Sunshine House
Sunshine House is a licensed child care center in Little Elm, TX, licensed for up to 257 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2008. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 22 times and investigated 8 reports. Inspectors recorded 15 citations, 7 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (4 of 15). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 7% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 19 centers in Little Elm and better than 45% of licensed centers statewide.
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The fire inspection has expired since January 2026.
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, a caregiver employed inappropriate disciplinary measures against a child.
It was concluded, based on information gathered during the investigation, that the director failed to inform CCR Licensing regarding the incident that occurred on February 14, 2025.
Based on information obtained during an investigation, it was determined that caregivers did not adequately supervise the children, maintaining both auditory and visual awareness of their activities to guarantee their safety and to remain informed about each child's ongoing actions.
It was concluded, based on information gathered during the investigation, that the director failed to inform the parents regarding the incident that occurred on February 14, 2025.
Six out of ten caregivers hired after September 2023 were missing Form 2912.
One child was missing information related to special care needs, as well as consent for transportation, water activities, and field trips.
Two out of ten immunization records were not up to date.
Based on the findings from the investigation, it is concluded that a caregiver failed to actively supervise the children while they were using the restroom and did not intervene to ensure their safety, including that of the victim.
Verification of the monthly inspection of the active play space and equipment was not available during the inspection.
During the investigation conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services, Physical Abuse was found at the operation.
During the playground inspection, it was discovered that the water play table was filled with water and leaves. In response, the caregiver took immediate action and proceeded to drain the water table, effectively resolving the issue. Pictures were taken.
The emergency preparedness plan was missing a statement regarding 1)How children will be evacuated or relocated to the designated safe area or alternate shelter, including specific procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments 2) How your staff will continue to care for the children until each child has been released, and 3)How you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted.
One caregiver is currently pending First Aid and CPR training
There were not enough available toys in the toddler class during a child led activity. Children were observed fighting over the limited amount of toys of available to them during the activity.This was observed through video obtained during the course of the investigation.
About this center
Common questions
Does Sunshine House take infants?
Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.
What are Sunshine House’s hours?
6:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.
Does Sunshine House accept child care subsidies?
Yes, according to its state licensing record.
Has Sunshine House had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 7 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Mar 5, 2026: “Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does Sunshine House compare with other daycares in Little Elm?
It is #12 of 19 centers in Little Elm by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 45% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was Sunshine House last inspected?
Apr 23, 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 887142 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.