Sharons Kid Korner
Sharons Kid Korner is a licensed child care center in Longview, TX, licensed for up to 129 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2001. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 22 times and investigated 10 reports. Inspectors recorded 28 citations, 6 of them high-risk. 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #36 of 40 centers in Longview and better than 23% of licensed centers statewide.
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The operation has not had a gas leak inspection in the past 2 years.
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.
Upon arrival to the daycare no staff knew who was in charge at the time.
Upon arrival at the daycare a caregiver was seen listening to music with headphones in both ears and using her cell phone while watching children.
The operational policies and enrollment paperwork were missing information on parents rights during review.
The operational policies were missing a statement on Hearing and Vision Requirements.
During review 2 caregivers were found to have out of date CPR/First Aid.
During the inspection nap mats were observed set up in a room in a way that did not allow access without having to step over children.
The after school room was observed and individual storage for children's belongings was not available.
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
During the investigation it was found that a caregiver left her class unattended and out of proximity for 15 minutes.
During the investigation it was found the director did not ensure that the caregivers were supervising their children when caregivers were observed in the office with the director instead of their classrooms.
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The annual verification for Liability Insurance was due on 11/30/2023 and has not been completed.
The employees who left survey was not completed by the required due date of 11:59PM on January 15th.
During the inspection a few areas of chipping paint were observed.
A caregiver was seen conducting a diaper change. The caregiver did not wash their hands between each change.
During the inspection a few holes and areas of chipping paint were observed. The holes exposed dry wall to the children.
Multiple infants feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in 30 days.
During the inspection a caregiver was observed present and on the staff list that had an inactive background.
During the inspection caregiver training hours were observed, 4 out of the 10 did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.
During the inspection the infant room was observed, 3 play yard did not meet the minimum requirement of 22 inches from the top railing to mattress support. 1 of the play yards had an infant sleeping inside of it.
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, 5 were missing the address for the emergency contact and 3 were missing their Health Statement.
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregiver did not have proper supervision of the children in their care which allowed cases of bullying to happen in their room.
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when the children were being aggressive with each other and nothing was done about the situation.
Based on a DFPS investigation, personnel records were not available at the operation, upon demand. Requested records were later emailed to DFPS.
The operational policies are missing Active Play information, suspension and expulsion policy, hearing and vision info, notification to parents that the operation provides transportation and water activities, and that staff are trained in abuse/neglect awareness and reporting.
Four staff records were reviewed for the Health and Safety Audit and are missing the following trainings: Two staff need HAZMAT, all need food allergies training, all need emergency Preparedness training.
About this center
Common questions
Does Sharons Kid Korner take infants?
Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.
What are Sharons Kid Korner’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 Sharons Kid Korner accept child care subsidies?
Yes, according to its state licensing record.
Has Sharons Kid Korner had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Nov 6, 2025: “Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does Sharons Kid Korner compare with other daycares in Longview?
It is #36 of 40 centers in Longview by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 23% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was Sharons Kid Korner last inspected?
Aug 24, 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 552783 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.