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Dallas, TX 75224 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Union Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 7, 2005, for up to 75 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 36 visits in the last 3 years and cited 56 rules across 22 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 75 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Union Christian Academy 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).
State record
36 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 22 of 36 visits · 56 rules in all · 56 corrected
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.
The state lists a corrective action on this permit.
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746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operation does not have a section in their operational policy regarding procedures for inclusive care for children with special care needs.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 29, 2026
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“Based on evidence gathered throughout the investigation it was determined that the operation left a child on the operation's vehicle.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Based on evidence gathered throughout the investigation, it was determined that the operation did not notify CCR when a child was left on the operation's vehicle alone.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.2507(1) - Activities for Toddlers - Outdoor Play
“The children at the operation have not had outside time since April 3, 2026.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“The safety alarm on the operation's vehicle was not observed to be in working order at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One child's file was missing a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2026
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“The operation did not have any documentation of caregiver observations from the month of March available for review as required by their probation conditions. The operation staff received and acknowledged the probation information including the required time frame for conducting an audit on their children's and staff files. The operation did not conduct an audit on their children's files and staff files within 30 days of the start of the probation period, as required by their conditions. During the inspection, the operation was unable to provide documentation showing that the required meeting was held within the required time frame or that all staff received and acknowledged the probation information.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2026
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Three children's files were missing health statments. One child was missing custody documnetations.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The operation's Director and caregivers did not have the required training topics within their annual trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“The operation staff received and acknowledged the probation information including the required time frame for conducting an audit on their children's and staff files. The operation did not conduct an audit on their children's files and staff files within 30 days of the start of the probation period, as required by their conditions. During the inspection, the operation was unable to provide documentation showing that the required meeting was held within the required time frame or that all staff received and acknowledged the probation information.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“During the inspection, the operation was unable to provide documentation showing that the required meeting was held within the required time frame or that all staff received and acknowledged the probation information.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“An infant was observed asleep with a bottle in a rocker for at least 20 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2025
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“One child was observed in a restrictive device for 1.5 hours.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2025
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
“One classroom was left unsupervised for 14 minutes during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
“One caregiver was observed propping an infant's bottle with a blanket in a swing. The infant was not able to hold the bottle.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“One caregiver interviewed reported that children may be in restrictive devices for up to 30 minutes without eating. Two children were observed in a restrictive device for over 30 minutes. The children were not eating during this time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“A caregiver was observed popping a child with their hand.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
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 caregiver was observed leaving one child unattended in a classroom for about three minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
746.3301(a) - Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and Snacks
“A child was not offered lunch during lunch time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver was observed pulling a highchair with a child seated inside of it from the cafeteria, through the hallway and into the child's classroom. The child was not strapped in.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. A child was subjected to harsh and profane language.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2025
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“One child was observed being placed in a high chair. The child was not strapped in.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
“A caregiver left a child in a highchair with no food or activities for over two and a half hours to prevent the child from running in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
746.5204 - Coordination of Implementation of Emergency Preparedness Plan
“A fire drill was practiced at the time of inspection. The caregivers were not following their emergency preparedness plan. Caregivers did not bring documentation: Authorization for emergency care for each child in care. Two students in care did not have emergency contact information brought outside during the fire drill.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
746.5204 - Coordination of Implementation of Emergency Preparedness Plan
“A fire drill was practiced at the time of inspection. The caregivers were not following their emergency preparedness plan. Caregivers did not bring documentation: Parent and emergency contact telephone numbers for each child in care, authorization for emergency care for each child in care, or thechild tracking system information for children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2025
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Feeding instructions for one infant are not current.”
Corrected during the visit
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“Safety documentation for fire drills and documentation for testing or checking carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors were not documented for the month of June.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2025
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
“One 18-23 month class and one three year old class did not follow their activity schedule time for outdoor activities. Despite the clear skies and temperature of 82 degrees, the caregivers made the decision to stay indoors and skip outdoor time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2025
746.607 - Signed Admission Form
“A parent of two students did not sign admission paperwork.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2025
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“The infant classroom had greater than an 18 month age difference between the youngest and oldest child. The youngest child in the room was three months and the oldest child in the room was 23 months. This was corrected at inspection when the 3 month old was moved out of the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The interior of one restroom sink cabinet in the infant classroom shows advanced signs of water damage and deterioration and dead cockroaches are located in the Pre-K classroom restroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“Two newly enrolled students do not have admission paperwork.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“One infant requiring feeding instructions does not have feeding instructions on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“The following information is missing from children's records: 1) six students need completed physician information 2) one students needs parent permission for emergency medical authorization 3) five students need a health statement 4) nine students need completed emergency contact information”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Personnel trainings were not available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 9, 2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Out of 15 children's files reviewed, 13 were found to be missing the following information: - Eight files did not have a parent signature. - Four files were missing documentation for emergency medical attention. - Three files lacked the emergency contact address. - Eleven files did not include the admission date.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A storage room contains a bottle of laundry detergent accessible to children. This was corrected during the inspection by moving the detergent to a higher shelf and closing the door.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Eight children's files were reviewed and were missing the following: 1. Emergency medical attention documentation 2. Special care documentation 3. Emergency contact address 4. Provided operational policies 5. School name and phone number 6. Health Statement 7. Water activities”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2025
746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System
“A smoke detector in one classroom has been beeping for several weeks. This has been known to center staff and has not been addressed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2024
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“Smoke detector testing has not been documented for the 2024 calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“One classroom had chemicals accessible to children. Chemicals were located in a cabinet without a child lock.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“Two caregivers do not have pediatric first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“One classroom had chemicals accessible to children due to a child lock that the caregiver was aware was broken.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Six out of eight caregivers are missing 746.1309(e)(4) preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Three out of eight caregivers are missing 746.1309(e)(1) emergency preparedness training, and four out of eight caregivers are missing 746.1309(e)(2) preventing and controlling the spread of communicable disease.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Four of the four infants enrolled in the 0-11 month class do not have current feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
“Caregivers do not have access to the locked gates on the playground. The gates serve as a secondary exit out of the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One caregiver is missing pediatric first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“Children's hands were not washed after diaper changing. Children were requested to throw away their own diaper before returning to the group.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Completed emergency contact information was not available for two of the ten child files reviewed.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“A caregiver that cares for children under 24 months is missing shaken baby, SIDS, and early childhood brain development for the 2022-2023 training year.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. The center director was made aware of allegations of sexual abuse and failed to report this.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. One caregiver hit a child with their hand and another caregiver hit a different child with an instrument.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. Children were left unattended on the school bus when the driver went into a school, and they were left unattended when the driver went to get gas.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS Investigation”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. A caregiver displayed poor judgment when a derogatory remark was used to point out a child's misbehavior.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. A caregiver used inappropriate discipline when they hit a child on the back of the head.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“1 of 10 student files did not include a phone number, address, and name for an emergency pick up person.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2023
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“Two infants, not yet ready for table food, did not have feeding instructions on file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2023
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“No orientation training was on file for 3 of 10 staff members.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2023
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“A vehicle transporter and the center director did not have transportation training on file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2023
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“The operation's vehicle used to transport children in care did not include emergency medical transportation information.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2023
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Two infant care teachers did not have required infant trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2023
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“1 of 10 student files did not include current immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2023
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“3 of 10 student files reviewed did not include a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2023
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“It was determined that a caregiver used her hand to hit a child as a form of guidance.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2023
746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
“Adequate storage space was not available in an infant classroom for each child's personal belongings.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2023
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“Feeding instructions were not available for infants in care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
746.1301(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
“1 of 10 staff files reviewed did not include 24 complete training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. The deficiency was corrected during the inspection as the infant was removed from the restrictive device and placed in a crib to sleep.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
“Infants in care did not have daily reports available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“Emergency medical contact information was not available for children being transported by the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2022
746.5207(a)(4) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside
“The emergency diagram did not include a designated location inside the child-care center where all caregivers and children take shelter from threatening weather. The deficiency was corrected during the inspection as this information was added to emergency diagrams.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“1 of 10 staff files reviewed did not include an employee affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
746.5202(2) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Communication Procedures
“The operation's emergency preparedness plan did not include how children will be evacuated or relocated to the designated safe area or alternate shelter, including specific procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age. This deficiency was corrected during the inspection as this information was added to the emergency preparedness plan.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
“3 staff members responsible for transporting children in care did not have transportation training available.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
“1 staff member did not have required pre-service training hours prior to being counted in ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation has an expired health inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2021
746.4601(4) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings
“The playground's activity equipment has a long screw exposed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The staff member that transports the children has not completed transportation safety training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
746.4907(c) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Posts Marked to Proper Depth
“The loose fill in the playground area was not at the proper depth.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“The transportation vehicles did not have a child safety alarm system.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The operation's fire inspection has expired.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2021
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The operation failed to document fire drills were conducted during operating hours. The last documented fire drill was done in April 2021 and May 2021 for carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed an individual to be present before knowing the background check status.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
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Dallas, TX 75224 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
3430 S Polk St, Dallas, TX
801 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas, TX
813 Ryan Rd, Dallas, TX
Dallas, TX 75224 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Dallas, TX 75224 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Dallas, TX 75224 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
3939 S Polk St Ste 110, Dallas, TX
4121 Marvin D Love Fwy Ste 100, Dallas, TX
FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 7, 2005.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 36 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 56 rules across 22 of 36 visits in the last 3 years; 56 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.
75, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 372-9822 to ask.
(214) 372-9822.
3312 S Polk St, Dallas, TX 75224. The nearest other daycare we list is Metropolitan Christian Academy, 0.2 miles away.