Kristen Smith
Fort Worth, TX 76135 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Lighthouse Christian Academy
- licensed capacity
- 170
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $200
- year first permitted
- 2006
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About
About Lighthouse Christian Academy
Lighthouse Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Fort Worth, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 17, 2006, for up to 170 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care and summer camp. It lists monthly tuition from $200 to $300.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 170 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 2 through completed grade 3 (summer camp) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based (Lighthouse Fellowship) |
| Curriculum | Phase Foundation curriculum |
| Enrichment | S.T.E.M., Art, literacy, dramatic play (Learning Lab) |
| Daily life | Extended care: Extended care options |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 170 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lighthouse Christian Academy lists monthly tuition from $200 to $300. 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 |
|---|---|
| Extended Care - Five Days | $300 |
| Extended Care - Three Days | $200 |
2 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 Lighthouse Christian Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 170 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2006
- License number
- #856245
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 24, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Safety and hazards 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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Feb 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“At the time of inspection the operation did not have a current fire inspection for 2026.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
- Mar 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 14, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 8, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“It was determined that the caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when handling a child which resulted in serious injury.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
- Dec 7, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 5, 2023Visit2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“It was determined that a caregiver did not demonstrate competency or good judgement when they failed to properly account for children in their care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2023
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 child was left unattended as a result of a lack of supervision by operation staff.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2023
Show 6 earlier visits
Jun 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“At the time of inspection the director and person identified as the driver did not have current transportation training available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 29, 2023
- May 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 1, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Lighthouse Christian Academy
Is Lighthouse Christian Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 17, 2006.
When was Lighthouse Christian Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 24, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lighthouse Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 7 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 Lighthouse Christian Academy care for?
170, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lighthouse Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lighthouse Christian Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lighthouse Christian Academy cost?
Monthly tuition from $200 to $300, as it lists it.
What is Lighthouse Christian Academy's phone number?
(817) 237-7641.
Where is Lighthouse Christian Academy?
7200 Robertson Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76135.