YMCA at Lively Elementary
1800 Plymouth Dr W, Irving, TX
Derra Smith
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $172
- year first permitted
- 2017
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About
About Derra Smith
Derra Smith is a home daycare in Irving, Texas. It is registered with the state (since October 4, 2017), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 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 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Derra Smith 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).
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 Derra Smith
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2017
- License number
- #1659320
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 6
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 9 visits
- May 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 14, 2025Visit2 rules cited
747.1313(a) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
“She has yet to complete her CPR and first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2025
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“She has yet to complete her CPR and first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2025
Jan 8, 2025Visit2 rules cited
747.1313(a) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
“The CPR and first aid training has expired.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“The CPR and first aid training has expired.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
Nov 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“The CPR and first aid training has expired.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2025
747.1313(a) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
“The CPR and first aid training has expired.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2025
Mar 2, 2023Visit1 rule cited
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“The permit holder was missing 23 of the 30 required annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 23, 2023
Jan 20, 2023Visit7 rules cited
747.611(b) - Health Statement on File
“There was no health statement available for 3 of 4 student files reviewed.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023
747.905(1) - Personnel Records for Household Members -TB Test
“There was no TB test on file for a household member.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2023
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“The permit holder was missing 29 of the 30 required annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2023
747.801(1) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“There was no file available for 1 of 4 children enrolled at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“3 of 4 student files reviewed did not include immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023
747.905(2) - Personnel Records for Household Members - Orientation
“There was no orientation training on file for a household member.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“There was no current documentation on file for fire drills, fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide, and smoke detector checks.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023
Dec 21, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“There were no background checks on file for the permit holder and two adult household members. The deficiency was corrected as background checks were submitted for each individual.”
Corrected during the visit
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“There was no current documentation on file for fire drills, fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide, and smoke detector checks.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“3 of 4 student files reviewed did not include immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
747.611(b) - Health Statement on File
“There was no health statement available for 3 of 4 student files reviewed.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
747.905(2) - Personnel Records for Household Members - Orientation
“There was no orientation training on file for a household member.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
747.801(1) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“There was no file available for 1 of 4 children enrolled at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“The permit holder was missing 29 of the 30 required annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
747.905(1) - Personnel Records for Household Members -TB Test
“There was no TB test on file for a household member.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
Jan 28, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
747.801(2) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“There are no feeding instructions available for one infant in care not yet ready for table food.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2022
747.2102(a) - Written Activity Plan - Develop and Follow
“The operation did not have a written activity plan available to review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2022
747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
“Sign in/out logs are not used for children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2022
747.611(a) - Required Health Statement
“1 of 4 children's files reviewed did not include a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2022
747.213(a) - AP Parent Notification of Liability Insurance - If No Insurance Must Notify Parent in Writing at Enrollment
“A child was admitted to care before notifying parents that the operation does not carry liability insurance.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2022
747.503 - Provide Parents With Copy of Policies
“1 of 4 children's files reviewed did not include proof of parental receipt of operational policies.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2022
747.1305(d) - Caregivers Required Annual Training-Required Topics without hour restriction
“The permit holder's annual trainings did not include training in the following areas: 1. Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction. 2. Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Derra Smith
Is Derra Smith licensed?
Yes. Derra Smith is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued October 4, 2017. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Derra Smith last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Derra Smith had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Derra Smith care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Derra Smith accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Derra Smith's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Derra Smith cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 639-1367 to ask.
What is Derra Smith's phone number?
(972) 639-1367.
Where is Derra Smith?
Irving, TX 75061. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.