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Ivy Kids at Summer Lake Ranch

14681 W LAKE HOUSTON PKWY, Houston, TX 77044-6449

Operation number:
1671048
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Harris
Capacity:
292
License effective:
July 11, 2018
Hours:
06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
8329555111
Email:
info@ivykidssummerlakeranch.com
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 55 available inspections for Ivy Kids at Summer Lake Ranch from August 23, 2021 through June 10, 2026.

16 inspections recorded violations, with 30 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 11, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.

That higher-concern topic showed up in four inspections.

Four later inspections, from March 30, 2026 through June 10, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
55

8 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
30

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
26

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
5

Last 36 months

Local comparison

55 total inspections vs 16.5 local median in 77044

Compared to 16 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.55
Local median
0.76

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
29%
Local median
33%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
29%
Local median
38%

Repeated topics

This provider
5
Local average
1.75

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The caregiver in the infant classroom provided incorrect ages for each child present in the classroom. The infant caregiver and school age caregiver provided ages for children who were not present during the inspection. Both caregivers had detailed rosters they could refer to that provides the children DOB and age. The age on the roster included years and months. This was corrected when the director instructed the caregiver to refer to their roster.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
Official code
746.1205(a)(3)
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the investigation a child in care soiled her clothing, the operation provided the child with donated clothing that was too big and exposed the child?s body.
Correction deadline
November 17, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 25, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
View official report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Caregivers did not know the correct number of children they were responsible for in the Toddlers, Pre-K 2 and Pre-School B classrooms during the follow up inspection.
Correction deadline
June 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 3, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Official code
746.1205(a)(2)
View official report
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Two Food Allergy Emergancy Plans were incomplete as they did not include the signature from the parent. Note: Parents signed the food allergy plans during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Official code
746.3819
Medium concern: Medication
Report finding
Observed 2 expired Epi-Pens during the inspection. They both expired in April 2024.
Correction deadline
June 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 21, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
Official code
746.3809
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
A caregiver did not know the correct number of children they were responsible for during the follow up inspection. The caregiver stated there were 8 infants were there 9 infants in the room.
Correction deadline
June 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 21, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Official code
746.1205(a)(2)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
There was no documentation showing the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors have been tested monthly as the dates were missing and the name of who tested the detectors was missing.
Correction deadline
June 7, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 5, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Official code
746.5319
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Observed toys that were placed in the hand washing sink in the Infant B classroom.
Correction deadline
June 11, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 21, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
Official code
746.2419(8)
View official report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
A caregiver did not know the correct number of children they were responsible for during the follow up inspection.
Correction deadline
May 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Official code
746.1205(a)(2)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Caregivers were observed grabbing children by the arm during the follow up inspection.
Correction deadline
May 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
During the investigation initiation the director, and two caregivers did not have current and up to date CPR training.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Official code
746.1315(b)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
During the investigation initiation, I observed a caregiver alone in a classroom supervising children which goes against the provisional status in place.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 16, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Official code
745.635(3)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the walk through I observed a caregiver yelling at a child in care during the transition time in the restroom before nap time.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 16, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Official code
746.2805(5)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
During the investigation initiation the center director and two caregivers did not have current and up to date first aid training.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Official code
746.1315(a)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Based on the information gathered a caregiver failed at promptly and properly changing a child`s diaper in care, causing a diaper rash.
Correction deadline
June 7, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3501(2) - Diaper Changing Steps- Cleanse Child with Individual Cloths
Official code
746.3501(2)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
A caregiver did not practice good judgment when picking a child up by one arm.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 21, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A caregiver did not have a child's hands washed after diapering. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver went and had the child wash their hands.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Official code
746.3417(3)
Medium concern: Medication
Report finding
An Epi Pen was observed and had expired in December 2023. Note: The provider has given the Epi Pen back to the parent.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
Official code
746.3809
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
2 infant feeding instruction forms were not reviewed and updated within the last30 days.
Correction deadline
April 5, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 27, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Official code
746.2421(b)
View official report
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The director did not follow up with the owner's request for the caregiver to notify parent of a minor injury the caregiver caused.
Correction deadline
October 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 30, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Official code
746.1003(1)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard has been evaluated and found to be deficient according to Minimum Standards. A caregiver grabbed a child by the face causing scratches.
Correction deadline
October 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 30, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The Department of Family and Protective Services found abuse occurred in regard to this investigation.
Correction deadline
October 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 30, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Official code
746.1201(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver was lacking current training for children under two years of age. The caregiver was working in the infant room.
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
Official code
746.1309(d)
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
This standard was evaluated regarding a self-report received. Evidence supports a child in care was left unsupervised and was able to walk into a classroom alone for approximately 6 minutes. No injuries were received.
Correction deadline
June 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
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
Official code
746.1205(a)(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
Based on information received during the investigation there is sufficient evidence to support that the incident was not reported in the required time frame.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Official code
746.305(a)(6)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Based on information obtained during the investigation there is a sufficient amount of evidence to conclude that a child did exit the playground through a gate.
Correction deadline
October 13, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 9, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Based on the information obtained, it is determined that there is evidence to support that the operation failed to supervise the infants in care that caused a child to be injured.
Correction deadline
May 16, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained, it is determined that there is evidence to support that the operation caregiver in the pre-k classroom used an inappropriate method to discipline a child.
Correction deadline
February 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 7, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
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Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The current employee list was lacking the new employees at the operation.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
Official code
746.401(9)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Two infants were observed sitting in high chairs and the straps were not secure. Note: I informed the caregivers and they properly secured the infants inside of the chair.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Official code
746.2407