Jul 15, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
Licensed Child-Care Home · Texas
Happy Octopus Early Education
Address not listed, Corpus Christi
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · Map
No deficiencies cited
About this program
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- Ages served
- Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Days
- Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
- Programs
- School Age Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Drop-In Care,Part Time Care,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips
- Accepts child care subsidies
- Yes
- License type
- Full Permit
- Issued
- May 13, 2019
No adverse action, corrective action or permit conditions on record.
State compliance summary
How many deficiencies Texas has recorded for this program, by risk level. This is not a quality rating: it describes compliance with the state’s minimum licensing standards.
1High risk
8Medium-high risk
4Medium risk
0Medium-low risk
0Low risk
8Inspections and investigations on record
Inspection history
Jun 30, 2026 · Inspection
4 deficiencies cited
- Critical Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Two Exits from Each Room
Inspector's note: The emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was not marked to include the exit plans. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-07-07. - Critical Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
Inspector's note: Documentation of vaccinations for the cat in the operation, was not available. The children have access to the cat. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-07-14. - Critical AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Inspector's note: A 7-month-old infant was observed sleeping in a play yard, and the infant was covered up to her waist with a blanket. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-06-30. - Critical Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Inspector's note: The daycare restroom toilet and sink had soil and grime buildup around the areas used by children. The trash can did not have a cover and its waste products were accessible to children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-07-01.
Jul 2, 2025 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
- Critical Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Inspector's note: There was a lighter on a shelf accessible to the children in care. Corrected at Inspection: The lighter was removed during the inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Non-critical Records Maintained and Made Available - Pet Vaccinations
Inspector's note: The vaccinations for two dogs were not available for review. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-07-07.
Jul 19, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
Feb 16, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
Feb 16, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
1 deficiency cited
- Non-critical Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Inspector's note: The Incident Report was not signed by the parent. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-02-15.
Aug 25, 2023 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
- Critical Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
Inspector's note: First Aid /CPR expired for the Director. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-29. - Critical Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
Inspector's note: All seven pets vaccinations have expired. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-01.
Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.