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Excel Pre-School

501 S MARSHALL ST, Henderson, TX 75654-3980

Operation number:
998808
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Rusk
Capacity:
75
License effective:
December 4, 2009
Hours:
07:00 AM-05:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9036572007
Email:
excelps75654@gmail.com
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 25 available inspections for Excel Pre-School from November 4, 2021 through August 14, 2026.

16 inspections recorded violations, with 35 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on July 9, 2026 and involved recordkeeping.

Health or food records was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
25

8 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
35

8 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
20

4 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
6

Last 36 months

Local comparison

25 total inspections vs 15 local median in Henderson

Compared to 9 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.4
Local median
0.67

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
44%
Local median
40%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
64%
Local median
44%

Repeated topics

This provider
6
Local average
1.44

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.

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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operation did not update/provide proof of coverage by their anniversary date.
Correction deadline
July 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 14, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Official code
746.203(2)
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Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a parent was not receiving a daily report.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 2, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
Official code
746.2431
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that caregivers were not following the written feeding instructions.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 2, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Official code
746.2421(a)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when the director stated another individual was responsible for the daily running of the facility.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 2, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Official code
746.1003(1)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that infants were sleeping in restrictive devices on multiple occasions for extended times.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 2, 2026
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)
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Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The most recent inspection report from December 2025 was not posted at the operation.
Correction deadline
January 29, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 30, 2026
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
Official code
746.401(2)
View official report
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The most recent inspection report from May 2025 was not posted at the operation.
Correction deadline
December 30, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 29, 2026
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
Official code
746.401(2)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the inspection bottle of fabric softener and laundry detergent were present in a room with children and within reach.
Correction deadline
December 30, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 29, 2026
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)
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Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
This standard was found to be out of compliance through a DFPS investigation. The operation stated they did not have a record of who picked up the child
Correction deadline
July 11, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 8, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Official code
746.631(a)
View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the insepction a child was observed playing with a container of Gain Fabric Sheets marked keep out of reach
Correction deadline
May 13, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 27, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During the insepction a child was found to be by themselves in a room with the lights off.
Correction deadline
May 13, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 27, 2025
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: Background screening
Report finding
An individual with a pending background check was in a classroom watching children.
Correction deadline
May 15, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 13, 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
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
During the inspection a person with a Conditional background check was not following the conditions set on their background check.
Correction deadline
May 15, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 13, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Official code
745.635(3)
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Medium concern: Parent rights
Report finding
This standard was found to be out of compliance through an investigation, when a caregiver stated they had at one point did not inform a parent or the office of a less serious injury to their child.
Correction deadline
June 3, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
Official code
746.307(c)
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
During the inspection an individual that did not have an eligible background check was present inside a classroom.
Correction deadline
October 3, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 1, 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
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Infant feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in more than 30 days.
Correction deadline
August 1, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 9, 2024
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: Sleep safety
Report finding
During my inspection I observed infants sitting in restrictive devices for over 15 minutes. The children were not eating or being transported.
Correction deadline
July 25, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 9, 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)
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
During review the 8 children's records seen had not been updated since 2022.
Correction deadline
August 15, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.609(a) - Update Admission Information - Procedure
Official code
746.609(a)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During the walkthrough the activity plan was seen posted, the plan did not list the dates the plan covered.
Correction deadline
July 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2205(a)(2) - Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
Official code
746.2205(a)(2)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
Exposed dry wall and peeling paint were observed during the walk through.
Correction deadline
August 30, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 1, 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)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The operation has not updated or provided liability insurance information by the required date.
Correction deadline
June 25, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 10, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Official code
746.203(2)
View official report
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fire drill documentation was observed and discussed at the operation. The average exit time was seen to be 4 minutes during the fire drills.
Correction deadline
September 13, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 12, 2023
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)
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the inspection a smoke detector was heard beeping for low battery. The monthly test log was then observed after and found ot not have been complete since January.
Correction deadline
May 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Official code
746.5319
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
A current employee list was not available upon request. This was corrected at the inspection when the staff made a current employees 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)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
During the inspection a sign in and sign out log was viewed however there were not parent or employee initials or signature.
Correction deadline
May 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Official code
746.631(a)
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Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
During the inspection the sign in and sign out log was viewed. The log does not have a time of the children's arrival or time of the children's departure.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Official code
746.631(a)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
During the inspection I observed the infant caregivers using the handwashing sink to clean bottles, and the cleaning sink to wash their hands. The caregivers then switched back to using the handwashing sink for handwashing and vice versa.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
Official code
746.2419(8)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Your operation did not complete the employees who left survey for 2022 in the required timeframe.
Correction deadline
January 23, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
Official code
746.303(b)
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
During the inspection one of the classrooms was observed with 1 caregiver and 18 children, the specified age range of the classroom was 3 years old.
Correction deadline
October 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 21, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
During the inspection the two year old classroom was found to be out of ratio.
Correction deadline
October 19, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
Low concern: Staff training
Report finding
The operation was not using the caregivers hire date as the starting point for annual training. This was corrected at the inspection when I discussed this with the person in charge, the operation will now start to use the hire date as the starting point for annual trainings.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.1313 - Time Period of Training
Official code
746.1313
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
During the inspection only 7.5 hours of annual training could be provided for the director for the previous training year.
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 21, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Official code
746.1311(a)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
During the inspection 4 out of the 8 records observed did not have the required notarized affidavit. 3 did not have the employment start date.
Correction deadline
November 2, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 21, 2022
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: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection the flooring in multiple classrooms was observed to be loose or missing. This posed a tripping hazard to caregivers and children and exposed the material for children to pick at.
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 21, 2022
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)
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The current employee list was not posted or printed upon arrival for the inspection. This was corrected at the inspection when the person in charge printed off a copy and posted it to the board.
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)