Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy LLC
Licensed Center · Katy, Fort Bend County, TX · Operation No. 1814864
Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy LLC holds a Full Permit issued November 4, 2025. In the state's 60-month public window it has 7 inspections on record with 20 cited deficiencies. The records below are republished verbatim from the Texas HHSC database.
License details
License status
Full Permit
Issued
November 4, 2025
Operation type
Licensed Center
Total capacity
141 children
Ages served
Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Address
5131 S Fry Rd Ste 100, Katy, TX 77450-7148
The 60-month record
7
Inspections
1
Assessments
0
Self reports
20
Deficiencies
Deficiencies by the agency's own weight: High 8 · Medium High 7 · Medium 5 · Medium Low 0 · Low 0. These are the state's precomputed counts, republished as-is.
Inspection history
| Date | Activity | Deficiencies cited |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 29, 2026 | Inspection | 3 |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Assessment | 3 |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Inspection | 13 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Inspection | 1 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 1, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
Deficiency records
May 29, 2026 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
A caregiver was observed leaving 3 children unsupervised.
Corrected: May 29, 2026
May 29, 2026 Standard § 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Children under the age of 2 years old were observed using screentime.
Corrected: May 29, 2026
May 29, 2026 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 subject was observed in the operation with direct access to children without an eligible background check. The subject was observed supervising 7 children.
Corrected: May 29, 2026
October 24, 2025 Standard § 746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
High Verbatim from the agency record
The emergency preparedness plan was unavailable for review upon request.
Corrected: October 31, 2025
October 24, 2025 Standard § 746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
2 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain photo identification.
Corrected: October 31, 2025
October 24, 2025 Standard § 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of 4 caregivers do not have current CPR/First aid certification.
Corrected: October 31, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain proof of education.
Corrected: October 10, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of5 children's records evaluated did not contain the physican's information or an emergency care facility.
Corrected: October 6, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain a special needs statement.
Corrected: October 6, 2025
October 2, 2025 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
A caregiver was observed leaving 2 children unsupervised during the inspection.
Corrected: October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
A fire drill has not been conducted.
Corrected: October 17, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Proper lighting was not maintained during naptime.
Corrected: October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain an emergecy contact.
Corrected: October 6, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
High Verbatim from the agency record
The emergency prepardness plan was unavailable for review upon request.
Corrected: October 10, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information
High Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain release information.
Corrected: October 6, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records - Proof of Request for background check
High Verbatim from the agency record
2 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain proof of request for background check.
Corrected: October 10, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
2 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain photo identification.
Corrected: October 10, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
High Verbatim from the agency record
1 out of 5 children's files evaluated did not contain authorization for emergency medical attention.
Corrected: October 6, 2025
October 2, 2025 Standard § 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
3 out of 4 caregivers do not have current CPR/First aid certification.
Corrected: October 17, 2025
August 14, 2025 Standard § 746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Documentation showing children are signed into care was unavailable upon request.
Corrected: August 14, 2025
About these records
These records come from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission database and cover the state's 60-month public window. Records synced from the agency on August 29, 2026. They reflect the agency's database as of that date; recent inspections may not appear yet, so verify current status with the agency or on the official record ↗. Facility operators can request a review through our corrections process.
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