McKinney Academy
513 N Central Expy, Mckinney, TX
4.4· 66 reviews
Discovery Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 150
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $191
- year first permitted
- 2017
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About Discovery Learning Center
Discovery Learning Center is a licensed child care center in McKinney, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 12, 2017, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 33 visits in the last 3 years and cited 79 rules across 26 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 150 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM to 2:00 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 | 150 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Discovery Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Collin County has a median price of $191 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$191
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$158
Preschool
Center$170
Home daycare$156
School age
Center$162
Home daycare$149
State record
Inspection reports for Discovery Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 150 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2017
- License number
- #1651533
Summary
33 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 26 of 33 visits · 79 rules in all · 79 corrected
- Safety and hazards 12
- Staff training and qualifications 12
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Records and paperwork 9
- Supervision and ratios 8
- Safe sleep 7
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Other rules 10
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.
The state lists a corrective action on this permit.
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- Sep 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“The operation did not have proof showing that minimum standards training had been obtained by the governing body and persons left in charge within the sixty days of the start of the probation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have documentation showing a recent fire inspection was conducted by the local Fire Marshal. The last documented fire inspection the operation had on file was from 7/2/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2026
Jul 31, 2026Visit1 rule cited
745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent
“The operation failed to maintain an active franchise tax status, and as a result, the entity’s franchise tax status has been forfeited.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2026
- Jul 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“During the follow up inspection, the operation provided documentation showing that monthly meetings between the CEO and the director have occurred. However, the operation did not have proof showing that minimum standards training had been obtained by the governing body and persons left in charge within the sixty days of the start of the probation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2026
May 12, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“One caregiver had completed 17.5 hours of required 24 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“A substitute caregiver counted in ratio, the director and one caregiver were missing current proof of pediatric CPR training at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One of the ten children records reviewed was missing an immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
“During the inspection, one caregiver was with the 11 children who were in care; the ages of the children were 17 months, 2 years, 2 years, 2 years, 3 years, 3 years, 3 years, 3 years, 3 years, 4 years and 4 years.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“A 16 month old infant was not current on their immunizations and was missing the third doses of the DTaP and PCV vaccines.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“At the time of the inspection, the operation had not filled out documentation showing that a monthly meeting between the CEO and director had occurred by 4/24/2026.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“A substitute caregiver counted in ratio, the director and one caregiver were missing proof of current pediatric first aid training at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
- Apr 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“The operation has not been complying with the following conditions for the probation: the director has not been documenting information obtained during walk throughs of the center twice daily; the attendance sheets do not contain all the required information stated in the probation conditions; the Governing Body has not developed and submitted a plan to CCR guaranteeing that ratios are always maintained; the operation has not implemented their daily checklist for indoor and outdoor safety checks to be completed before children occupy any space.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The parent handbook was missing information about Parent Rights. This was corrected at inspection when the director added the parent rights information into the handbook.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“The operation has not conducted monthly checks of the fire extinguishers.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
“The operation has not conducted monthly checks of the carbon monoxide detector.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“In the infant room, there was more than an 18-month difference between the youngest infant and oldest toddler.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“In the outdoor play area, the grass and weeds exceeded 12 inches in height. A double gate and a spot in the fence in the outdoor play area had gaps large enough for children to go through the gate and fence. In the infant room, foam was exposed on the diaper changing mat; the operation put duct tape over the exposed foam during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
- Feb 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
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Jan 2, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.309(a)(1) - Parental Notification of Safe Sleeping Deficiency
“The operation did not notify parents of all enrolled children of a safe sleep deficiency which was cited on 12/15/25 by 12/20/25.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2026
Dec 30, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The director did not ensure that the operation operated in compliance when a person was left in charge did not have knowledge of where child files were kept.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2026
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“The owner has not followed policy in regard to the Plan of Action. The building and grounds checklists were not completed for the month of November and one week in October. Two caregivers did not have updated training, according to the Plan of Action.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2026
746.1013(a)(4) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Authority
“During an inspection, the person in charge did not have access to the personnel files.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2026
Dec 15, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During an inspection, the infant room was observed to have 7 infants in care with 1 caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 30, 2025
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“During an inspection, training records were not available for review by CCR staff.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 30, 2025
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“During an inspection, an infant was observed to be napping in a crib with a crib sheet that was loose.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 30, 2025
746.1013(a)(4) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Authority
“During an inspection, the person in charge did not ensure that ratios were maintained and that safe sleep practices were being followed. The person in charge also did not have access to the records required for the plan of action review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 30, 2025
- Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During an inspection, the infant room with a specified age group of 0-12 months had 6 children in care with 1 caregiver. Minimum standards states that this group should only have 4 children with 1 caregiver. During the inspection, 2 of the children were moved to another classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
Oct 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“At the time of inspection, 3 of the 5 the infant seats at the feeding table did not have straps present. The children were not observed strapped in the chairs during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
Sep 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“During the inspection time the owner/director advised that they have not reviewed the minimum standards in quite some times and is not familiar with current minimum standards and safety requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
746.1313 - Time Period of Training
“At the time of inspection, a caregiver that has been employed at the facility since December 2023 did not any record of the previous years trainings. The training certificates had been discarded prior to the inspection date.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2025
Sep 19, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined that a caregiver was allowed to be present in a classroom with a group of children prior to their background check eligibility being received. The caregiver was present at the facility on 9/12/25, eligibility notification wasn't received until 9/13/25. At the time of inspection, the caregiver was no longer employed or present at the facility.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2206(1)(B) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - 13 Months to Toddler and Pre K
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and inspection and found to be deficient. It was determined during the investigation that the children in care only go outdoors for play time approximately 10-15 minutes throughout the day.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined during this investigation and inspection that a 2-year-old child in care was able to climb out and almost fall from their crib during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
746.2901 - Supervised Naptime Daily
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined during the investigation, via recorded video footage, that two classes were not supervised by an adult while the children were asleep during naptime. Only the sleeping children were present in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
Jul 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“No updates have been made to the loose fill in the playground area. The rubber mulch in the playground area was very low at the time of inspection, as grass had grown up in the area.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2025
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director did not have documentation to account for the required 30 hours of annual training from the previous full year available for review. The director is currently missing 24 hours from the previous year. May 2024 - May 2025 is the training year. The director has scheduled classes to complete additional trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2025
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“The brownish red play structure has not received any repairs and some of the bottom wooden planks are lifting from the structure. Some screws are protruding on the structure and can be an entanglement hazards as well. Provider was advised to rope off the structures until further notice.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2025
Jul 14, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. At the time of inspection, the infants class had a total of 6 children and one caregiver present. The two youngest children being 7 months of age and the oldest being 22 months.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
746.3427 - Pest Extermination
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined during the time of the investigation inspection that the provider had not scheduled a pest control appointment since the last visit.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
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
“At the time of arrival for the investigation inspection, I observed a caregiver left in charge of one of the classes run back to their classroom as I appeared at the door. The classroom was left unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
Jul 14, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. At the time of inspection, the infants class had a total of 6 children and one caregiver present. The two youngest children being 7 months of age and the oldest being 22 months.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
746.3427 - Pest Extermination
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined during the time of the investigation inspection that the provider had not scheduled a pest control appointment since the last visit.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
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
“At the time of arrival for the investigation inspection, I observed a caregiver left in charge of one of the classes run back to their classroom as I appeared at the door. The classroom was left unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
Jul 3, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director did not have documentation to account for the required 30 hours of annual training from the previous full year available for review. The director has scheduled classes to complete additional trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
“As of today the operation has yet to conduct a lock down drill while the children are in care. Latches have been added to some classrooms for safety during the lock downs and caregivers have been instructed on what the drills are for, but a physical drill has not been conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“The brownish red play structure had openings and exposed nails at the time of the inspection. Some of the large nails in the border of the playground areas were also lifted in the smaller playground area. Some screws are protruding on the structure and can be an entanglement hazards as well.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“No updates have been made to the loose fill in the playground area. The rubber mulch in the playground area was very low at the time of inspection, as grass had grown up in the area.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
Jul 2, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3427 - Pest Extermination
“This standard was tasked over for this investigation and found to be deficient. A live bug and dead bug were observed in the diaper changing table in the 2's classroom. It was determined that pest control had not been present in the center since the previous year.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
Jun 16, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
“The operation did not have a carbon monoxide detector present in the center at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“At the time of inspection a caregiver with a pending background check status was present and unsupervised with a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2025
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“The brownish red play structure had openings and exposed nails at the time of the inspections. Some of the large nails in the border of the playground areas were also lifted at this time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director did not have documentation to account for the required 30 hours of annual training from the previous full year available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“At the time of the inspection, neither of the staff or management had current CPR/First Aid certification on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“At the time of inspection, four children did not have a health statement on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“At the time of inspection, three children did not have their most current immunizations records, according to their current age, on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The rubber mulch in the playground area was very low at the time of inspection, as grass had grown up in the area.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“One infant in care did not have their infant feeding instruction form present and up to date.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“At the time of inspection, some of the staff files were not properly prepared with the required documents and/or were not present to review fully.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
“At the time of inspection it was determined that no lock down drill had ever been conducted with the children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025
- May 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 19, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The operation failed to notify Licensing within the required 48-hour timeframe after a potential incident involving a child injury.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient. The director did not ensure staff followed proper procedures and failed to respond appropriately to parent concerns. There was insufficient oversight of caregiver conduct and incident handling, which demonstrated a lack of compliance with the minimum standards.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
Dec 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.311(a) - AP Parental Notification of Deficiency as described in 746.309 within 5 Days
“The operation was cited on 11/18/2024 for a safe sleep deficiency. The operation has not notified the parents of the deficiency.”
Corrected during the visit
Nov 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2409(a)(3) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Waterproof, Washable Mattress
“This standard was found to be deficient due to the crib mattress having significant tears in the cover, exposing the foam padding underneath which poses potential safety concerns. This was correct as the caregiver was asked to remove the mattress from the crib.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“This standard was found to be deficient due to the presence of a wasp nest on teh playground structure posing a safety hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Nov 15, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“This standard was found to be deficient. The daily operations of the center did not align with required standards. Disciplinary methods, such as loud verbal reprimands and yelling, were reported as intimidating and inappropriate. Oversight and enforcement of positive guidance practices were inadequate, contributing to a negative environment for the children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“This standard was found to be deficient. Evidence indicates disciplinary practices that exceeded acceptable guidelines, including excessive timeouts and loud verbal reprimands. The evidence confirmed that children were scared due to yelling and angry responses from the director when they did not listen. This created an intimidating environment, which is inconsistent with the minimum standards for positive discipline and guidance.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Aug 21, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient as three children were observed sleeping in cribs without mattresses. A caregiver reported that the Director had removed the mattresses. This violates the requirement that all cribs must have a firm, flat mattress that snugly fits the sides of the crib and is specifically designed for use with the crib model number. The absence of mattresses compromises the safety and well-being of children and does not meet the required safety standards for cribs.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient as the Director did not provide incident reports to the parents of a child who sustained a burn injury. This is a violation of the requirement to notify parents of less serious injuries, including those requiring first-aid treatment, at the time of pick-up. Failure to communicate such incidents compromises transparency and the parents' ability to appropriately respond to their child’s needs.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient as personnel files for caregiver was missing required training records. This deficiency indicates the operation failed to ensure proper documentation of caregiver qualifications and training compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be deficient as the victim child, did not have an enrollment folder on file. The lack of documentation demonstrates non-compliance with the requirement to maintain accurate and complete records for all children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Jun 26, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“This standard was found to be deficient after the operation's school playground was observed to have a board with exposed nails and cabinets needing repair, with these hazardous areas being accessible to the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation failed to provide current infant feeding forms for 5 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation did not have a current fire inspection during the walkthrough.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 6, 2024
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation failed to provide any current documentation of a playground checklist.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation did not have an up-to-date employee list.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
Jan 16, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation did not report the number of employees who left the operation in 2023 to CCR.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2024
Nov 9, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“This standard was found to be deficient after 2 caregivers do not have their current CPR training in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2024
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“This standard was found to be deficient after children were observed in feeding chairs without straps.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2024
746.4003(a)(1) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Gudie to first aid and emergency care
“This standard was found to be incomplete after their First Aid Kit was missing their guide to first aid and emergency care .”
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“This standard was found to be deficient after a caregiver did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2024
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“This standard was found to be deficient after the operation did not conduct a fire drill last month.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2024
746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months
“This standard was found to be deficient after 3 staff did not have their required children younger than 24 months of age, one hour of that caregiver s pre-service training regarding (1)Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma (2)Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) (3)Understanding early childhood brain development”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2024
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“This standard was found to be deficient after most of sheets in the cribs were loose.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2024
- Sep 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 26, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 26, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Jul 13, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual was observed to be in the classroom without a cleared background check on July 14, 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2023
- Jun 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 28, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed 1 individual to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
- Jan 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 19, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“This standard was found to be deficient after the director allowed 2 individuals to be present and supervise children at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed 2 individuals to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2023
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“This standard was found to be deficient after children's interviews confirmed that the operation director yelled at the children while the children are in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
Nov 16, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“This standard was found to be deficient as one caregiver did not have an affidavit in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2022
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“This standard was found to be deficient after one infant did not have a current feeding form. This was updated and corrected by the end of the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Jul 27, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“3 employees did not have affidavits in their file during the walk through of the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2022
Mar 22, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation was not able to provide documentaiton of a current fire drill.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2022
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“This standard was found to be deficient the operation was not able to provide current CPR training for four staff members.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2022
746.901(6)(A) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policies
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation was not able to provide Personnel forms for 2 employee files.”
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2022
- Feb 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 27, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Dec 21, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“This standard was recited after the operation was not able to provide documentation verifying the current status of any CPR Training of 2 caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
“This standard was recited.The employee list has stiill not been validated. The last time the operation's employee list was validated was in April 2021.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“This standard was recited. The chain link fense still needs to be repaird as it is not properly secured. The fence also had a large gap at the bottom large enough for a child to get through. The following repairs were oberved outside on the playground area. 1) Playstructure had a broken base board with exposed and sharp screws that were repaired with new new baseboards for added stability. 2)The yellow playground slide was cracked at the top.The crack has been covered with safety tape and is not exposed to the children in care. 3) Two car tires on the playground have been removed. 4) The large wooden table that was not sucured and was not sturdy had been removed from the playground area. 5)A broken bike was removed from the playground area. 6)A broken basketball base was removed and is no longer in the playground area. 7)Fertalizer spreader with fertalizer in it was removed from the playground area. 8)The boarder surrounding the surfacing material was repaird.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“This standard was recited as Two caregivers did not have proof ofthe SIDS, Shaken Baby and and Early Brain Development that is required annually.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“This standard recited and was found to be deficient as the operation did not have any documentation of safety documentation for emergency drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“This standard was recited and found to be deficient as the director was not able to provide any current transportation training during the time of the follow up inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“This standard recited and was found to be deficient as the operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted July 2020. The operation stated that the Fire Department will be conducted after January 7th.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2022
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“This standard was recited and found to be deficient as two caregivers did not have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“This standard was recited and found to be deficient as there was a bottle in refrigerator that was not labeled with the child's name. This was corrected during the follow up inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“This standard recited and was found to be deficient as the bucket seat table in the infant room did not have any straps in seats. The operation purchased the wrong straps for the bucket seat.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“This standard was recited and was found to be deficient as the feeding instructions of the infants were not current again and updated.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
- Dec 19, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2021Inspection14 rules cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“This standard was found to be deficient as the feeding instructions of the infants were not current.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The following were oberved outside on the playground area: 1) Playstructure had a broken base board with exposed and sharp screws. 2)The yellow playground slide was cracked at the top. 3) Two car tires on the playground 4)The chain link fense needs to be repaird as it is not properly secured. The fence also had a large gap at the bottom large enough for a child to get through. 4)A large wooden table was not sucured and was not sturdy ( The table fell over during the walk through of the playground.) 5)A broken bike needs to be removed from the playground. 6)A broken basketball base was broken. The base had exposed metal pieces. 7)Fertalizer spreader with fertalizer in it was oberverd and accessible to the children in care. 8)The boarder surrounding the surfacing material was broken and needs to be repaired or replaced.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“This standard was found to be deficient as three caregivers did not have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Three caregivers did not have proof of SIDS, Shaken Baby and and Early Brain Development.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“This standard was found to be deficient as one caregiver did not have a file at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“This standard was found to be deficient as the bucket seat table in the infant room did not have any straps in seats. A child was observed sitting on the bucket table.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
“The employee list was last validated in April 2021.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“The operation was not able to provide documentation verifying the current status of any CPR Training of the caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted July 2020.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One classroom is out of ratio. There were 21 children being cared for by one caregiver. The specified age group for that class is 4 years old and one caregiver can only be in charge of 18 children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“This standard was found to be deficient as there were bottles in refrigerator that were not labeled appropriately.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.2401(2) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Individual Attention
“This standard was observed and found to be deficient. A 4 month old infant was isolated in a bouncer that was enlcosed by a playgate. No physical engagement between the 4 month old infant and that other children in care was observed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation did not have any documentation of safety documentation for emergency drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“This standard was found to be deficient as the director was not able to provide any current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
Nov 12, 2021Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.601(c) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
“This standard was found to be deficient as children's? records were not available for review during the investigation”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“This standard was found to be deficient as the operation failed to report the incident to State Licensing.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“This standard was found to be deficient as personnel records were not available for review during the investigation.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was found to be deficient during the investigation after it was determined that the staff was not properly supervising the children in the classroom. It was found that the staff sometimes monitor the children via the security camera.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
Nov 2, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed a person to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligiblilty. The operation stated that the background check had been entered but was not able to find any proof of the eligibility and Childcare Regulation was not able to show that the background check had been entered. An additional penalty in the amount of the daily maximum will be recommended for each day past the compliance date that the deficiency is not corrected. It is your responsibility to notify Licensing when you have corrected the deficiency.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2021
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One classroom is out of ratio. There were 6 children being cared for by one caregiver. The specified age group for that class is 12-17 months and one caregiver can only be in charge of 5 children. Another caregiver arrived to help in that classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
746.2427 - AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
“The operation failed to place an infant on its back to sleep. The child is 3 months old and unable to turn over independently. The operation did not have an Infant Sleep Exception Form for the child.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
- Oct 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 13, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The toddler classroom was out of ratio. There were 15 children present with a specified age group of 2 years old. With this specified age group, one caregiver can be in charge of only 11 children. In the infant room, there were 8 children present with one caregiver. The specified age group is 12-17 months. This specified age group would allow one caregiver to supervise only 5 children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2021
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed two persons to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the Centralized Background Check Unit regarding the person's eligibility. One person remained in the classroom and an additional person, who is considered an employee, was cleaning floors throughout the building. Only the cleaning person was sent home. An additional penalty in the amount of the daily maximum will be recommended for each day past the compliance date that the deficiency is not corrected. It is your responsibility to notify Licensing when the you have corrected the deficiency.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2021
- Oct 12, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 8, 2021Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
“One person, present in a classroom, did not have prior experience in a regulated operation and did not have the required pre-service training. The person needing the pre-service training was sent home.”
Corrected during the visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed two persons to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the Centralized Background Check Unit regarding the person's eligibility. One person was sent home and one person remained in the classroom. An additional penalty in the amount of the daily maximum will be recommended for each day past the compliance date that the deficiency is not corrected. It is your responsibility to notify Licensing when the you have corrected the deficiency.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2021
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The toddler classroom was out of ratio. There were 13 children present with a specified age group of 2 years old. This specified age group would allow one caregiver to supervise 11 children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2021
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“There were a total of 8 children in the infant room. The age range was between 9 weeks and 2 years. In an infatn room, there cannot be more than 18 months difference between the youngest child and the oldest child in the room.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Discovery Learning Center
Is Discovery Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 12, 2017.
When was Discovery Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 33 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Discovery Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 79 rules across 26 of 33 visits in the last 3 years; 79 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 Discovery Learning Center care for?
150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Discovery Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Discovery Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Discovery Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 548-9071 to ask.
What is Discovery Learning Center's phone number?
(972) 548-9071.
Where is Discovery Learning Center?
1815 W White Ave, McKinney, TX 75069. The nearest other daycare we list is Crossing Point School, 0.7 miles away.