Building Blocks Academy Friendswood

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
  Inspector's note: Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, child was able to escape to the parking lot of the daycare without supervision or staff member intervening to ensure child?s safety. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-05-08.
• Non-critical Parent right to review video recordings of alleged incident of abuse or neglect involving parent child
  Inspector's note: Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, operation did not share video footage of incident with parents. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-05-08.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Non-critical Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
  Inspector's note: During inspection, one out of the two bottles observed did not have child's name. Noted: Director labeled bottles. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
  Inspector's note: During inspection, one out of the eight files observed. Caregiver conducted CPR training online. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-02-19.
• Critical Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
  Inspector's note: During inspection, one out of the four classrooms observed had diaper changing items in reach of children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-02-19.
• Critical Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
  Inspector's note: During inspection, lock down drills had not been conducted or documented for 2025 year. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-02-19.
• Critical Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
  Inspector's note: During inspection, fire extingushers were not inspected monthly by director or designee for 2025 year. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-02-19.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Non-critical Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
  Inspector's note: People list has not been validated since 10-31-2024. Note: This was corrected during inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
  Inspector's note: Children were observed unsupervised while staff was outside. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-01-06.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Non-critical Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization
  Inspector's note: Operation did not complete an incident report after being notified a child sustained an injury while in care and required medical attention. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-09-27.

• Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
  Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-12.

• Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
  Inspector's note: The operation's annual sanitation inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 10/22/2022. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-03-08.
• Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
  Inspector's note: The director's first aid certification expired on 11/10/2023. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-03-08.
• Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
  Inspector's note: The operation's annual fire inspection is expired. The last inspection was conducted on 9/1/2022. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-03-08.
• Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
  Inspector's note: The play structure on the toddler playground is not level as it tilts to the left side. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-05-15.
• Critical Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
  Inspector's note: Multiple electrical outlets were uncovered in the Two's classroom. Note: Corrected when safety covers were added to the outlets. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
  Inspector's note: One out of eight children's files evaluated is missing immunization records on file for review. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-03-08.
• Non-critical Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
  Inspector's note: Four out of eight caregivers are missing training in the following topics: -Emergency preparedness -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-03-01.
• Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Inspector's note: One infant was missing current feeding instructions on file for review. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-03-01.
• Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
  Inspector's note: The director's CPR certification expired on 11/10/2023. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-03-08.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Supervised Naptime Daily
  Inspector's note: During investigation inspection, 1 out of 5 classrooms observed where not having naptime or a rest period. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-31.
• Critical Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
  Inspector's note: During investiagation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms caregiver was observed on their personal cell phone. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-31.
• Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
  Inspector's note: During investigation inspection, 1 out of the 5 classrooms were observed watching a movie during rest time. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-07-31.

• Non-critical Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
  Inspector's note: Caregiver in school age room was not follow written activity plan during investigation inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-09-11.

• Critical Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
  Inspector's note: One student with an epi pen did not have the required allergy emergency plan. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-03-28.
• Non-critical Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
  Inspector's note: The operation last validated the background checks 11/9/2022. Note: This was corrected during inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
• Non-critical Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
  Inspector's note: Two of eight staff records did not contain proof of education. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-03-28.
• Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
  Inspector's note: One of eight records did not contain an updated immunization record. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-03-28.
• Non-critical Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
  Inspector's note: Three of eight staff records did not contain the affidavit. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2023-03-28.