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A Childs Garden Daycare and Learning Center LLC

12935 E US HIGHWAY 82, Whitesboro, TX 76273-5452

Operation number:
1707320
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Cooke
Capacity:
62
License effective:
January 25, 2021
Hours:
06:00 AM-06:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9032673330
Email:
tamialford@verizon.net
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 39 available inspections for A Childs Garden Daycare and Learning Center LLC from October 4, 2021 through July 22, 2026.

23 inspections recorded violations, with 57 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved transportation.

That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.

Two later inspections, from June 18, 2026 through July 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
39

7 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
57

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
37

3 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

39 total inspections vs 11 local median in Cooke County

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.46
Local median
0.13

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
51%
Local median
5%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
59%
Local median
13%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.33

Repeated topics

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

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

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

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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
During the inspection, it was found that one of the dirvers for the operation had not completed their annual transportation training.
Correction deadline
March 31, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 27, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Official code
746.1316(a)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the inspection outlets accessible to children in both the two-year old class and three-year old class were not covered by child safety covers. The Director did immediately locate new outlet covers to cover the outlets when the issue was brought to her attention.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Official code
746.3701(1)
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Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The operation's back building suffered major damage during a January 2026 winter storm that rendered the building unsafe for human occupation. The operation did not report this until late February of 2026. The operation has now permanently closed the building.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
Official code
746.305(a)(1)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on information obtained during a DFPS investigation it was determined that the director of the operation had knowledge of concerning behavior by a staff person and continued with that person's employment, even going so far as to rehire them after terminating them previously.
Correction deadline
October 20, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 28, 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)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
Based on information obtained during a DFPS investigation it was determined that the owner blatantly disregarded the safety of the children by allowing children to be exposed to an unsafe person.
Correction deadline
October 20, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 28, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Official code
746.201(9)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on information obtained during a DFPS investigation it was determined that children in care were abused by daycare staff. It was determined that multiple children in care had photos obtained and utilized to create explicit content.
Correction deadline
October 20, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 28, 2025
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)
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Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation an found deficient. A child received medical attention by a health care professional when dirt was accidentally thrown into the child's eyes. The operation did not report the incident within the required time-frame.
Correction deadline
April 1, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 3, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Official code
746.305(a)(2)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The child safety alarm was not working properly at the time of inspection.
Correction deadline
March 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 6, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
Official code
746.5625(b)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operation has not reported the total number of employees that left the operation for the previous year.
Correction deadline
January 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 8, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
Official code
746.303(b)
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Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
A caregiver used a baby wipe to clean an eight-month-olds hands after a diaper change.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 29, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3421(b) - Infant Handwashing - Raised to Sink
Official code
746.3421(b)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An employee did not wash their hands after changing a young child's diaper.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 29, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Official code
746.3415(4)
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Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The operation has not provided CPR and first aid training for two caregivers.
Correction deadline
October 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 10, 2022
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)
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
A caregiver who transports children did not have the required 2 hour annual trainings.
Correction deadline
August 26, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 6, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Official code
746.1316(a)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two caregivers present and observed caring for infants during inspection did not have current first aid and CPR.
Correction deadline
September 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2022
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)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
A vehicle used to transport children did not contain a fire extinguisher.
Correction deadline
August 24, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
Official code
746.5617(a)(5)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One child's record was missing the following immunizations: 2 DTAP, 1 HepB, 1 Polio, 2 PCV, and 1 Hib.
Correction deadline
July 27, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The operation was recited for not properly following the requirements of the corrective action.
Correction deadline
July 13, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Official code
746.201(9)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two caregiver records did not have documentation of completed orientation.
Correction deadline
July 27, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Official code
746.1301(1)(A)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two caregivers present and observed caring for infants during inspection did not have current first aid and CPR.
Correction deadline
August 3, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 24, 2022
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)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The primary infant caregiver that has been employed for over 90 days does not have the required 24 hours of pre-service.
Correction deadline
July 27, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
Official code
746.1301(2)(A)
Medium concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on observations made during inspection and information gathered, a four year old child was observed separated from the group for more than four minutes.
Correction deadline
July 13, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 24, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2803(4)(D) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
Official code
746.2803(4)(D)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The permit holder/director has failed to maintain consistent compliance with the minimum standards.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Official code
746.201(9)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
During inspection, an infant classroom was observed using wading pools during water activities. There were seven infants observed, with the youngest being ten months old, and three caregivers present.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2101(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities
Official code
746.2101(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Caregiver in the Infant A class served a child sitting at the table a snack on the bare table.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Official code
746.3317(6)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
A classroom with a specified age group of 12-17 months, is being used as a passageway to the outside area.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2403(6) - Infant Care Area - Not Used as a Passageway
Official code
746.2403(6)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The permit holder/director has failed to maintain consistent compliance with the minimum standards.
Correction deadline
June 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Official code
746.201(9)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During corrective action evaluation, the operation has not met transition log requirements or observation requirements as set by CCR Inspector and Supervisor.
Correction deadline
June 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
Official code
745.8641
Medium concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Based on external documentation reviewed and information gathered during inspection, the director has not been maintaining attendance.
Correction deadline
June 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Official code
746.801(5)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Based on information gathered during the investigation, the operation's staff and director have been taking children through an unlicensed space, into the director's office for separation when "acting out." The space presents a number of hazards to the children. There is broken tile through the entrance to the space and building materials.
Correction deadline
June 30, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Medium concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on information gathered during the investigation, the director/permit holder has been separating children from the group for more than one minute per age.
Correction deadline
June 30, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2803(4)(D) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
Official code
746.2803(4)(D)
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Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
One child at the operation does not have hearing and vision results on file.
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 3, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
Official code
746.603(a)(6)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Two children at the operation do not have updated immunization records on file.
Correction deadline
April 26, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 4, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver supervising children in the infant room does not have documentation of pre-service trainings completed
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 20, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months
Official code
746.1305(b)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Infant A and Toddler classroom's were both observed to have infants in seats without using the safety straps.
Correction deadline
April 19, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 4, 2022
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
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An child in the Infant B classrooms was observed in one restrictive device for more than 20 minutes.
Correction deadline
April 19, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 4, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
Official code
746.2417(2)(B)
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Medium concern: Parent rights
Report finding
The operation has three children records that do not have signed statements of policies received on file.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 7, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.503 - Provide Parents With Copy of Policies
Official code
746.503
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
One children does not have hearing and vision results on file.
Correction deadline
April 11, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 6, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
Official code
746.603(a)(6)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver is missing the following required topics: Emergency preparedness; Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; Understanding building and physical premises safety, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
Correction deadline
April 11, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 7, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Official code
746.1309(e)
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Two infant feeding plans have not be signed and updated as required.
Correction deadline
March 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 16, 2022
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)
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Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
The operation was observed using a YouTube video with visual aid during nap time in a multiple classroom space.
Correction deadline
February 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Official code
746.2207(c)(4)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
An 18 month old child in the Three's classroom does not have admission information on file at the operation.
Correction deadline
February 24, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A caregiver in the Two's class was observed not washing their hands following diapering. A caregiver in the Pre-K classroom was observed not washing their hands prior to handing food.
Correction deadline
February 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Official code
746.3415(4)
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The one has one child has been enrolled at the operation over one year without a health statement. Another child's admission packet health statement section was completed.
Correction deadline
February 11, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Official code
746.603(a)(3)
Medium concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The operation did not notify regulations of changes to the infant room.
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
Official code
746.301(2)
Higher concern: Environmental health
Report finding
Infants and Toddlers were observed being placed at a table to eat snack, without hand washing.
Correction deadline
January 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
Official code
746.3417(1)
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Two infant's written feeding plan have not been signed and updated by a parent/guardian.
Correction deadline
January 10, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 13, 2022
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)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
The Infant II/ Toddler classroom had a specified age group of 12-17 months with six children in care and one caregiver.
Correction deadline
January 6, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One infant's written feeding plan has not been signed by a parent/guardian.
Correction deadline
December 21, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 6, 2022
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)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Caregiver in the mixed group classroom did not know how many children were in care, after transitioning from the restroom.
Correction deadline
December 21, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 6, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Official code
746.1203(2)
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Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
Promotion of Physical Activity, section has not been added to the operational polices.
Correction deadline
December 3, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 14, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Official code
746.501(a)(18)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The operation has not been carrying a list of children being transported.
Correction deadline
November 16, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 21, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Official code
746.5617(a)(1)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The operation has one crib that does not have documentation showing manufacturer type.
Correction deadline
December 6, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 14, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
Official code
746.2409(a)(9)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Based on information gathered during inspection and external documentation reviewed, the operations infants have not been allowed time for outdoor play.
Correction deadline
November 16, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 21, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2417(1) - Activities for Infants - Outdoor Play Daily
Official code
746.2417(1)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Three children records do not have immunization records on file.
Correction deadline
December 6, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 15, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Official code
746.613(a)
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One child at the operation is missing the following immunizations: 1 PCV and 1 DTAP.
Correction deadline
October 22, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 8, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
The operation's one year old classroom specified age group was 12 - 17 months. There was one caregiver and seven children present. CI: The person in charge placed another caregiver in the classroom during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Two infants in the one year old classroom were observed sleeping in their play yard with training cups in their mouth. CI: The caregiver removed both cups during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
Official code
746.2419(7)