Barrel of Monkeys Christian Academy-Tyler
2475 Three Lakes Pkwy, Tyler, TX
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The Primary Leadership Academy
- licensed capacity
- 152
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $118
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About The Primary Leadership Academy
The Primary Leadership Academy is a licensed child care center in Tyler, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 20, 2018, for up to 152 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 152 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 | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 152 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Primary Leadership Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Smith County has a median price of $118 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$124
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$118
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$108
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$104
State record
Inspection reports for The Primary Leadership Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 152 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1658175
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- 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 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 19, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“During an inspection of the operation, staff records were not made available.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“During an inspection at the operation, staff training records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
- Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 4, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“During a review of the files, it was observed 5 staff records lacking 8 training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2024
- Dec 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
- Apr 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 8, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“During an inspection, it was observed by licensing the playground lacking a sufficient amount of loose fill under the slides and swings.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2022
Feb 24, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During an inspection and conducting interviews, it was observed by licensing a caregiver without an active background check. This was corrected at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2022
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“During an inspection, it was observed by licensing the playground lacking a sufficient amount of loose fill under the slides and swings.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2022
Feb 22, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child was left unsupervised in the hallway for an unknown amount of time while the class were out on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2022
- Dec 9, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Primary Leadership Academy
Is The Primary Leadership Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 20, 2018.
When was The Primary Leadership Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Primary Leadership Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Primary Leadership Academy care for?
152, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Primary Leadership Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Primary Leadership Academy'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 Primary Leadership Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 561-1002 to ask.
What is The Primary Leadership Academy's phone number?
(903) 561-1002.
Where is The Primary Leadership Academy?
6720 Oak Hill Blvd, Tyler, TX 75703. The nearest other daycare we list is Barrel of Monkeys Christian Academy-Tyler, 0.5 miles away.