Sonshine Ministries
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
56 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: Open
Last refreshed
April 3, 2026
Latest inspection
March 19, 2026
Provenance
Texas licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring
Quick Facts
These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.
Updated April 3, 2026
- Provider
- Sonshine Ministries
- License number
- 825846
- Location
- 10201 JERRY DUNN PKWY, Benbrook, TX 76126
- Status
- Open
- Safety grade
- F (Poor), score 0.0/100
- Inspection record
- 56 inspections, last inspected March 19, 2026
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
170
Total Violations
Mar 19, 2026
Last Inspection
204
Capacity
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (170)
During the inspection an infant who could not roll over independently was observed in the crib face down.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-09
During the inspection an infant who could not roll over independently was observed in the crib face down.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-09
During the inspection an infant who could not roll over independently was observed in the crib face down.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-09
During the inspection three out of ten staff did not have documentation they received an orientation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection two out of ten staff evaluated did not have current First Aid.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection three out of ten staff did not have documentation they received an orientation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the walk through a classroom was observed with inadequate lighting to be able to properly supervise the children while sleeping. This was corrected during the inspection when staff turned on classroom lighting.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
During the inspection the operation did not have a medication listed on a Food Emergency Plan.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection two out of ten staff evaluated did not have current First Aid.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
Four out of ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records on file.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection there was a tall bookshelf in a classroom that wobbled when touched and was not anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the operation removed the shelf from the classroom during the inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
During the inspection three out of ten staff evaluated did not have current CPR training.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the walk through a classroom was observed with inadequate lighting to be able to properly supervise the children while sleeping. This was corrected during the inspection when staff turned on classroom lighting.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
During the inspection three out of ten staff evaluated did not have current CPR training.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
Four out of ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records on file.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the walk through a classroom was observed with inadequate lighting to be able to properly supervise the children while sleeping. This was corrected during the inspection when staff turned on classroom lighting.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
During the inspection there was a tall bookshelf in a classroom that wobbled when touched and was not anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the operation removed the shelf from the classroom during the inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
During the inspection the operation did not have a medication listed on a Food Emergency Plan.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
Four out of ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records on file.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection there was a tall bookshelf in a classroom that wobbled when touched and was not anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the operation removed the shelf from the classroom during the inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
During the inspection the operation did not have a medication listed on a Food Emergency Plan.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection three out of ten staff did not have documentation they received an orientation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection two out of ten staff evaluated did not have current First Aid.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
During the inspection three out of ten staff evaluated did not have current CPR training.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-13
Two infants were observed at time of inspection for over 15 minutes in restrictive devices.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Sole caregiver was observed with eight infants with a specified age of 17 months. Corrected when a second caregiver was added to the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Sole caregiver in two year old classroom reported having 11 children. Caregiver was present with 13 children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
During an inspection operation was observed not following a safety plan implemented by CCR and DFPS.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-22
Three out of thirteen rooms were observed without adequate lighting during nap time at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Three out of thirteen rooms were observed without adequate lighting during nap time at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
During an inspection operation was observed not following a safety plan implemented by CCR and DFPS.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-22
Three out of thirteen rooms were observed without adequate lighting during nap time at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Sole caregiver in two year old classroom reported having 11 children. Caregiver was present with 13 children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Sole caregiver was observed with eight infants with a specified age of 17 months. Corrected when a second caregiver was added to the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Two infants were observed at time of inspection for over 15 minutes in restrictive devices.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
During an inspection operation was observed not following a safety plan implemented by CCR and DFPS.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-22
Sole caregiver was observed with eight infants with a specified age of 17 months. Corrected when a second caregiver was added to the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Two infants were observed at time of inspection for over 15 minutes in restrictive devices.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Sole caregiver in two year old classroom reported having 11 children. Caregiver was present with 13 children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Three out of thirteen rooms were observed without adequate lighting during nap time at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
During an inspection operation was observed not following a safety plan implemented by CCR and DFPS.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-22
Sole caregiver in two year old classroom reported having 11 children. Caregiver was present with 13 children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Sole caregiver was observed with eight infants with a specified age of 17 months. Corrected when a second caregiver was added to the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Two infants were observed at time of inspection for over 15 minutes in restrictive devices.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Sole caregiver for seven toddler children was observed sleeping during nap time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-09
Sole caregiver for seven toddler children was observed sleeping during nap time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-09
Sole caregiver for seven toddler children was observed sleeping during nap time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-09
Sole caregiver for seven toddler children was observed sleeping during nap time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-09
During an investigation inspection it was determined cribs in the infant classroom with children under 9 months old are stacking mattresses for use of sleep.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-25
During an investigation inspection it was determined cribs in the infant classroom with children under 9 months old are stacking mattresses for use of sleep.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-25
During an investigation inspection it was determined cribs in the infant classroom with children under 9 months old are stacking mattresses for use of sleep.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-25
During an investigation inspection it was determined cribs in the infant classroom with children under 9 months old are stacking mattresses for use of sleep.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-25
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient as operation did not have a written plan for supervision for active play area not connected to center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when two caregivers failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended outside for ten minutes.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a DFPS investigation it was determined a child was left unsupervised outside for 10 minutes.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a investigation it was determined a classroom of children did not wash their hands after outdoor activities.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a DFPS investigation it was determined the lighting in a nap room was not adequate at the time a child was left unsupervised.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a investigation it was determined a classroom of children did not wash their hands after outdoor activities.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when two caregivers failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended outside for ten minutes.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a DFPS investigation it was determined a child was left unsupervised outside for 10 minutes.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined a tricycle without protective handlebar covers was accessible to children. Equipment was observed in active play area with children on video.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined director was not ensuring overall operation compliance.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined caregivers were on personal cell phones while supervising children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient as operation did not have a written plan for supervision for active play area not connected to center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a DFPS investigation it was determined the lighting in a nap room was not adequate at the time a child was left unsupervised.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a investigation it was determined a classroom of children did not wash their hands after outdoor activities.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when two caregivers failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended outside for ten minutes.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a DFPS investigation it was determined a child was left unsupervised outside for 10 minutes.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined a tricycle without protective handlebar covers was accessible to children. Equipment was observed in active play area with children on video.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined director was not ensuring overall operation compliance.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined caregivers were on personal cell phones while supervising children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient as operation did not have a written plan for supervision for active play area not connected to center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined director was not ensuring overall operation compliance.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined a tricycle without protective handlebar covers was accessible to children. Equipment was observed in active play area with children on video.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined caregivers were on personal cell phones while supervising children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During a DFPS investigation it was determined the lighting in a nap room was not adequate at the time a child was left unsupervised.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-13
During an investigation it was determined caregiver used harsh language multiple times with children and used profane language in the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
It was determined during an investigation caregiver did not use good judgment when pushing a child's head when walking past the child.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director did not report to licensing when an allegation of inappropriate discipline was brought to their attention.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director is not ensuring that caregivers are conducting duties as stated under minimum standards, such as safe sleep and supervision.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation an infant was observed in a crib awake for over 30 minutes while caregiver was rocking the crib. Caregiver was not observed picking child up during this time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined caregiver used harsh language multiple times with children and used profane language in the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director did not report to licensing when an allegation of inappropriate discipline was brought to their attention.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation an infant was observed in a crib awake for over 30 minutes while caregiver was rocking the crib. Caregiver was not observed picking child up during this time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director is not ensuring that caregivers are conducting duties as stated under minimum standards, such as safe sleep and supervision.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined caregiver used harsh language multiple times with children and used profane language in the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
It was determined during an investigation caregiver did not use good judgment when pushing a child's head when walking past the child.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director did not report to licensing when an allegation of inappropriate discipline was brought to their attention.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation an infant was observed in a crib awake for over 30 minutes while caregiver was rocking the crib. Caregiver was not observed picking child up during this time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director is not ensuring that caregivers are conducting duties as stated under minimum standards, such as safe sleep and supervision.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
It was determined during an investigation caregiver did not use good judgment when pushing a child's head when walking past the child.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director is not ensuring that caregivers are conducting duties as stated under minimum standards, such as safe sleep and supervision.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation an infant was observed in a crib awake for over 30 minutes while caregiver was rocking the crib. Caregiver was not observed picking child up during this time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined the director did not report to licensing when an allegation of inappropriate discipline was brought to their attention.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
It was determined during an investigation caregiver did not use good judgment when pushing a child's head when walking past the child.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
During an investigation it was determined caregiver used harsh language multiple times with children and used profane language in the classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-18
One caregiver with an ineligible background check was observed present with children at time of inspection. Caregiver was sent home at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-19
One caregiver with an ineligible background check was observed present with children at time of inspection. Caregiver was sent home at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-19
One caregiver with an ineligible background check was observed present with children at time of inspection. Caregiver was sent home at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-19
One caregiver with an ineligible background check was observed present with children at time of inspection. Caregiver was sent home at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-19
Thirteen infant feeding instructions were not up to date at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Two out of three children with food allergy emergency plans requiring medications had expired medications at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Six out of ten children's records did not have up to date immunization records available for review at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Four out of eighteen infant bottles at time of inspection were not labeled with first name and last initial. Corrected at inspection when labeled with infants names.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Thirteen infant feeding instructions were not up to date at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Four out of eighteen infant bottles at time of inspection were not labeled with first name and last initial. Corrected at inspection when labeled with infants names.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Six out of ten children's records did not have up to date immunization records available for review at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Two out of three children with food allergy emergency plans requiring medications had expired medications at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Six out of ten children's records did not have up to date immunization records available for review at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Thirteen infant feeding instructions were not up to date at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Four out of eighteen infant bottles at time of inspection were not labeled with first name and last initial. Corrected at inspection when labeled with infants names.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Two out of three children with food allergy emergency plans requiring medications had expired medications at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Six out of ten children's records did not have up to date immunization records available for review at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Four out of eighteen infant bottles at time of inspection were not labeled with first name and last initial. Corrected at inspection when labeled with infants names.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Two out of three children with food allergy emergency plans requiring medications had expired medications at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
Thirteen infant feeding instructions were not up to date at time of inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-04-28
One child's allergy plan was not signed by the parent.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-19
There staff members did not current SIDS, Shaken Baby and Brain Development.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-24
One child's allergy plan was not signed by the parent.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-19
There staff members did not current SIDS, Shaken Baby and Brain Development.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-24
There staff members did not current SIDS, Shaken Baby and Brain Development.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-24
One child's allergy plan was not signed by the parent.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-19
One child's allergy plan was not signed by the parent.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-19
There staff members did not current SIDS, Shaken Baby and Brain Development.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-24
While doing my walk through I observed a baby sleeping in the swing. I asked the caregivers how long she had been asleep they said 30 minuets.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing the walk through we went into an infant room there was 1 caregiver with 5 infants the children were 8m, 9m, 9m 10m and 12 month. The allowed ratio for that age group is 4 children to 1 caregiver.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing my walk through I noticed in 4 different rooms there was outlet plugs that were not covered. In all 4 rooms the kids were under 4 years of age.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
While doing the walk through at the operation I observed two infants sleeping on sheets that were not tight fitting.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing my walk through I observed a baby sleeping in the swing. I asked the caregivers how long she had been asleep they said 30 minuets.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing the walk through we went into an infant room there was 1 caregiver with 5 infants the children were 8m, 9m, 9m 10m and 12 month. The allowed ratio for that age group is 4 children to 1 caregiver.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing my walk through I noticed in 4 different rooms there was outlet plugs that were not covered. In all 4 rooms the kids were under 4 years of age.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
While doing the walk through we went into an infant room there was 1 caregiver with 5 infants the children were 8m, 9m, 9m 10m and 12 month. The allowed ratio for that age group is 4 children to 1 caregiver.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing my walk through I noticed in 4 different rooms there was outlet plugs that were not covered. In all 4 rooms the kids were under 4 years of age.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
While doing the walk through at the operation I observed two infants sleeping on sheets that were not tight fitting.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing my walk through I noticed in 4 different rooms there was outlet plugs that were not covered. In all 4 rooms the kids were under 4 years of age.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
While doing the walk through at the operation I observed two infants sleeping on sheets that were not tight fitting.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing my walk through I observed a baby sleeping in the swing. I asked the caregivers how long she had been asleep they said 30 minuets.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing my walk through I observed a baby sleeping in the swing. I asked the caregivers how long she had been asleep they said 30 minuets.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing the walk through we went into an infant room there was 1 caregiver with 5 infants the children were 8m, 9m, 9m 10m and 12 month. The allowed ratio for that age group is 4 children to 1 caregiver.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
While doing the walk through at the operation I observed two infants sleeping on sheets that were not tight fitting.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-04
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a child was left outside unsupervised for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a child was left outside unsupervised for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a child was left outside unsupervised for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a child was left outside unsupervised for an extended period of time.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-30
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver pulled a child by the arm.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-07
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver pulled a child by the arm.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-07
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver pulled a child by the arm.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-07
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver pulled a child by the arm.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-07
Three caregivers on the playground were sitting together in one area with their backs turned to the children in care and not providing proper supervision.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Three caregivers on the playground were sitting together in one area with their backs turned to the children in care and not providing proper supervision.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Three caregivers on the playground were sitting together in one area with their backs turned to the children in care and not providing proper supervision.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Three caregivers on the playground were sitting together in one area with their backs turned to the children in care and not providing proper supervision.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
One chlid did not have the section for Emergency Medical Authorization section completed.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
Two children did not have current immunization records.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
One staff member did not have proof of eduation requirements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-25
One staff member did not have proof of eduation requirements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-25
Two children did not have current immunization records.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
Two children did not have current immunization records.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
One chlid did not have the section for Emergency Medical Authorization section completed.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
One staff member did not have proof of eduation requirements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-25
Two children did not have current immunization records.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
One chlid did not have the section for Emergency Medical Authorization section completed.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
One staff member did not have proof of eduation requirements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-25
One chlid did not have the section for Emergency Medical Authorization section completed.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-24
Seven staff members did not have current SIDS, Shaken Baby and Early Brain Development training.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-03-08
Five designated drivers did not have current transporation safety training.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-03-08
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonshine Ministries's safety grade?
Sonshine Ministries has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 0.0 out of 100.
How many violations does Sonshine Ministries have?
Sonshine Ministries has 170 total violations on record, including 147 critical, 23 serious, and 0 minor.
When was Sonshine Ministries last inspected?
Sonshine Ministries was last inspected on March 19, 2026.