ABC's Children's College
Does ABC's Children's College have a state child-care violation history?
Texas HHSC records list 27 child-care citations for ABC's Children's College in MCALLEN, TX. The state assigns each cited standard a risk level; for this facility, 6 are recorded at the High level and 8 at Medium High, with the remainder at Medium, Medium Low, or Low. Each entry below reproduces the standard Texas cited and the state's own description of what was found.
These are licensing-record findings, not a judgment about any child or family. The dates shown are the dates Texas recorded a correction as verified — they are not inspection dates, and the record may lag the state's current file. This page reflects the published record as of its last update and is not a complete history; the authoritative source is Texas HHSC.
Texas HHSC recorded 6 High-risk citations at this facility.
Risk levels below are Texas HHSC's own labels, shown verbatim.
- High
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation staff has not demonstrated competency to perform assigned duties such as providing a consistent positive environment for children and comforting young children.
- High
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, Director has failed to provide leadership and demonstrate an understand of Minimum Standards. This has resulted in high-risk deficiencies including safe sleep and supervision.
- High
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
One infant age child and three infant age children were asleep in high chairs.
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- High
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
There were four children in the infant room, two children in the 4-5 room and 8 children napping in the toddler room. Only one staff member was present to supervise all classrooms.
- High
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
A 10 month old infant was observed sleeping in a high chair. Infant had a blanket covering their body except the head as observed during inspection. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection as child was moved to their designated crib by caregiver.
- High
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Caregiver left two infants unsupervised to be in the kitchen, room next door, completing other duties. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection as caregiver returned to the infant classroom and needed supervision was achieved.
- Medium High
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Trash can in the toddler was uncovered, there were diapers inside the trash can. Note: This was corrected at inspection when trash can was replaced with one with a lid.
- Medium High
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Expired food items were observed in the kitchen including tortillas and canned food. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed the food items from the operation.
- Medium High
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
A staff member was present at operation and responsible for caring for children. Employee has not completed high school education or equivalent.
- Medium High
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Trash cans within the restrooms do not have lids.
- Medium High
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
Infant daily report is not being completed for two infants at the operation. Caregiver confirmed report is not being provided to parents.
- Medium High
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Two nails were observed in the playground area within reach of children. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection by the nails being covered.
- Medium High
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
The youngest child in a classroom was 9 months old. The oldest child was 3 years old. There were more than 13 children at the operation during inspection. The 18 month difference in age was deficient. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection as 3 year old child was moved to another classroom. Child/Caregiver ratio was achieved.
- Medium High
746.5535(a) - Install CO Detection System-Number of CO Detection Devices
Carbon monoxide detector was not present at the operation.
- Medium
746.4003(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
Antisepectic solution and wipes are expired. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider brought a new first aid kit to the operation that has new antiseptic wipes.
- Medium
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Toddler - Prek Classroom does not follow the daily schedule. Class remained indoors playing with blocks while schedule indicates children have outdoor time from 10-10:45AM. Infant Room does not have a written activity plan and daily schedule does not include outdoor play.
- Medium
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Eight children's files were reviewed. Four files are missing admission date, two emergency contact address, two health statements, four immunization records, three operational policies received statement and one file was not available for review at the time of inspection.
- Medium
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
Children's Products Certification posted was last reviewed / signed on 04/05/2020.
- Medium
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
One out of four staff files reviewed is missing 12 hours of annual training.
- Medium
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
Menu posted is dated 5-8 to 5-13. Per provider dates were entered incorrectly, however, food items served during lunch do not match menu. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider updates dates and food items served.
- Medium
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Based on information obtained during the course the investigation operation has not maintained consistent staff attendance records.
- Medium
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
A child was observing playing with a tablet during nap time.
- Medium
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
Six out of twelve children napping were napping directly on the carpet. Mats were labeled with different children's names and solid color mats did not have a way to differentiate the floor from the napping side.
- Medium
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
One out of five children's files reviewed is missing immunization records.
- Medium
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Written feeding instructions for two infants not ready for table food were not available for review.
- Medium
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Four school age children were observed watching a video of Happy Tree Friends not related to planned activities on a tablet. A school age child was playing a video game not related to planned activities in an electronic device. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection as electronic devices were removed by director.
- Medium
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Three caregiver records requested by Inspector were not available for review during inspection.
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