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Childrens Lighthouse of Corinth

1560 POST OAK DR, Corinth, TX 76210-3036

Operation number:
1719519
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Denton
Capacity:
245
License effective:
August 31, 2021
Hours:
06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9402791168
Email:
corinth@childrenslighthouse.com

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

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Summary

This summary covers 81 available inspections for Childrens Lighthouse of Corinth from September 29, 2021 through July 21, 2026.

25 inspections recorded violations, with 49 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 7, 2026 and involved facility condition.

Incident records was a higher-concern topic that showed up in six inspections.

Five later inspections, from April 9, 2026 through July 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
81

16 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
49

13 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
42

10 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

81 total inspections vs 32 local median in 76210

Compared to 9 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.6
Local median
0.6

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
27%
Local median
27%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
31%
Local median
31%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
2.22

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.

Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
The operation did not provide parents of children with incident reports for situations that occurred while the children were in care.
Correction deadline
May 4, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 28, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Official code
746.707
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
Based on the information gathered through the investigation, the directors and caregivers were aware of multiple claims of suspected abuse and/or neglect and failed to report to the appropriate authorities.
Correction deadline
May 4, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 28, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
Official code
746.1201(5)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was determined that caregivers used creams that were not provided by the parent, and the operation did not have permission.
Correction deadline
May 4, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 28, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3501(4) - Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
Official code
746.3501(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Two caregivers in Room 9 did not know the number of children present.
Correction deadline
March 18, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 31, 2026
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
The last fire inspection conducted at the operation was 12/2024.
Correction deadline
April 1, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 31, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Official code
746.5101(a)
View official report
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
The operation did not provide a child's parent with an incident report for situations that occurred while in care.
Correction deadline
March 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Official code
746.707
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on information gathered during an investigation, the school-age caregiver open-handedly pushed a child in the face to turn them away from her, while the child was trying to communicate with the caregiver.
Correction deadline
March 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2026
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 gathered during the course of the investigation, a director has not been reporting situations that place children at risk to CCR and has not ensured that they are operating to minimum standards.
Correction deadline
March 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2026
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
Based on information gathered during an investigation, the school-age caregiver has yelled at the children while in care.
Correction deadline
March 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Official code
746.2805(5)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on information gathered through an investigation, the school-age caregiver grabbed a child by the arm while in care.
Correction deadline
March 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
Based on information gathered during investigtion mangagment did not report an incident that placed a child at risk, in which they were knowledgeable.
Correction deadline
March 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2026
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)
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A caregiver was present in the classroom caring for children without an active background check on file. The staff was sent home during the inspection.
Correction deadline
October 14, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 20, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.621(a)(1) - Initial background checks submitted - At the time you submit your application
Official code
745.621(a)(1)
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Medium concern: Parent rights
Report finding
Notification was not provided to the parent by pick-up time concerning an incident that caused the child's teeth to become chipped.
Correction deadline
December 5, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 19, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
Official code
746.307(c)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on the DFPS investigation, a caregiver did not use appropriate redirection as the caregiver grabbed a child by the wrist and lifted the child from a seated position to direct the child to the sink.
Correction deadline
July 11, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 24, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
Official code
746.2803(4)(C)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver was missing an up to date CPR/First Aid training.
Correction deadline
June 12, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 19, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Official code
746.1315(b)(1)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The operation did not have a background check submitted for a caregiver working at the center. The background check was ran while at the inspection and the caregiver was sent home.
Correction deadline
June 5, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 6, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
Official code
745.621(a)(2)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
During the inspection, there were infant bottles observed with the first name and no last initial.
Correction deadline
June 5, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 19, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Official code
746.2419(6)
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The employee list was observed posted but was not updated with the current staff. The list was last updated on 1/25/25. This was corrected at inspection when an updated employee list was made and posted.
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: Child guidance
Report finding
It was determined that a caregiver did not use good judgement when not checking the bottles to verify the name, which resulted in an infant being fed the wrong bottle.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 8, 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: Incident records
Report finding
It was determined that the operation did not report to CCR that a caregiver gave an infant another infant's bottle.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 8, 2025
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)
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
It was determined that an incident report was not signed by the parents after a child was injured while in care.
Correction deadline
April 2, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Official code
746.707
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
It was determined that the staff did not correct a pattern of behavior when a child continued to climb up the slide and jump off, which caused the child to injure themselves.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 13, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2803(4)(B) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Use Clear, Positive Statements
Official code
746.2803(4)(B)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Three staff are missing the annual 24 hours for the last full year.
Correction deadline
August 16, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 12, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Three caregivers witnessed an incident where a child required medical attention, and did not adequately intervene.
Correction deadline
May 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 10, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
Official code
746.1205(a)(5)
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on evidence obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by the arm as a form of redirection rather than using positive statements.
Correction deadline
November 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 9, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2803(4) - Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
Official code
746.2803(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A 3 year old child was left unattended in the classroom for approximately 8 minutes.
Correction deadline
September 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when not correcting children on how to properly use the outside play structure equipment.
Correction deadline
May 27, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 8, 2022
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: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
The 11 months to 24 months class was observed outside on the playground out of ratio. There were 2 caregivers and 14 children with a specified age group of 11months to 18months.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 26, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1609
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An infant was observed sleeping in a swing.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 26, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
During the inspection, three staff did not know the childrens ages that they were caring for and were unable to obtain the information.
Correction deadline
May 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 26, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
Official code
746.1203(3)
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
It was determined a child was able to get out from the playground gate and walked to the front of the building. The child was unsupervised for approximately less than five minutes. The child was found by a parent.
Correction deadline
May 16, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 26, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
Higher concern: Parent rights
Report finding
A child was placed at risk when being able to get out from the playground gate and walk to the front of the building and was left unsupervised. The parents were not notified until 2 hours later.
Correction deadline
May 16, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 26, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Official code
746.307(b)(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Based on information obtained it was determined that three classrooms were out ratios for more than 30 minutes. The three classrooms out of ratio were Room 6, Room 7, and Room 8.
Correction deadline
April 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 4, 2022
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: Licensing compliance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained, classrooms were out of ratio while the owner was in charge of the center.
Correction deadline
April 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 4, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Official code
746.201(9)
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The operation allowed a caregiver to have access to children without obtaining the results of the background check. The caregiver was sent home.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
View official report
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
On two separate occasions a child had a seizure and the operation did not contact EMS for the incident.
Correction deadline
April 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 27, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3605(b)(1) - Child Becomes Ill in Care and Requires Immediate Treatment or Hospitalization - Contact EMS or take to ER
Official code
746.3605(b)(1)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver does not have current training in first aid since October 2021.
Correction deadline
March 23, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 31, 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
One caregiver does not have current training in CPR since October 2021. In addition it was determined that three staff were supervising children alone while not having CPR training.
Correction deadline
April 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 27, 2022
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: Licensing compliance
Report finding
Based on the evidence obtained, it was determined that the director has lied about incidents occurring at the operation such as children having seizures, children being injured in care, and children being left unsupervised.
Correction deadline
April 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 27, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Official code
746.1003(1)
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
The operation did not report to Child Care Regulation that a child was left in a classroom unsupervised.
Correction deadline
April 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 27, 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)
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
The operation did not have an incident report for a child being left unsupervised in a classroom. The operation did not have incident reports for a child having two seizures at the center.
Correction deadline
April 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 27, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
Official code
746.701(5)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During interviews, it was determined that a child was left unsupervised in a classroom.
Correction deadline
April 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 27, 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: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
The 2 year old class was observed out of ratio outside with 1 caregiver and 12 children.
Correction deadline
March 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 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
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A caregiver in the infant classroom was observed not washing hands after diapering a child.
Correction deadline
March 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 28, 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)
View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The operation did not use the proper cleaning solution when cleaning the floors. The product used was not designed to be used on flooring.
Correction deadline
April 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 20, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
Official code
746.3407(13)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During an investigation inspection on 2/22/2022 an infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a pacifier clip connected to the shirt.
Correction deadline
February 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 7, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
Official code
746.2401(6)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the course of an investigation, video footage was observed and a caregiver did not wash their hands after changing children's diapers.
Correction deadline
March 4, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 7, 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)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the course of an investigation, video footage was observed showing children in a classroom not washing their hands after having diapers changed.
Correction deadline
March 4, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 7, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Official code
746.3417(3)
View official report
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
The facility did not report to licensing that a child received medical attention for a rash.
Correction deadline
October 27, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 9, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.305(a)(2) - Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Official code
746.305(a)(2)