Mary Ann Smith
Dallas, TX 75231 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
East Ridge Academy
- licensed capacity
- 156
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About East Ridge Academy
East Ridge Academy is a licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 6, 2024, for up to 156 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 156 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 156 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
East Ridge 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 East Ridge Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 156 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1793947
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 15 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- May 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“Two classrooms were observed not washing hands after diapering.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“Three of the four bottles in the infant classroom were not labelled with the child's name.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 1, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2025
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“This standard was tasked as part of a DFPS investigation and found deficient. A caregiver hit a child with a charging cord, leaving a mark on their body.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2025
- Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Two of the ten personnel records do not have pediatric First Aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2024
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
“All caregivers did not bring their class outside due to the weather. The weather was 60 degrees and sunny at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Show 5 earlier visits
- Jul 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Children have reported being struck on the head and body with a pointer stick as a form of punishment.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
- Jun 27, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
“Infants do not go outside. Toddlers and Pre-K aged children do not go outside for at least 60 minutes a day.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
“A gate used as a secondary exit from the outdoor space was locked while children were outside. This was corrected at inspection when the gate was unlocked.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Unmarked cleaning supplies were in one classroom during inspection. This was corrected at inspection when the chemicals were removed from the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about East Ridge Academy
Is East Ridge Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 6, 2024.
When was East Ridge Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has East Ridge Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 East Ridge Academy care for?
156, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does East Ridge Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are East Ridge Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does East Ridge Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 368-7903 to ask.
What is East Ridge Academy's phone number?
(214) 368-7903.
Where is East Ridge Academy?
6310 Eastridge Dr, Dallas, TX 75231. The nearest other daycare we list is Jeanette's Little Haven Enrichment Center, 0.4 miles away.