Creative Care- Kempwood
Licensed child-care center in Houston, TX 77080 ยท Texas operation #1818423
Record summary
8 citations, none high-risk
No high-risk citations in the last 24 months (8 citations in all, from 8 inspections and 2 investigations); last inspection Sep 21, 2026.
0 of 8 citations were corrected while the inspector was there.
Counted from the state's records from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026. This is a count, not a grade: bigger centers get more visits, and one visit can produce several citations. How we summarize.
Details
- Address
- 9601 Kempwood Dr, Houston, TX 77080
- Phone
- (713) 462-8058
- Ages served
- Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, School age
- Hours
- Mon to Fri, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 163 children
- Child care subsidy
- Yes, accepts subsidies (such as Workforce Solutions CCS)
- Type
- Licensed child-care center
- Permit
- Full Permit since Oct 7, 2026
- Director
- Brenda Samuel
- Programs
- School Age Care, Before School Care, Accredited, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Drop-In Care, Part Time Care, Transportation to/from School, Field Trips
Texas age groups: infants are under 18 months, toddlers 18 months to 3 years, pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 years (age when the school year starts), school age 5 and older and in kindergarten or above. Openings and tuition are not in the state data: call to ask.
Inspection history, last 24 months
Sep 21, 2026: Inspection
2 citations.
Medium-high risk Areas children use must be kept free of safety hazards, such as uncovered electrical outlets, unprotected heaters or fans, or reachable water.
State rule 746.3701 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety - Areas Free From Hazards"
Inspector's note: There is a hanging cord in the outdoor playground area. A fallen branch was removed from the outdoor play area during the inspection.
Corrected Sep 28, 2026, verified by the state Sep 24, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Each child's file must hold an emergency contact.
State rule 746.605(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact"
Inspector's note: Five children files did not have a complete emergency contact.
Corrected Sep 28, 2026, verified by the state Sep 24, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Aug 24, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Aug 21, 2026: Investigation of a report
No citations.
Aug 10, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Jul 20, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Jul 16, 2026: Investigation of a report
No citations.
Mar 30, 2026: Inspection
1 citation.
Medium risk Medication no longer used must be returned to the parent or disposed of.
State rule 746.3809 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Medication No Longer Used"
Inspector's note: A child with allergies epi pen expired on 12.31.2025.
Corrected Apr 13, 2026, verified by the state Mar 31, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Jan 7, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Oct 6, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
Aug 25, 2025: Inspection
5 citations.
Medium-high risk Cribs must have snug-fitting sheets.
State rule 746.2409(a)(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets"
Inspector's note: Two observed cribs did not have a snug fitting sheet.
Corrected Sep 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 29, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk The building, grounds and equipment must be kept in good repair and clean.
State rule 746.3407 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment"
Inspector's note: The bottom of a wire fence is rusted and lifting up with sharp edges. Three of the outdoor swings are tearing and posing a hazard. Two of the outdoor bucket swings' straps need to be replaced.
Corrected Sep 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 29, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk A child with a diagnosed food allergy must have an emergency plan signed by the parent and a health-care professional.
State rule 746.3819 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional"
Inspector's note: Two reviewed child files did not have an allergy plan present.
Corrected Sep 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 29, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Play equipment taller than 5 feet needs at least nine inches of loose-fill surfacing (such as mulch) underneath.
State rule 746.4907(a)(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft."
Inspector's note: The loose fill under an outdoor climbing structure is 3.5 inches deep. The height of the climbing structure is over 5ft high.
Corrected Sep 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 29, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Low risk Employees and caregivers must meet the minimum qualifications, including the signed affidavit (Form 2912).
State rule 746.1105(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)"
Inspector's note: Two reviewed caregiver files did not have a pre employment affidavit.
Corrected Sep 8, 2025, verified by the state Aug 29, 2025.
What the risk levels mean
Texas gives every rule a weight from High to Low, based on the risk to children when it is broken. A citation is one rule found not met at one visit. How to read a Texas inspection report.
- High risk: breaking it can put a child in immediate danger (for example supervision, ratios, safe sleep, background checks, prohibited punishment).
- Medium-high risk: a real safety or health concern, but usually less immediate (for example hazards in a room, missing medical or allergy information, required training).
- Medium risk: important for health and safety over time (for example records, drills, equipment upkeep).
- Medium-low risk: mostly paperwork or reporting that supports safety.
- Low risk: administrative requirements with little direct risk to children.
Official record
The full record, including older history, is on the state's site: Creative Care- Kempwood on Search Texas Child Care. Texas operation #1818423.
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