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Berne Academy DCC
- licensed capacity
- 246
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 1989
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About
About Berne Academy DCC
Berne Academy DCC is a licensed child care center in Lancaster, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 5, 1989, for up to 246 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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6 mo
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12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 246 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infancy to 13 years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian-based) |
| Curriculum | CLI Engage, Frog Street, Abeka |
| Enrichment | Arts and crafts, sports |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation |
| Parent updates | Parent app (ProCare) |
| Licensed capacity | 246 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Berne Academy DCC has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $194 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$194
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$163
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$160
School age
Center$164
Home daycare$151
State record
Inspection reports for Berne Academy DCC
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 246 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1989
- License number
- #311124
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 14 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Safe sleep 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Apr 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 19, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“Infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2026
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Two children with food allergies do not have an food allergy emergency plan.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“One caregiver CPR training were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“One caregiver first aid training were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026
- Aug 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies were observed within reach of children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“Several caregivers are missing notarized affidavits.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2025
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“Cribs were observed without childrens names.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2025
Apr 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“During the investigation monitoring inspection a total of eight electrial outlets were left uncovered. Outlets were uncovered in infant and toddler rooms.”
Corrected during the visit
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“During the investigation monitoring. The teachers, director, and the employee with the provisional status stated that she supervises the children independently during normal operation hours of the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2025
- Apr 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 2, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“An infant in the infant room was observed sleeping in a bouncer after two walkthroughs.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
746.2419(5) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Fed in Safe Manner
“Two infants in the infant room that were over 6 months old were observed drinking bottles while lying down in the crib.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
- Aug 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 11 earlier visits
- Apr 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 26, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“In the children's gym women's bathroom, it was observed having wall damage with no backing resulting in the stall not being able to be used and blocked with a ladder. The bathroom door did not have an out of order sign. The Pre-K classroom has a water fountain that needs cleaning and repair. The fountain did not have an out of order sign.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2024
- Jan 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operations parent handbook did not include the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
“3 of 4 caregiver files observed did not have current notarized affidavits.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“3 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have current health statements.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The operation had less than 6 inches of pea gravel on the Pre-K playground.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.501(a)(17) - Written Operational Policies - Animals
“The operation had two turtles present at the operation that were not listed in the operations parent handbook.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2023
- Sep 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 24, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jun 9, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There were nails exposed through the wooden beams enclosing the play equipment. The wood had also splintered.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Berne Academy DCC
Is Berne Academy DCC licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 5, 1989.
When was Berne Academy DCC last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Berne Academy DCC had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 5 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Berne Academy DCC care for?
246, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Berne Academy DCC accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Berne Academy DCC's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Berne Academy DCC cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 227-4431 to ask.
What is Berne Academy DCC's phone number?
(972) 227-4431.
Where is Berne Academy DCC?
1311 Johns Ave, Lancaster, TX 75134. The nearest other daycare we list is Stepping Stones Christian Academy, 0.1 miles away.