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Mckinney, TX 75071 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
McKinney Academy
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $191
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About McKinney Academy
McKinney Academy is a licensed child care center in McKinney, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 10, 2016, for up to 85 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 2004 |
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
McKinney Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Collin 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.
Infant
Center$191
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$158
Preschool
Center$170
Home daycare$156
School age
Center$162
Home daycare$149
State record
Inspection reports for McKinney Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1578691
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 4, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 20 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Transportation 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 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 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The dirctor did not have the training to cover the training topic: Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
Aug 18, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407(5) - Sanitize Potty-Chairs
“Urine was observed in two potty chairs in the preschool classroom when children were transitioning from the classroom to outdoor activities. The deficiency was corrected during the inspection when the director cleaned and sanitized both potty chairs.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
“A group of preschool children were observed engaging in outdoor activities without a supply of water for drinking available. Ensuring children have water is available during outdoor play may reduce the risk of dehydration.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Two caregivers did not have training to cover the training topic: Administering medication.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The dirctor did not have the training to cover the training topic: Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
746.3701(6) - Safety - Poisonous Plants Inaccessible to Children
“Toxic plants were observed accessible to young children in the infant classroom and the preschool classroom. The deficiency was corrected during the inspection when the director moved the toxic plants inaccessible to the young children. When plants are ingested by children it may cause physical irritation and illness.”
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 4, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
“The standard is evaluated for a standard investigation and was found not compliant. Based on the interview with staff, staff observed a young child with marks on their legs, uncleaned clothing, hands, face, crying, and uncombed hair upon arriving at the operation but failed to contact DFPS to express concerns of the young child may be placed at risk away from the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
- Aug 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
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Aug 25, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two children files did not have the address of the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2025
Aug 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two children files did not have the address of the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2025
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 4, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 9, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two children did not immunization records on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“The first aid kit that is stored on a vehicle that is used to transort children did not have a complete first aid kit. The deficiecny was corrected during this inspection when management replenished the items that were missing.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“The driver did not record a list of children that were transported from public school to the operation on September 5th and 6th 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
- Aug 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jul 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Two infants younger than 2 years were engaged in screen time. The standard was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver closed the screen of the iPad and transition the infants to music time.”
Corrected during the visit
May 16, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2803(4)(B) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Use Clear, Positive Statements
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services and was found to be compliant. Three children disclosed they were tap on the head as a form of discipline while at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2024
- Oct 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“Infant feeding schedules for infants not ready for table food were not available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2023
Jul 18, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2401(4) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
“This standard was evaluated during the inspection and was found to be deficient. Caregivers did not change an infant's clothing after all of the infant's clothing became soaked with milk.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2023
- May 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 25, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 14, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“This standard was found to be deficient as inappropriate discipline was conducted after a caregiver admitted to grabbing a child by his shirt while they were on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2022
- Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 3, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
“The current fire inspection was not available for review at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed a person to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the Centralized Background Check Unit regarding the person's eligibility. The person was immediately removed from the building. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in an additional penalty and other enforcement actions.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
746.2415(c)(2) - Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
“Sheets are not fitting snuggly on an infant crib mattress.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
“One caregiver did not have current training in the prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“The following trainings for a caregiver were not available for review at the time of the inspection: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Shaken Baby Syndrome and Understanding Early Childhood Brain Development and transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about McKinney Academy
Is McKinney Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 10, 2016.
When was McKinney Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has McKinney Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 8 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 McKinney Academy care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does McKinney Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are McKinney Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does McKinney Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 562-8302 to ask.
What is McKinney Academy's phone number?
(972) 562-8302.
Where is McKinney Academy?
513 N Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070. The nearest other daycare we list is Crossing Point School, 0.3 miles away.