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8707 Dover Ave, Lubbock, TX
Children's Orchard Academy
- licensed capacity
- 238
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $146
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About Children's Orchard Academy
Children's Orchard Academy is a licensed child care center in Lubbock, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 7, 2019, for up to 238 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 238 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian (Christ-centered)), Play-based |
| Enrichment | Music/fine arts and physical education through Stretch-n-Grow for preschool & up classes |
| Daily life | Extended care: Extended hours program (God's World) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (nationally accredited) |
| Licensed capacity | 238 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Children's Orchard Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Lubbock County has a median price of $146 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$146
Home daycare$133
Toddler
Center$138
Home daycare$127
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$126
School age
Center$128
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Children's Orchard Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 238 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1678302- 9091
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 18 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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See all 35 visits
- Sep 10, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- May 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“It was found during the investigation that an employee used inappropriate discipline on a child in care by grabbing and pulling the child.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2026
- Mar 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jun 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“4 out of 10 records reviewed was missing a Health Statement in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 out 10 records reviewed was missing a current immunization in their file. 1 out of 10 records reviewed was missing an immunization in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
- Oct 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 25 earlier visits
- Oct 11, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 13, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- May 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 12, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“3 out of 10 records reviewed was missing a current immunization record in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 out of 10 records reviewed was missing an immunization record in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2023
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“It was found during the inspection that an infant under 12 months of age was sleeping with a pacifier that had a stuff animal attached to the pacifier. This was corrected during the inspection by removing the pacifier and stuff animal from the crib.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2023
- Sep 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 6, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“During the investigation a caregiver admitted to using their cell phone for personal reasons while supervising children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2023
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
“It was found during the investigation that a caregiver admitted to restraining a child during naptime to force the child to sleep.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2023
Aug 30, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“It was found during the investigation that a caregiver inappropriately disciplined a child.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2023
- Aug 26, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 27, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- May 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 14, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“It was found during the investigation that caregivers engaged in a physical altercation in the presence of children.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
- Dec 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 8, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“2 out of 7 children's records reviewed was missing an updated shot record verifying they are are current on all immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2022
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“During the inspection it found that a caregiver did not know how many children they were responsible for. Caregiver had to verify the number of children by looking at their sign in/out sheet.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2022
- Jan 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 3, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 6, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“It was found during the investigation that a caregiver inappropriately disciplined a child.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Children's Orchard Academy
Is Children's Orchard Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 7, 2019.
When was Children's Orchard Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children's Orchard Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Children's Orchard Academy care for?
238, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Children's Orchard Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Children's Orchard Academy'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 Children's Orchard Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (806) 776-0888 to ask.
What is Children's Orchard Academy's phone number?
(806) 776-0888.
Where is Children's Orchard Academy?
5007 98th St, Lubbock, TX 79424. The nearest other daycare we list is Primrose School Lubbock South, 0.5 miles away.