Crosby Christian Academy
Crosby Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Crosby, TX, licensed for up to 274 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2004. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 42 times and investigated 23 reports. Inspectors recorded 49 citations, 18 of them high-risk, most often for health & medication (9 of 49). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 12% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 9 centers in Crosby and better than 22% of licensed centers statewide.
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Based on the preponderance of evidence, the operation is not in compliance. The caregiver yelled at the child and pulled the child by the arm.
An employee's last day of employment was March 16, 2026. The employee's background check was not marked inactive within the required seven-day period following the employee separation from the operation.
The incident report was shared with the parent after the investigation initiation inspection and not when the incident occurred.
The operation was unable to provide a signed copy of the incident report.
During the inspection it was observed that the school age children were using their personal devices for screen time. They were playing games, watching videos, and scrolling through personal photos, none of which were related to planned activities that met educational goals.
Under the sink in the pre-k room, cleaning supplies were made accessible to children in care.The operation staff removed the cleaning supplies from under the sink until the lock can be added back to secure access.
Based on the investigation information obtained a two year old was left unattended on a playground.
Based on DFPS information obtained, a caregiver did not demonstrate competency and self-control when addressing a child displaying challenging behavior.
Based on DFPS information obtained, a caregiver grabbed a child by their necklace and shoved the child inappropriately on their back.
The operational policies were incomplete and/or lacked all the required information.
Two caregivers did not have the required 24 clock hours of annual training.
There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies. This was corrected at the inspection. A plan to handle transportation emergencies was created.
Three fire extinguisher on the operation buses last maintenance service was December 2022.
The operational policies were incomplete and/or lacked all the required information, reference standard 746.501. The operational policies lacked and/or required clarity 747.501 (9,18,26,28 and 30)
Two caregivers did not have the required 24 clock hours of annual training
Director did not have an active background check.The director submitted the background check during the inspection.
The required annual training on the following topics had not been completed by Director. The required training topics are 1. emergency preparedness 2. communicable diseases to include immunizations 3. administering medication 4. preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction 5. building and physical premises safety and 6. handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
Director did not have current CPR and first aid certificate. The certificate on file expired 4/2024
Three play structures did not meet the appropriate perimeter use zone.
In Pre-School Room 3-1, it was found that screentime was being used during snack time. This was corrected when the screen was turned off and the children moved to the table for snack.
During a walk though of the classrooms, documentation showing the children's ages for the Pre-K 3 room was not available for the substitute caregivers. This was corrected when a classroom roster was brought into the room for the substitute caregivers.
In the Toddler 2-2 classroom, there were sippy cups with no name labels.
Based on the information obtained for the investigation, a copy of an incident report regarding their child was not obtained within 48 hours of the incident.
Based on information gathered for the investigation, it was found that a caregiver left a 2-year-old unaccounted for outside with the pre-k 3 year old classroom while the 2-year-old class was transitioning inside from the playground.
It was found that a child was left alone and unsupervised in a classroom for about 5 minutes.
In the pre-k 3 restroom, cleaning supplies located on a shelving unit were made easily accessible to children in care. This was corrected when the cleaning supplies were removed from the shelving unit.
Cabinets were missing knobs on them, children had access to chemicals under the cabinet. Corrected: When the director and caregivers removed the chemicals from under the cabinet. In the infant building they had plug covers over the plugs. They sink area has been coved. In the school age classroom for 1st grade they has been a cover over the missing carpet. On the playground they were broken horse and other toys. Corrected: When the caregiver and director throw them away.
Three caregivers and the director that transport did not have information on their transportation training taken, the date or hours on the training.
On the play structure they were screws where children can get entangle on.
The operation did not have an updated fire inspection, the last inspection was done on 7/12/2023.
The operation did not make a report to licensing when a caregiver did not know a child left the classroom and came to the front office, the incident happen on April 25, 2023.
The top of some toilets did not have covers or the toilet cover was broken or to small for the toilet were children would be able to place their hand in the top of the toilet. Cabinets were missing knobs on them, children had access to chemicals under the cabinet. In the infant building they were not any plug covers over the plugs. The classrooms were not ready for infants to use, some rooms did not have cribs and toys were still in the box. They was a hole on the side of the sink and wall in the school age classroom for 4th and 5th grade. In the school age classroom for 1st grade parts of the carpet is missing. On the playground they were broken horse toys.
Two caregivers in the toddler classroom did not have any information on receiving pre-service training .
Two caregivers in the toddler classroom did not have information on receiving orientation.
A caregiver did not wash her hands after wiping the nose of a child in care. Once reminded, the caregiver washed her hands.
It was found that electrical outlets were accessible to children in the 3 year old classroom. Once reminded, the caregiver ensured that the outlets were covered in the classroom.
It was found that the diaper changing table pad has cracks and tears in the infant room.
During the inspection it was observed that there is not enough mulch to the proper depth.
It was found that two children were left in the classroom when the fire alarm went off.
Based on the information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient evidence to support that the staff did not use good judgement as they did not verify all of the children had left the classroom by checking the classroom and doing a head count as they left the room.
Two out of ten caregiver files reviewed is missing the transportation training.
One out of ten child records reviewed is missing the health statement on file.
One caregiver was present counted in ratio without a valid background check. Note: Caregiver left the building.
After reviewing the surveillance video it was found that the director used inappropriate discipline practices on a child.
Based on information obtained during the investigation inspection and interviews, there is sufficient evidence to conclude that the operation did not report the incident to licensing.
Last gas inspecction was conducted on 01/06/2020.
Last fire inspection was conducucted in 10/09/2020.
During the time of inspection a child was being changed on a floor play area.
During the time of inspection a child was being changed and caregiver did not use a smooth, non absorbent mat, or diaper changing table.
About this center
Common questions
Does Crosby Christian Academy take infants?
Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.
What are Crosby Christian Academy’s hours?
6 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.
Does Crosby Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes, according to its state licensing record.
How much does Crosby Christian Academy cost?
Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Crosby Christian Academy for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Gulf Coast area, which includes Crosby, is $42.60 a day for infants, $40.80 a day for toddlers and $39.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).
Has Crosby Christian Academy had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 18 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on May 11, 2026: “Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does Crosby Christian Academy compare with other daycares in Crosby?
It is #6 of 9 centers in Crosby by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 22% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was Crosby Christian Academy last inspected?
Aug 6, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.
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Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.
To see the official record, search operation 839909 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.