Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Upshur
Capacity:
227
License effective:
February 4, 1999
Hours:
07:00 AM-05:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9038435500
Email:
jerica@fbcgilmer.org
Website:
Not listed
Inspection snapshot
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Summary
This summary covers 75 available inspections for First Baptist Church CDC from August 26, 2021 through June 18, 2026.
29 inspections recorded violations, with 55 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 24, 2026 and involved supervision.
That higher-concern topic showed up in nine inspections.
Five later inspections, from February 26, 2026 through June 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
75
9 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
55
1 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
47
1 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
3
Last 36 months
Local comparison
75 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in Upshur County
Compared to 8 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.73
Local median
0.72
0.73This provider
0.72Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
37%
Local median
26%
37%This provider
26%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
39%
Local median
34%
39%This provider
34%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
3
Local average
0.88
3This provider
0.88Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A teacher left a child alone in a classroom unsupervised for a minute and half.
Correction deadline
March 9, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 19, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The operation failed to share the incident report with the parent within the required 48 hours.
Correction deadline
May 5, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 13, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Official code
746.707
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The operation left a child in the classroom unsupervised for ten minutes. The caregivers failed to follow the daily protocol when transitioning from the classroom to the playground and did not count the number of children when leaving the room.
Correction deadline
May 5, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 13, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.
Correction deadline
October 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 25, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Official code
746.1201(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. There is evidence of a caregiver grabbing a child's arm multiple times and pulling that child across the classroom as a form of discipline.
Correction deadline
October 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 25, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was evaluated during an investigation and found to be deficient. An infant was found sleeping in a device that is restricted to use for sleeping purposes.
Correction deadline
August 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 10, 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)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
This standard was evaluated during an investigation and found to be deficient. Three buckets seats in the infant classroom were occupied by 3 infants that did not have safety straps fastened or did not have a safety strap present. Four straps were missing in the bucket seats.
Correction deadline
August 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 10, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver did not have prior experience working in childcare and did not have the 8 pre-service training hours that is required before supervising a group of children.
Correction deadline
February 28, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 13, 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
This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver stepped away from a crib before putting the gate up and an infant fell out of the crib.
Correction deadline
February 28, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 13, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2409(c) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver admitted to pulling the child's arm when she took the child by the hand while removing the child from an argument with another child.
Correction deadline
September 11, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregivers did not demonstrate competency when the operations protocols were not followed when the children were in transition from the playground to the gym.
Correction deadline
March 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 3, 2023
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: Supervision
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child wandered away from the class line and went into a vacant room unsupervised.
Correction deadline
March 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 3, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
During inspection staff files were reviewed and one fille was missing the signed affidavit.
Correction deadline
March 21, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Official code
746.901(4)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Staff files were reviewed and found that one staff had the on line only version of CPR certification.
Correction deadline
March 21, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 15, 2023
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)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the course of an investigation, it was viewed on video footage that a child was grabbed by the arm and taken to the bean bag for time out by a caregiver.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 21, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
It was observed during inspection that a caregiver did not wash their hands after diapering a child. It was also observed on video that a caregiver did not wash hands after multiple diaper changes of children.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 21, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Official code
746.3415(4)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During inspection it was observed that a child's hands were not washed after a diaper change.
During inspection it was observed that a caregiver did not sanitize a changing table after a diaper change.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 21, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Official code
746.3505(e)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During inspection an infant was observed to be asleep in a swing for 5 minutes. The caregivers were observed on video looking at the infant asleep after 3 minutes. The infant was removed and placed in bed after the inspector asked the child to be moved.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 21, 2023
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
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child was found in the hallway alone unsupervised and found by a parent.
Correction deadline
March 24, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 3, 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
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child got out of a gate on the playground that was not properly latched and was picked up in the parking lot by a caregiver. A group of children were left unsupervised in a classroom when the caregiver left work for the day and did not leave them with another caregiver.
Correction deadline
March 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver stepped out of the room leaving one caregiver in charge of 14 two year old children. During this time a child was injured.
Correction deadline
July 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 26, 2022
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: Incident records
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed on video failing to give aid to a child who was injured after hitting the wall with his head.
Correction deadline
July 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 26, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3607(2) - Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR
During inspection it was observed that a cleaning/sanitizer bottle was down within reach of the children. The caregiver returned the bottle to a high cabinet during inspection.
Correction deadline
May 20, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2022
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
One electrical outlet was uncovered in a classroom that was accessible to the children. This was discussed with the caregiver.
Correction deadline
May 20, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2022
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Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Official code
746.3701(1)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
A caregiver did not have access to the names and ages of the children they were responsible for at the time of inspection.
Correction deadline
May 20, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
Official code
746.1203(3)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Infant feeding instructions were not available for review at inspection for the infants.
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 27, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregivers did not follow name to face transition and a child was left unsupervised in a classroom.
Correction deadline
June 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not use good judgment when a child was taken by the wrist and forced to walk around with the caregiver while she cleaned tables. The child tried to get away and sit down and the caregiver did not let go of the child.
Correction deadline
June 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2022
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)
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the investigation and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed on camera placing children's snack directly on the table for the child to eat.
Correction deadline
June 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.3317(3) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Wash Napkins, Bibs and Tablecloths
Official code
746.3317(3)
Higher concern: Parent rights
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation did not contact the parents of the children involved in the two incidents until the day after the incidents, when standards require immediate contact.
Correction deadline
June 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2022
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Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Official code
746.307(b)(4)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the investigation and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed on camera cleaning a table that had food directly on it that a child was observed eating with a cleaning agent.
Correction deadline
June 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2022
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
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation has operated out of ratio in the opening times in the infant room.
A follow up was coducted on this day. This standard was re-cited. A caregiver was observed coming in the operation with the class for gym time and did not complete the transition name to face transition form as required by the operation. The caregiver did not use good judgment when this name to face transition was not completed which ensures all of the children are with the class as required and supervision is met. There were 3 opportunities for this to be completed. This was addressed by the operation during inspection.
Correction deadline
April 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation did not report to the parent immediately a child who had been placed at risk by having bleach spilled on them in an accident.
Correction deadline
May 5, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
Official code
746.307(b)(4)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. According to manufacturers instructions 100% bleach is required to be diluted with water before use. The caregiver did not complete this before bringing the bleach in the classroom to be used to clean up an accident.
Correction deadline
May 5, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2022
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)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A caregiver involved in the incident did not have documented orientation at the operation.
Correction deadline
May 5, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Official code
746.1301(1)(A)
Medium concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The director did not ensure that the staff were properly trained on cleaning procedures and orientation.
Correction deadline
May 5, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not use good judgment when a child was lifted by the wrists when they were picked up.
Correction deadline
April 26, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The director failed to have the operation operate in compliance when the operation has been cited for supervision 4 times in the last 6 months and 7 times in a year.
Correction deadline
April 13, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Official code
746.1003(1)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not use good judgment when the caregiver did not hold a child's hand that is a known "runner" which resulted in a child running away from the class and across the street in to the parking lot another business.
Correction deadline
April 13, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The child got out of the classroom and was down the hall and found by another teacher.
Correction deadline
December 17, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 29, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child walked away from the class while in the gym area and was found in the foyer area unsupervised.
Correction deadline
December 20, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 29, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
During a walk through of the operation, it was observed by licensing two infants in restrictive devices. One of the Two were asleep. The other was in the swing for 15 minutes. The caregiver removed both children.
Correction deadline
September 24, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 7, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device