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Little Me Academy

332 Broadway, Winnie, TX 77665 · Chambers County
20 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Little Me Academy is a licensed child care center in Winnie, TX, licensed for up to 19 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2022. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 19 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 97 citations, 20 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (17 of 97). 89 citations came in the last 12 months, including 20 high-risk. 2% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 5 centers in Winnie and in the bottom 1% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 0%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#5 of 5 centers in Winnie
20High risk
42Medium High risk
33Medium risk
2Medium Low risk
0Low risk
97 citations from 19 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 89 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 3, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 17, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 22, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 21, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 22, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 25, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 25, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundOct 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundOct 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 22, 2025 · Assessment · citation foundOct 23, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 8, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 16, 2022 · Inspection · no citationSep 29, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundAug 24, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 18, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJun 21, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications17
Records & paperwork15
Building & playground safety14
Other standards12
Staff ratios11
Supervision9
Health & medication8
Food & feeding6
Sleep safety3
Caregiver conduct2

Citations, newest first

MediumSep 3, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
The operation continues to be deficient with director annual training hours. The director had 0 out of 30 annual training hours available for review.
Correction verified Sep 22, 2026
Medium HighSep 3, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR §746.1315(b)
The operation continues to be deficient with pediatric CPR training. One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric CPR training.
Correction verified Sep 22, 2026
Medium HighSep 3, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
The operation continues to be deficient with pediatric first aid training. One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric first aid training.
Correction verified Sep 22, 2026
MediumSep 3, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors §746.801(10)
The operation continues to be deficient with safety drills. The operation did not have current safety documentation for fire drills, fire extinguishers and smoke detector. Note: The last drill was documented on 6/24/2026.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
MediumSep 3, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
The operation continues to be deficient with caregiver annual training hours. Two caregivers who are accessible to children do not have any of the required annual training hours.
Correction verified Sep 22, 2026
Medium HighAug 17, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric first aid training.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
Medium HighAug 17, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR §746.1315(b)
One caregiver who have access to children and who have been employed for more than two years do not have current pediatric CPR training.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
MediumAug 17, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
The director had 0 out of 30 annual training hours available for review.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
MediumAug 17, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products- Annual Certification §746.4135(b)
The director's product certificaiton has been expired for over a year. The last certification was taken on 6/21/22.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
Medium HighAug 17, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The half wall-door to the infant classroom had a sharp piece of piece wood that is accessible to children. The portable infant sink inside the infant classroom is in broken and in need repair.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
HighAug 17, 2026InspectionCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
A child was observed sleeping on the bare floor and not a mat/cot.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
MediumAug 17, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
Two caregivers did not have proof of education available for review.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
HighAug 17, 2026InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
The director was observed going to her vehicle and left the children inside the center alone. Note: When I exited the vehicle and entered the building, the director was the only staff person present at that time.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
MediumAug 17, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors §746.801(10)
The operation did not have current safety documentation for fire drills, fire extinguishers and smoke detector. Note: The last drill was documented on 6/24/2026.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
Medium HighAug 17, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing Before Eating §746.3417(1)
Children were observed sitting down for lunch and not washing their hands. Note: This was corrected when the director was informed that the children had not washed their hands. The caregivers guided the children to the restroom to wash hands.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
MediumAug 17, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
Two caregivers who are accessible to children do not have any of the required annual training hours.
Correction verified Sep 3, 2026
Medium HighJun 22, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
The sanitation inspection expired 6/7/2026. NOTE: A new permit was filed and submitted 6/8/26
Correction verified Jun 30, 2026
MediumJun 22, 2026InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities §746.2207(c)(1)
Upon arrival, 1 child in care was observed on a screen time devices. NOTE: According to the director, the child had recently turned on the device prior to CCR's entry into the facility. NOTE: This was corrected when the child powered off the device and put it away.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJun 22, 2026InspectionOther standards
Pest Extermination §746.3427
The operation continues to be deficient by not having a current pest control treatment. NOTE: Two german roaches were observed to be living and crawling on the front desk and door leading to the infant room.
Correction verified Jun 29, 2026
Medium HighJun 8, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns §746.3301(b)
Lunch served was not observed to follow the USDA Meal Patterns. Children were given milk at the end of lunch.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
Medium HighJun 8, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System §746.631(a)
The sign in and out log was reviewed. Three children present were not observed to be signed in.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
HighJun 8, 2026InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
The director was observed leaving their group unspervised multiple times to get and prepare lunch items.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
Medium HighJun 8, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play §746.3301(f)(1)
Drinking water was not observed to be avialable during lunch time.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
MediumJun 8, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
2 caregivers recently hired still did not have documentation of pre-employment affidavit
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
HighJun 8, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
Based on the deficneices cited and recited, the operation is still not in compliance
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
Medium HighJun 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
The sanitation inspection expired 6/7/2026. NOTE: A new permit was filed and submitted 6/8/26
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
MediumJun 8, 2026InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities §746.2207(c)(1)
Upon arrival, 3 of the 8 children in care of the director were observed on screen time devices. NOTE: According to the director, the children just started to use them shortly before CCR's arrival. The director stated the children were waiting and preparing for lunch
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
Medium HighJun 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
During the inspection, 2 german roaches were observed to be living and crawing on the front deask and door leading to the infant room.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
MediumJun 8, 2026InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate §746.2207(c)(2)
Upon arrival a 2 yr old was observed watching videos on Youtube
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
MediumJun 8, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions §746.3313(1)
The posted menu was not reflective of the food served. The menu only stated fish sticks and mixed vegetables. Acoording to the directo, children would be served, fish sticks, mixed vegetables, and peaches. Children were observed to be served pears.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns §746.3301(b)
Lunch served was not observed to follow the USDA Meal Patterns. Children were served a fish stick, chex mix and some were given wheat things. No fruits or vegetables were served. CHildren who were given milk wree given approximately 2-3 oz of milk. One child was observed to be given Simply lemonade and other was observed drinking Crush soda
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
HighMay 21, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
A caregiver present and in care of children was not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked the caregiver stated they didn't know and that they were just "a helper"
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space §746.2909(3)
Nap sacks were not observed to be properly arranged to give space between each nap sack and walking room without havingi to step over children.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
A caregiver present and in care of children was not aware of the ages of children in their care. When asked the caregiver stated they didn't know and that they were just "a helper"
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
HighMay 21, 2026InspectionOther standards
AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity §746.201(11)
The operation was observed to be over capacity during the inspection. There were 21 children were observed to be present. NOTE: 5 children were observed to leave before the end of the inspection.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
MediumMay 21, 2026InspectionOther standards
Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age §746.4503(a)
One child was not observed to have a mat or cot during naptime.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
MediumMay 21, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions §746.3313(1)
The posted menu was not reflective of the food served. The menu stated smotherd pork chops, mashed potates, green beans, and strawberries. Children were observed to be served fish sticks, and Chex Mix. Some were served wheat thins as well.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
During the inspection. a children was observed playing with the plug of a television
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
The infant caregiver was observed to be overratio. There were 6 children with one caregiver 14-23 months. The specified age group was 12-17 months. The caregiver was overratio by 1.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
HighMay 21, 2026InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
A caregiver was observed leaving the infant group unspervised to get lunch items from another room. Some children were observed standing in chairs for long perids of time without intervention from the caregivers.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
MediumMay 21, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities §746.2206(1)
According to the director, children still have not been outside since 5/4 due to rainy weater, damp grounds, and presence of ants. NOTE: Review of available weather reports show no documented rain 5/11-515 or on 5/18. Pest control was not completed until 5/20
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System §746.631(a)
The sign in and out log was reviewed. One child was not observed to be signed in. The director was not aware of which child had not been signed in after reviewing the log with CCR.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
HighMay 21, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
Based on the deficneices cited and recite, including a deficieny related to capacity, background checks and multiple citations for supervsion, ratio, record keeping, and health practices, The director has failed to ensure the operation operates in compliance
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
During the inspection, a child was observed playing with a can that was full of garbage. The child was also observed removing the can off the lid.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
HighMay 21, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was observed to be present and in care of children without notifiication of eligibilty from the Centralized Background Check Unit (CBCU).
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
MediumMay 21, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
One caregiver present did not have a file avaialbe for review. One did not have a notarized affidavit or pre-empoylement affidavit on file.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play §746.3301(f)(1)
Drinking water was not observed to be avialable during lunch time. CHildren were given the option of milk or water. One child was heard requesting more water but was not served
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Handwashing Procedures §746.3419
The caregiver and director did not wash their hands prior to serving lunch. CHildren were not made to wash their hands before eating. One child who playing in a garbage can was not observed to be made to wash their hands. A caregiver who arrived to the facilty during naptime did not wash their hands before entering the infant room or interacting with children present.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2026
MediumMay 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities §746.2206(1)
According to the director, the last time children were outside was 5/4. There was no reported weather 5/5-5/6 that limit outdoor play
Correction verified May 21, 2026
MediumMay 8, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records Maintained §746.603(a)
Records for all children present were reviewed. 2 did not have an address listed for their emergency contact, and noe did not have a health statement signed by a health care professional.
Correction verified May 21, 2026
HighMay 8, 2026InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
The director was observed leaving a group of 11 children 2-4 yrs old unspervised mutilple times including going into the kitchen, talking out trash, and completing janitorial task
Correction verified May 21, 2026
Medium HighMay 8, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required §746.1613(a)(5)
Only two caregivers (including the director) were present during the inspection. A thrid caregiver was needed to maintain ratio during naptime.
Correction verified May 21, 2026
Medium HighMay 8, 2026InspectionOther standards
Children Not Allowed in Areas with Pesticide Residue §746.3429(a)
According to the director, ant bed were treated the weekend of 5/2.. Children were last on the playground 5/4
Correction verified May 21, 2026
Medium HighMay 8, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs §746.603(a)(8)
Of the 17 children present. 2 were not signed in and one child signed in was not present in the operation. NOTE: COrrected at inspection. Sign-in/out log was corrected
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMay 8, 2026InspectionOther standards
Pest Extermination §746.3427
Several ant beds were observed to be treated with poisonous pesticide. NOTE: According to the director, a family member who is not a licensed or certified pest exterminator treated the ant beds
Correction verified May 21, 2026
MediumMay 8, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance §746.801(5)
A log of attendance for all staff including the director is not maintained.
Correction verified May 21, 2026
MediumApr 24, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
The caregiver present did not have any training available for the 2024-2025 training year.
Correction verified May 21, 2026
MediumApr 24, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
2 children enrolled at present did not have an immunization record in their file
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
Infants were observed to be combinded. The youngest in care was 13 months and the oldest was 4yrs old. There was more than 18 months between the youngest and oldest child in the group
Correction verified May 8, 2026
HighApr 24, 2026InspectionSleep safety
AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant §746.2427
An infant was observed to be placed on their stomach when being placed in a crib.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
HighApr 24, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
A bottle of Clorox pray was observed to be in reach of a child.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
MediumApr 24, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
There was not training available for the 2024 -2025 training year for the director.
Correction verified May 21, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner §746.3505(f)
An open trashbag of soiled diapers was observed sitting in the handwashing sink.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
Neither the director nor caregiver were aware of the ages of the children present. The caregiver stated the yougest child was 1yr but could not tell their months. After review of files, it was determinded the youngest in care was 13 months. The director was not aware of the age of another child under 2yrs and did not have information showing thier age. The director provided the wrong date of birth for the child.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child §746.3415(4)
The caregiver was not observed washing their hands after changing a child's diaper.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Infant Handwashing - Raised to Sink §746.3421(b)
The caregiver failed to wash the hands of an infant after completing a diaper change
Correction verified May 8, 2026
MediumApr 24, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records - Enrollment Agreement §746.603(a)(1)
3 children in care did not have an enrollment record available for review. One child did not have completed record of enrollment
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area §746.3503(d)
The handwashing sink in the diaperchanging area was observed to be in need of repair. According to the caregiver, the drain line is broken and the sink is not being used.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
There was a noticeable odor of soiled diapers in the operation. A dead roach was observed under the table thaw was recently used to serve lunch. Several ant beds were observed on the play space. NOTE: According to the director, children have not gone ooutside due to the ants
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
One caregiver was observed supervising 15 children 13m-4yrs old. The specified age group was 2yrs old. The caregiver was over ratio by 3
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required §746.1613(a)(5)
Only two caregivers (including the director) were present during the inspection. A thrid caregiver was needed to maintain ratio during naptime.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
MediumApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times §746.2207(c)(4)
Upon arrival, the TV was observed to be in use during naptime.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
HighApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Upon arrival. Children unlocked and opened the door for CCR, the caregiver was observed coming from the back area of the building. According to the caregiver, they instructed the children to open the door after the children informed them someone was outside.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
MediumApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
Children under the age of two were observed being care for in the same room where a tv was in use
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs §746.603(a)(8)
Only 7 of the 15 children present was observed to be signed in. Log for the week provided verify children are not being signed in and out daily as required.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
MediumApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance §746.801(5)
A log of attendance for all staff including the director is not maintained.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
HighApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
Upon arrival. An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer with a blanket covering them. A second infant was observed sleeping in a high chair. Later during the inspection, a third infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer and covered with a blanket.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
HighApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes §746.2417(2)(B)
Upon arrival, multiple infants were observed to be in sitting in highchairs. According to the staff, they just lunch around 12:30. Children were observed to remain in the high chairs until 1pm.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
HighApr 22, 2026Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
Upon arrival. Children were observed to be separated into 3 different rooms of the building. The one caregiver present was observed to be going back and forth from the different rooms leaving multiple children unspervised. At one point, the caregiver stepped out to get the director, closing the door behind themselves leaving 15 children alone with CCR
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighApr 14, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
A leak was observed in the ceiling at the operation.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
HighMar 27, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation could not provide a current fire inspection report for review.
Correction verified Apr 2, 2026
Medium LowJan 25, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 21, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
Correction verified Jan 28, 2026
MediumOct 17, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
One child's file reviewed did not contain their immunization records.
Correction verified Oct 20, 2025
MediumOct 10, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
Children under the age of two years old were observed watching television.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2025
HighOct 10, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
Several minimum standard violations were observed during the inspection.
Correction verified Oct 16, 2025
HighOct 10, 2025InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
There were five children playing in one room at the center and there was not a caregiver present. The caregiver present did not know how many children were present or know all the children's ages.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2025
HighOct 10, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
There was an individual at the center helping care for the children who did not have a backgrounde check.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2025
Medium HighOct 10, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
An eleven month old child was in the same group as a four year old child.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2025
Medium HighOct 10, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
There was one caregiver present at the center with fifteen children ages eleven months to threes years old.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2025
Medium LowJan 22, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 22, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumDec 5, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
The Director was lacking 30 training hours for the annual training year 10/22-10/23.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2024
Medium HighDec 5, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
One caregiver was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The last training completed was 07/2022. This training must be completed annually.
Correction verified Dec 8, 2023
MediumDec 5, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services §746.501(a)(30)
The operational polices were lacking information related to the support of inclusive services.
Correction verified Dec 8, 2023
Medium HighDec 5, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months §746.1311(d)
The Director was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The last training was completed 09/2022.
Correction verified Dec 8, 2023
Medium HighSep 29, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months §746.1311(d)
The Director was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The operation has this age of children enrolled and present.
Correction verified Sep 29, 2022
MediumAug 18, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
The infant feeding schedules were not updated every 30 days.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2022
MediumAug 18, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children §746.1701
Upon arrival, the Director was present with 8 children. The children were ages 0-17 mths (5 present), 18 mths - 3 yrs (1 present), and over 3 yrs (1 present). One caregiver can only have 1 infant by themselves. The operation was 4 children over child caregiver ratio. This was corrected when the second caregiver returned from lunch break.
Correction verified Aug 24, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity19 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceDec 2, 2022
DirectorKandi Brewer
Phone4092964911
State operation #1745406

Common questions

Does Little Me Academy take infants?

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

What are Little Me Academy’s hours?

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

Does Little Me Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Little Me Academy cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Little Me Academy for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Gulf Coast area, which includes Winnie, 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 Little Me Academy had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 20 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Aug 17, 2026: “Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Little Me Academy compare with other daycares in Winnie?

It is #5 of 5 centers in Winnie by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is in the bottom 1% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Little Me Academy last inspected?

Sep 3, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule 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 1745406 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.