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Cambridge Academy DeSoto

1121 E Pleasant Run Rd, Desoto, TX 75115
licensed capacity
110
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$180
year first permitted
2023

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About Cambridge Academy DeSoto

Cambridge Academy DeSoto is a licensed child care center in Desoto, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 30, 2023, for up to 110 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 30 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

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

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity110 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Cambridge Academy DeSoto has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $180 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.
Dallas County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Cambridge Academy DeSoto

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
110 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2023
License number
#1750416
See the state's record

Summary

30 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 30 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Transportation 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Records and paperwork 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. Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Nov 3, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Oct 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Oct 2, 2025Visit1 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

      “The operation lacked proper supervision, allowing a child to be outside alone for an unknown period.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025

  7. Jun 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Feb 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

      “The alarm installed in the van used for transporatation was not in working order.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025

  10. Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 31 earlier visits
  1. Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Sep 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 26, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  5. Sep 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jul 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jul 29, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  9. Jun 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. May 23, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children

      “As a result of the DFPS investigation it was determined that the van driver failed to adequately check the vehicle used by children.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2024

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “The standard was evaluated as related a DFPS investigation. The operation failed to report a child was left on the van to HHSC Child Care Regulation.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2024

    • 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

      “The standard was evaluated as related a DFPS investigation. The DFPS investigation revealed that a child was left unsupervised on the van.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

      “The standard was evaluated as related to a DFPS investigation. As a result of the DFPS investigation it was determined that a child in care was neglected when he was left inside a vehicle unattended for a period of time. Based on all information found in the DFPS investigation the operation is cited for Neglectful Supervision.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2024

  11. Apr 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Apr 10, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

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

      “The staff failed to use good judgement by providing false information to the mother about the children’s release, contacting the father based on prior pick-up interactions with the mother and allowing the children to be taken over the back fence for release.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024

  13. Feb 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Feb 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  15. Jan 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  16. Jan 10, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  17. Jan 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Nov 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Nov 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  20. Nov 17, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  21. Oct 2, 2023Complaint investigation1 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

      “The standard was evaluated as related a DFPS investigation. As a result of the DFPS investigation it was determined that a child in care was able to exit the operation unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023

  22. Jul 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  23. Apr 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  24. Mar 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  25. Feb 22, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “One caregiver was observed caring for 35 children ages 3-4 during naptime. The specified age group for the room was 3 years old. The room was out of ratio by 5.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2023

  26. Jan 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  27. Nov 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  28. Oct 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  29. Oct 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  30. Sep 25, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  31. Aug 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

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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FAQ

Questions about Cambridge Academy DeSoto

Is Cambridge Academy DeSoto licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 30, 2023.

When was Cambridge Academy DeSoto last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 30 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cambridge Academy DeSoto had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 30 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 Cambridge Academy DeSoto care for?

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

Does Cambridge Academy DeSoto accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Cambridge Academy DeSoto's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Cambridge Academy DeSoto cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 357-0998 to ask.

What is Cambridge Academy DeSoto's phone number?

(972) 357-0998.

Where is Cambridge Academy DeSoto?

1121 E Pleasant Run Rd, Desoto, TX 75115. The nearest other daycare we list is Kosmic Kids, under 0.1 miles away.

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