Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Harris
Capacity:
132
License effective:
November 1, 2023
Hours:
06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Phone:
3463238592
Email:
dshearttoheart19@gmail.com
Website:
Not listed
Inspection snapshot
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Summary
This summary covers 46 available inspections for Ds Heart to Heart from October 26, 2022 through April 21, 2026.
24 inspections recorded violations, with 88 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on August 19, 2025 and involved recordkeeping.
Equipment or readiness was a higher-concern topic that showed up in eight inspections.
Two later inspections, from December 11, 2025 through April 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
46
2 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
88
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
54
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
11
Last 36 months
Local comparison
46 total inspections vs 10 local median in 77396
Compared to 19 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.91
Local median
0.4
1.91This provider
0.4Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
46%
Local median
20%
46%This provider
20%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
52%
Local median
22%
52%This provider
22%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
11
Local average
2.11
11This provider
2.11Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
The daily schedule did not include outdoor play times for morning and afternoon in preschool 1 and toddler rooms. Note: corrected during inspection when schedule updated.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
Official code
746.2206(1)
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
I did not observe the most recent licensing inspection report posted.
Correction deadline
July 29, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 23, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
During the investigation it was found that some of the caregivers were using forms of prohibited punishment, such as hitting, to control unwanted behaviors from the children in their care.
During the inspection the operation was re-cited as their outdoor activity space was not fully fenced in. While the majority of the playground was surrounded by a fence, there was an area about 4 ft wide that did not have any fencing.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
Official code
746.4305
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that the pre k classroom was watching the cartoon Resses. This cartoon was not related to their planned activities or meeting educational goals.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 19, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Official code
746.2207(c)(1)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that both of the diaper changing areas did not have a working sink available for use. This was corrected at the inspection when a sink was added to the infant diaper changing area and water was added to the sink in the toddler diaper changing area so that it would work.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
Official code
746.2405(4)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that the children were not going outside for outdoor play as required. The day of the inspection it was 70 degress and clear.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2607(1) - Activities for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Outdoor Play
Official code
746.2607(1)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that children under the age of two were observed watching the television.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 19, 2024
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)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was exposed metal on the playground, as well as exposed metal from worn down rain gutters. This metal was sharp and a child could be injured if they fell on it or touched it.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Medium concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection the operation was re-cited as it was observed that the pre k classroom still did not have interest centers available for use in the classroom.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2605(1)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age Interest Centers Clearly Defined
Official code
746.2605(1)(A)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During the inspection two, 4 month old infants, were observed sleeping in a swing with a blanket.
Correction deadline
November 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 19, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Based on information obtained for the investigation, a child was in care without admission information.
Correction deadline
December 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 20, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Official code
746.603(a)(2)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Based on information obtained for the investigation, a caregiver was not maintaining supervision when engaging on their cell phone for personal reasons unrelated to caregiver responsibilities.
Correction deadline
December 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 20, 2024
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)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on information obtained for the investigation, a caregiver displayed inappropriate discipline towards a child in care.
Correction deadline
December 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 20, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Based on information obtained for the investigation, a caregiver was using their cell phone for personal reasons while caring for children.
Correction deadline
December 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 20, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
There is a swimming pool on the property that doers not have fencing to protect children from having access.
Correction deadline
November 14, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 15, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5007(a) - Fencing Around Swimming Pool - 6 Foot High
Official code
746.5007(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection there was a 16 month old baby with a wet diaper that had not been changed.
Correction deadline
November 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 15, 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)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the follow-up inspection there were at least 4 outlets that were missing their covers, 3 of which were in the room that the children were present in. These were corrected at inspection when they were added.
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)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that the children in care were watching SpiderMan, which is a PG-13 movie. The children in care were 16 months, 2 year, 3 years, and 10 years old.
Correction deadline
November 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 15, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(c)(2) - Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
Official code
746.2207(c)(2)
Medium concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the follow-up inspection it was observed that the pre k classroom still did not have interest centers available for use in the classroom. There were puzzles, a handful of toys, and some white boards.
Correction deadline
November 11, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 15, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2605(1)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age Interest Centers Clearly Defined
During the investigation there was enough evidence to support that the operation was not providing enough accessible toys and equipment to the children in their care for daily use.
Correction deadline
December 10, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 13, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2505(3) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Items Accessible to Children
Official code
746.2505(3)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that some of the caregivers were using forms of prohibited punishment, such as hitting, to control unwanted behaviors from the children in their care.
During the inspection it was found that the operation did not currently have an outdoor play area that was fenced in and available for children's use. Part of the fence had been torn down during hurricane Beryl in July and not replaced.
Correction deadline
November 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
Official code
746.4305
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was not a hand washing sink in the diaper changing area for the children aged 18 months - 23 months.
Correction deadline
November 6, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4403(a) - Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area
Official code
746.4403(a)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
During the inspection it was found that the bus available for use for transportation was not equipped with a fire extinguisher. It was also missing a thermometer from the first aid kit.
Correction deadline
October 24, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
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)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection it was found that the inside of some of the toilet bowls had not been cleaned recently with dried pee, and toilet rims had what appeared to be poop dried on one of them. The floors in one of the bathrooms and the carpet in the pre k classroom had visible dirt and other debris. The vents throughout the operation were also crusted with dust and dirt.
Correction deadline
October 24, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 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: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the inspection it was found that at least 7 outlets were not covered throughout the operation in the pre k room and toddler room.
Correction deadline
October 23, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Official code
746.3701(1)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the monitoring inspection it was found that the mounted fire extinguishers were not tagged showing that they had been serviced as required.
Correction deadline
October 30, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Official code
746.5307(b)
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection it was found that the operation was licensed with 15 toilets and 8 sinks and at the time of the inspection only had 10 toilets and 5 sinks that were working and available for children use.
Correction deadline
October 23, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.301(3) - Notification of Reduction of Toilets/Sinks
Official code
746.301(3)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was 23 children present, with a specified age of 3 years old, with only 1 caregiver present. This group of children was over ratio by 8.
Correction deadline
October 23, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
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: Pool barrier
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was an above ground pool next to the playground area, with no fence, protective barrier, or any other requirements for swimming pools being met.
Correction deadline
October 24, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5007(a) - Fencing Around Swimming Pool - 6 Foot High
Official code
746.5007(a)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was an individual present at the operation and caring for the toddlers without a cleared background check.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 24, 2024
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
Medium concern: Supervision
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that the toddler classroom only had a couple toys available and did not have low shelving for storage of the toys so that the children could play and access the toys without adult supervision.
Correction deadline
October 30, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2505(3) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Items Accessible to Children
Official code
746.2505(3)
Medium concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that the pre k classroom did not have any interest centers available for use.
Correction deadline
October 30, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2605(1)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age Interest Centers Clearly Defined
The infant classroom was over ratio by one as one caregiver was responsible for five infants, ages 4 to 6 months. The Toddler 1 classroom was over ratio as there was one caregiver responsible for children 18 months to 2 years old. The specified age group was 23 months.
Correction deadline
June 18, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 3, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
The caregiver did not know how many children she was responsible for. Note: This was corrected at the inspection when I had the caregiver count three separate times until she got the number of children correct.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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 operation did not have for reveiw a current fire inspection.
Correction deadline
April 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 28, 2024
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: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Two personnel records was missing the following documentation: 1 caregiver did not have proof of education
The center did not have a list of the current employees. Note: corrected at inspection when center posted the list.
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)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
One child file did not have the meal section filled out. Three children files did not have the emergency section filled out. One child file did not have the water activity section filled out. Two children's files did not have their "date of enrollment" filled out. One child file did not have the special needs section filled out. One child did not have the operational policies filled out.
Correction deadline
March 31, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Official code
746.603(a)(2)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Two staff files did not have their start date. Note:corrected at inspection by the start date being filled out.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Official code
746.901
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
One staff member did not have the operational policies checked off as received. Note corrected at inspection by caregiver completing form.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1303(2) - Orientation-Operational policies including discipline, guidance and release of children
Official code
746.1303(2)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A caregiver left the 4 children unattended in their class while getting other children up from a nap. Note:corrected during inspection when caregiver was settled in the class.
Correction deadline
March 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 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)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Fire drills have not been completed since January 2022.
There was evidence and interviews proving that there was a caregiver who left children unsupervised.
Correction deadline
March 14, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 20, 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
There were bottles observed that were not labeled with children's names.
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 3, 2023
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: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Two caregivers and the Directors file are incomplete.
Correction deadline
January 6, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 11, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Official code
746.901
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
There were 5 infants combined with older children. The youngest child was 3 months and the oldest was 10 yrs old. There was a 17 month infant in 18 month and up room.
Correction deadline
January 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 11, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
There were two 17 month infants in the mixed toddler classroom. The oldest child in that class was 10 years old. Note: The two infants were placed back in their respective rooms.
Correction deadline
December 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Official code
746.1605
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The electrical outlets were not covered in the infant and toddler room.
Correction deadline
December 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Official code
746.3701(1)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The infant room had a rocking chair blocking the fire exit. The toddler room had a broken chair in front of the fire exit. Outside had toys blocking the door way. Note: corrected during inspection.
Correction deadline
December 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
Official code
746.5209(c)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
There were air freshener plugs throughout the center during inspection. There was also cleaning supplies accesible to children. Note:corrected at inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
There was no documentation of fire/evacuation drills available for review during inspection.
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
Official code
746.5205(4)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
There was a space heater plugged in during inspection. Note: corrected at inspection.