Erika Sterling
Farmers Branch, TX 75234 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing
- licensed capacity
- 239
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing
Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing is a licensed child care center in Farmers Branch, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 15, 2024, for up to 239 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 31 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens 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
- 239 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 239 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing 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 Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 239 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1786525
Summary
31 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 31 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 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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- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 18, 2026Visit1 rule 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
“Through investigation, it was determined that a child was left alone in a classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2026
- Apr 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 22, 2026VisitNo rules cited
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- Mar 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A person with a pending background check status was observed to be in a classroom with children during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2026
- Feb 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 23, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Through investigation, it was determined that an incident was not reported to CCR as required.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
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
“Through investigation it was determined that a child was left unsupervised in class.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
Feb 12, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Two staff files were observed to be missing a Preemployment Affidavit (Form 2985).”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two child files were observed to be in need of updated immunization recrods.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A food allergy emergency plan was not present in the file of a child who was identified as having a food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Four infants in care were lacking current signed feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
- Dec 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Apr 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
“A current health inspection report was not available at the time of inspection,”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
- Feb 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 23, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“One caregiver file was observed to be without documentation of orientation training.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2025
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“A caregiver was observed on video recording using inappropriate discipline, including grabbing, poking, and yelling at children.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 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
“A caregiver allowed a child to remain in the bathroom alone, where the child could not be seen. placing the child at risk of harm.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2025
Sep 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The operation did not have a record verifying monthly checks of the equipment and surfacing material for normal wear and tear, broken or missing parts, debris or foreign objects, drainage problems, or other hazards. The operation Designee completed a check of the play area in detail and documented the findings during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
“The operation did not have a log verifying that the carbon monoxide detector is being checked monthly. The Director purchased a battery operated detector that can be monitored monthly, and ran a test and logged the test on a form during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“One infant did not have a current feeding instruction document in the classroom signed by the parent for the month of September 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2024
- Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- May 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“Based on the information obtained, it was determined that a child was being left in restrictive devices for longer than the 15 minutes allowed.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
- Mar 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation failed to report the number of employees left in 2023 by the deadline of 1/15/24.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2024
Jan 18, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation failed to report the number of employees left in 2023 by the deadline of 1/15/24.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2024
- Dec 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing
Is Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 15, 2024.
When was Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 31 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 10 of 31 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing care for?
239, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 640-0786 to ask.
What is Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing's phone number?
(972) 640-0786.
Where is Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing?
12800 Mercer Pkwy, Farmers Branch, TX 75234.