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First Christian School

1601 Sunset Blvd, Houston, TX 77005 · Harris County

First Christian School is a licensed child care center in Houston, TX, licensed for up to 217 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2005. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 17 times and investigated 3 reports. Inspectors recorded 40 citations, 13 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (13 of 40). None of them came in the last 12 months. 2% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #765 of 882 centers in Houston and better than 3% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 3%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #765 of 882 centers in Houston
13High risk
22Medium High risk
4Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
1Low risk
40 citations from 17 inspections and 3 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 0 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 29, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 29, 2026 · Inspection · no citationSep 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundApr 3, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 24, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 6, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundOct 3, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 20, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 25, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJul 16, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 22, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 14, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 6, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 10, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundApr 20, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundApr 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 21, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundFeb 28, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundJan 26, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundOct 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 17, 2022 · Assessment · citation foundOct 15, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety13
Training & qualifications10
Other standards5
Staff ratios4
Sleep safety2
Health & medication2
Caregiver conduct1
Supervision1
Food & feeding1
Records & paperwork1

Citations, newest first

MediumSep 30, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
One caregiver was missing building and premises safety training.
Correction verified Oct 1, 2025
Medium HighSep 30, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
One caregiver was missing the following training: (1)Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma (2)Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Correction verified Oct 13, 2025
HighJan 13, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Corrections Made to Fire Inspection §746.5105
The operation has not made corrections to the violations listed on the most recent fire inspection.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2025
Medium HighJan 13, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age §746.2405(2)
During today's visit I observed two non walking eleven month old infants on mats.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2025
Medium HighJul 17, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets §746.2409(a)(2)
Snug fitting sheets are needed in cribs in one infant classroom.
Correction verified Jul 25, 2024
HighJul 17, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was observed with a group of 8 children ages 4-12 months old. The caregiver did not have an eligible background check. The caregiver was removed from the classroom during this inspection.
Correction verified Jul 25, 2024
HighJul 16, 2024Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Firearms, Hunting Knives, Bows and Arrows, Weapons Prohibited Unless Residence §746.3707(b)
Based on the information obtained during this investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support a firearm was brought into the operation.
Correction verified Aug 20, 2024
HighJul 16, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Based on the information obtained during this investigation, it was determined the director did not demonstrate good judgement when bringing a firearm into the building.
Correction verified Aug 20, 2024
MediumOct 9, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Two staff members need trainings in all special topics.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2023
Medium HighOct 9, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2023
HighOct 9, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Corrections Made to Fire Inspection §746.5105
All corrections made per the fire department have not been completed.
Correction verified Oct 11, 2023
Medium HighOct 9, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date §746.3805(b)(1)
Medication stored in its original container is needed for one child in care.
Correction verified Oct 19, 2023
LowOct 9, 2023InspectionOther standards
Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penalty §746.1317(a)(6)(B)
Training certificates were reviewed during this inspection and it was determined the director provided trainings to staff members. The operation received an administrative penalty on 10/12/2022, 04/04/2023, and 05/22/2023.
Correction verified Nov 9, 2023
Medium HighOct 9, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
One staff member needed training in the following topics: -Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. -Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). -Understanding early childhood brain development.
Correction verified Oct 16, 2023
HighJun 22, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. Repeated deficiencies in the areas of background checks and fire safety have occurred.
Correction verified Jul 6, 2023
Medium HighJun 22, 2023InspectionOther standards
Complying with Laws and Rules §746.201(9)
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
Correction verified Jul 7, 2023
Medium HighJun 22, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
Correction verified Jul 6, 2023
Medium HighJun 6, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2023
Medium HighJun 6, 2023InspectionOther standards
Complying with Laws and Rules §746.201(9)
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2023
HighJun 6, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. Repeated deficiencies in the areas of background checks and fire safety have occurred.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2023
Medium HighMay 22, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2023
Medium HighMay 22, 2023InspectionOther standards
Complying with Laws and Rules §746.201(9)
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2023
HighMay 22, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was observed outdoors with a group of 17 children. The caregiver did not have an eligible background check.
Correction verified May 26, 2023
HighMay 22, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. Repeated deficiencies in the areas of background checks and fire safety have occurred.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2023
HighMay 22, 2023InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages two-three years old was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated twelve children were present, however thirteen were counted in the room. A caregiver responsible for an outdoor group of children ages three-four years old was unaware of the number of children responsible for. The caregiver stated eight children, however nine were present.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2023
Medium HighMay 10, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection report.
Correction verified May 22, 2023
HighMay 10, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies in the areas of fire safety and background checks. Several follow ups were conducted due to the operations inability to maintain compliance.
Correction verified May 22, 2023
Medium HighApr 20, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection.
Correction verified May 10, 2023
MediumApr 4, 2023InspectionOther standards
Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age §746.4503(a)
One child was observed laying on a ripped nap mat.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection.
Correction verified Apr 20, 2023
HighApr 4, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver responsible for a group of nine children ages 12-23 months old was present without an eligible background check. A caregiver responsible for a group of 10 children ages 3-5 years old was present without an eligible background check. A caregiver responsible for a group of 12 children ages 12-23 months was present without an eligible background check.
Correction verified Apr 6, 2023
Medium HighMar 21, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection.
Correction verified Apr 4, 2023
Medium HighFeb 28, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation has not provided documentation of the most recent fire inspection.
Correction verified Mar 21, 2023
Medium HighJan 26, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation has not been able to provide documentation of the most recent fire inspection.
Correction verified Feb 28, 2023
Medium HighOct 12, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional §746.3819
Food allergy emergency plans are needed for two children in care.
Correction verified Dec 13, 2022
HighOct 12, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was observed caring for 11 children ages 3-5 years old. The operation had not received notice of eligibility.
Correction verified Oct 13, 2022
Medium HighOct 12, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection.
Correction verified Dec 14, 2022
Medium HighOct 12, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(4)(A)
Current Pediatric CPR/FIrst Aid training is needed for one staff member.
Correction verified Oct 28, 2022
Medium HighMay 17, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Designating Director §746.201(4)
The permit holder continues to fail at designating a qualified director for the operation as it pertains to minimum standard guidelines.
Correction verified Jun 3, 2022
MediumOct 15, 2021InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records - Admission Information §746.603(a)(2)
Ten children's records were reviewed and the following was determined: 5 of 10 needed emergency contact information. 3 of 10 needed food allergy action plans signed by the child's physician and parent/guardian.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity217 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceApr 28, 2005
DirectorKaylen Lewis
Phone7135268125
State operation #848336

Common questions

Does First Christian School take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are First Christian School’s hours?

7 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does First Christian School accept child care subsidies?

Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.

Has First Christian School had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 13 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jan 13, 2025: “Corrections Made to Fire Inspection.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does First Christian School compare with other daycares in Houston?

It is tied for #765 of 882 centers in Houston by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 3% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was First Christian School last inspected?

Sep 29, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

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 848336 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.