Sundance-Downtown YMCA
512 Lamar St, Fort Worth, TX
First United Methodist Day School
- licensed capacity
- 186
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $275
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About First United Methodist Day School
First United Methodist Day School is a licensed child care center in Fort Worth, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 5, 1986, for up to 186 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool. It lists monthly tuition from $275 to $942.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageFaith-basedPosts 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 186 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (FUMC) |
| Curriculum | The Creative Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Music, soccer, science, art, Stretch-n-Grow and Spanish |
| Class size | Toddler classrooms max 8 (younger) and 10 (older) |
| Staff | 24 hours continuing education every year; all First Aid and CPR certified |
| Licensed capacity | 186 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First United Methodist Day School lists monthly tuition from $275 to $942. 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 |
|---|---|
| 2s and 3s, 2 days/week (Tues/Thurs), Long Day | $365 |
| 2s and 3s, 2 days/week (Tues/Thurs), Short Day | $275 |
| 2s and 3s, 3 days/week (MWF), Long Day | $515 |
| 2s and 3s, 3 days/week (MWF), Short Day | $390 |
| 2s and 3s, 5 days (Monday-Friday), Long Day | $858 |
| 2s and 3s, 5 days (Monday-Friday), Short Day | $660 |
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| Infants & Toddlers (ages 3-23 months), 2 days/week (Tues/Thurs) | $395 |
| Infants & Toddlers (ages 3-23 months), 5 days (Monday - Friday) | $942 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After Care for 2s & 3s (12:30 - 2:30) | $20 |
| Before Care for 2s, 3s, 4s, & Pre-K (8:30-9:15) | $12.50 |
| Before Care, Infants & Toddlers (8:30-9:15) | $12.50 |
| $100 non-refundable registration fee | $100 |
11 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 First United Methodist Day School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 186 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #150738
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 29, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Background checks 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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Apr 29, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“Proof of education needed for three caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“It was observed that four staffs haven't certify / acknowledge that they been oriented yet.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“It was observed that two children did not wash their hands after diaper changing.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2026
Jun 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During a CCR inspection on 6/23/25, a caregiver was observed with access to children without eligible background checks. As a result of the deficiency, an administrative penalty is recommended per HRC 42.078(a-2).”
The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2025
- Sep 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 23, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The operation does not have a current fire inspection on file. The last documented inspection was conducted in Decemeber 2021.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Two caregivers were present without an cleared background check.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
Nov 2, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“Infant feeding instructions have not been updated since the inital enrollment information.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2022
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“2 of 10 children's files are missing the address for the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2022
- Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 2, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The center did not have verification of a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2021
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“Infant room 122 did not have adequate lighting to allow visual supervision of all children in the group.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“I observed an infant sitting in a feeding table without the safety strap.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about First United Methodist Day School
Is First United Methodist Day School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 5, 1986.
When was First United Methodist Day School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 29, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First United Methodist Day School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 First United Methodist Day School care for?
186, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First United Methodist Day School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are First United Methodist Day School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First United Methodist Day School cost?
Monthly tuition from $275 to $942, as it lists it.
What is First United Methodist Day School's phone number?
(817) 870-9174.
Where is First United Methodist Day School?
800 W 5th St, Fort Worth, TX 76102. The nearest other daycare we list is Sundance-Downtown YMCA, 0.1 miles away.