Building Blocks Academy Friendswood

Childcare Center|4201 FRIENDSWOOD LINK RD, Friendswood, TX 77546|(281) 648-5000

License Information

Status
Licensed
License #
1725612
Expires
March 7, 2026
Licensed Capacity
87 children
Licensing Agency
Texas HHSC

Data from Texas HHSC. Updated 2/24/2026.

State records

Inspection History

23 records
  • routine#862298105

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • routine#862298104

    5 violations found (4 high, 1 medium severity).

    Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler

    Medium

    During inspection, one out of the two bottles observed did not have child's name. Noted: Director labeled bottles.

    746.2505(4)(A)Corrected 2026-02-05

    Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year

    High

    During inspection, lock down drills had not been conducted or documented for 2025 year.

    746.5205(3)Corrected 2026-02-19

    Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach

    High

    During inspection, one out of the four classrooms observed had diaper changing items in reach of children.

    746.3501(6)Corrected 2026-02-19

    CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

    High

    During inspection, one out of the eight files observed. Caregiver conducted CPR training online.

    746.1315(b)(1)Corrected 2026-02-19

    Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly

    High

    During inspection, fire extingushers were not inspected monthly by director or designee for 2025 year.

    746.5307(a)Corrected 2026-02-19
  • routine#862298103

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • routine#862298102

    1 violation found (1 medium severity).

    Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list

    Medium

    People list has not been validated since 10-31-2024. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    745.651(2)(A)Corrected 2025-02-07
  • routine#862298101

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • routine#862298100

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • complaint#862384130

    1 violation found (1 high severity).

    Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity

    High

    Children were observed unsupervised while staff was outside.

    746.1205(a)(4)Corrected 2025-01-06
  • routine#862298099

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • complaint#862384129

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • complaint#862384128

    1 violation found (1 medium severity).

    Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization

    Medium

    Operation did not complete an incident report after being notified a child sustained an injury while in care and required medical attention.

    746.701(1)Corrected 2024-09-27
  • assessment#862398278

    1 violation found (1 high severity).

    Annual Sanitation Inspection

    High

    The operation's annual sanitation inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 10/22/2022. The inspection documentation was requested by not submitted.

    746.3401(a)Corrected 2024-04-12
  • routine#862298098

    9 violations found (7 high, 2 medium severity).

    Annual Sanitation Inspection

    High

    The operation's annual sanitation inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 10/22/2022.

    746.3401(a)Corrected 2024-03-08

    Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

    High

    The play structure on the toddler playground is not level as it tilts to the left side.

    746.4751(c)Corrected 2024-05-15

    Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics

    Medium

    Four out of eight caregivers are missing training in the following topics: -Emergency preparedness -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials

    746.1309(f)Corrected 2024-03-01

    Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

    High

    The director's CPR certification expired on 11/10/2023.

    746.1315(b)Corrected 2024-03-08

    Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

    Medium

    One infant was missing current feeding instructions on file for review.

    746.2421(b)Corrected 2024-03-01

    Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

    High

    The operation's annual fire inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 9/1/2022.

    746.5101(a)Corrected 2024-03-08

    Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

    High

    The director's first aid certification expired on 11/10/2023.

    746.1315(a)Corrected 2024-03-08

    Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

    High

    Multiple electrical outlets were uncovered in the Two's classroom. Note: Corrected when safety covers were added to the outlets.

    746.3701(1)Corrected 2024-02-23

    Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    High

    One out of eight children's files evaluated is missing immunization records on file for review.

    746.613(b)Corrected 2024-03-08
  • routine#862298097

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • routine#862298096

    3 violations found (2 high, 1 medium severity).

    Supervised Naptime Daily

    High

    During investigation inspection, 1 out of 5 classrooms observed where not having naptime or a rest period.

    746.2901Corrected 2023-07-31

    Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

    Medium

    During investigation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms were observed watching a movie during rest time.

    746.2207(c)(4)Corrected 2023-07-31

    Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

    High

    During investiagation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms caregiver was observed on their personal cell phone.

    746.1203(3)(D)Corrected 2023-07-31
  • complaint#862384127

    1 violation found (1 medium severity).

    Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver

    Medium

    Caregiver in school age room was not follow written activity plan during investigation inspection.

    746.2203(b)Corrected 2023-09-11
  • routine#862298095

    5 violations found (2 high, 3 medium severity).

    Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list

    Medium

    The operation last validated the background checks 11/9/2022. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

    745.651(2)(A)Corrected 2023-03-21

    Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    High

    One of eight records did not contain an updated immunization record.

    746.613(b)Corrected 2023-03-28

    Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements

    Medium

    Two of eight staff records did not contain proof of education.

    746.901(2)Corrected 2023-03-28

    Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

    Medium

    Three of eight staff records did not contain the affidavit.

    746.901(4)Corrected 2023-03-28

    Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

    High

    One student with an epi pen did not have the required allergy emergency plan.

    746.3819Corrected 2023-03-28
  • assessment#862398277

    2 violations found (2 high severity).

    Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

    High

    Corrections for peeling walls in the toddler, preschool and school age room were not received.

    746.3407(9)Corrected 2022-10-26

    Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

    High

    The pea gravel located on the playground did not measure the required 6 inches.

    746.4907(a)(1)Corrected 2022-10-26
  • routine#862298094

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • routine#862298093

    11 violations found (10 high, 1 medium severity).

    Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

    Medium

    One of five infant feeding instructions was last updated 7/6/22.

    746.2421(b)Corrected 2022-10-03

    Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

    High

    Based on the inspection conducted, the director is not operating the center in compliance by not following infant care requirements, allowing classrooms out of ratio, and by not following minimum standards in the day-to-day operation of the center.

    746.1003(1)Corrected 2022-09-30

    Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

    High

    Walls in the toddler, preschool and school age room were observed to be peeling.

    746.3407(9)Corrected 2022-10-17

    Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

    High

    A 14 month old student was observed in a classroom with the oldest student being 5 years old.

    746.1605Corrected 2022-09-29

    No Asphalt or Concrete Under Climbing Equipment Unless Unitary Surfacing Covers Use Zone

    High

    Cement was observed uncovered underneath a pole on a climbing structure.

    746.4601(8)Corrected 2022-10-06

    Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

    High

    One infant was observed sleeping in a swing with a blanket. SN: This was corrected when the caregiver removed the infant. Pictures were taken.

    746.2426Corrected 2022-09-29

    Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink

    High

    The sink in the infant classroom is used to wash hands and bottles. There was a bowl located in the hand washing sink at the diaper changing table.

    746.2419(8)Corrected 2022-09-30

    Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

    High

    One caregiver was in charge of five infants ages 4 months to 9 months old.

    746.1601Corrected 2022-09-29

    Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

    High

    The pea gravel located on the playground did not measure the required 6 inches.

    746.4907(a)(1)Corrected 2022-10-17

    Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

    High

    The diaper mat located in the infant classroom is torn.

    746.3503(a)Corrected 2022-10-04

    Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    High

    A broken bucket and stand were broken on the playground.

    746.3701Corrected 2022-09-29
  • routine#862298092

    1 violation found (1 high severity).

    Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    High

    1 out 8 children did not have current immunizations available on file.

    746.613(b)Corrected 2022-03-10
  • routine#862298091

    No violations found. All areas in compliance.

    No violations

  • routine#862298090

    3 violations found (1 high, 2 medium severity).

    Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

    High

    The loose fill for the 2 playgrounds is less than the required depth.

    746.4907(a)(1)Corrected 2021-12-03

    Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions

    Medium

    The menu did not reflect what was served for lunch. This was corrected when the asst. director recorded the substitues.

    746.3313(1)Corrected 2021-11-16

    Documentation of Drills

    Medium

    There was no documentation of a fire drill conducted in October. Asst director stated that it was completed and was not documented. This was corrected when the drill was documented.

    746.5205(4)Corrected 2021-11-16
  • routine#862298089

    2 violations found (2 high severity).

    Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

    High

    The alarm does not sound on the van used for transporting kids.

    746.5625(b)Corrected 2021-09-01

    Annual Sanitation Inspection

    High

    The annual health inspection has not been conducted by the health department.

    746.3401(a)Corrected 2021-10-01

Availability

87 children capacity

Estimated Tuition

$900$1,250/mo

By age group

Infant$1,150$1,550
Toddler$1,000$1,400
Preschool$900$1,250
School-age$500$800

Estimated from regional averages. Actual rates may vary.

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