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La Petite Academy

8603 S NORMANDALE ST, Fort Worth, TX 76116-6139

Operation number:
31189- 684
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Tarrant
Capacity:
117
License effective:
November 27, 1985
Hours:
06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
8172447970
Email:
7559@lapetite.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 48 available inspections for La Petite Academy from August 18, 2021 through August 19, 2026.

13 inspections recorded violations, with 34 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on May 1, 2026 and involved staff training.

That higher-concern topic showed up in six inspections.

Five later inspections, from June 30, 2026 through August 19, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
48

15 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
34

10 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
25

6 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

48 total inspections vs 15 local median in 76116

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.71
Local median
0.4

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
23%
Local median
17%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
27%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.54

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: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver did not have training in administering medication.
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 8, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
Official code
746.1309(b)
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have documentation showing that severe weather and lock down drills are being completed.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 17, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
Official code
746.5205(2)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
There was no documentation of monthly checks of the fire extinguisher.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 30, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Official code
746.5307(a)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation had a carbon monoxide detector installed but it was not in working condition. (Note; The director submitted a work order during the inspection and the detector was repaired).
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
Official code
746.5531
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
There was no documentation of monthly testing of the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 30, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Official code
746.5319
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training available for review at the time of inspection.
Correction deadline
April 14, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 30, 2026
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)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
One caregiver did not have training in administering medication.
Correction deadline
May 13, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 1, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
Official code
746.1309(b)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operation did not complete the employees who left employment survey timely.
Correction deadline
January 21, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 20, 2026
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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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The caregiver files were not avai;able for review.
Correction deadline
September 12, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
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)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have a current gas inspection available for review.
Correction deadline
September 12, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Official code
746.5401
View official report
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
A caregiver did not respond promptly to a child that was injured and required medical attention.
Correction deadline
August 27, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2401(4) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
Official code
746.2401(4)
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
Correction deadline
December 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 13, 2023
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)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
Correction deadline
December 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 13, 2023
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)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
Correction deadline
December 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 13, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Official code
746.901(5)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
Correction deadline
December 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 13, 2023
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: Transportation
Report finding
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
Correction deadline
December 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 13, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5613 - One Seat Belt Per Person
Official code
746.5613
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
Correction deadline
October 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 13, 2023
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: Transportation
Report finding
This was evaluated during a DFPS investigation and found to be deficient.
Correction deadline
October 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 13, 2023
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)
View official report
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
Two children under the age of two were in a room with a television on. This was corrected at inspection when the children were moved out of the room.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Official code
746.2207(a)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Four child's files did not have the health statement singed by a physician.
Correction deadline
May 11, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
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
One child's file did not include current immunizations.
Correction deadline
May 11, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two caregivers did not have a current CPR certificate.
Correction deadline
June 13, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
Official code
746.1301(a)(4)(A)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two caregivers did not have a current first aid certificate.
Correction deadline
June 13, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Official code
746.1301(a)(3)(A)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have a current fire inspection.
Correction deadline
May 18, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 5, 2023
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)
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have a current gas leak inspection.
Correction deadline
November 23, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Official code
746.5401
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The operation did not have a current health inspection.
Correction deadline
November 23, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 18, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Official code
746.3401(a)
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
11/2/2022- The wooden barrier around the toddler playground still had exposed nails and rotten wood.
Correction deadline
November 16, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 28, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
On the toddler playground the wooden frame around the area had exposed nails and rotten wood.
Correction deadline
October 24, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 2, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
Throughout the operation, there were areas that had chipped paint that could be flaked off.
Correction deadline
October 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 17, 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)
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Medium concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The director was unable to provide documentation for attendance at the operation on 2/14/2022.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Official code
746.801(5)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A child was unsupervised on the playground for approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 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
A caregiver failed to follow the operation's policies and procedures for a counting for children during transition from the playground to the classroom. A child was left unsupervised on the playground.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 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: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Based on information obtained during the investigation, it was determined a staff member failed to properly account for all children during transition from the playground to the classroom. A child was left on the playground.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Official code
746.1203(2)
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Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The operation did not properly apply first aid to a child that had received an injury on their face.
Correction deadline
September 3, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 1, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3605(b)(2) - Child Becomes Ill in Care and Requires Immediate Treatment or Hospitalization - First Aid and CPR
Official code
746.3605(b)(2)