Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
32 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: Open
Last refreshed
April 3, 2026
Latest inspection
February 17, 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
- Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave
- License number
- 1784079
- Location
- 5750 S RICE AVE, Houston, TX 77081
- Status
- Open
- Safety grade
- F (Poor), score 0.0/100
- Inspection record
- 32 inspections, last inspected February 17, 2026
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
76
Total Violations
Feb 17, 2026
Last Inspection
149
Capacity
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (76)
During the inspection, the stove was observed to have been used to cook noodles. The stove was previously tagged by the Houston Health Department not to be used. The operation failed to follow restrictions placed by the Health inspector.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-06
The infant caregiver was observed to be feeding two children oatmeal from the same bowl. The caregiver was also observed to be hand feeding multiple children animal crackers off of one plate.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-06
During the inspection, several living german roaches were observed crawling around the sink and counter in the infant room and pre-k room, floor of the afterschool/night room. and in the kitchen on the floors, counters and sinks. Several dead roaches and droppings were also observed in the pre-k room and
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-12
The manufacture instructions for an open inflatable was not observed to be followed. 10 children were observed to be on the inflatable at one time and the youngest child playing was between 3-4 yrs old. NOTE: The instructions state no more than 1 child at a time and the minumum age is 4 yrs old.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
The operation was observed to be using outdoor space for an inflatable that has not been approved by CCR or is inclosed with a fence. Children present in this space were observed to be under the age of 5yrs old.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
The manufacture instructions for an emclosed inflatable was not observed to be followed. More than 20 children were observed to be on the inflatable at one time and the youngest child playing was 2yrs old. NOTE: The instructions state no more than 6 children at one time and the minumum age is 3yrs old.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Two individuals were observed to be present and incare of children without notification of eligibility from the background check.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
Two bouce houses were observed to be installed on concrete
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-19
During the walkthrough, one caregiver was observed to be sweeping their room and another caregiver was observed moping their room. Both caregivers were supervising children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-08
Based on the review of the fire drills. The operation has not completed an drill in under 3 minutes. All drills were completed in 5 minutes and one took 7 minutes to be completed.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-22
Children were observed asking for seconds. One child was given more food. The caregiver was told there was no more food for the other children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-08
The diriver was observed returing from a bus run. After parking driver locked the door and walked inside the building without completing a safety check of the vehicle.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-08
The director did not have current traning in transportation. Training expired 3/27/2025
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-10
Several dead roaches and droppings were observed on a drawer on on the floor in the kitchen area. One living roach was observed crawing on the drawer.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-12-15
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-24
A child was observed to be watching tv while eating breakfast. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the television was turned off
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
A 23 mo old was observed eating whole grapes.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-14
Staff records were reviewed for 5 caregivers. Training in the following areas: Emergency preparedness Building and physical premise safety hazardous materials abuse and neglect communicable diseases
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-28
Records for 10 children was reviewed and observed to be missing the following: 4 did not have a health statement, one signed by the health care provider. 2 did not have address listed for emergency contact. 2 with listed diagnosed food allergies did not have an allergy plan on file. 1 did not have authorization for emergency medical treatment 1 did not have a special needs statement on file.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-28
2 booster seats manufactured in 2009 and expired 2019 were observed to be on the vehicle. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the booster seats were disposed of during the inspection and new seats were purchased.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Director was observed to be missing the following trainings: Emergency preparedness Building and physical premise safety hazardous materials abuse and neglect communicable diseases Medication Allergy response
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-28
One caregiver was observed with 16 children 2y-6yr. The specified age group was 3yrs old. The caregiver was over ratio by 1.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-14
A copy of the montly menu was not observed to be posted in a prominent and publicly accessible place.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
Emergency medical authorization for each child transported on a field trip was not available. Emergency and parent contact information was not listed for 2 children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
A can of spaghetti sauce dated 5/24/23 was observed to be open in the refrigerator. A gallon of milk dated 8/4/24 was observed in a second refrigerator.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
A written activity plan was not observed in the school-age group.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
The caregiver in charge in the director's absence did not have access to field trip information requested by Child Care Regulation. The caregiver also could not access the keys to the vehicles used for transportation during the visit.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-12
Menu substitions were not observed to be recorded. The posted menu in the kitchen stated lunch for 8/6 included mangos, carrots, bread, turkey, and ham. Children in care were served spaghetti, manderine, and mixed veggies.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-07
A box fan was observed to be on the floor and in reach of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
In the school age room, A ceiling tile was observed to be missing and in need of repair. A large tarp was observed to be falling off of the playground cover.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-13
A bowl of peeled manderine oranges and a can of tomato sauce was observed to be open and uncovered in the refrigerator. In the freezer, a bag of fish sticks was observed to be open and not properly sealed.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
Several broken and torn nap mats were observed in the pre-k group and school age group. The torn mats exposed the foam padding underneath and could not be properly sanitized.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-13
One permission slip reviewed for a field trip did not include the child's name
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
A child was observed to be sleeping with a training cup.Milk was observed in the bottom of the cup. NOTE: The cup was removed from the child during the inspection
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
A television in the school-age group was observed to be on and napmats were observed on the floor. During the walkthrough caregivers were observed removing the school age children and taking them outside. According to the caregiver in charge, they only watched for 15 minutes beucase they didn't want to sleep.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-06
The operation failed to operate in compliance with the Minimum Standards regarding training requirements when the director provided altered documentation related to transportation training.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-22
Of the 5 records reviewed for children, one did not have the address listed for an emergency contact.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-15
One caregiver did not have current CPR. Training expired 11/30/2023
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-15
One caregiver did not have current 1st aid training. Training expired 11/30/2023
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-15
Transportation training was not available for the director who provided transportation for children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-15
Transportation training was not available for the director who provided transportation for children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-01
One caregiver did not have current CPR. Training expired 11/30/2023
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-12
Of the 5 records reviewed for children, one did not have the address listed for an emergency contact.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-02-20
One caregiver did not have current 1st aid training. Training expired 11/30/2023
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-12
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver failed to use good judgement when they placed an infant in a baby jumper to stop them from removing the shelves from a refrigerator located in the classroom. The infant exceeded the height and weight limits listed by the manufacture. This resulted in the jumper tipping over with the infant inside. The caregiver did not immediately give aid and continued to speak with a parent that was present in the room. The caregiver also failed to use self-control with they used profane and inappropriate language in the presence of children after being instructed by a food program representative that the snack prepared for the infants could not be served.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-01
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver was allowed access to children prior to receiving notification of eligibility from the Centralized Background Check Unit. The caregiver provided care to children from 1/29-1/31. The background check was not submitted until 1/30. The operation did not receive results of the background check until 2/12.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-01
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver with no prior experience, hired 1/29/24, was in care of children and counted in ratio before completing at least 8 hours of preservice training.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-01
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the director failed to ensure all employees were supervised. The director was unaware an incident where a caregiver placed an infant in a baby jumper that tipped over with the infant inside. The director was also not aware of incidents were the a caregiver left infants unattended on a diaper changing table, placed prohibited items (boppy pillows, bottles, and blankets) in cribs with infants, used profane and inappropriate language in the presence of children . According to the director, they were not aware of anything going on with the caregiver until CCR informed them of the allegations.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-01
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2024, as required.
Resolution: Corrected: 2024-01-19
A bottle of disinfectant spray was accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The folloiwng information was missing: 1. One lacked a hre date 2. Three lacked infromation on special needs.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was completed and compliance was not met. Five lacked a signed statement that a copy of the personnel and operational policies were received and one lacked a notarized affidavit.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. The school-age, pre-k and toddler classrooms do not have activity plans that include specifc activities and dates.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The folloiwng infromaiton is missing from the operational polciies: 1. Procedures for handling medical emergencies 2 Procedures for parental notifications 3. Procedures for parents to review the most recent Licensing inspection report and a copy of Minimum Standards 4. The correct contact information for tLicensing website. 5. Requirements for staff vaccinations 6. Procedures for providing inclusive services for children with special care needs 7. Statement that the center is in a gang free zone. 8. Staff requirements for recognizing, reporting the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, things the center will do to increase staff and parent awareness. 9. Benefits of outdoor play, type of activities the children will participate in while outside, recommended clothing and footwear and the plan for physical activity when the weather prevents the children from going outside
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
The school-age children were watching televiosn during rest time. This was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Four children's records lack a health statement.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
The seats in the kidney shaped table in the toddler classroom are not equipped with safety straps.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Three children's records were behind with immunizations.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. A list of current employees is not posted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. The evacuation diagram does not show the relocation area inside of the building in the event of severe weather.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Six staff do not have signed documentation by the staff and the trainer that orienatin to the center was completed. Pictures were taken.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Loose-fill surfacing has not been added to the playground use zones.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-09-01
The director and one staff are not documenting the daye and hours worked.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-08
The evacuation diagram does not show the relocation area inside of the building in the event of severe weather.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-09
Of the 10 children's records evaluated, 7 lacked a health statement.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
The following information was missing from the operational policies: 1. Procedures for handling medical emergencies 2 Procedures for parental notifications 3. Procedures for parents to review the most recent Licensing inspection report and a copy of Minimum Standards 4. The correct contact information for the local Licensing office and website 5. Emergency Preparedness plan 6. Requirements for staff vaccinations 7. Procedures for providing inclusive services for children with special care needs 8. Statement that the center is in a gang free zone. 9. Staff requirements for recognizing, reporting the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, things the center will do to increase staff and parent awareness. 10. Benefits of outdoor play, type of activities the children will participate in while outside, recommended clothing and footwear and the plan for physical activity when the weather prevents the children from going outside
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
The loose fill surfacing on one playground has been overgrown by grass.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
The correct contact infromation for the local Child Care Regulation office is not posted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-08
Of the 10 children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. All lacked the date of admission 2. One lacked the name, address and phone number of the emergency contact. 3. Two lacked the address of the emergency contact 4. One lacked the phone number for the people that can pick up the child 5. All lacked the required new information regarding special needs and water activities 6. Three lacked a shot record 7. One lacked a vision and hearing screening
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
Of the 10 children's records evaluated, 4 were behind with immunizations.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
A list of current employees is not posted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-08
Parents were not notified at the time of enrollment that the center does not have liability insurance.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
Of the 7 staff records evaluated, 5 have not completed an orientation to the center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
Of the 7 staff records evaluated, 1 staff has not completed 8 clock hours of pre-service training prior to being counted in the child/staff ratios.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
Of the 7 staff records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. All lacked a hire date 2. All lacked notarized affidavits 3. Five lacked a signed statement that a copy of the operation and personnel policies were received.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
The actuvity plans do not include the specific activities for each age group.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-08-22
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave's safety grade?
Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave 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 Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave have?
Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave has 76 total violations on record, including 50 critical, 26 serious, and 0 minor.
When was Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave last inspected?
Twinkle Wonders School At Rice Ave was last inspected on February 17, 2026.