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Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool LLC

9404 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Houston, TX 77099-2053

Operation number:
1792862
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Harris
Capacity:
55
License effective:
April 28, 2025
Hours:
05:00 AM-06:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
2815757865
Email:
Director@happyhugsdaycare.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 16 available inspections for Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool LLC from March 26, 2024 through April 23, 2026.

Seven inspections recorded violations, with 26 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 23, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
16

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
26

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
22

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
5

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 17 local median in 77099

Compared to 15 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.63
Local median
1.63

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
38%
Local median
45%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
44%
Local median
53%

Repeated topics

This provider
5
Local average
2.27

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation has not completed the required number of lockdown drills.
Correction deadline
April 27, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 4, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
Official code
746.5205(3)
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Medium concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The operation did not notify the parents of the safe sleep deficiency by using Form 2970, Notification of Safe Sleeping Deficiency.
Correction deadline
October 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 18, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.311(b) - Parental Notification - Safe Sleeping Deficiency Use Form 2970
Official code
746.311(b)
View official report
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Records were evaluated for six children enrolled and the following was determined: Six children needed a health statement Five children needed emergency contact information, Three children needed a special needs statement. Two children needed updated immunization records. One child needed an address for the emergency care center.
Correction deadline
October 25, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 18, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Records were evaluated for five staff members and the following was determined: A Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment is needed for five staff members. Four staff members need documentation showing how they meet the minimum education qualifications. Five staff members need a statement of center policies.
Correction deadline
October 25, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 29, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Official code
746.901
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During this inspection a caregiver allowed two infants ages seven and eleven months to use blankets while napping.
Correction deadline
September 30, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 8, 2024
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 training
Report finding
Two staff members who do not have two years of experience have not completed 24 hours of preservice training.
Correction deadline
October 25, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 24, 2024
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)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Upon entering the infant classroom I observed two children ages seven and eleven months old asleep in rockers.
Correction deadline
September 30, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 8, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
Official code
746.2426(a)(2)
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Upon arrival a four year old was observed alone in the pre-k classroom watching television. Note: The caregiver removed the child from the classroom and placed them with the group of children who were seated in the lobby area.
Correction deadline
August 16, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 26, 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)
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms were not available for five children who were transported during today's visit.
Correction deadline
August 14, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
Official code
746.5617(a)(2)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
A current driver's license is needed for one director.
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 16, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(b) - Driver Has Current Driver's License
Official code
746.5617(b)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The operations transportation binder was reviewed and it did not include parent's names and telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for each child that was transported.
Correction deadline
August 14, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 29, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
Official code
746.5617(a)(4)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A twelve month old was served a blueberry pancake during today's visit. The child was not provided a sanitary holder for the pancake.
Correction deadline
August 14, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 16, 2024
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: Background screening
Report finding
A caregiver responsible for transporting a group of five children ages 4-9 years old did not have an active background check. The operation replaced the driver during this inspection.
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 14, 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
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Pediatric first CPR certificates for one director and a staff member who transports children expired 08/01/2024. Documentation of current pediatric CPR training was not available for an additional director.
Correction deadline
August 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2024
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: Transportation
Report finding
Current transportation training is needed for two directors and one staff member who transports children.
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 15, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
Official code
746.1301(a)(7)(A)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An infant was observed in a restrictive device longer than fifteen minutes during this inspection and was brought to the attention of the caregiver in charge. Note: The child was observed in the restive device for approximately 47 minutes. The director removed the child from the restrictive device upon arrival.
Correction deadline
August 14, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 16, 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: Staff training
Report finding
Pediatric first aid training certificates for one director and a staff member who transports children expired 08/01/2024. Documentation of current pediatric first aid training was not available for an additional director.
Correction deadline
August 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2024
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)
View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A four month old infant was observed sleeping in a play yard with a bib and pacifier with attachment. Note: The infant caregiver removed the pacifier and attachment.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 16, 2024
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)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
During this inspection I observed two unlabeled bottles in the infant classroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver labeled the bottles.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The operation is not permitted for field trips. During this inspection it was observed the operation took a total of five field trips in the month of June.
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 1, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
Official code
746.301(7)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: Two children needed the telephone number of the school they attend. Two children needed the date of admission. Two children needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child needed an emergency contact other than the parent. Two children needed emergency care information such as physician name, address, and phone number. One child needed authorization for emergency care. A food allergy emergency plan is needed for one child with a diagnosed food allergy. A parent signature is needed on the food allergy emergency plan for one child.
Correction deadline
April 9, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 12, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
During this inspection, one caregiver did not have documentation of current pediatric first aid training.
Correction deadline
March 26, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 27, 2024
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
During this inspection, one caregiver did not have documentation of current pediatric CPR training.
Correction deadline
March 26, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 27, 2024
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: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing pad in the toddler classroom was torn.
Correction deadline
April 1, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 18, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Official code
746.3503(a)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
I observed a bottle of cleaning solution near the handwashing sink in the toddler classroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
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: Hazardous access
Report finding
Electrical fans were observed on shelving accessible to children in the toddler and pre-k classrooms.
Correction deadline
March 26, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 1, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
Official code
746.3701(3)