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Gateway Academy

310 N FULTON ST, Marshall, TX 75670-3227

Operation number:
1744308
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Harrison
Capacity:
92
License effective:
January 31, 2023
Hours:
06:00 AM-06:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9037025548
Email:
tandrus26@gmail.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 39 available inspections for Gateway Academy from June 23, 2022 through January 29, 2026.

13 inspections recorded violations, with 35 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 16, 2025 and involved staff training.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
39

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
35

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
24

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

39 total inspections vs 13 local median in 75670

Compared to 9 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.9
Local median
0.73

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
33%
Local median
27%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
33%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.78

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.

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Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
During inspection three of four caregiver files were missing 16 hours of pre-service training.
Correction deadline
December 30, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 29, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Official code
746.1301(a)(2)(A)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the investigation it was determined a caregiver spanked a relative child during operation hours.
Correction deadline
January 6, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 29, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2807 - Employees Discipline Own Children
Official code
746.2807
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Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the investigation it was determined a child was able to lock the bathroom door from the inside and an adult was not in the area with the child.
Correction deadline
August 8, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 21, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4421(2)(B) - Doors to Restroom - Employee in Restroom With Children Under 5 Years of Age
Official code
746.4421(2)(B)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Three children were observed to be in restrictive devices for 30 minutes.
Correction deadline
November 7, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 2024
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)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Infants were observed being fed snack in their beds instead of in a high chair or table.
Correction deadline
November 7, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Official code
746.3317
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An infant was observed to be sleeping in a restrictive device for 20 minutes before being moved.
Correction deadline
November 7, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426(a)(1)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the investigation, video footage was obtained that shows a caregiver roughly grab a child and pull them to sit down to address the child's behaviors.
Correction deadline
November 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
Medium concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
During the investigation, it was determined that caregivers are not supervised appropriately and are not directed to comply with standards.
Correction deadline
November 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Official code
746.1003(2)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During the investigation, video footage was obtained that shows a caregiver sitting in a classroom with children that are climbing, fighting, screaming, and pushing. The caregiver does not intervene or provide activities to engage the children which led to inappropriate discipline and a child being injured.
Correction deadline
November 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 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)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver grabbed and pinched a child who was running away causing marks on the skin. The caregiver was dismissed.
Correction deadline
October 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 24, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that the operation had a gas leak. The operation called and requested an inspection from local plumber during in spection.
Correction deadline
June 6, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 20, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Official code
746.5401
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that there are many ceiling tiles in the each room that are stained from the roof leaks and some have mold. There are walls that are water damaged and need repair.
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 20, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Official code
746.3407(9)
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that a parent reported that a caregiver was pinching a child but the operation did not report to licensing.
Correction deadline
June 6, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 20, 2024
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: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on a DFPS investigation, it was determined that caregivers grabbed a child on at least 2 occasions as a form of discipline.
Correction deadline
September 8, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 19, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the investigation it was determined that the caregiver popped a child on the hand as a form of discipline.
Correction deadline
July 28, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Official code
746.2805(1)
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
During inspection, four infants did not have required feeding instructions.
Correction deadline
January 17, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Official code
746.2421(a)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During inspection an infant was observed to be in a bouncer for 40 minutes before being removed.
Correction deadline
January 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 18, 2023
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)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During inspection, three pack n plays were observed with very loose fitting sheets. These sheets were removed during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
Official code
746.2411(2)(B)
Higher concern: Environmental health
Report finding
During inspection, children did not wash hands after playing outside and there is no soap in the restrooms for handwashing.
Correction deadline
January 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures
Official code
746.3419
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During inspection, the following items were not found in the chidlren's records: 746.605(6) Name, address, phone number of emergency contact for all 4 children Child #1 needs the special care statement box checked Child #1, #2, and #4 need the parent handbook (operational policies) boxes checked. Child #4 needs the healthcare Provider Statement or parent check box completed.
Correction deadline
January 17, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Official code
746.605(6)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During inspection, children under two were able to watch a video on a tablet.
Correction deadline
January 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Official code
746.2207(a)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During inspection it was observed that children did not have outdoor playtime.
Correction deadline
January 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
Official code
746.2206(1)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During the inspection an infant was observed to be sleeping in a bouncer seat for more than 8 minutes and was not moved when it was brought to the caregivers attention.
Correction deadline
November 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 17, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During inspection a 2m old infant and a 5m old infant were asleep in their pack n play covered with a blanket. The 2m old also had 2 empty bottles and 1 full bottle at the foot of the bed.
Correction deadline
November 3, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Official code
746.2415(b)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During inspection three rooms did not have adequate lighting during naptime to see the children.
Correction deadline
November 3, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Official code
746.2911
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Update your policies to include the following information: Licensing Office contact: 903-232-3317 Access minimum standards hhs.texas.gov Abuse/Neglect reporting website: www.txabusehotline.org
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(22) - Written Operational Policies Procedures for Parent Review Licensing Reports & How to Access Rules
Official code
746.501(a)(22)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Information about Safe Sleep is not included in the parent handbook.
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.501(a)(9) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger
Official code
746.501(a)(9)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
The parent handbook needs information related to physical activity to include the following: Promoting Benefit Duration type setting
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
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)
Low concern: Other violations
Report finding
This information is not available and must be either posted, provided directly to parents or put in the handbook.
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.501(b)(2) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents Areas Within 1000 feet of Center is a Gang Free Zone
Official code
746.501(b)(2)
Medium concern: Other violations
Report finding
Interest Centers were not available with toys, games, books, art, etc activities for any of the 10 classrooms.
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2601 - Care Requirements for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Individual Attention
Official code
746.2601
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A fire inspection report was not available at inspection
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
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)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The playground area is missing a section of fence and also requires a gate installed away from the operation.
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
Official code
746.4307
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Individual storage was not available for children's personal belongings.
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
Official code
746.4505
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A health inspection was available.
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Official code
746.3401(a)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A gas inspection was not available for review.
Correction deadline
July 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(13) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Gas Inspection Report
Official code
746.801(13)