Leander · Licensed family home
Rainbow Shine Daycare
At a glance
- Full-size family home, licensed for up to 12 children.
What the state has found
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Licensing inspections
Oct 2, 20261 citation
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationHigh
“During an inspection on 9/29/2026, a caregiver was present with children without the correct background being conducted. The person is an assistant caregiver, which requires fingerprints to be completed. However, their background check was run as a volunteer which does not require fingerprints.”
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Sep 15, 20261 citation
747.1801 - Child, Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care HomeMedium High
“The operation was not in compliance with the child/caregiver ratio. There were 12 children in care and the ratio was 1 caregiver to 8 children. This was corrected when 4 children went home.”
747.1801 - Child, Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home
Apr 30, 20263 citations
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire ExtinguishersMedium High
“The fire extinguisher was not mounted.”
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
747.3101(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal PatternsMedium High
“The menu does not meet the U.S. Department of Agriculture nutritional guidelines.”
747.3101(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering ProceduresMedium High
“The operation did not have an emergency evacuation and relocation diagram. This was corrected during the inspection when the primary caregiver created one.”
747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
Apr 1, 20261 citation
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent RightsMedium
“The operational policy for parent's rights did not include all of the required information.”
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Dec 29, 20253 citations
747.4815(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's ReachMedium High
“The water hose was seen across the backyard during inspection. This was corrected at inspection.”
747.4815(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
747.2809(2) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Set Up During Other ActivitiesMedium
“During inspection the nap mats were set up prior to nap time and before lunch time.”
747.2809(2) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Set Up During Other Activities
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsMedium
“This standard was re-cited. 5 children files were reviewed for compliance at the follow up and were missing the following items: 1 file was missing the immunization, 1 file was missing the health statements from the doctor”
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Dec 16, 20252 citations
747.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationHigh
“This standard was re-cited. 18 children files reviewed for compliance the following items were missing: 1 file was m issing the signature from the parent on the emergency medical authorization. 1 file was missing the Emergency Medical Authorization address for the doctor or the hospital.”
747.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsMedium
“This standard was re-cited. 18 children files were reviewed for compliance at the follow up and were missing the following items: 2 files were missing the immunization, 5 files were missing the health statements from the doctor, 1 file was missing the parent signature on the allergy plan.”
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Dec 5, 202512 citations
747.207(10) - AP Never exceed capacity of the homeHigh
“The child care home had 13 children present and the capacity of the home is 12 children. Four children left during inspection.”
747.207(10) - AP Never exceed capacity of the home
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someoneHigh
“There was a volunteer present that did not have an eligible background. This volunteer left the operation.”
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
747.501(11) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness PlansHigh
“The parent handbook was reviewed. The following items were missing: Active play, parenental visitation, how parents can contact the local Child Care Regulation office phone number, the emergency Preparedness plan did not have the address of the relocation sight.”
747.501(11) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
747.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationHigh
“Out of 18 children files reviewed the following items were missing: 4 files were missing emergency contact information, 2 files were missing field trip consent, 8 files were missing operational policies, 2 file was missing meals, 2 files were missing the days of attendance, 4 files were missing the food allergies, 2 files were missing the school information, 5 files were missing the emergency medical attention, 1 file was missing the final signature, 2 files were missing the date of birth, 2 files were missing the date of admission, 1 file was missing the parent name, 1 file was missing the parent rights, 1 file was missing the release of children,”
747.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
747.3501(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment SafeMedium High
“There was a piece of play equipment that was broken that was observed in the backyard.”
747.3501(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
747.1301(1) - Orientation Required for Caregivers-Overview of Minimum StandardsMedium High
“The primary caregiver did not have documentation of orientation. This was corrected at inspection.”
747.1301(1) - Orientation Required for Caregivers-Overview of Minimum Standards
747.4815(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's ReachMedium High
“The water hose used for watering plants was within the children's reach during inspection. This was removed during inspection.”
747.4815(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
747.1401(d) - Household Members Qualifications - Household Member Left in Charge Must Meet Caregiver QualificationsMedium High
“The household member did not have proof of orientation. This was corrected at inspection.”
747.1401(d) - Household Members Qualifications - Household Member Left in Charge Must Meet Caregiver Qualifications
747.4301(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerMedium
“A child was observed being placed in a high chair that did not have safety straps. The child was removed from the high chair at inspection.”
747.4301(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsMedium
“18 children files were reviewed and were missing the following items: 7 files were missing the immunization, 9 files were missing the health statements from the doctor, 2 files were missing the doctor stamp or signature on the immunizations, 1 file was missing the allergy alert plan.”
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
747.1131(a)(1) - Documentation for Primary Caregivers of Licensed Home - Personal History StatementMedium
“The primary caregiver did not have proof of drivers license in the file at inspection. This was corrected at inspection.”
747.1131(a)(1) - Documentation for Primary Caregivers of Licensed Home - Personal History Statement
747.1207(7) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)Low
“The staff files were reviewed and two files were missing the 2912. One file was corrected at inspection.”
747.1207(7) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)
Nov 24, 20251 citation
747.801(1) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's RecordsMedium
“Three children did not have completed admission forms.”
747.801(1) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
Oct 15, 20252 citations
747.5103 - Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire MarshalMedium High
“The operation had the incorrect fire extinguisher. The operation had a 1-A: 10 BC rather than the required 3A 40BC model.”
747.5103 - Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityMedium
“The operational policies were missing the following statements: promotion of active play, medication procedures, medical emergencies, discipline/guidance, review of the minimum standard inspection report, how to contact licensing, the hotline, and HHSC website, and the emergency prepardness plan.”
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
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State record — Texas HHSC
- Last visit
- October 2, 2026
- On file
- 9 visits since October 2025 — all of them cited findings · 1 complaint investigation
- Most serious
- High —
During an inspection on 9/29/2026, a caregiver was present with children without the correct background being conducted. The person is an assistant caregiver, which requires fingerprints to be completed. However, their background check was run as a volunteer which does not require fingerprints.
· October 2, 2026
Texas HHSC describes each deficiency in writing and weights the standard behind it from high to low by the risk a violation presents to children. It publishes no inspection document.
Oct 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · October 2, 2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation · High
During an inspection on 9/29/2026, a caregiver was present with children without the correct background being conducted. The person is an assistant caregiver, which requires fingerprints to be completed. However, their background check was run as a volunteer which does not require fingerprints.
Sep 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · September 15, 2026
747.1801 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home · Medium High
The operation was not in compliance with the child/caregiver ratio. There were 12 children in care and the ratio was 1 caregiver to 8 children. This was corrected when 4 children went home.
Apr 2026 Licensing visit 3 findings
Licensing visit · April 30, 2026
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers · Medium High
The fire extinguisher was not mounted.
747.3101(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns · Medium High
The menu does not meet the U.S. Department of Agriculture nutritional guidelines.
747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures · Medium High
The operation did not have an emergency evacuation and relocation diagram. This was corrected during the inspection when the primary caregiver created one.
Apr 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · April 1, 2026
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights · Medium
The operational policy for parent's rights did not include all of the required information.
Dec 2025 Licensing visit 3 findings
Licensing visit · December 29, 2025
747.2809(2) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Set Up During Other Activities · Medium
During inspection the nap mats were set up prior to nap time and before lunch time.
747.4815(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach · Medium High
The water hose was seen across the backyard during inspection. This was corrected at inspection.
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations · Medium
This standard was re-cited. 5 children files were reviewed for compliance at the follow up and were missing the following items: 1 file was missing the immunization, 1 file was missing the health statements from the doctor
Dec 2025 Licensing visit 2 findings
Licensing visit · December 16, 2025
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations · Medium
This standard was re-cited. 18 children files were reviewed for compliance at the follow up and were missing the following items: 2 files were missing the immunization, 5 files were missing the health statements from the doctor, 1 file was missing the parent signature on the allergy plan.
747.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization · High
This standard was re-cited. 18 children files reviewed for compliance the following items were missing: 1 file was m issing the signature from the parent on the emergency medical authorization. 1 file was missing the Emergency Medical Authorization address for the doctor or the hospital.
Dec 2025 Licensing visit 12 findings
Licensing visit · December 5, 2025
747.207(10) - AP Never exceed capacity of the home · High
The child care home had 13 children present and the capacity of the home is 12 children. Four children left during inspection.
747.4301(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer · Medium
A child was observed being placed in a high chair that did not have safety straps. The child was removed from the high chair at inspection.
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone · High
There was a volunteer present that did not have an eligible background. This volunteer left the operation.
747.501(11) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans · High
The parent handbook was reviewed. The following items were missing: Active play, parenental visitation, how parents can contact the local Child Care Regulation office phone number, the emergency Preparedness plan did not have the address of the relocation sight.
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations · Medium
18 children files were reviewed and were missing the following items: 7 files were missing the immunization, 9 files were missing the health statements from the doctor, 2 files were missing the doctor stamp or signature on the immunizations, 1 file was missing the allergy alert plan.
747.3501(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe · Medium High
There was a piece of play equipment that was broken that was observed in the backyard.
747.1301(1) - Orientation Required for Caregivers-Overview of Minimum Standards · Medium High
The primary caregiver did not have documentation of orientation. This was corrected at inspection.
747.4815(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach · Medium High
The water hose used for watering plants was within the children's reach during inspection. This was removed during inspection.
747.1401(d) - Household Members Qualifications - Household Member Left in Charge Must Meet Caregiver Qualifications · Medium High
The household member did not have proof of orientation. This was corrected at inspection.
747.1207(7) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912) · Low
The staff files were reviewed and two files were missing the 2912. One file was corrected at inspection.
747.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization · High
Out of 18 children files reviewed the following items were missing: 4 files were missing emergency contact information, 2 files were missing field trip consent, 8 files were missing operational policies, 2 file was missing meals, 2 files were missing the days of attendance, 4 files were missing the food allergies, 2 files were missing the school information, 5 files were missing the emergency medical attention, 1 file was missing the final signature, 2 files were missing the date of birth, 2 files were missing the date of admission, 1 file was missing the parent name, 1 file was missing the parent rights, 1 file was missing the release of children,
747.1131(a)(1) - Documentation for Primary Caregivers of Licensed Home - Personal History Statement · Medium
The primary caregiver did not have proof of drivers license in the file at inspection. This was corrected at inspection.
Nov 2025 Complaint 7 findings
Complaint · November 24, 2025
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control · High
The operation failed to demonstrate good judgement when they did not correct their eldest child when the child told Child Care Regulation the child had 3 siblings. The child's parent immediately terminated the conversation between the eldest child and Child Care Regulation. During the course of the investigation, it was determined the child had one sibling.
747.301(4) - Notification of Change in Age Range of Children In Care · Medium High
Child Care Regulation was not notified prior to school age children being cared for.
747.207(10) - AP Never exceed capacity of the home · High
The child care home had 15 children present while the capacity of the home is 12 children.
747.301(6) - Notification of Additional Services Offered · Medium
Child Care Regulation was not notified prior to the operation transporting children.
747.207(9) - Comply with Child-care Licensing Law and Rules · High
The operation completed a child admission information form for a child that they claimed was their own child. It was later discovered this child was not their own child.
747.207(5) - Allow Parents to Visit Child-care Home Anytime During Hours of Operation · Medium
During the investigation it was found that parents are not allowed inside the home.
745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation · High
While trying to inspect the home, a household member was preventing the home from being fully inspected by holding the garage door shut.
Nov 2025 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · November 24, 2025
747.801(1) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records · Medium
Three children did not have completed admission forms.
Oct 2025 Licensing visit 2 findings
Licensing visit · October 15, 2025
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity · Medium
The operational policies were missing the following statements: promotion of active play, medication procedures, medical emergencies, discipline/guidance, review of the minimum standard inspection report, how to contact licensing, the hotline, and HHSC website, and the emergency prepardness plan.
747.5103 - Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal · Medium High
The operation had the incorrect fire extinguisher. The operation had a 1-A: 10 BC rather than the required 3A 40BC model.
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Details
- Phone
- (562) 410-9014
- Address
- 2025 Suncup St, Leander, 78641
- License
- 1823719
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All checked July 2026.
State record
From Texas HHSC’s published reports, last checked November 8, 2026.
Details
- Phone, Address, License childcare.hhs.texas.gov
Full-size means licensed for 12 children, the most any Austin-area family home holds; 258 of Austin-area’s 291 licensed family homes are. Small is 5 to 11.