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Kids Palace Learning Center

1001 Metker St, Irving, TX 750623.9· 33 reviews
licensed capacity
79
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$194
year first permitted
2005

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About Kids Palace Learning Center

Kids Palace Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Irving, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 2, 2005, for up to 79 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 27 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
79 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity79 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Kids Palace Learning Center 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.
Dallas County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Kids Palace Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
79 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2005
License number
#845662
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 6, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 12 visits · 27 rules in all · 27 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Transportation 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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  1. Jan 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “One child'd files was missing a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025

  3. Jul 28, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

      “Two staff members were missing their orientation and pre employment affidavits.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 29, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “I saw the infant caregiver be on their personal cell phone while a child was sitting on their lap. The caregiver then got off their phone and put it away.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      “The infant caregiver had the tv on for 5 children under 2 years old.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant

      “1 infant child did not have a labeled crib.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessLow risk

      746.901(3) - Required Personnel Records - TB Test

      “2 staff members were missing their tuberculosis test.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “Three children files were missing a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2025

    • TransportationMedium risk

      746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation

      “In the operation policies it was missing the transportation section. Also, It was missing the unassigned epinepherine auto injector section and parent rights. It was missing more detail for physical activity.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2025

  4. Feb 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File

      “A 3 month old infant was swaddled to sleep in crib.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “The caregiver CPR training was completed on line.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2025

  6. Dec 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

      “During the monitoring visit, there were four infants that were not buckled in their chairs that were connected to the table. The ages of the children were 16 and 17 months. The caregiver buckled the four infants chairs upon request during the monitoring visit.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “The caregiver CPR training was completed on line.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025

  7. Dec 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  8. Nov 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Oct 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 20 earlier visits
  1. Mar 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information

      “2 out of 8 children were missing the name, address, and phone number of the children's physican.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024

  2. Mar 4, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “Infant caregiver was seen talking on personal device while infants were in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

      “The playground structure needs to be repaired. It has loose nails accessible to children. Wooden pieces are broken and can cause splinters to children.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

      “All infants in the infant room were missing infant feeding instructions.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh risk

      746.2411(2)(A) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads

      “All play yards had extra mattress space.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required

      “The director did not have 30 clock hours of annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

      “The operation did not have a current gas leak inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “The infant room did not have a written activity plan.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

      “6 out of 7 staff records reviewed did not have 24 hours of annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “7 out of 7 staff records were missing pediatric cpr/first aid with hands on training.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information

      “2 out of 8 children were missing the name, address, and phone number of the children's physican.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.2411(2)(I) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Label for Each Infant

      “All of the play yards were missing the child's name or number for labeling.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification

      “1 out 7 staff records was missing a photo identification card.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “1 out of 8 children were missing health statements.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh risk

      746.4601(3) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings

      “On the playground structure, it was missing a wooden piece that creates a opening for entrapment.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

  3. Sep 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 12, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “During the investigation it was determined that a 7-month-old child was asleep in the play yard with a toy in the play yard.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “During the investigation it was determined that the operation failed to maintain ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child

      “During the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver did not wash hands after completing a diaper change.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2023

  5. Sep 12, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “During the investigation it was determined that a 7-month-old child was asleep in the play yard with a toy in the play yard.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “During the investigation it was determined that the operation failed to maintain ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child

      “During the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver did not wash hands after completing a diaper change.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2023

  6. Aug 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Aug 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  8. May 18, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information

      “The director does not have emergency information on the children she is transporting.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children

      “The director transports four children and does not have a list of children she is transporting.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

      “The director does not have current transportation training.”

      The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023

  9. Feb 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Oct 24, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      “The infant classroom was observed watching television.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022

  11. Oct 3, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “I observed 18 children present with one caregiver. The maximum amount of children with this specified age group may supervise is 15.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children

      “The operation does not have a list of children that are transported.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      “A child was observed using screen time and is under two years old. This was corrected when the television was turned off.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child

      “An employee was observed changing multiple children's diaper without washing hands.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022

  12. Sep 29, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  13. Aug 18, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  14. Jun 28, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required

      “Four caregiver training records were reviewed and MK, DB, and LB need these trainings for their last full year. These trainings cannot count toward the current year.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics

      “Four staff training records were reviewed and the following training is needed for MK, DB, LB: Abuse/Neglect Training SIDS/Abusive Head Trauma/Brain Dev Emergency Preparedness Medication Training Building and Premises Safety Training Communicable Diseases Training Food Allergy Training Hazardous Materials Training”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training

      “Four personnel records were reviewed and the following training is missing for three of the staff: MK needs 14 more hours of training for the last full year DB needs 24 hour for last full year LB Nees 24 hours for last full year”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2022

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age

      “At follow up torn mats were still being used for naptime. During inspection, i observed two children sharing one mat. This was observed with two mats. 20 mats were observed to be torn and can no longer be santizied.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Four employee records were reviewed and are missing the following information: #1 and #2 are missing affidavit of employment #2 statement about parent handbook and employee handbook as well as verified that she was provided orientation.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 6, 2022

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization

      “Four children's records were reviewed and are missing the following: Child #3 is missing health care information on admission form and also the date the parent signed the emergency authorization part of the form.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(2) - Required Admission Information - Address and Phone Number

      “Four children's records were reviewed and the following information is missing: Child # 4 needs child's address Child #1, #3 and #4 need address and phone number of emergency contact Child #1, #3, and #4 need phone number for their release persons information Child #1 needs transportation, field trip, and water permission boxes checked on front page”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “Four children's records were reviewed and are missing the following information: Child #1, #2, and #3 need updated shot records Child #1, and #3 need health care Provider Statement Child #3 needs box checked that parent handbook was provided (on front page of admission form).”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2022

  15. May 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  16. May 24, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “During an investigation inspection, three caregivers were observed in the operation and caring for children without an eligible background check.”

      The state verified the correction on May 25, 2022

  17. May 20, 2022Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      “Throughout the inspection I observed 3 different infants asleep in a bouncer for more than 10 minutes each and the caregivers had opportunity to move them.”

      The state verified the correction on May 25, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “During inspection i observed one caregiver with 11 infants and one caregiver with 6 infants.”

      The state verified the correction on May 25, 2022

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age

      “During inspection, i observed two children sharing one mat. This was observed with two mats. 20 mats were observed to be torn and can no longer be santizied.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child

      “A caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper and putting the child in their crib without washing the infants hands or the caregivers hands and then picking up another infant.”

      The state verified the correction on May 25, 2022

    • Safe sleepMedium High risk

      746.2403(4) - Infant Care Area - Crib Placement

      “During the inspections, pack n plays were observed touching eacher other with no walking room between and allowing infants to have contact with other cribs. The beds were moved at inspection coming into compliance.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleepMedium High risk

      746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space

      “During inspection, children's mats were next too each other in rows of four or five with no walking room between them.”

      The state verified the correction on May 25, 2022

  18. Feb 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Oct 20, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “The three and four year old classroom has an activity plan posted showing their daily schedule. Upon entry of the classroom, this hadnt been completed. This was corrected during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2021

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “A caregiver is present and caring for children with a pending background check. Staff have stated that the caregiver started working at the center on 10/18. The caregiver's background check was submitted on 10/11. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver left the operation.”

      Corrected during the visit

  20. Oct 6, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “The caregiver was unable to provide documentation of CPR first aid certification completion. The certifications provided expired in september 2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

      “The three caregivers who transport children do not have current certification to transport children. The caregivers are required to have 2 hours annually.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2021

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

      “The most recent Gas leak test was done in January 2019. This is required to be conducted every 2 years”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2021

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “The three and four year old classroom does not have an activity plan posted showing their daily schedule. The caregiver stated verbally what the children do hourly.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2021

    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh risk

      746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points

      “The playground structure has four nails sticking out of the structure where children climb up to. Also the slide has torn cuts that could cause a tear in the skin while sliding down.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Kids Palace Learning Center

Is Kids Palace Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 2, 2005.

When was Kids Palace Learning Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 6, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kids Palace Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 27 rules across 6 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 27 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 Kids Palace Learning Center care for?

79, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Kids Palace Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Kids Palace Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kids Palace Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 252-4222 to ask.

What is Kids Palace Learning Center's phone number?

(972) 252-4222.

Where is Kids Palace Learning Center?

1001 Metker St, Irving, TX 75062. The nearest other daycare we list is Pamela Deskin, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).