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Kids University

205 S Main St Ste 1601, Red Oak, TX 751544.5· 32 reviews
licensed capacity
129
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$191
year first permitted
2019
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About Kids University

Kids University is a licensed child care center in Red Oak, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 22, 2019, for up to 129 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and infant care.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: ages 6 weeks through 12 years
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
129 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Hours of Operation are M-F 6:00A to 6:00P”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 6 weeks through 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
Daily lifeSnacks provided. Potty training: Helping Early Preschool (2-year-old) children potty train
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
TransportationTransportation (to and from some area public schools)
AccreditationTexas Rising Star (3-Star)
Licensed capacity129 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Kids University has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Ellis County has a median price of $191 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.
Ellis County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$191
Home daycare$167

Toddler

Center$176
Home daycare$158

Preschool

Center$170
Home daycare$156

School age

Center$159
Home daycare$146

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 University

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
129 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2019
License number
#1692063
See the state's record

Summary

16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 17, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 16 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected

  • Safe sleep 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Apr 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 1, 2026Inspection1 rule 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

      “At the time of inspection, there are two children sleeping on their stomachs where the sheets are not fitted snug.”

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Mar 31, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Dec 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Sep 8, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  9. Sep 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 14 earlier visits
  1. Oct 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 20, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “A caregiver did not use good judgement while caring for an infant.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2024

  4. Feb 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Feb 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  7. Feb 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 16, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  9. Apr 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 17, 2021VisitNo rules cited
  11. Dec 7, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Dec 6, 2021VisitNo rules cited
  13. Oct 13, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.701(1) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization

      “An incident form was filled out, but it did not have all the required information per the standards.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2021

  14. Oct 11, 2021VisitNo rules cited

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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FAQ

Questions about Kids University

Is Kids University licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 22, 2019.

When was Kids University last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kids University had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 University care for?

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

Does Kids University accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Kids University's hours?

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

How much does Kids University cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (469) 552-6465 to ask.

What is Kids University's phone number?

(469) 552-6465.

Where is Kids University?

205 S Main St Ste 1601, Red Oak, TX 75154. The nearest other daycare we list is Ardent Academy, 0.1 miles away.

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