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Dewitt-Lavaca Early Headstart

12 critical, 40 serious, 4 minor findings across 60 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent critical finding: Oct 14, 2025.

813 Culpepper St., Yoakum, TX 77995 · (361) 212-3642

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At a glance

Safety · last 36 monthsStatewide licensed centers, n=9,617

Critical findings12 critical, 40 serious, 4 minor across 48 inspections and 12 investigations (60 visits). Most recent critical: Oct 14, 2025.

Critical12 vs median 4

55% of centers have at least one

Serious40 vs median 8

75% of centers have at least one

QualitySince 2018Full Permit

Practical7:45a–3:15pMon–Fri · Infant to pre-k · 48 places

Texas HHSC operation #1665634- 11191 · 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 carenot listed
After-school carenot listed
Transportation to/from schoolnot listed
Drop-in carenot listed
Part-time carenot listed
Field tripsnot listed
Skill classesnot listed
Weekend carenot listed
Night carenot listed
Accreditednot listed
Accepts child care subsidiesnot listed

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
Apr 15, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  One infant lacked an infant feeding instructions.
  Corrected Apr 17, 2026, verified Apr 15, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
Apr 15, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  One infant lacked an infant feeding instructions.
  Corrected Apr 17, 2026, verified Apr 15, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
Apr 15, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  One infant lacked an infant feeding instructions.
  Corrected Apr 17, 2026, verified Apr 15, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
Apr 15, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  One infant lacked an infant feeding instructions.
  Corrected Apr 17, 2026, verified Apr 15, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
2025
Oct 21, 2025 to Oct 27, 20254 inspections and 4 investigations
No findingsShowHide
- Oct 27, 2025 inspection
- Oct 27, 2025 inspection
- Oct 27, 2025 inspection
- Oct 27, 2025 inspection
- Oct 21, 2025 self-reported incident
- Oct 21, 2025 self-reported incident
- Oct 21, 2025 self-reported incident
- Oct 21, 2025 self-reported incident
Oct 14, 2025Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
  The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file.
  Corrected Oct 24, 2025, verified Oct 23, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5101(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
  Four out of six employee files evaluated lacked current SIDS/Shaken Baby training.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(d).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  There is an opening on the playground between the ground and the lattice in which children may crawl through. In addition, one board on the walk way is detached and lifted up, posing a hazard.
  Corrected Oct 20, 2025, verified Oct 27, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Products- Annual Certification
  The children's product safety recall list had not been certified within the past year.
  Corrected Oct 15, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4135(b).
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
  Three out of six employee files evaluated lacked a pre employment affidavit on file.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901(5).
Oct 14, 2025Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
  The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file.
  Corrected Oct 24, 2025, verified Oct 23, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5101(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
  Four out of six employee files evaluated lacked current SIDS/Shaken Baby training.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(d).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  There is an opening on the playground between the ground and the lattice in which children may crawl through. In addition, one board on the walk way is detached and lifted up, posing a hazard.
  Corrected Oct 20, 2025, verified Oct 27, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Products- Annual Certification
  The children's product safety recall list had not been certified within the past year.
  Corrected Oct 15, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4135(b).
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
  Three out of six employee files evaluated lacked a pre employment affidavit on file.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901(5).
Oct 14, 2025Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
  The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file.
  Corrected Oct 24, 2025, verified Oct 23, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5101(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
  Four out of six employee files evaluated lacked current SIDS/Shaken Baby training.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(d).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Products- Annual Certification
  The children's product safety recall list had not been certified within the past year.
  Corrected Oct 15, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4135(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  There is an opening on the playground between the ground and the lattice in which children may crawl through. In addition, one board on the walk way is detached and lifted up, posing a hazard.
  Corrected Oct 20, 2025, verified Oct 27, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
  Three out of six employee files evaluated lacked a pre employment affidavit on file.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901(5).
Oct 14, 2025Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
  The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file.
  Corrected Oct 24, 2025, verified Oct 23, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5101(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Products- Annual Certification
  The children's product safety recall list had not been certified within the past year.
  Corrected Oct 15, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4135(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  There is an opening on the playground between the ground and the lattice in which children may crawl through. In addition, one board on the walk way is detached and lifted up, posing a hazard.
  Corrected Oct 20, 2025, verified Oct 27, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
  Four out of six employee files evaluated lacked current SIDS/Shaken Baby training.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(d).
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
  Three out of six employee files evaluated lacked a pre employment affidavit on file.
  Corrected Oct 17, 2025, verified Oct 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901(5).
Jul 22, 2025 to Aug 19, 20258 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Aug 19, 2025 inspection
- Aug 19, 2025 inspection
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- Aug 19, 2025 inspection
- Jul 22, 2025 inspection
- Jul 22, 2025 inspection
- Jul 22, 2025 inspection
- Jul 22, 2025 inspection
Jul 18, 2025Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Based upon preponderance of evidence gathered it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline, by throwing a tablet, which resulted in a child being struck.
  Corrected Aug 15, 2025, verified Aug 19, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
Jul 18, 2025Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Based upon preponderance of evidence gathered it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline, by throwing a tablet, which resulted in a child being struck.
  Corrected Aug 15, 2025, verified Aug 19, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
Jul 18, 2025Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Based upon preponderance of evidence gathered it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline, by throwing a tablet, which resulted in a child being struck.
  Corrected Aug 15, 2025, verified Aug 19, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
Jul 18, 2025Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Based upon preponderance of evidence gathered it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline, by throwing a tablet, which resulted in a child being struck.
  Corrected Aug 15, 2025, verified Aug 19, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
Mar 13, 2025 to May 29, 202516 inspections and 4 investigations
No findingsShowHide
- May 29, 2025 inspection
- May 29, 2025 inspection
- May 29, 2025 inspection
- May 29, 2025 inspection
- May 22, 2025 inspection
- May 22, 2025 inspection
- May 22, 2025 inspection
- May 22, 2025 inspection
- May 20, 2025 complaint investigation
- May 20, 2025 complaint investigation
- May 20, 2025 complaint investigation
- May 20, 2025 complaint investigation
- Apr 22, 2025 inspection
- Apr 22, 2025 inspection
- Apr 22, 2025 inspection
- Apr 22, 2025 inspection
- Mar 13, 2025 inspection
- Mar 13, 2025 inspection
- Mar 13, 2025 inspection
- Mar 13, 2025 inspection
Feb 28, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Report Change in Director
  The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation there was a change in director.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(a)(4).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
  The employee list was last validated 9-3-24.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.651(2)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
  Children did not have drinking water available during outdoor play.
  Corrected Feb 28, 2025, verified Mar 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3301(f)(1).
Feb 28, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
  Children did not have drinking water available during outdoor play.
  Corrected Feb 28, 2025, verified Mar 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3301(f)(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
  The employee list was last validated 9-3-24.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.651(2)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Report Change in Director
  The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation there was a change in director.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(a)(4).
Feb 28, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Report Change in Director
  The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation there was a change in director.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(a)(4).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
  Children did not have drinking water available during outdoor play.
  Corrected Feb 28, 2025, verified Mar 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3301(f)(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
  The employee list was last validated 9-3-24.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.651(2)(A).
Feb 28, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
  The employee list was last validated 9-3-24.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.651(2)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
  Children did not have drinking water available during outdoor play.
  Corrected Feb 28, 2025, verified Mar 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3301(f)(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Report Change in Director
  The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation there was a change in director.
  Corrected Mar 3, 2025, verified Feb 28, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(a)(4).
2024
May 2, 2024 to May 2, 20244 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- May 2, 2024 inspection
- May 2, 2024 inspection
- May 2, 2024 inspection
- May 2, 2024 inspection
Apr 23, 2024Inspection
4 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  Purell sanitation wipes were observed on the ground in two bathrooms. Note: This was corrected when the wipes were stored out of the reach of the children.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
  The operational policies lacked information regarding children with special needs.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(30).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
  The operational policies lacked the criteria that will be used to determine if weather is appropriate for outdoor play.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(18)(F).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  The gate on the playground had an opening large enough for a small child to fit through.
  Corrected Apr 30, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
Apr 23, 2024Inspection
4 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  Purell sanitation wipes were observed on the ground in two bathrooms. Note: This was corrected when the wipes were stored out of the reach of the children.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
  The operational policies lacked the criteria that will be used to determine if weather is appropriate for outdoor play.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(18)(F).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  The gate on the playground had an opening large enough for a small child to fit through.
  Corrected Apr 30, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
  The operational policies lacked information regarding children with special needs.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(30).
Apr 23, 2024Inspection
4 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  Purell sanitation wipes were observed on the ground in two bathrooms. Note: This was corrected when the wipes were stored out of the reach of the children.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  The gate on the playground had an opening large enough for a small child to fit through.
  Corrected Apr 30, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
  The operational policies lacked the criteria that will be used to determine if weather is appropriate for outdoor play.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(18)(F).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
  The operational policies lacked information regarding children with special needs.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(30).
Apr 23, 2024Inspection
4 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  Purell sanitation wipes were observed on the ground in two bathrooms. Note: This was corrected when the wipes were stored out of the reach of the children.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
  The operational policies lacked the criteria that will be used to determine if weather is appropriate for outdoor play.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(18)(F).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  The gate on the playground had an opening large enough for a small child to fit through.
  Corrected Apr 30, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3701.
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
  The operational policies lacked information regarding children with special needs.
  Corrected Apr 25, 2024, verified May 2, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(30).

Show 12 older visits, not counted above

2023
Apr 28, 2023 to May 10, 20238 inspections
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- Apr 28, 2023 inspection
2022
Mar 1, 2022 to Mar 1, 20224 inspections
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- Mar 1, 2022 inspection
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- Mar 1, 2022 inspection

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