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Bullard Early Education

111 N Rather St, Bullard, TX 757575.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$124
year first permitted
2011

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About

About Bullard Early Education

Bullard Early Education is a licensed child care center in Bullard, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 23, 2011, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 7 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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
150 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Bullard Early Education 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.
Smith County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Bullard Early Education

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
150 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2011
License number
#1265148
See the state's record

Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 28, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 14 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected

  • Safe sleep 4
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills

      “During a review of the records, it was observed no server weather or lock down drill has been conducted this year nor a fire drill since April of 2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2025

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(a)(5) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Bean Bags, Waterbeds, Foam Pads As Sleeping Equipment

      “During a walk through of the building, it was observed in a infant classroom a bean bag that the children use to lay down on as a calming corner. This was brought to the caregivers attention and removed from the classroom. This was corrected at inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Jan 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 13, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. There is not enough evidence to prove the operation informed the parent of the injury.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. The parents of an injured child did not receive an incident report at the time of the incident.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2025

  7. Dec 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jul 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jun 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “During an inspection of the center, it was observed an 8 month old infant sleeping in their crib with a blanket and stuff animal. The operation did not have an infant sleep exception form.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024

  10. Jun 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services

      “During a review of the parent handbook it was observed no mention of inclusive services offered at the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2024

Show 22 earlier visits
  1. Jun 4, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-report allegations and has been found deficient. A caregiver who is no longer working at the center was observed roughly handling a child in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024

  2. May 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. May 3, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. A group of about 5 students were left unsupervised while in the restroom. This was quickly corrected when the caregiver returned to the restroom. No students were injured.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2024

  4. Nov 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2429 - Covering Infant's Head or Crib

      “During a walk through of the building, it was observed by licensing an infant asleep in their crib with their head cover with a small blanket. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the blanket from the crib.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “During a walk through of the building, an infant was observed with a small blanket in their crib. This was soon corrected by the caregiver.”

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Oct 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. May 22, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “During a walk through of the playground it was observed a hole in the middle of the walk area on the larger playground.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2023

  8. May 18, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  9. Mar 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jan 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Jan 19, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.307(a) - Parental Communication - Notify Immediately about Allegation of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. The operation did not notify the parent of a child in care immediately of suspected abuse.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023

  12. Nov 8, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

      “During a review of the parent handbook, it was observed by licensing missing information regrading the promotion of indoor and outdoor activities.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2022

  13. Aug 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Aug 26, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  15. Aug 15, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness

      “This standard was revied in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation did not report a covid-19 result in the appropriate time frame.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2022

  16. May 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  17. May 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Apr 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Mar 31, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. The pre-k restroom tile floor was damage with exposed wooden flooring. The operation quickly repaired this and was brought into compliance.”

      Corrected during the visit

  20. Mar 30, 2022Visit2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium High risk

      746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegation and found to be deficient. Positive methods of discipline were not used when a caregiver roughly handled a child. This caregiver is no longer working for the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on May 12, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “This standard was reviewed in relations to the self-reported allegation and found to be deficient. The caregiver in charge did not demonstrate good judgment when a child was roughly handled. This caregiver is no longer working for the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on May 12, 2022

  21. Dec 13, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “While conducting a follow up inspection, it was observed by licensing a 2 1/2 inch hole in the pre-k hallway going towards the playground with a car inside.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021

  22. Nov 22, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “During a walk through of the operation, it was observed by licensing an exposed crawl space on the pre-k playground. Also observed was a 2 1/2 inch hole in the pre-k hallway going towards the playground with a car inside.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Bullard Early Education

Is Bullard Early Education licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 23, 2011.

When was Bullard Early Education last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bullard Early Education had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 7 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Bullard Early Education care for?

150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Bullard Early Education accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Bullard Early Education's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Bullard Early Education cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 894-7222 to ask.

What is Bullard Early Education's phone number?

(903) 894-7222.

Where is Bullard Early Education?

111 N Rather St, Bullard, TX 75757. The nearest other daycare we list is New Life Early Education, 5.7 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).