Circle Creek Early Care and Education
2544 Clay Mathis Rd, Mesquite, TX
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Darlene Lemons
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $172
- year first permitted
- 2003
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About Darlene Lemons
Darlene Lemons is a home daycare in Mesquite, Texas. It is registered with the state (since November 24, 2003), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Darlene Lemons has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Dallas County has a median price of $172 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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 Darlene Lemons
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2003
- License number
- #834075
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 23, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 5 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safety and hazards 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 8 visits
- Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One child's application did not have a health statement signed by the child's Dr.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
747.5101 - Fire- Extinguishing System
“The fire extinuisher was not full and out of the green zone.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
- Dec 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
747.601(c) - Children's Records Accessible - to Licensing
“One child reocrds did not have an admission form for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022
- Jun 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 28, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
747.3803(a) - First Aid Kit - Complete Kit
“The operation's first aid kit did not have the required antiseptic solution or wipes or cotton balls.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Darlene Lemons
Is Darlene Lemons licensed?
Yes. Darlene Lemons is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued November 24, 2003. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Darlene Lemons last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on October 23, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Darlene Lemons had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Darlene Lemons care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Darlene Lemons accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Darlene Lemons' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Darlene Lemons cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 414-6141 to ask.
What is Darlene Lemons' phone number?
(214) 414-6141.
Where is Darlene Lemons?
Mesquite, TX 75181. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.