Miss Emilys Kids
502 E 7th St, Dumas, TX
Cecy's Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 51
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $139
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About Cecy's Daycare
Cecy's Daycare is a licensed child care center in Dumas, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 15, 2016, for up to 51 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 38 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 51 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 51 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cecy's Daycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Moore County has a median price of $139 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$147
Home daycare$134
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$129
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$127
School age
Center$129
Home daycare$122
State record
Inspection reports for Cecy's Daycare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 51 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1602916
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 2, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 10 of 18 visits · 38 rules in all · 38 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 3
- Transportation 3
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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Jul 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Two staff had expired CPR and First aid training in file that expired 6/2026.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026
- Nov 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“A classroom was observed eating lunch and they were not strapped in on the seats per manufacturing instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
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
“It was observed at inspection, that a caregiver was left responsible for two group of children that were in 2 different classrooms. This prevented the caregiver from being able to supervise both groups within physical proximity and intervene at a given moment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
- Jul 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 19, 2025Visit2 rules cited
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“The operation allowed children to play in front of the building prior to notifying Child Care Regulation of this change and it had not been approved as outdoor space for the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2025
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“The operation allowed children that are younger than five years of age to play in the front of the building. The front area is not fenced in and therefore, cannot be used for outdoor time by children that are younger than school age.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2025
May 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual was present and in direct care of children prior to notification of eligibility being received.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2025
- Jan 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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Oct 3, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The emergency drills required to be practiced and documented were reviewed and the operation lacked documentation for fire drills and additional monthly checks for January through September 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“The children have been transported and the emergency medical information has not been taken when the children have been transported. **The operation made copies of the emergency medical information and placed in the binder taken to transport children. This is in compliance.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“One staff file were reviewed and did not all the required 24 hours of pre-service in file, including pre-service for staff that are working with children that are younger than 24 months and only had 8 hours of pre-service completed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2024
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“One staff was missing 3 hours for the completed annual training year of 9/20/2023 - 9/20/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2024
HRC42.059 - Employment Affidavit
“A staff that has been employed since 8/12/2024 did not have the a notarized Affidavit for Applicants for Employment with a Licensed Operation or Registered Child-Care Home (Form 2985) and the Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations (Form 2912) completed in file when the file was reviewed. **The form 2912 was completed at inspection. This is in compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
- Aug 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.4813(c) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment - No Overlap
“A large playground equipment that requires at least 6 feet all around the structure overlapped with another structure that has rotating seats and that play structure required at least 7 feet of use zone all around structure. Therefore, there should be at least 13 feet in between the two play structures of use zone. Also in the playground area, a mini trampoline was observed that did not have the required use zone for the structure. Multiple slides were observed being used by children and use zone of 6 feet was not followed for the slides. Additionally, a Little Tyke composite structure being used in the toddlers classroom had a bucket seat attached to a slide did not have the required use zone for the bucket seat or the slide and was positioned next to a wall.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“A large playground equipment that has three slides that requires at least 6 inches of loose fill did not have the required loose-fill. A rotating equipment that requires at least 6 inches of loose fill did not have the required 6 inches of loose fill for the structure and anchoring supports were observed not anchored. Multiple slides were observed that were taller than 20 inches and did not have the required 6 inches of loose fill. Additionally, there is a mini trampoline that did not have the required 6 inches of loose fill for it. Lastly, there was a Little Tyke composite structure observed in the younger toddlers classroom that has a bucket seat attached to a slide and this structure did not have the required loose fill of 6 inches for it.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
Jun 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“The infant playground area did not have a gate, therefore, the play area is not full enclosed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2024
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“A playground equipment that required at least 6 inches of loose fill did not have the required loose-fill.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2024
746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
“A playground equipment did not have the required 6 feet of use zone for two swings. It required 14 feet away from the fence and it was 7 feet away from the fence. Additionally, there are two slides on the play equipment that require 6 feet of use zone and had items in the use zone.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2024
May 28, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“One child did not have up to date immunizations or the immunization exemption in file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“One child did not have a food allergy plan in file and has a diagnosed food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2024
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“A staff employed did not have at least six of the required 30 annual training hours that must come from instructor-led training in the annual training year of 5/9/2023 - 5/9/2024. The staff also did not the following required topics: emergency preparedness; storing, handling, and disposing of hazardous materials; building and physical premises.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“One staff was lacking 4 clock hours for the annual training year of the required 30 clock hours in the annual training year of 5/12/2023 - 5/12/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Six children files were missing child admission information related to water activities and school information not filled out for three children. One child did not have parent signature on the information for the authorization for emergency medical attention, two children did not have information for the physician in the emergency medical authorization section provided by the parent. Two children did not have the food allergy section completed by the parent.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“A child in care did not have a health statement in file for review and the child has attended care longer than 12 months. **This was corrected at inspection when the parent emailed the health statement to the operation and it was placed in the child's file.”
Corrected during the visit
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“Attendance records for the director was not available for review at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
- Feb 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“Adequate lighting was not observed in a classroom used for children to nap in. **This was corrected at inspection when a lamp that was turned on was directed into the classroom where the children were sleeping in.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 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
“A group/classroom of children was not directly supervised by the only caregiver in the building as the caregiver was not in the classroom the entire time.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2024
Jan 31, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
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
“One child was observed going to the restroom and the primary caregiver present and in charge of the child did not have physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness. Additionally, two children were taken to the restroom and a classroom was left unsupervised and unattended by the primary caregiver of the group. A group/classroom of children was not directly supervised by the only caregiver in the building as the caregiver was not in the classroom the entire time.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2024
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two children's files reviewed and they were missing health statement in the file and the child has been enrolled longer than twelve months.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Cleaning supplies that state "Keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children in the restroom used by children.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2024
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Two children's files were reviewed and they were missing an up to date immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2024
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“Children were observed being transported to school by a staff and the following were not taken when the children were transported: the emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child that was transported. Additionally, the first-aid kit used when transporting children was not complete as it was missing the first aid guide and thermometer. Additionally, the first aid kit in the building was missing the first aid guide. **The first aid kit for the vehicle and the building were corrected at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2024
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The children's product certification form was last completed on 1/23/2023 and was past due as it is required to be completed at least once annually. **This was corrected at inspection by the operation when the form was completed.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“Adequate lighting was not observed in a classroom used for children to nap in.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2024
746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures
“A caregiver washed children's hands but did not use running water as the children were washing their hands in the same bowl of soapy water with a wash cloth.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2024
746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
“Several car seats that are used to transport children were expired.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2024
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“Two individuals listed on the operation's background check list that require to be inactivated using that haven't been associated with the operation since middle of December were still listed, and this is longer than the required 7 days of their termination date that they have to inactivated. **This was corrected at inspection when the individuals were inactivated.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“A staff file was reviewed and the staff was missing six clock hours of the 30 required clock hours in the annual training year of 5/9/2022 - 5/9/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2024
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of added space to a classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“One staff did not have all required 24 clock hours for the annual training year of 9/20/2022 - 9/20/2023 . The individual was missing 3 clock hours.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
- Aug 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“One child file was reviewed and did not have current immunizations in file.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“Diaper changes were observed at inspection and the diaper changing surface was not properly sanitized after any of the diaper changes observed.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Cleaning supplies and other items that state "Keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children in the restroom used by children. Additionally, the trash cans did not have lids on them to keep garbage inaccessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2023
Mar 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/16/2022 and it is required to be completed every 12 months, and therefore, it is past due.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2023
- Jan 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 20, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies was lacking information related to the promotion of indoor and outdoor activities, suscreen and insect repellant application expectations and the link to the minimum standards.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“Diaper changes were observed at inspection and the diaper changing surface was not sanitized after any of the diaper changes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“Staff were observed conducting diaper changes at inspection but did not wash their hands afterwards. Additionally, staff helped children with wiping their noses but did not wash their hands after.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The operation had various indoor and outdoor hazards identified at inspection. The playground had a toy car with sharp edges from broken pieces of the toy. A piece of concrete protrudes out of the dirt at an upward angle creating a large tripping hazard. Two classrooms had mop buckets or bowls of water in reach of children with cleaning solution.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
- Nov 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 31, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning chemicals were stored in a lower cabinet and were accessible to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“The documentation for emergency drills was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
“During snack time, food was served on the table's bare surface.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022
746.2207(c)(6) - Screen Time Activities - Off When Not in Use
“The television was on when not in use for over an hour during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022
- Aug 15, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 4, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual was the sole caregiver of a toddler classroom without an eligible background check result.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2022
Aug 3, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The director has not kept or maintained monthly checklists of the building and grounds.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual was the sole caregiver of a toddler classroom without an eligible background check result.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“The director did not have any training certificates available for review from her last annual training year.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2022
746.1301(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training
“The second director has not completed annual trainings from her training year of 8/11/2020-8/11/2021. The first director had not completed the following training topics within her annual training year of 5/9/2021-5/9/2022: Food Allergies, Abuse and Neglect, Building and Premises Safety, Hazardous Materials, and Emergency Preparedness.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2022
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“A caregiver did not sanitize a diaper-changing pad after changing a child's diaper.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022
- May 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 28, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A child's hands were not washed after having her diaper changed. The caregiver did not wash her own hands with soap and water after the diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2022
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“A piece of outdoor play equipment has broken pieces of plastic that present sharp points and pinching hazards.”
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2022
Apr 26, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The director was unaware of the hazards present in storing a propane tank inside the building. She also did not report a fire that took place on the premises to Licensing.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2022
746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
“The operation did not report to Licensing a fire that took place on the premises.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Cecy's Daycare
Is Cecy's Daycare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 15, 2016.
When was Cecy's Daycare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 2, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cecy's Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 38 rules across 10 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 38 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 Cecy's Daycare care for?
51, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Cecy's Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cecy's Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cecy's Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (806) 934-5572 to ask.
What is Cecy's Daycare's phone number?
(806) 934-5572.
Where is Cecy's Daycare?
1224 S Maddox Ave, Dumas, TX 79029. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA After School Program, 0.4 miles away.