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12904 State Highway 155 S, Tyler, TX
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B.J.H. Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About B.J.H. Learning Academy
B.J.H. Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Tyler, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 14, 2024, for up to 34 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 34 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
B.J.H. Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Smith County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$118
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$108
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$104
State record
Inspection reports for B.J.H. Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1786604
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 12 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 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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- Aug 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 16, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“While reviewing emergency practices, the last fire drill was conducted September 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2026
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“During a review of the staff files were not made available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2026
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“During an inspection of the building, it was observed a classroom with 5 students napping alone with no caregiver presents. This was brought to the staff attention and quickly corrected.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2026
- Jan 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Feb 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“During a review of staff files, it was observed two caregivers with no training available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2025
Aug 13, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
“During a review of the operation policy, it was observed the center did not mention how they would prevent abuse and neglect.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“During a review of the operation's policy handbook, there was no mention how the center support inclusive services.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“During an inspection of the operation, it was observed a caregiver leaving 3 students age range from 11 months - 20 months alone in a classroom. This was corrected at inspection when the teacher returned to the classroom. No students were injured.”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 29, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Jan 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about B.J.H. Learning Academy
Is B.J.H. Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 14, 2024.
When was B.J.H. Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has B.J.H. Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 B.J.H. Learning Academy care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does B.J.H. Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are B.J.H. Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does B.J.H. Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (346) 664-7664 to ask.
What is B.J.H. Learning Academy's phone number?
(346) 664-7664.
Where is B.J.H. Learning Academy?
12903 County Road 1114, Tyler, TX 75709. The nearest other daycare we list is First Steps Daycare, 0.4 miles away.