Journeys of the Heart
806 Duckenfield Ave, Tyler, TX
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Creative Children's Academy
- licensed capacity
- 42
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About Creative Children's Academy
Creative Children's Academy is a licensed child care center in Tyler, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 16, 2020, for up to 42 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 42 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 42 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Creative Children's Academy 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.
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
State record
Inspection reports for Creative Children's Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 42 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1696043
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 11 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safe sleep 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 22 visits
- Sep 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 28, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.301(5) - Notification of Change in Age Range of Children In Care
“This standard was reviewed during an investigation and was found to be deficient. There is sufficient evidence that supports that the operation has been caring for school age children without notifying CCR.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
- Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“During the walk through it was found that the operation moved the infant classroom from the back of the building to the pre-k classroom without notifying CCR and amending the permit.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present
“During the inspection there was a caregiver supervising two classroom during naptime. However, the caregiver was not physically present in the same area as both classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver was observed utilizing her personal cellphone while caring for children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
- Sep 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 4, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation's fire inspection expired on 3/14/2024 and a recent fire inspection has not been conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“While reviewing personnel files one caregiver was missing the following; notarized affidavit, pre-employment affidavit, and orientation statement.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2025
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“While reviewing personnel files 5 caregivers did not have a current certificate for CPR/ First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During the inspection there was an infant observed to be left unsupervised while asleep in their crib.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“While reviewing children files I observed 4 out of 6 files were missing required information such as; information for emergency contacts, updated immunizations, release information, acknowledgment of operational policies, water activity permissions, and transportation permissions.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“There was an infant observed asleep in their crib with a bib on.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
- Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 9, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Feb 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The first aid kit was incomplete and was missing gauze pads and the guide to first aid.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“The food allergy alert plan for 2 children with an allergy was not available at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“The children records were reviewed and one record did not have the emergency contact address.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“The children records were reviewed. Two records were missing updated shot records.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2024
Show 12 earlier visits
- Nov 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 31, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device at nap.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023
746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
“The use zone for the rocking piece of equipment did not have a 6 foot use zone.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Upon arrival at the operation there was one caregivere caring for 26 children ages 6m-5years at nap time. This was corrected within 30 minutes when the other caregivers arrived from lunch and for their afternoon shifts.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023
- Aug 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 1, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During inspection the two infant rooms were out of ratio. One infant room had 1 caregiver with 5 infants 3m-11m. The second infant room had 1 caregiver for 6 children SAG 17m. Both room ratios were corrected during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2023
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“An infant was observed to be unbuckled in the highchair with the tray detached. The child was attempting to climb out of the highchair.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2023
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During inspection it was observed that a caregiver left 6 children alone in a room ages 11m-2 years, SAG of 17m, in high chairs when the caregiver left the room to go to their car. This was corrected when the caregiver returned to the room.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2023
746.2431(5) - Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
“During inspection the infant daily reports were reviewed and did not have a spot for the summary of daily activities.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Immunization records were reviewed for the HASA. Two records were not current and up to date.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2023
746.2411(2)(I) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Label for Each Infant
“During inspection it was observed that the infant play yards did not have a name for each child on the cribs.”
Corrected during the visit
Nov 30, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During inspection one classroom was observed to be over ratio while waiting for two caregivers to arrive for work. This was corrected during inspection when the caregivers arrived.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During inspection, one classroom was over ratio. The 2 - 3 yrs old class had 16 children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep unbuckled in a high chair.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
“During a follow up inspection the operation was operating with 44 children present and capacity is 38 children for the operation total.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep unbuckled in a high chair, 3 infants were observed in high chairs unbuckled.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
May 24, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
“During a follow up inspection the operation was operating with 41 children present and capacity is 38 children for the operation total.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2022
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“A follow up was conducted on this day. The SIDS and Shaken Baby training was not found in the employee file as complete. This standard was re-cited.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2022
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“A follow up was conducted on this day. The immunization record has not been provided by the parent and is not current. The standard was re-cited.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2022
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“A follow up was conducted on this day. One of the children present did not have an updated feeding instruction. The standard was re-cited.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2022
May 9, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During inspection Lysol wipes were obsesrved to be on a low shelf in the bathroom that the children use and have access to. This was corrected at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Training records were reviewed for the HASA and one record was missing training for SIDS and Shaken Baby.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“An employee was observed cleaning an infants hands after a diaper change with a baby wipe. This was corrected when the caregiver washed the infants hands with water and soap.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Four children files were reviewed for the HASA and one file did not have a current immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.2505(3) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Items Accessible to Children
“During inspection it was observed that there were only large play items availble for the children to play with in the room and accessible.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
“Traning was reviewed for the HASA and one employee did not have child maltreatment training as required.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“The infant feeding instructions were reviewed and have not been updated in the last 30 days. The last date of review was on 4/1/22”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The grounds checklist were observed for the HASA and had not been completed since February of 2022.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.501(a)(18)(A) - Written Operational Policies - Benefits
“The operational policies were reviewed and were missing the activity portion, specifically the benefits of physical activity, duration of play and where the children will go in the event of extreme weather.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
“The activity plans were reviewed and there is only one outdoor time listed for the children.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
- Jan 28, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jan 25, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1401(g) - Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the DFPS investigation and found to be deficient. One substitute present at the operation did not have a complete orientation before being counted in child/caregiver ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Creative Children's Academy
Is Creative Children's Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 16, 2020.
When was Creative Children's Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Creative Children's Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 4 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Creative Children's Academy care for?
42, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Creative Children's Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Creative Children's Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Creative Children's Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 747-8284 to ask.
What is Creative Children's Academy's phone number?
(903) 747-8284.
Where is Creative Children's Academy?
3108 Bellwood Rd, Tyler, TX 75701. The nearest other daycare we list is Journeys of the Heart, 0.1 miles away.