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Licensed Child-Care Home · Texas

Itty Bitty Academy

Address not listed, Houston

Last inspected Sep 4, 2026 · Map

2 deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
12
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
06:00 AM-06:00 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Before School Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Drop-In Care,Part Time Care
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Apr 17, 2023

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.

5High risk
28Medium-high risk
9Medium risk
0Medium-low risk
3Low risk
10Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Sep 4, 2026 · Assessment
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Comply with Child-care Licensing Law and Rules
    Inspector's note: It was determined the primary caregiver provided Child Care Regulation with falsified training documents for CPR and First Aid. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-09-28.
  • Critical Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
    Inspector's note: The primary caregiver does not have current Pediatric First Aid Training and Pediatric CPR training. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-28.
Sep 4, 2026 · Assessment
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Comply with Child-care Licensing Law and Rules
    Inspector's note: It was determined the primary caregiver provided Child Care Regulation with falsified training documents for CPR and First Aid. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-09-28.
  • Critical Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
    Inspector's note: The primary caregiver does not have current Pediatric First Aid Training and Pediatric CPR training. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-28.
Sep 4, 2026 · Assessment
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 27, 2026 · Assessment
7 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness- Reunification Plan
    Inspector's note: As of 5/27/26, the required updates to the parent handbook have not been received. This deficiency is being recited. The emergency preparedness plan does not state how children will be reunited with parents once the emergency is over. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-06-10.
  • Non-critical Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
    Inspector's note: As of 5/27/26, verification the required make-up training hours were completed has not been received. This deficiency is being recited. The primary caregiver received 12.5 of the 30 clock hours of required annual training for the November 2024-Noveember 2024 training year. The caregiver will need to complete 17.5 clock hours of make-up training. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-07-17.
  • Critical Policies Comply with Rules
    Inspector's note: As of 5/27/26, the required updates to the parent handbook have not been received. This deficiency is being recited. The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. The plan to ensure physical activity occurs when the weather prevents outdoor play. 2. Parent's Rights 3. How parents may access Minimum Standards on-line, the Texas Abuse & Neglect phone number and the HHSC website. 4. Water activities offered. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-06-10.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Admission Information
    Inspector's note: As of 5/27/26, the required updates children's records have not been received. This deficiency is being recited. Of the four children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. Two lacked the address for the emergency contacts. 2. All lacked permission for water activities. 3. One lacked the name, address and phone number of the child's doctor. 4. One lacked a shot record. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-06-10.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness-Continuity of Care
    Inspector's note: As of 5/27/26, the required updates to the emergency preparedness plan have not been received. This deficiency is being recited. The emergency preparedness plan does not state how children will be cared for during the emergency. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-06-10.
  • Non-critical Required Health Statement
    Inspector's note: As of 5/27/26, the required children's health statements have not been received. This deficiency is being recited. Of the four children's records evaluated, all lacked a health statement from the parent stating the child has been examined within the past year by the child's doctor. The statement must include the name and address of the doctor. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2026-06-10.
  • Critical Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
    Inspector's note: As of 5/27/26, verification of compliance has not been received. This deficiency is being recited. The home is not equipped with a 3A-40BC fire extinguisher. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-06-10.
May 7, 2026 · Inspection
6 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Required Health Statement
    Inspector's note: A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Of the four children's records evaluated, all lacked a health statement from the parent stating the child has been examined within the past year by the child's doctor.The statement must include the name and address of the doctor. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2026-05-14.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Admission Information
    Inspector's note: A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Of the four children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. Two lacked the address for the emergency contacts. 2. All lacked permission for water activities. 3. ONe lacked the name, address and phone number of the child's doctor. 4. One lacked a shot record. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-05-14.
  • Critical Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
    Inspector's note: A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The home is not equipped with a 3A-40BC fire extinguisher. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-14.
  • Critical Policies Comply with Rules
    Inspector's note: A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. The plan to ensure physical activity occurs when the weather prevents outdoor play. 2. Parent's Rights 3. How parents may access Minimum Standards on-line, the Texas Abuse & Neglect phone number and the HHSC website. 4. Water activities offered. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-14.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness- Reunification Plan
    Inspector's note: A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was met. This deficiency is being recited. The emergency preparedness plan does not state how children will be reunited with parents once the emergency is over. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-14.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness-Continuity of Care
    Inspector's note: A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The emergency preparedness plan does not state how children will be cared for during the emergency. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-14.
Apr 27, 2026 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
    Inspector's note: A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. This was corrected at inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Mar 16, 2026 · Inspection
23 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
    Inspector's note: The primary caregiver received 12.5 of the 30 clock hours of required annual training for the November 2024-Noveember 2024 training year. The caregiver will need to complete 17.5 clock hours of make-up training. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-05-15.
  • Critical Training Requirements for Caregivers - Orientation
    Inspector's note: The assistant caregiver has not completed and orientation to the child care home. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Non-critical Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
    Inspector's note: A health statement for the home's pet from a veterinarian was not available for review. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Non-critical Required Health Statement
    Inspector's note: Of the four childrne's records evaluated, all lacked a health statement from the parent statingthe child has been examined within the past year by the child's doctor.The statement must include the name and address of the doctor. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuate and Relocate with Essential Documentation
    Inspector's note: The emergency preparedness plan does not state how you will evacuate with the daily attendance record. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
    Inspector's note: A water hose was observed in the outside activity space. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness-Continuity of Care
    Inspector's note: The emergency preparedness plan does not state how children will be cared for during the emergency. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Non-critical Personnel Records
    Inspector's note: Of the two personnel records evaluated the following information was missing: 1. Hire date for the assistant caregiver. 2. How the assistant caregiver meets the education requirements. 3. Documentation that a copy of the personnel and parent handbook were received. 4. Pre-employment affidavit for the assistant caregiver 5. Notarized affidavit for the primary and assistant caregiver. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Policies Comply with Rules
    Inspector's note: The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. The promotion of indoor and outdoor activity; including the duration of indoor and outdoor physical activity; recommended clothing and footwear and a plan to ensure physical activity occurs when the weather prevents outdoor play. 3. Parent's Rights 4. How parents may access Minimum Standards on-line, the Texas Abuse & Neglect phone number and the HHSC website. 5. Water activities offered. 6. Field trips offered. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
    Inspector's note: The sheet on the play yard mattress was not fitting snugly. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
    Inspector's note: There were uncovered outlets throughout the home. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
    Inspector's note: The current vaccination record for the home's pet was not available for review. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Admission Information
    Inspector's note: Of the four children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. Two lacked the address for the emergency contacts. 2. All lacked permission for water activities. 3. ONe lacked the name, address and phone number of the child's doctor. 4. One lacked the date of admission. 5. One lacked a shot record. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Smoke-Detection System
    Inspector's note: The smoke detector in the front area of the home was not working. Also, there is not a smoke detector in the room at the back of the home. This was corrected at inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Electric or Battery Operated CO Detection System- One for Each Level of Every Building
    Inspector's note: A carbon monoxide detector is not located on the second level of the home. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
    Inspector's note: The home is not equipped with a 3A-40BC fire extingusiher. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
    Inspector's note: The diaper changing pad has a large tear; therefore, it is no longer non-absorbent and needs to be replaced. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Non-critical Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
    Inspector's note: The background check for a person no longer working at the operation has not inactivated. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-03-16.
  • Critical Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
    Inspector's note: The following items were accessible to children: 1. Cleaning supplies were in the cabinet underneath the kitchen sink. 2. Bug spray repellant, body spray, hand sanitizer and deodorant were on a counter. 3. Spray paint on the outside activity space. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-04-23.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
    Inspector's note: The emergency preparedness plan lacked the following information: 1. How children will be evacuated to the safe area and alternate location; including how children under 2 and children with limited mobility may need assistance. 2. The emergency evacuation and relocation diagram. 3. The address of the alternate shelter. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness- Reunification Plan
    Inspector's note: The emergency preparedness plan does not state how children will be reunited with parents once the emergency is over. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: The grass in the backyard needs to be cut. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
  • Critical Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
    Inspector's note: The following hazards were observed in the outside activity space: 1. A ladder, BBQ grills and a dolly. 2. The protective barrier is not around the AC unit to prevent access to children in care. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-05-01.
Mar 10, 2026 · Complaint or incident investigation
4 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
    Inspector's note: An Incident report was not completed regarding for an incident that placed a child at risk when the child exited the facility without being supervised. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-05-04.
  • Critical Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
    Inspector's note: The director/primary caregiver failed to report to Child Care Regulation an incident involving a child exiting the facility without being supervised and being returned by a neighbor. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-05-04.
  • Critical Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
    Inspector's note: The director/primary caregiver failed to immediately notify the child's parent of an incident that placed the child at risk when the child exited the facility unsupervised and was subsequently returned by a neighbor. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-05-04.
  • 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: A child was able to exit the home unnoticed by caregivers and returned to the home by a neighbor. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-05-04.
Apr 15, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 30, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Oct 12, 2023 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
    Inspector's note: CPR/first aid License observed expired dated for 10-5.2021 Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-10-26.
  • Critical Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
    Inspector's note: CPR/first aid License observed expired dated for 10-5.2021 Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-10-26.
Apr 17, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 6, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.