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 57 available inspections for The Childrens Courtyard from August 25, 2021 through April 16, 2026.
20 inspections recorded violations, with 60 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on December 4, 2025 and involved health or food records.
That higher-concern topic showed up in five inspections.
Three later inspections, from February 9, 2026 through April 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
57
4 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
60
2 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
39
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
57 total inspections vs 13 local median in 76002
Compared to 11 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.05
Local median
0.5
1.05This provider
0.5Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
32%
Local median
18%
32%This provider
18%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
35%
Local median
25%
35%This provider
25%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
1.55
0This provider
1.55Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Based on the information received during the investigation it was determined that a caregiver demonstrated poor judgement when laying an infant down by one arm.
Correction deadline
June 13, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 16, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Six children were noted as having food allergies without having a food allergy action plan on file from the doctor.
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
Official code
746.605(16)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The operation has several broken peices of euipemnt on the playground. The Early preschool 2 room had part of the basebard that needs to be correct.
Correction deadline
January 2, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 6, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An infants mattress was observed being prop up with a wedge to elevate the child while sleeping.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 6, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
Official code
746.2409(a)(1)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
One of the drivers did not have a current driver's license and has been transporting children. The driver renewed her driver's license during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The governing body has failed to complete work orders that have been submitted for the playground. The work order was first submitted in August 2022. Compliance date is in alignment with the compliance date to fix the playground. The governing body must follow all the standards at all times.
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when the caregiver called the child a name which was inappropriate and hurtful to the child's self-esteem. The child perceived the name to be hurtful and was offended.
Correction deadline
August 19, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Documentation was not available to verify monthly checks/inspections for smoke detection system, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide detector. (Note: This was corrected during the inspection)
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Official code
746.801(10)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One child did not have a health statement on file.
Correction deadline
July 29, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 2, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Official code
746.603(a)(3)
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The operation did not have a copy of the most recent health inspection on file. The health inspection report available for review was from 01/2021.
Correction deadline
July 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 20, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
Official code
746.801(12)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One infant in Infant room I did not have updated feeding instructions on file. One infant's feeding instructions was not dated. Four infants in Infant room II did not have updated feeding instructions on file.
Correction deadline
July 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
Official code
746.801(2)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver did not have documentation of current first aid training.
Correction deadline
July 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 19, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when accidentally serving a child food the child is allergic to. The caregiver was aware of the child's known food allergy as the child's food allergies were listed on the child's enrollment application.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 15, 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)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a completed food allergy emergency plan on file.
Correction deadline
July 1, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 15, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Two of the four children's records were updated to include complete physician information. Two children's records still lacked complete physician information.
Correction deadline
April 18, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 21, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Official code
746.605(11)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
One child's record was updated to include authorization for emergency medical treatment. Two children's records are still missing authorization for emergency medical treatment.
Correction deadline
April 18, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 21, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Official code
746.605(12)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Two of the three children have a current immunization record on file. One child still needs a current immunization record.
Correction deadline
April 18, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 21, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Based on information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when grabbing a child by one arm and then abruptly placing the child down on the rug. The caregiver also did not demonstrate good judgment when grabbing another child by the wrist & escorting the child back in line.
Correction deadline
April 26, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 3, 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: Incident records
Report finding
An incident report was not completed for an incident that placed a child at risk.
Correction deadline
April 26, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 3, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
The infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and school age classrooms did not have a current activity plan posted.
Correction deadline
April 5, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Official code
746.2209
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The operational policies did not include all the required information. The operation will need to add the following policies: *Hearing & vision requirement *Information on vaccine preventable diseases for employees *Procedures for parents to review copy of the child care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how parents may access the minimum standards online *Instructions on how parents may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas abuse & neglect hotline, and, access HHSC website * Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity did not include all the required information
Correction deadline
April 12, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Official code
746.201(1)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
One child's record was missing the school information.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child
Official code
746.605(14)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Three children's records were missing authorization for emergency medical treatment.
Correction deadline
April 5, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Official code
746.605(12)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Personnel and training records were not available for review at the time of the inspection.
Correction deadline
April 12, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Official code
746.801(3)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Three children did not have a current immunization record on file.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Four children's records lacked the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or an emergency-care facility
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Official code
746.605(11)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Two children did not have health statement documentation on file.
Correction deadline
April 12, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 21, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Official code
746.603(a)(3)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Two infants did not have current written feeding instructions on file. The feeding instructions have not been updated in the past 30 days.
Correction deadline
April 5, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Official code
746.2421(b)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One of the operation's drivers did not have current cpr/first aid training. The training was expired.
Correction deadline
April 12, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate methods of discipline & guidance when observed grabbing a child by the arm, putting the child in a chair in a rough manner, and spanking the child. (Note: This was the caregivers own child.)
Correction deadline
November 10, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 19, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that the operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation of an incident that placed a child at risk.
Correction deadline
November 10, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 19, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Official code
746.305(a)(6)
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. The operation did not share a copy of the incident report with the child's parents within the required timeframe. An incident report was not provided until 5 days after the incident.
Correction deadline
November 10, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 19, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Official code
746.707
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that the class was out of ratio the day of the incident based on the transition sheet. There were 11 children present with one caregiver. The class was over ratio by 2 children.
Correction deadline
November 10, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 19, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
There were 7 outlets in the preschool classroom that did not have childproof covers. The outlets were covered during the inspection.
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)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution
Correction deadline
October 4, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 15, 2021
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: Facility condition
Report finding
The building and grounds must be maintained to protect the health and safety of children. The following was observed: The walls in the school age classroom were visibily dirty. The walls were stained with food and dirt. There was surface damage observed on the cabinets in the 2 year old and school age classrooms. The wood on the cabinets were splinteriing and stained. There were a large chip observed in the cabinets. *There was a section of grass around the playground that has deep vehicle tire tracks causing mud and water pooling. *In the school age classroom, the countertop around the sink area is stained and adhesive is pulled away from countetop tiles exposing dirt and grime. There were sections around the sink where the caulking is peeling *There were sections in the back of the building that was visibly dirty with dirt, grime, and cop webs. The back of the building is in need of a pressure wash. The previous violations have not been corrected to include: There was grass and weeds growing through the loose fill surfacing on the preschool playground. One of the seats on Bus #2 had a huge tear in it. The foam padding and wooden board of the seat were exposed. The wooden train on the toddler playground is in need of repair. There were several areas on the train where the wood was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There was also a wooden bench area that was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There were also areas of chipping paint. There was an area on the carpet in the indoor playground that was tatered. There were also loosed carpet fibers that were frayed.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 15, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. A caregiver made threats of corporal punishment to children in care.
The following hazards were observed at the operation: 1. There were 3 eletrical outlets in the pre-k classroom that did not have childproof covers. This was corrected during the inspection when the outlets were covered. 2. There was a planter table filled with standing water observed on the preschool playground accessible to children. This was corrected during the inspection when the container of water was dumped out. 3. One of the tables in the preschool classroom was observed to have uneven table legs. One of the table legs was being supported by a pencil box and a small piece of wood. This posed as a tipping hazard. The children were moved from the table & the table will not be used until repaired. A work order was submitted during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution
Correction deadline
September 15, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 27, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
One eletrical outlet in the toddler classroom did not have a child proof cover. This was corrected during the inspection when the outlet was covered.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file. The last inspection on file was from 7/2020.
Correction deadline
September 22, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 27, 2021
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)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation has not conducted a fire drill since May.
Correction deadline
August 31, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 3, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Official code
746.5205(1)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The carbon monoxide detector has not been tested since May. This was corrected during the inspection. The carbon monoxide detector was tested during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Official code
746.5537(a)(2)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Smoke detectors were not tested in the month of June or July. This was corrected during the inspection when the testing was completed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Official code
746.5319
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The transportation binder did not contain the parent s names and telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for children being transported.
Correction deadline
August 30, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 13, 2021
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: Transportation
Report finding
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution
Correction deadline
August 30, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 13, 2021
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: Transportation
Report finding
The transportation binder did not contain emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for children being transported.
Correction deadline
August 30, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 13, 2021
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: Facility condition
Report finding
There was grass and weeds growing through the loose fill surfacing on the preschool playground. One of the seats on Bus #2 had a huge tear in it. The foam padding and wooden board of the seat were exposed. The wooden train on the toddler playground is in need of repair. There were several areas on the train where the wood was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There was also a wooden bench area that was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There were also areas of chipping paint. There was an area on the carpet in the indoor playground that was tatered. There were also loosed carpet fibers that were frayed.
Correction deadline
September 24, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 27, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The director and 3 caregivers that transport children did not have current transportation safety training.
Correction deadline
August 30, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 13, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
Official code
746.1301(7)(A)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two caregivers did not have training in the following topics: *Administering Medication *Handling, storing, & disposing of hazardous materials *Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction