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Children's Lighthouse

8 serious findings across 64 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent serious finding: Mar 26, 2024.

19607 Clay Rd, Katy, TX 77449 · (281) 492-2688

At a glance

Safety · last 36 monthsKaty licensed centers, n=174

Serious findings0 critical, 8 serious, 0 minor across 32 inspections and 32 investigations (64 visits). Most recent serious: Mar 26, 2024.

Critical0 vs median 4

53% of centers have at least one

Serious8 vs median 8

71% of centers have at least one

QualitySince 2018Full Permit

Practical6a–6pMon–Fri · Infant to school · 340 places

Texas HHSC operation #1682127 · last checked against Texas Sep 15, 2026

Programs and services

From the Texas license. A dash means the state does not list it for this daycare.

Meals providedyes
Snacks providedyes
Before-school careyes
After-school careyes
Transportation to/from schoolyes
Drop-in careyes
Part-time careyes
Field tripsyes
Skill classesyes
Weekend carenot listed
Night carenot listed
Accreditednot listed
Accepts child care subsidiesyes

Inspection record

Every visit Texas has published, newest first. Visits with findings are shown in full; runs of clean visits are folded into one line. Findings are quoted from the inspector's report with the Texas risk level beside our severity.

2026
Jun 23, 2026 to Jul 16, 20268 inspections and 4 investigations
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- Jul 16, 2026 inspection
- Jul 16, 2026 inspection
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- Jul 16, 2026 inspection
- Jul 14, 2026 complaint investigation
- Jul 14, 2026 complaint investigation
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- Jul 14, 2026 complaint investigation
- Jun 23, 2026 inspection
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2025
Jun 26, 2025 to Nov 14, 20258 inspections and 4 investigations
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- Nov 14, 2025 inspection
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- Nov 14, 2025 inspection
- Nov 7, 2025 complaint investigation
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- Jun 26, 2025 inspection
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2024
Jun 3, 2024 to Aug 7, 20248 inspections and 12 investigations
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- Aug 7, 2024 inspection
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- Jul 29, 2024 complaint investigation
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- Jun 28, 2024 inspection
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- Jun 18, 2024 complaint investigation
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- Jun 3, 2024 complaint investigation
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Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
  The caregiver did not inform the pervious caregivers there was an incident on the playground between the children fighting over the bike in which she had to intervene.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(10).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
  The parent was never informed of the incident in which the parent observed the scratches on the child at pick up.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 6, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.307(c).
Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
  The caregiver did not inform the pervious caregivers there was an incident on the playground between the children fighting over the bike in which she had to intervene.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(10).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
  The parent was never informed of the incident in which the parent observed the scratches on the child at pick up.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 6, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.307(c).
Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
  The caregiver did not inform the pervious caregivers there was an incident on the playground between the children fighting over the bike in which she had to intervene.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(10).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
  The parent was never informed of the incident in which the parent observed the scratches on the child at pick up.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 6, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.307(c).
Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
  The caregiver did not inform the pervious caregivers there was an incident on the playground between the children fighting over the bike in which she had to intervene.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(10).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
  The parent was never informed of the incident in which the parent observed the scratches on the child at pick up.
  Corrected May 10, 2024, verified May 6, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.307(c).
2023
Sep 19, 2023 to Oct 10, 20238 inspections and 8 investigations
No findingsShowHide
- Oct 10, 2023 inspection
- Oct 10, 2023 inspection
- Oct 10, 2023 inspection
- Oct 10, 2023 inspection
- Oct 2, 2023 complaint investigation
- Oct 2, 2023 complaint investigation
- Oct 2, 2023 complaint investigation
- Oct 2, 2023 complaint investigation
- Sep 28, 2023 inspection
- Sep 28, 2023 inspection
- Sep 28, 2023 inspection
- Sep 28, 2023 inspection
- Sep 19, 2023 complaint investigation
- Sep 19, 2023 complaint investigation
- Sep 19, 2023 complaint investigation
- Sep 19, 2023 complaint investigation

Show 72 older visits, not counted above

Apr 19, 2023 to Jul 28, 202316 inspections and 8 investigations
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- Jul 28, 2023 inspection
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- Jul 27, 2023 complaint investigation
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- Jul 13, 2023 inspection
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- Jun 22, 2023 complaint investigation
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- May 25, 2023 inspection
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Apr 3, 2023Complaint investigation
Outcome pending
Apr 3, 2023Complaint investigation
Outcome pending
Apr 3, 2023Complaint investigation
Outcome pending
Apr 3, 2023Complaint investigation
Outcome pending
Jan 11, 2023 to Mar 29, 20238 inspections and 4 investigations
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- Mar 29, 2023 inspection
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- Mar 28, 2023 complaint investigation
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- Jan 11, 2023 inspection
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2022
Dec 20, 2022Inspection
No findings
Dec 20, 2022Assessment
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
  Based on the information gathered, the caregiver did not know how many kids she had in her care, and she was the only teacher present with students.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
  Based on the information gathered, a cap was missing on the playground.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4751(a).
Dec 20, 2022Assessment
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
  Based on the information gathered, the caregiver did not know how many kids she had in her care, and she was the only teacher present with students.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
  Based on the information gathered, a cap was missing on the playground.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4751(a).
Dec 20, 2022Inspection
No findings
Dec 20, 2022Assessment
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
  Based on the information gathered, the caregiver did not know how many kids she had in her care, and she was the only teacher present with students.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
  Based on the information gathered, a cap was missing on the playground.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4751(a).
Dec 20, 2022Inspection
No findings
Dec 20, 2022Assessment
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
  Based on the information gathered, the caregiver did not know how many kids she had in her care, and she was the only teacher present with students.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
  Based on the information gathered, a cap was missing on the playground.
  Corrected Dec 20, 2022, verified Dec 20, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4751(a).
Dec 20, 2022Inspection
No findings
Dec 17, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the child got bitten, and there was no incident reported to share with the parents.
  Corrected Jan 20, 2023, verified Jan 18, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.707.
Dec 17, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the child got bitten, and there was no incident reported to share with the parents.
  Corrected Jan 20, 2023, verified Jan 18, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.707.
Dec 17, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the child got bitten, and there was no incident reported to share with the parents.
  Corrected Jan 20, 2023, verified Jan 18, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.707.
Dec 17, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the child got bitten, and there was no incident reported to share with the parents.
  Corrected Jan 20, 2023, verified Jan 18, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.707.
Dec 7, 2022Complaint investigation
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Interference with an investigation
  During the investigation, the director interfered with the investigation when she suggested to a caregiver what she should say when the investigator questioned her.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.04412(a).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, the caregiver did not use good judgment when she used a ribbon to tie the child to her cot, which constricted the child from moving.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(1).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
  The center did not notify Child Care Regulation of an incident where the caregiver tied a child (non-verbal) up to keep her on her cot at nap time.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.305(a)(6).
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
  Based on the preponderance of the evidence, it is found that there is sufficient evidence that a caregiver physically abused a child in care.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(4).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, a caregiver did not have CPR, First Aid and additional trainings on file.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1315(a).
Dec 7, 2022Complaint investigation
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, the caregiver did not use good judgment when she used a ribbon to tie the child to her cot, which constricted the child from moving.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(1).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
  The center did not notify Child Care Regulation of an incident where the caregiver tied a child (non-verbal) up to keep her on her cot at nap time.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.305(a)(6).
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
  Based on the preponderance of the evidence, it is found that there is sufficient evidence that a caregiver physically abused a child in care.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(4).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Interference with an investigation
  During the investigation, the director interfered with the investigation when she suggested to a caregiver what she should say when the investigator questioned her.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.04412(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, a caregiver did not have CPR, First Aid and additional trainings on file.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1315(a).
Dec 7, 2022Complaint investigation
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, the caregiver did not use good judgment when she used a ribbon to tie the child to her cot, which constricted the child from moving.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(1).
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
  Based on the preponderance of the evidence, it is found that there is sufficient evidence that a caregiver physically abused a child in care.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(4).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Interference with an investigation
  During the investigation, the director interfered with the investigation when she suggested to a caregiver what she should say when the investigator questioned her.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.04412(a).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
  The center did not notify Child Care Regulation of an incident where the caregiver tied a child (non-verbal) up to keep her on her cot at nap time.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.305(a)(6).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, a caregiver did not have CPR, First Aid and additional trainings on file.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1315(a).
Dec 7, 2022Complaint investigation
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Interference with an investigation
  During the investigation, the director interfered with the investigation when she suggested to a caregiver what she should say when the investigator questioned her.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.04412(a).
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
  Based on the preponderance of the evidence, it is found that there is sufficient evidence that a caregiver physically abused a child in care.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(4).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, the caregiver did not use good judgment when she used a ribbon to tie the child to her cot, which constricted the child from moving.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1201(1).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
  The center did not notify Child Care Regulation of an incident where the caregiver tied a child (non-verbal) up to keep her on her cot at nap time.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.305(a)(6).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
  Based on the information gathered during the investigation, a caregiver did not have CPR, First Aid and additional trainings on file.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1315(a).
Nov 1, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the caregiver left the child outside on the operation's playground.
  Corrected Jan 10, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(4).
Nov 1, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the caregiver left the child outside on the operation's playground.
  Corrected Jan 10, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(4).
Nov 1, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the caregiver left the child outside on the operation's playground.
  Corrected Jan 10, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(4).
Nov 1, 2022Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
  Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the caregiver left the child outside on the operation's playground.
  Corrected Jan 10, 2023, verified Jan 11, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(4).
Sep 27, 2022 to Sep 28, 20224 inspections and 4 investigations
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- Sep 28, 2022 inspection
- Sep 28, 2022 inspection
- Sep 28, 2022 inspection
- Sep 28, 2022 inspection
- Sep 27, 2022 complaint investigation
- Sep 27, 2022 complaint investigation
- Sep 27, 2022 complaint investigation
- Sep 27, 2022 complaint investigation
2021
Oct 6, 2021 to Oct 6, 20214 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Oct 6, 2021 inspection
- Oct 6, 2021 inspection
- Oct 6, 2021 inspection
- Oct 6, 2021 inspection

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