The Learning Experience Farmers Branch
12800 Josey Lane, Farmers Branch, TX
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Dallas Daycare Academy
- licensed capacity
- 190
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About Dallas Daycare Academy
Dallas Daycare Academy is a licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 14, 2018, for up to 190 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageSummer campMeals providedBilingual program
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
- 190 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 old through preschool |
|---|---|
| Programs | Summer camp |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion |
| Curriculum | Frog Street Press |
| Enrichment | Multicultural activities, arts and crafts, gymnastics, yoga, dance, music, soccer and other sports skills, and gardening |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Licensed capacity | 190 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Dallas Daycare 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 Dallas Daycare Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 190 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1668907
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Food and nutrition 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Jul 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 8, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“3 of the 10 children's files reviewed did not have information for another individual to be contacted in the event of an emergency.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.2419(1) - Requirements for Feeding Infants-Hold through 6-months
“During the inspection infants younger than six months were observed laying on boppy pillows being fed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
“Recommended meal patterns are not being followed for meal times.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Ten staff files reviewed did not have completed trainings for topics required for their annual training year for the health and safety audit.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
- Jul 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 16, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation's annual inspection was due in March 2025. The operation has not scheduled their next inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures
“Two toddler classrooms were observed during diapering. The children nor the caregivers washed their hands following the change.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The playground used for children 2 years old and up did not have at least six inches of mulch for it's fall zone exposing the ground underneath it.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.3407(5) - Sanitize Potty-Chairs
“The operation had several potty chairs in the Toddler and PK-3 classroom bathrooms with urine sitting in them.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“The annual training for caregivers has been provided through block training given as orientation and pre-service training on their anniversary date.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“The operation has 4 children with expired epi-pens.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
- Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Two F.A.R.E forms reviewed did not have parent signature as required.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
“The medication supplied to the center for emergency purposes was not contained in its original packaging.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
Aug 2, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Three staff files review did not complete documetation of training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One child file reviewed was missing the required statement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
- May 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 21, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
“During my walk through I observed 14 infant's with four caregivers in one room and 14 infants with five caregivers in a second room.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2022
Show 3 earlier visits
- Jan 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 4, 2021Visit2 rules cited
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Eight complete training records were not availible for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2021
746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
“Five of eight staff files reviewed did not have the required documentation for training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
Oct 8, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Eight complete training records were not availible for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2021
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“One of eight children files reviewed did not have immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2021
746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
“Five of eight staff files reviewed did not have the required documentation for training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Dallas Daycare Academy
Is Dallas Daycare Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 14, 2018.
When was Dallas Daycare Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Dallas Daycare Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Daycare Academy care for?
190, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Dallas Daycare Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Dallas Daycare Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Dallas Daycare Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 863-8890 to ask.
What is Dallas Daycare Academy's phone number?
(972) 863-8890.
Where is Dallas Daycare Academy?
11425 Marsh Ln, Dallas, TX 75229. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA @ DeGolyer Elementary, 0.4 miles away.