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Mesquite, TX 75150 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Discovery School
- licensed capacity
- 153
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Discovery School
Discovery School is a licensed child care center in Mesquite, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 12, 2019, for up to 153 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 153 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian), Play-based |
| Enrichment | Robotics Classes, Cultural Heritage, Creative Classes |
| Staff | Certified teachers |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Child care assistance accepted |
| Transportation | Transportation (Transportation) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star (Texas Rising Star certified, 92% score) |
| More | Founded 1985 |
| Licensed capacity | 153 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Discovery 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 Discovery School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 153 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1693120
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 16 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 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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- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
“The operation did not ensure that the mats had enough walking space between them.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“Two caregivers were observed using an electronic device (cell phone) while supervising naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
- Jun 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“There were 3 children present, 2 in the schoolers and 1 in the one year old class, at the operation that was not on the attendance sheet for the caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The playground s loose fill surfacing has grass growing through it and is not at the correct depth of 6 or 9 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025
May 27, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation failed to report an incident in which a child exited the playground area without supervision.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 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
“The operation failed to adequately supervise a child, resulting in the child being able to exit the playground area without detection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025
Mar 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The most recent fire inspection is past due.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2025
Show 33 earlier visits
- Nov 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 24, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the time of the inspection, the building grounds were not being cleaned properly or in good repair. There were visible holes in the center and there was evidence that rodents had been present. The evidence can be harmful to children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
- Jun 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 29, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“At the time of the inspection, two drivers did not have tranportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
746.801(18) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
“The operation did not maintain or have available for review, a record of the Children's Product Certification.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2024
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“At the time of the inspection, the operation did not maintain or have a playground maintenance record available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“During the time of the inspection, 10 children records were reviewed and lacked the following medical authorization, admission date, emergency contact address, permission for field trips, health statements, and doctor or facility info.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2024
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“At the time of the inspection, the operation did not maintain documentation (or practice) of emergency drills, smoke detector checks, and carbon monoxide tests.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“At the time of inspeccton, the operation sheets were not snuggly fitted.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“At the time of the inspection, one child did not current feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024
- Feb 7, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Hazards found on older playground (cracked picnic table, protruding nails and split wood on playground equipment).”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2023
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“Required Gas Inspection expired 02/04/23.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2023
- Jan 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 19, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jul 27, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Playground woodchip surfacing was insufficient.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2022
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“One child did not have the required admission information.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 2022
Jun 20, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The required Annual Fire Inspection Expired 04/15/21.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2022
Jun 9, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“A caregiver was alone with two year class with a Provisional Background.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 9, 2022Visit1 rule cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“A caregiver was alone with two year class with a Provisional Background.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 19, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“The Caregiver's CPR/1st Aid Documentation did not have a name listed, and did not include pediactrics.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2022
- Apr 15, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 28, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was evaluated, and found to be deficient. A caregiver did not have appropriate visual and/or auditory awareness of a child that was able to exit the playground gate for approximately five minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2022
- Mar 26, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 22, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Toddlers one year old were allowed screen time during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Feb 19, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2501(1) - Care Requirements for Toddlers - Routines Maintained
“This standard was evaluated, and found to be deficient. There is reason to believe Toddler Diapering Routines are not being maintained throughout the day.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2022
- Dec 22, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“One year old class was watching TV during the walkthrough.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 13, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“This standard was evaluated, and found to be deficient. Incident Report Forms were not provided by the operation of a situation placing children at risk.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2022
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“This standard was evaluated, and found to be deficient. The operation did not notify Licensing of an accident while transporting children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
- Nov 23, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 17, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“This standard was evaluated, and found to be deficient. Two Year, and Three Year Classrooms were found to be out of ratio according to sign in/out logs provided by the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Discovery School
Is Discovery School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 12, 2019.
When was Discovery School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Discovery School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 6 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 School care for?
153, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Discovery School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Discovery School's 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 Discovery School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 279-1202 to ask.
What is Discovery School's phone number?
(972) 279-1202.
Where is Discovery School?
4805 Gus Thomasson Rd, Mesquite, TX 75150. The nearest other daycare we list is ChildCareGroup at Eastfield College, 1.1 miles away.