Veronica Eguia Ibarra
Dallas, TX 75220 · toddlers to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Creative Steps Academy
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2017
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About
About Creative Steps Academy
Creative Steps Academy is a licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 25, 2017, for up to 85 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Child Care Assistance (CCA) |
| Transportation | Transportation (Transportation available for After School Program) |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star |
| More | Founded 1991 |
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Creative Steps Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $194 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$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 Creative Steps Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2017
- License number
- #1643707
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 10 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- 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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- Jun 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 2, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule 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
“A caregiver who was responsible for supervising a group of children resulted in a child leaving the premises.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
Jun 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“One caregiver file was observed to be without current documentation of pediatric CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One caregiver file was obserrved to be without current documentation of pediatric first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
- Sep 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 8, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
- Jul 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 9, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment
“The director's file did not include a current training certificate in abuse and neglect.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“In the infant classroom, there were 5 infants (sag: 0-11 months) and 1 caregiver. The deficiency was corrected as a second caregiver was assigned to the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“1 of 8 staff files reviewed did not include an employee affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“1 of 8 staff files reviewed did not include training in: (1)Emergency preparedness. (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases. (3)Administering medication. (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction. (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety. (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Creative Steps Academy
Is Creative Steps Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 25, 2017.
When was Creative Steps Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Creative Steps Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 10 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 Creative Steps Academy care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Creative Steps Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Creative Steps Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Creative Steps Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 989-7586 to ask.
What is Creative Steps Academy's phone number?
(214) 989-7586.
Where is Creative Steps Academy?
3250 Oradell Ln, Dallas, TX 75220. The nearest other daycare we list is Lumin Bachman Lake Community School, 0.3 miles away.