Creative Learning Center
525 N Frankford Ave, Lubbock, TX
Verla Dunlap
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $133
- year first permitted
- 1997
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About
About Verla Dunlap
Verla Dunlap is a home daycare in Lubbock, Texas. It is registered with the state (since August 13, 1997), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 4 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
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Verla Dunlap has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Lubbock County has a median price of $133 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$146
Home daycare$133
Toddler
Center$138
Home daycare$127
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$126
School age
Center$128
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Verla Dunlap
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1997
- License number
- #531856
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Background checks 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safe sleep 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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Aug 12, 2026Visit1 rule cited
747.1309(d) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours
“The primary caregiver still needs the following required annual topics for training year 8/13/2024-8/13/2025: ?Emergency preparedness ?Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations ?Administering medication ?Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction ?Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic ?Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026
Jul 31, 2026Visit1 rule cited
747.1309(d) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours
“The primary caregiver still needs the following required annual topics for training year 8/13/2024-8/13/2025: ?Emergency preparedness ?Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations ?Administering medication ?Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction ?Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic ?Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2026
- Jul 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 25, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“2 out of 6 children's records reviwed were missing required immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 6, 2026
745.621(b)(1)(A) - AP Renewal background checks submitted -No later than 5 yrs from date last submitted subjects initial or renewal fingerprint-based criminal hist check
“It was found during the inspection that an individual who frequents the operation while children in care are present fingerprints renewal was due by 8/20/2023 and has not been renewed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 6, 2026
745.651(2)(B) - Background Check Validation - Once a year listed family homes, licensed, and registered child care homes must validate list of subjects
“The employee list has not been validated since 12/17/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 6, 2026
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“During the inspection it was observed that the primary caregiver had 26 out of 30 annual hours however the following topics still needed are as follows: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome, Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), Understanding early childhood brain development, Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials, Prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2026
- Aug 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 16, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
747.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“2 out of five children's records observed did not have the address to the person listed as the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.211(b) - Liability Insurance Requirements - If No Insurance Then Must Provide Written Proof Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
“The operation failed to submit annual liability insurance verification by the due date of 08/13/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“During the inspection the last infant feeding schedule was dated 11/01/2024 however it was not signed by the child's parent.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.4305 - Storage for Individual Belongings
“During the inspection it was observed that none of the children present had an identifiably labeled place to put their belongings.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.611(b) - Health Statement on File
“1 out of five child records reviewed did not have a health statement available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“1 out of one record reviewed did not have this form available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“The fire drill is not current as the last one was documented as conducted on 12/23/2023. Corrected at inspection as a fire drill was conducted during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
745.651(2)(B) - Background Check Validation - Once a year listed family homes, licensed, and registered child care homes must validate list of subjects
“The employee list has not been validated since 06/30/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.4303(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“During the inspection it was observed that none of the nap mats children use were identifiably labeled.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
Jan 20, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Infant Feeding Instructions were not maintained for infant in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2023
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The promotion of indoor and outdoor activity was not written in the operation policy.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Verla Dunlap
Is Verla Dunlap licensed?
Yes. Verla Dunlap is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued August 13, 1997. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Verla Dunlap last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Verla Dunlap had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Verla Dunlap care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Verla Dunlap accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Verla Dunlap's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Verla Dunlap cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (806) 790-6635 to ask.
What is Verla Dunlap's phone number?
(806) 790-6635.
Where is Verla Dunlap?
Lubbock, TX 79416. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.