The Kipling School

600 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77007
School / Childcare
Last inspected: Aug 8, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at The Kipling School stretching back to 2023. The Kipling School was last inspected on Aug 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to five violations per visit.

That's lower than the typical Houston restaurant, which scores around 87. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 8, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Containers. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs not in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Storage. garbage and refuse containers / dumpsters / compactor systems / waste handling units for returnables and recyclables located outside not stored on or above a smooth durable surface of nonabsorbent material, such as sealed concrete or machine-laid asphalt, that is kept clean / maintained in good repair / sloped to drain.
20-21.20(b)(03)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
21-244(a)
78
Dec 11, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
General. at least 10 foot candles (110 lux) of light not provided at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in walk-in refrigeration units / dry food storage areas / other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
20-21.24(a)
86
May 28, 2024
Complaint (003)
3 minor violations.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
Special requirements. eggs. in a food establishment that serves a highly susceptible population, pasteurized shell eggs / pasteurized liquid, frozen or dry eggs / egg products not substituted for shell eggs in recipes in which more than one egg is broken and the eggs are combined. this part [02] does not apply if the raw eggs are combined immediately before cooking for one consumer serving at a single meal, cooked as specified under section 20-21.04(c)(01)a of this code, and served immediately, such as for an omelet, souffle, or scrambled eggs / the raw eggs are combined as an ingredient immediately before baking and the egg mixture is thoroughly cooked to a ready to eat form such as in a cake / muffins / bread. this part [02] does not apply if the preparation of the raw eggs is conducted under a haccp plan.
20-21.01(b)(04)b[02]
Hand-washing sink supplies. hand-washing sink or group of adjacent hand-washing sinks not provided with individual, disposable towels / a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel / a hand-drying device providing heated air or a hand-drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.
20-21.19(c)
86
Dec 11, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Removing dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests. dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents the accumulation or attraction of pests and minimizes exposure to decomposing remains.
20-21.21(d)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Kipling School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Kipling School on file is from Aug 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does The Kipling School compare to other restaurants in Houston?

The Kipling School most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 87.

Has The Kipling School's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Kipling School have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Kipling School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is The Kipling School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Kipling School is inspected around two times per year on average.