Circle Creek Early Care and Education
2544 Clay Mathis Rd, Mesquite, TX
4.5· 114 reviews
Carlas Affordable Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $172
- year first permitted
- 2006
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About Carlas Affordable Childcare
Carlas Affordable Childcare is a licensed group home daycare in Mesquite, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 3, 2006, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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12 yr
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Carlas Affordable Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Dallas County has a median price of $172 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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 Carlas Affordable Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2006
- License number
- #856869
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Safe sleep 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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- Mar 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation has not conducted their emergency prepardness drills since 10/23/25.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“The children were observed watching tv while eating lunch.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
747.2705(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive Device for Time Out
“A child was observed to be strapped in a baby bouncer for time out.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
- Sep 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 15, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“The operation did not have documentation showing that the four dogs were vacinatted.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2024
747.1801 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home
“The operation was providing care for eight children. The operation was over ratio by two children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2024
- Jan 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 14, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Four children did not have immunization records on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2023
747.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Two children did not have the authorization of medical attention section completed in the file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2023
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“The provider was missing training in the following sections: SIDS / Shaken baby Emergency preparedness Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases Food allergies”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2023
747.601(c) - Children's Records Accessible - to Licensing
“1 child did not have records available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2023
- Oct 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 13, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
747.2311(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“The sheets in the play yard was loosely fitted.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
“The primary caregiver did not have the required 30 hours of training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2022
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“One child records did not have current immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2022
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“Three dogs at the operation did not have current vaccination records.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2022
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“There was a 10 month old sleeping in a play yard with a blanket.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
- Dec 3, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
Nov 8, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
747.1107(7) - Primary Caregiver in Licensed Home Qualifications - Proof of Training (A-J)
“The Director was observed to not have 30 annual hours of training.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022
747.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Two children in care observed not to have immunization records on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
747.605(1) - Required Admission Information - Name and Birthdate
“One child in care did not have any records avaliable for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“A three month old infant in care did not have infant feeding instructions on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2021
747.611(b) - Health Statement on File
“Two children in care observed not to have a health statement on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Carlas Affordable Childcare
Is Carlas Affordable Childcare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 3, 2006.
When was Carlas Affordable Childcare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Carlas Affordable Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Carlas Affordable Childcare care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Carlas Affordable Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Carlas Affordable Childcare'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 Carlas Affordable Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 613-6492 to ask.
What is Carlas Affordable Childcare's phone number?
(214) 613-6492.
Where is Carlas Affordable Childcare?
Mesquite, TX 75181. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.