Jacqueline Atkinson
North Richland Hills, TX 76182 · infants only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Life Academy
- licensed capacity
- 87
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $250
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Life Academy
Life Academy is a licensed child care center in North Richland Hills, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 6, 2025, for up to 87 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with part-time care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It lists monthly tuition from $250 to $370.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedPosts tuition
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 87 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 18 months through Pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | Part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Curriculum | Abeka |
| Staff | Director: 13th year as director, 27th year in early childhood education |
| Licensed capacity | 87 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Life Academy lists monthly tuition from $250 to $370. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Tarrant County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 3-Day Program Monthly Tuition: 2 years – Pre-K | $350 |
| 3-Day Program Monthly Tuition: 18 months | $370 |
| Fine Arts Program Monthly Tuition: 2 years – Pre-K | $250 |
| Fine Arts Program Monthly Tuition: 18 months | $270 |
| Annual Registration Fee, $150 per child (non-refundable) | $150 |
4 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 Life Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 87 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1810195
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Other rules 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 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“At the time of the inspection 1 child did not have an allergy action plan on file when their enrollment form indicates an allergy is diagnosed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
May 8, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“At the time of the follow up the fire inspection had not been able to be conducted due to the gas inspection not being complete.”
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2025
Apr 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas
“The operation has natural gas service in the facility but did not have proof of gas leak inspection preformed by a licensed plumber at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“At the time of the inspection the fire inspection had not been able to be conducted due to the gas inspection not being complete.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2025
Mar 10, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The outdoor playground has less than six inches of loose fill material.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
“The operation did not have an written operational policy to review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2025
746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas
“The operation has natural gas service in the facility but did not have proof of gas leak inspection preformed by a licensed plumber at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
746.4607(b)(2) - Maximum Height - Under Age 5
“Children under five years of age were using a playground with a platform taller than five foot.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
746.503 - Provide Parents With Copy of Policies
“The operation has not provided parents a copy of their operational policies.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
- Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 9, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
HRC42.041(a) - Illegal Operation - Not Licensed
“The facility is operating a child care program five days a week. The program is subject to regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Life Academy
Is Life Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 6, 2025.
When was Life Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Life Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Life Academy care for?
87, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Life Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Life Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Life Academy cost?
Monthly tuition from $250 to $370, as it lists it.
What is Life Academy's phone number?
(817) 880-5119.
Where is Life Academy?
7850 Davis Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76182. The nearest other daycare we list is Sharron Miller, 0.4 miles away.