Idea Lab Kids- Central Houston
License Information
- Status
- Licensed
- License #
- 1678816
- Expires
- August 17, 2026
- Licensed Capacity
- 40 children
- Licensing Agency
- Texas HHSC
Data from Texas HHSC. Updated 2/24/2026.
State recordsInspection History
12 records- routine#862269712
1 violation found (1 high severity).
Each caregiver, operation director, program director, and site director Pediatric CPR
HighTwo caregivers did not have proof of current CPR and first aide training.
744.1315(b)Corrected 2026-02-10 - routine#862269711
No violations found. All areas in compliance.
No violations
- routine#862269710
4 violations found (3 high, 1 medium severity).
Documented Annual Training-Required Topics in Health and Safety
MediumOne staff member needs training in all special topics.
744.1309(d)Corrected 2025-02-21Transportation Safety Training
HighTransportation safety training is needed for one staff member who transports children.
744.1317(a)Corrected 2025-01-29Each caregiver, operation director, program director, and site director Training in Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing and Choking.
HighOne staff member needs pediatric first aid trainng.
744.1315(a)Corrected 2025-02-21Each caregiver, operation director, program director, and site director Pediatric CPR
HighOne staff member needs pediatric CPR training.
744.1315(b)Corrected 2025-02-21 - routine#862269709
2 violations found (1 high, 1 medium severity).
Training Requirements for Employees - Pre-service Training
HighTwo caregivers needed training in the following topics: -Age Appropriate Activities -Fostering Children's Self Esteem -Supervision and safety practices
744.1301(2)(A)Corrected 2024-02-16Children's Records Maintained
MediumRecords were evaluated for four children enrolled and the following was determined: -An emergency care address is needed for one child enrolled. -An address for the emergency contact is needed for one child enrolled. -Release persons is needed for one child enrolled.
744.603(a)Corrected 2024-02-02 - assessment#862397293
1 violation found (1 high severity).
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HighThe operation has not received a fire inspection conducted by the Fire Marshall. The fire inspection was last conducted 3/25/2022.
744.3501(a)Corrected 2023-11-30 - routine#862269708
2 violations found (2 high severity).
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HighThe operation has not received a fire inspection conducted by the Fire Marshall. The fire inspection was last conducted 3/25/2022.
744.3501(a)Corrected 2023-10-31AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HighOne caregiver was present on 9/25 and did not have notification of eligibility from the Background Check Unit. NOTE: Corrected at inspection. Background check for the individual was submitted on 9/26. Caregiver was not observed to be present during the visit.
745.641Corrected 2023-09-28 - complaint#862373634
1 violation found (1 medium severity).
Notification of Change in Hours, Days, Months of Operation
MediumBased on the information obtained, it was determined the operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of change in operating hours.
744.301(6)Corrected 2023-10-25 - assessment#862397292
1 violation found (1 medium severity).
Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
MediumTwo personnel files did not include a record of training hours completed.
744.901(5)Corrected 2023-04-10 - assessment#862397291
1 violation found (1 medium severity).
Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
MediumTwo personnel files did not include a record of training hours completed.
744.901(5)Corrected 2023-03-10 - routine#862269707
3 violations found (1 high, 2 medium severity).
Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
HighThe Emergency Preparedness Plan was not available for review during this inspection.
744.501(22)Corrected 2023-02-07Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
MediumTwo personnel files did not include a record of training hours completed.
744.901(5)Corrected 2023-02-07Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, and Smoke Detectors
MediumDocumentation of safety drills was not available for review during this inspection.
744.801(9)Corrected 2023-02-07 - routine#862269706
No violations found. All areas in compliance.
No violations
- routine#862269705
7 violations found (5 high, 2 medium severity).
Sheltering Drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year
HighThe emergency practices form for the previous calendar year was reviewed and the following was determined: -The operation had not practiced the following drills four times each: Lock down, shelter, or severe weather drills.
744.3559(2)Corrected 2022-02-04Training Requirements for Employees - Orientation
HighOne staff member was in need of orientation training.
744.1301(1)(A)Corrected 2022-02-07Required Personnel Records
MediumThe director's file was unavailable for review during this inspection.
744.901Corrected 2022-02-04Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HighThe fire extinguisher in the transportation van was in need of servicing.
744.3607(b)Corrected 2022-02-07Documented Annual Training-15 Hours Required Caregiver
MediumOne staff member is in need of 11 hours of annual training.
744.1309(a)(1)Corrected 2022-02-07Training Requirements for Employees - Pediatric CPR
High1 of 2 personnel files available for review was in need of current Pediatric CPR/First Aid training.
744.1301(4)(A)Corrected 2022-02-07Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location
HighThe emergency evacuation diagrams posted did not include the following: -The designated location outside of the operation where all caregivers and children meet to ensure everyone has exited the operation safely. - The designated location inside the operation where all caregivers and children take shelter from threatening weather.
744.3561(a)(3)Corrected 2022-02-04
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