Listed family homeLicensed

Amanda Drone

12 critical findings across 24 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent critical finding: Apr 10, 2026.

11888 Cooks Lake Rd, Lumberton, TX 77657 · (403) 377-3366

Listed family homes are registered with Texas but not inspected on a schedule, so a short record here does not mean a clean one.

At a glance

Inspection record · 36 monthsStatewide licensed centers, n=9,617

Critical findings12 critical, 0 serious, 0 minor across 12 inspections and 12 investigations (24 visits). Most recent critical: Apr 10, 2026.

Critical12 vs median 4

55% of centers have at least one

Serious0 vs median 8

75% of centers have at least one

LicenseSince 2026Listed

Practical7a–7pMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun · Infant to pre-k · Licensed capacity 3

Texas HHSC operation #1793851 · last checked against Texas Sep 16, 2026

Budget & timing

Tuition & openings

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When can my child start?

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Programs and services

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Meals providedListed
Snacks providedListed
Before-school careNot listed
After-school careNot listed
Transportation to/from schoolNot listed
Drop-in careListed
Part-time careListed
Field tripsNot listed
Skill classesNot listed
Weekend careListed
Night careNot listed
AccreditedNot listed
Accepts child care subsidiesNot accepted

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Inspection record

Visits available in our Texas data, 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.

Inspection history is one input into your decision, not a guarantee of safety or a rating of care quality. How to read this record.

2026
Apr 10, 2026Assessment
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  An inspection was conducted on 4/3/2026. The home had 2 unrelated children in care. The home signed a safety plan 12/19/25 which stated the home would cease operation until permit is issued. This deficiency is being cited due to the home's failure to abide by the safety plan.
  Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified Apr 13, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Apr 10, 2026Assessment
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  An inspection was conducted on 4/3/2026. The home had 2 unrelated children in care. The home signed a safety plan 12/19/25 which stated the home would cease operation until permit is issued. This deficiency is being cited due to the home's failure to abide by the safety plan.
  Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified Apr 13, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Apr 10, 2026Assessment
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  An inspection was conducted on 4/3/2026. The home had 2 unrelated children in care. The home signed a safety plan 12/19/25 which stated the home would cease operation until permit is issued. This deficiency is being cited due to the home's failure to abide by the safety plan.
  Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified Apr 13, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Apr 10, 2026Assessment
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  An inspection was conducted on 4/3/2026. The home had 2 unrelated children in care. The home signed a safety plan 12/19/25 which stated the home would cease operation until permit is issued. This deficiency is being cited due to the home's failure to abide by the safety plan.
  Corrected Apr 10, 2026, verified Apr 13, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Mar 19, 2026 to Mar 19, 20264 inspections
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- Mar 19, 2026 inspection
- Mar 19, 2026 inspection
- Mar 19, 2026 inspection
2025
Dec 29, 2025 to Dec 29, 20254 inspections
No findingsShowHide
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- Dec 29, 2025 inspection
Dec 15, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Ms. Drone is providing care for 3 unrelated children for compensation, Monday to Friday.from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Dec 15, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Ms. Drone is providing care for 3 unrelated children for compensation, Monday to Friday.from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Dec 15, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Ms. Drone is providing care for 3 unrelated children for compensation, Monday to Friday.from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Dec 15, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Ms. Drone is providing care for 3 unrelated children for compensation, Monday to Friday.from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Dec 11, 2025Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Care is being provided in the home for 3 unrelated children on a regular basis for compensation
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Dec 11, 2025Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Care is being provided in the home for 3 unrelated children on a regular basis for compensation
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Dec 11, 2025Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Care is being provided in the home for 3 unrelated children on a regular basis for compensation
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
Dec 11, 2025Complaint investigation
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Illegal Operation - Not Listed
  Care is being provided in the home for 3 unrelated children on a regular basis for compensation
  Corrected Dec 15, 2025, verified Dec 29, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard HRC42.052(c).
2024
Feb 28, 2024 to Feb 28, 20244 investigations
No findingsShowHide
- Feb 28, 2024 complaint investigation
- Feb 28, 2024 complaint investigation
- Feb 28, 2024 complaint investigation
- Feb 28, 2024 complaint investigation

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