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1805 N Garrett Ave, Dallas, TX
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Dallas Day School
- licensed capacity
- 260
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 1993
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About
About Dallas Day School
Dallas Day School is a licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 3, 1993, for up to 260 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 260 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 260 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Dallas Day School 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 Dallas Day School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 260 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1993
- License number
- #401371
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 14, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 12 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- 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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- Aug 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jun 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“During the inspection, a caregiver was observed using a cell phone. This was corrected during the inspection, and the phone was put away.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
“During the inspection, emergency medication for a child was observed without the original container.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2026
- Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 16, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A review of video surveillance indicated that the caregiver placed the infant in an unsafe position, resulting in the infant falling to the floor and sustaining facial impact. The caregiver did not notify program management of the incident in a timely manner, which delayed parent notification.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026
- Oct 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“While the operation raked and added more loose-fill on the Pre-K playground. It still measured about an inch in depth and the concrete anchors could still be seen.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2025
Sep 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation has not conducted a fire drill since July 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2025
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose- fill on the Pre-K playground meausred less than one inch; concrete anchors could be seen.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
Oct 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“At the time of the inspection 1 child did not have an allergy plan on file with the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2024
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Of the employee files reviewed during the visit no trainings were observed with the topics required pertaining to Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Understanding building and physical premises safety and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials..”
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2024
- Nov 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
- Nov 29, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Nov 17, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
“Playground area for 3Y-5Y does not have the required nine inches of surfacing.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 27, 2023
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The required Health Inspection expired 07/05/23.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 5, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Playground hazards: Fence repair, protruding nails on wooden playhouses.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“One child did not have the required Food Allergy Plan.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2023
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“An infant was asleep in a swaddled sleep sack.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 26, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
“A bottle was propped during mealtime.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
- Apr 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 31, 2023Visit2 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver was using their personal cell phone in the presence of children.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2023
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Two caregivers grabbed and pulled a child inappropriately.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2023
- Dec 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 25, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Only 2 of the 10 caregiver records reviewed had the required 24 clock hours of required training”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2022
746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
“A severe weather drill has not been documented as being conducted since 1/31/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“A fire drill was not documented as being conducted since September of 2021 and should be done monthly.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
“A lockdown drill has not been documented as being conducted at the operation”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operations fire inspection has not been conducted since September of 2020 and is past due.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2022
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The centers annual gas inspection has not been conducted within the 2 year timeframe as required. The last inspection was conducted 10/31/2019.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Dallas Day School
Is Dallas Day School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 3, 1993.
When was Dallas Day School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 14, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Dallas Day School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 6 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Dallas Day School care for?
260, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Dallas Day School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Dallas Day School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Dallas Day School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 828-9800 to ask.
What is Dallas Day School's phone number?
(214) 828-9800.
Where is Dallas Day School?
4242 Office Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75204. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA @ Personalized Prep Sam Houston, 0.3 miles away.