Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD Employee Daycare Academy
2325 Heads Ln, Carrollton, TX
The Clifton School
- licensed capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2013
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About
About The Clifton School
The Clifton School is a licensed child care center in Carrollton, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 20, 2013, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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. It lists: 6 weeks to 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star |
| Licensed capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Clifton School 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.
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
State record
Inspection reports for The Clifton School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2013
- License number
- #1496279
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 19, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Mar 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation did not have a current sanitation in specction.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
May 5, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.615(a) - Exemptions for Immunization Requirements Must Meet Criteria Specified by DSHS
“One child file was observed to have an immunization exemption form that had not been signed or notarized.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two children's files were observed to bein need of updated physician health statements.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
746.1329(d) - Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
“One staff file was observed to be lacking proof of orientation training.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
May 29, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“6 children files were reviewed and 1 child with a food allergy, did not have a completed food allergy plan signed by a physician as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024
May 14, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“6 children files were reviewed and 1 child with a food allergy, did not have a completed food allergy plan signed by a physician as required.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.4805(d) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - No Overlap
“the use zone of two slides on the playground overlapped with the use zone of a climbing structure. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“During a monitoring inspection, broken toys with sharp edges and debris were observed on the playground.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4805(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
“The use zone of slides on the playground did not extend 6 feet as required. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
“The two exit gates on the playground had locking mechanisms on them that could not be opened during the time of inspection and some staff did not have access to keys used to unlock the gates.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
- Jul 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“A child was missing a labeled nap cot.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2023
Jul 13, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver did not let the director know that a child had become injured while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2023
Jun 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Two caregivers are not current in CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2023
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“A playground maintenance checklist was not recorded for the months of April or May”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One of the eight children's records reviewed do not have current immunizations on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
- Dec 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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Nov 14, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805(9) - Prohibited Punishments - Withholding Active Play
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. Withholding active outdoor play was used as a consequence for negative behaviors.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2022
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. Food has been used as a reward for positive behavior.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2022
746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. A caregiver has hit a child or children with their hand.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2022
- Aug 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“Loose-fill on the primary playground did not meet a depth of 6 inches on all use zone space.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
746.5207(a)(3) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location
“The emergency evacuation diagram did not include section 746.5207(a)(3) and (a)(4).”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2022
- Jun 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 27, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found deficient. The directors failed to ensure that the facility is operating in compliance with the minimum standards relating to reporting of communicable diseases to state agencies and families.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
746.307(d) - Parental Notification of Communicable Disease
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found deficient. Parents were not properly notified of two cases of a communicable disease at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found deficient. The operation did not properly notify Child Care Licensing of four cases of a communicable disease at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
- Feb 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 5, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 20, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Clifton School
Is The Clifton School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 20, 2013.
When was The Clifton School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 19, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Clifton School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 4 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 The Clifton School care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Clifton School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Clifton School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Clifton School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 416-4000 to ask.
What is The Clifton School's phone number?
(972) 416-4000.
Where is The Clifton School?
2206 Heads Ln, Carrollton, TX 75006. The nearest other daycare we list is Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD Employee Daycare Academy, 0.1 miles away.