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Raising Stars STEM Center

9300 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY STE 70, Texas City, TX 77591-2132

Operation number:
1752846
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Galveston
Capacity:
126
License effective:
April 12, 2023
Hours:
05:30 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Phone:
4094408528
Email:
raisingstarsstemcenter@gmail.com

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 16 available inspections for Raising Stars STEM Center from October 4, 2022 through June 4, 2026.

Seven inspections recorded violations, with 15 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 3, 2026 and involved supervision.

Two later inspections, from May 6, 2026 through June 4, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
16

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
15

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
10

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 10 local median in 77591

Compared to 9 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.94
Local median
0.94

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
25%
Local median
30%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
44%
Local median
50%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
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.

Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During the investigation inspection, it was found caregiver lacked supervision of children while in care.
Correction deadline
May 27, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 4, 2026
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: Staff training
Report finding
Staff hired February 29, 2024 conducted pediatric CPR online.
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 26, 2024
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)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During the inspection, 3 out of 5 classrooms were observed not following their written activity plan. Classrooms were supposed to be outside.
Correction deadline
April 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 31, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Official code
746.2203(b)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection, it was observed in 3 out of the 5 classrooms diapers, wipes, and powder was in reach of the children.
Correction deadline
April 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 31, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
Official code
746.3501(6)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During inspection, operation did not have documentation showing that fire inspection was conducted.
Correction deadline
May 1, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 26, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Official code
746.5103
Higher concern: Environmental health
Report finding
Classroom is using hand sanitizer in replace of soap and water during diaper changing time.
Correction deadline
April 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 31, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3420(2) - Hand Sanitizer - Not Used on Visibly Soiled Hands Unless Away From Classroom and Soap & Water Not Available
Official code
746.3420(2)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
During the inspection, there were five training cups not labeled with child's name in 2 out of the 5 classrooms.
Correction deadline
April 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 31, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
Official code
746.2505(4)(A)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the inspection, 1 classroom was observed with Lysol and cleaning solution in reach of children. Noted: Lysol and cleaning solution were removed and placed in a higher cabinet by director.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Official code
746.3407(12)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During inspection, hand washing sink was not observed near the diaper changing area in one classroom.
Correction deadline
April 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 31, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(d) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area
Official code
746.3503(d)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection, the artificial grass surfacing on the playground has not been maintained, and is lifted in multiple areas, which poses a tripping hazard.
Correction deadline
April 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 31, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4911(a) - Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications
Official code
746.4911(a)
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The first aid kit is missing tweezers.
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 13, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4003(a)(8) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Tweezers
Official code
746.4003(a)(8)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A potential employee hired 7/25/2023 was working with children before the operation submitted the background check. There are no eligibility results on file. This was corrected when the person left the premises.
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 25, 2023
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: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Two of ten records did not contain a completed emergency contact.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 31, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Official code
746.605(6)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Fire drill for January was not documented during inspection. SN: This was corrected during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Official code
746.5205(4)
View official report
Medium concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Nap time mats were observed without labels. SN: This was corrected during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Official code
746.4503(b)