 26, 2022 Standard § 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The playground was observed having hazards( trash) throughout the playground accessible to children as they play. This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver was observed removiing the trash from the playground.
Corrected: September 26, 2022
September 26, 2022 Standard § 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
A 22 month old child was observed having screen time. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was observed turning off the television and giving the child another activity to do.
Corrected: September 26, 2022
March 10, 2022 Standard § 745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
An employee no longer associated with the operation had not been inactivated within the required time frame.
Corrected: March 11, 2022
March 1, 2022 Standard § 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
High Verbatim from the agency record
The caregiver in charge of a group of children did not intervene when the children were utilizing a stack of sleeping equipment as a form of an activity. The caregiver did not intervene when the children fell from the jumping off the stack of sleeping equipment, subsequently obtaining an injury. The caregiver did not intervene appropriately when the children fell off the stack of sleeping equipment. The children walked towards the caregiver.
Corrected: April 5, 2022
March 1, 2022 Standard § 746.2201(a) - Planned Activities Designed to Meet Individual Needs
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The caregiver did not provide activities for the children in care. The children were utilizing the stack of sleeping equipment as a form of play.
Corrected: April 12, 2022
December 20, 2021 Standard § 746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Based on the investigation and information obtained the operation is not in compliance. Note: The caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Corrected: November 18, 2021
September 22, 2021 Standard § 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
High Verbatim from the agency record
A caregiver dropped off a child late at their school and did not follow the school's safety protocols to escort the child inside the building when there are no school staff in the front of the school to greet and open doors for the students.
Corrected: September 23, 2021
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