A Childs Garden Daycare and Learning Center LLC

An ant nest over a foot in length was found against the wall in the operation's front play area.

During the inspection, it was found that one of the dirvers for the operation had not completed their annual transportation training.

During the inspection outlets accessible to children in both the two-year old class and three-year old class were not covered by child safety covers. The Director did immediately locate new outlet covers to cover the outlets when the issue was brought to her attention.

The operation's back building suffered major damage during a January 2026 winter storm that rendered the building unsafe for human occupation. The operation did not report this until late February of 2026. The operation has now permanently closed the building.

Based on information obtained during a DFPS investigation it was determined that children in care were abused by daycare staff. It was determined that multiple children in care had photos obtained and utilized to create explicit content.

Based on information obtained during a DFPS investigation it was determined that the owner blatantly disregarded the safety of the children by allowing children to be exposed to an unsafe person.

Based on information obtained during a DFPS investigation it was determined that the director of the operation had knowledge of concerning behavior by a staff person and continued with that person's employment, even going so far as to rehire them after terminating them previously.

This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation an found deficient. A child received medical attention by a health care professional when dirt was accidentally thrown into the child's eyes. The operation did not report the incident within the required time-frame.

The child safety alarm was not working properly at the time of inspection.

The operation has not reported the total number of employees that left the operation for the previous year.

An employee did not wash their hands after changing a young child's diaper.

A caregiver used a baby wipe to clean an eight-month-olds hands after a diaper change.

The operation has not provided CPR and first aid training for two caregivers.

Two caregivers present and observed caring for infants during inspection did not have current first aid and CPR.

A caregiver who transports children did not have the required 2 hour annual trainings.

A vehicle used to transport children did not contain a fire extinguisher.

Two caregiver records did not have documentation of completed orientation.

Based on observations made during inspection and information gathered, a four year old child was observed separated from the group for more than four minutes.

The primary infant caregiver that has been employed for over 90 days does not have the required 24 hours of pre-service.

The operation was recited for not properly following the requirements of the corrective action.

One child's record was missing the following immunizations: 2 DTAP, 1 HepB, 1 Polio, 2 PCV, and 1 Hib.

Two caregivers present and observed caring for infants during inspection did not have current first aid and CPR.

A classroom with a specified age group of 12-17 months, is being used as a passageway to the outside area.

Caregiver in the Infant A class served a child sitting at the table a snack on the bare table.

The permit holder/director has failed to maintain consistent compliance with the minimum standards.

During inspection, an infant classroom was observed using wading pools during water activities. There were seven infants observed, with the youngest being ten months old, and three caregivers present.

The permit holder/director has failed to maintain consistent compliance with the minimum standards.

During corrective action evaluation, the operation has not met transition log requirements or observation requirements as set by CCR Inspector and Supervisor.

Based on external documentation reviewed and information gathered during inspection, the director has not been maintaining attendance.

Based on information gathered during the investigation, the director/permit holder has been separating children from the group for more than one minute per age.

Based on information gathered during the investigation, the operation's staff and director have been taking children through an unlicensed space, into the director's office for separation when "acting out." The space presents a number of hazards to the children. There is broken tile through the entrance to the space and building materials.

Infant A and Toddler classroom's were both observed to have infants in seats without using the safety straps.

Two children at the operation do not have updated immunization records on file.

One caregiver supervising children in the infant room does not have documentation of pre-service trainings completed

An child in the Infant B classrooms was observed in one restrictive device for more than 20 minutes.

One child at the operation does not have hearing and vision results on file.

One caregiver is missing the following required topics: Emergency preparedness; Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; Understanding building and physical premises safety, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

One children does not have hearing and vision results on file.

The operation has three children records that do not have signed statements of policies received on file.

Two infant feeding plans have not be signed and updated as required.

The operation was observed using a YouTube video with visual aid during nap time in a multiple classroom space.

An 18 month old child in the Three's classroom does not have admission information on file at the operation.

A caregiver in the Two's class was observed not washing their hands following diapering. A caregiver in the Pre-K classroom was observed not washing their hands prior to handing food.

The operation did not notify regulations of changes to the infant room.

Infants and Toddlers were observed being placed at a table to eat snack, without hand washing.

The one has one child has been enrolled at the operation over one year without a health statement. Another child's admission packet health statement section was completed.

Two infant's written feeding plan have not been signed and updated by a parent/guardian.

The Infant II/ Toddler classroom had a specified age group of 12-17 months with six children in care and one caregiver.

Caregiver in the mixed group classroom did not know how many children were in care, after transitioning from the restroom.

One infant's written feeding plan has not been signed by a parent/guardian.

Based on information gathered during inspection and external documentation reviewed, the operations infants have not been allowed time for outdoor play.

The operation has one crib that does not have documentation showing manufacturer type.

The operation has not been carrying a list of children being transported.

Promotion of Physical Activity, section has not been added to the operational polices.

Three children records do not have immunization records on file.

The operation's one year old classroom specified age group was 12 - 17 months. There was one caregiver and seven children present. CI: The person in charge placed another caregiver in the classroom during inspection.

One child at the operation is missing the following immunizations: 1 PCV and 1 DTAP.

Two infants in the one year old classroom were observed sleeping in their play yard with training cups in their mouth. CI: The caregiver removed both cups during inspection.