The Childrens Courtyard
1601 Corporate Cir, Southlake, TX
4.8· 60 reviews
Excel Academy
- licensed capacity
- 145
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $550
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About Excel Academy
Excel Academy is a licensed child care center in Southlake, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 25, 2018, for up to 145 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $550 to $1,210.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyBilingual programPosts tuition
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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 145 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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. It lists: 6wkâ5th |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish) |
| Curriculum | Budding Scholars⢠|
| Enrichment | Taekwondo, Dance, Spanish, Gymnastics, Chess, Art, Music |
| Class size | Toddler classroom: 12 Students |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 145 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Excel Academy lists monthly tuition from $550 to $1,210. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Tarrant County has a median price of $199 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Age 3 | $1,210 |
| Age 4 | $1,160 |
| Monthly | $550 |
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$199
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$185
Home daycare$168
Preschool
Center$180
Home daycare$166
School age
Center$169
Home daycare$157
State record
Inspection reports for Excel Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 145 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1661846
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 12 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 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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- Aug 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2026Visit2 rules cited
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
“This standard was evaluated in regard to a report and was found to be deficient. Children were not appropriately supervised which led to multiple children climbing onto a bookshelf and jumping off. Once child was injured as a result.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of caregivers-Set appropriate behavior expectations
“This standard was evaluated in regard to a report and was found to be deficient. The caregiver did not have control of the classroom. Children were involved in free play which was not appropriately managed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
- Aug 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 16, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The total number of employees who had left the operation in the previous calendar year was not completed by the January 15 as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2025
- Sep 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 12, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver did not used good judgement when telling children a fictional character will come a get their belongings if they don't listen. Some children were scared and did not take the statement well.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2024
Show 13 earlier visits
Jan 16, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“As of the day of this assessment the operation has not entered the number of employees who have left employment with the operation as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
- Nov 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 26, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“At the time of the inspection the most recent gas inspection had occurred more than 2 years prior to the inspection date.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“At the time of the inspection one of the vehicles used for transportation did not have a fire extinguisher mounted in the vehicle. This was observed laying on the floor in the passenger seat side.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“At the time of the inspection the 2 vehicles used for transportation did not have working child safety alarms that are required to ensure that caregivers check the vehicle completely, preventing any children from being left inside the vehicle.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 records for children did not have an up to date immunization record on file.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023
- May 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
May 2, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“Information obtained through a DFPS investigation determined that the parent of a child involved in a situation that placed the child at risk was not informed about the incident.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2023
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Information obtained through a DFPS investigation determined that a situation in which children were placed at risk was not reported to Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2023
- Dec 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 9, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“On the outside playground, a piece of equipment was found to have several cracks. There was a crack which posed a pinching hazard to children. Staff were notified of the issue and the equipment was immediately moved from the playground and placed by the trash bin for pickup.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 1, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 8, 2022Visit3 rules cited
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“This standard was evaluated in regards to a report and was found to be deficient. The information and the written incident report shared with the parent regarding the incident was not accurate. The incident report did not accurately reflect the amount of time the child was unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2022
746.3001(3) - Field Trips - Written List of Children
“This standard was evaluated in regards to a report and was found to be deficient. The center policy is that each caregiver on the field trip routinely check the written list of children. One caregiver failed to follow procedure and as a result a child was not accounted for during a field trip.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“This standard was evaluated in regards to a report and was found to be deficient. A child was left unsupervised for approximately 30-45 minutes while on a field trip. The field trip was in a public building and the child was at risk while not with the group.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2022
Feb 16, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“Four child files did not have the food allergy emergency care plan.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Excel Academy
Is Excel Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 25, 2018.
When was Excel Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Excel Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Excel Academy care for?
145, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Excel Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Excel Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Excel Academy cost?
Monthly tuition from $550 to $1,210, as it lists it.
What is Excel Academy's phone number?
(817) 421-1333.
Where is Excel Academy?
1400 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092. The nearest other daycare we list is Trinity Private School, 0.1 miles away.