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Tiny Blessings Academy

10826 S GESSNER RD, Houston, TX 77071-3502

Operation number:
1818065
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:
104
License effective:
July 29, 2026
Hours:
06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
7133937783
Email:
tinyblessingsacademy.houston@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 Tiny Blessings Academy from July 8, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

12 inspections recorded violations, with 39 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 30, 2026 and involved facility condition.

That higher-concern topic showed up in five inspections.

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

At a glance

Total inspections
16

11 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
39

23 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
32

17 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
7

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 16 local median in 77071

Compared to 8 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2.44
Local median
1.7

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
75%
Local median
49%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
75%
Local median
58%

Repeated topics

This provider
7
Local average
2.88

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: Facility condition
Report finding
In the outdoor play area, there was grass overgrown in the corner. There was a broken umbrella on a bench in the younger children area. NOTE: Umbrella was disposed of at inspection.
Correction deadline
July 7, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 17, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There was a gallon of milk observed in the refrigerator past its best by date. NOTE: Milk disposed at inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Official code
746.3317
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The in-house first aide kit was missing the instruction manual and tweezers. NOTE items were added to kits at inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
Official code
746.4003(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
In the outdoor play area, there was grass overgrown in the corner and the liner of the loosefill mulch was ripped and above mulch. Ivy/weeds overgrown on the fence.
Correction deadline
June 25, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 30, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
In the larger play area, the loosefill was overgrown with grass/weeds at edges, and there was a wire on the ground from the telephone pole in the play srea. Bottom of slide had under tarp exposed.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 7, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
Official code
746.4751(b)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Four caregivers did not have a copy of the education requirements for file.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 7, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Official code
746.901(2)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
There was garbage on the way to the toddler outdoor play area and garbage inside the toddler outdoor play area.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 7, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Caregiver did not give the proper ages of oldest and youngest child in their care.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 15, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
Official code
746.1205(a)(3)
View official report
Low concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver hired 1/6 did not have a notarized affidavit available for review. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the affidavit was completed during the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)
Official code
746.1105(3)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
A certificate was not availalbe to verify the successful completion of preservice training for 2 caregivers present at the operation.
Correction deadline
January 15, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 20, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.1317(c)(4) - Training Criteria - Certificate
Official code
746.1317(c)(4)
Low concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver hired 1/6 did not have a pre-employment affidavit available for review. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the affidavit was completed during the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.1105(4) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)
Official code
746.1105(4)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The first aid kit on vehicle used to transport children was not observed to be complete. The kit was missing a guide and antiseptic. NOTE: A second vehicle added but not currently in use did not have a guide, antiseptic and gloves. * Corrected at inspection, all missing items were added to both vehicles.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
Official code
746.5617(a)(6)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The mulch was not observed to be maintained at the appropriate depth. The tarp beneath the surfacing was observed to be exposed and torn.
Correction deadline
January 22, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 13, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Official code
746.4907(d)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
A climbing structure installed on the second playground was observed to have an attached swing set. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the swings were removed fromo the structure
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4701(c) - Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
Official code
746.4701(c)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The handwashking sink in the infant room was observed to have a bucket in it. Baby bottle on a drying rack were observed next to the sink. The sink is still be used for purposes other than hand washing.
Correction deadline
September 26, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 27, 2025
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: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A fire extingusher was observed to be sitting on the floor in a storage closet in the front of the buidling. NOTE:Corrected at inspection. Fire extinguisher was mounted during the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5305 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
Official code
746.5305
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
One of the restrooms used by children was observed to have ceiling panels that had holes, cracks and signs of water damage. The exhaust fans in both bathrooms appeared to be falling. The floors in the hallway directly outside of the bathroom was visibly separated and created a tripping hazard.
Correction deadline
October 3, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 27, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A dead german roach was observed under a sink in a restroom used by children. NOTE: The same roach was observed during the inspection and the operation was infomred to dispose of it on 9/15.
Correction deadline
September 26, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 27, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
View official report
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A fire extingusher was observed to be in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom designated for children
Correction deadline
September 15, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5305 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
Official code
746.5305
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
One of the restrooms used by children was observed to have 2 ceiling panels that were cracked and bulding down. One of the panels has signs of water damage.
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The handwashking sink in the infant room was observed to have other itmes on and in the sink. Items observed includined cleaning spray and hand sanitizer, a bucket of water, toys and books, a children's tablet, and a walkie talkie.
Correction deadline
September 15, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2025
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)
View official report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Sign-in logs available did not have completed sign in/out times for all children Sing in logs rfor the 7/31-8/4 was not available.
Correction deadline
September 4, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 15, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
Official code
746.603(a)(8)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A bag of molded cutie oranges was observed in the kitchen. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, oranges were disposed during the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Official code
746.3317
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Documentation of parent contacts and emergency contacts were not available for one child being transported.
Correction deadline
August 20, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2025
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: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Sign-in logs available did not have completed sign in/out times for all children Sing in logs rfor the 7/31-8/4 was not available.
Correction deadline
August 22, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
Official code
746.603(a)(8)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
1 caregiver was observed with 6 children 10mo-20 mo. The specified age group was 12-17 mo. The caregiver wwas over ratio by 1. NOTE: During the walkthrough, a second caregiver was observed in the kitchen area and entered the classrooom shortly before licensing.
Correction deadline
August 20, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2025
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: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The driver was observed exiting a bus after transporting children to school. The driver was observed exiting the vehile and looking through each window. After a few minutes, the electronic alarm was triggered and the driver returned and turned the alarm off.
Correction deadline
August 20, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
Official code
746.5625(c)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Documentation of emergency medical authorization was not available for 4 children being transported.
Correction deadline
August 20, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2025
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)
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
2 staff were observed to be present at the operation without notification of eligibility from the Centralized background check Unit. One staff letf prior to end of inspection after receiving an ineligible notice.
Correction deadline
August 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2025
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: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operation did not provide access to one personnel record upon request
Correction deadline
August 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.909 - Access to Personnel Records
Official code
746.909
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fire extingusiher located on the bus used to tranpsort was observed to be overcharged
Correction deadline
August 22, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Official code
746.5307(b)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information that the driver allowed a child to exit the vehicle and walk unsupervised to pick up another child.
Correction deadline
September 17, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 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: Other violations
Report finding
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was enough information to support a child was allowed to walk across the street to pick up a sibling from school
Correction deadline
September 17, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5605(2) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Crossing Street
Official code
746.5605(2)
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Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Sign-in logs. available did not have sign out times and signatures. Some children signed in were listed by family last name and quantity. Logs did not list names of each child. Sign-in logs for all days where children were in care was not made available for review.
Correction deadline
August 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
Official code
746.603(a)(8)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation they began providing transportation services.
Correction deadline
August 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
Official code
746.301(7)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The director and driver and not have transportation training available for review.
Correction deadline
August 22, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2025
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: Transportation
Report finding
Documentation of emergency medical authorization was not available for any of the 14 children being transported.
Correction deadline
August 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2025
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
Documentation of parent contacts and emergency contacts were not available for the children being transported.
Correction deadline
August 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2025
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: Transportation
Report finding
List of children transported on 8/15 and 8/18 was not listed available for review
Correction deadline
August 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 20, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Official code
746.5617(a)(1)