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Wichita Falls, TX 76308 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy
- licensed capacity
- 310
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $130
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy
YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy is a licensed child care center in Wichita Falls, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 3, 1986, for up to 310 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, drop-in care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 31 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 310 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years (child watch) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, preschool and summer camp |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 310 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wichita County has a median price of $130 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$130
Home daycare$117
Toddler
Center$122
Home daycare$112
Preschool
Center$119
Home daycare$110
School age
Center$112
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 310 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #220446- 5031
Summary
31 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 31 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Background checks 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 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 14, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows staff are on their cell phones while in direct care of children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2026
- Aug 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 28, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“There was sufficient evidence gathered during this investigation to show staff are using curse words in front of the children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
746.3301(i) - Nutrition and Food Service - Must not serve identified foods to allergic child
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a child in care was served food that they were allergic to.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows staff are not using good judgment when playing inappropriate music in close proximity of the children. Also, staff did not use good judgement when handling a situation where a child was served food, they were allergic to.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a current food allergy list was not posted in the kitchen.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 32 earlier visits
- Feb 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“The U shaped table where the infants eat did not have safety straps in the chairs.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2025
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2025Visit3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a group of children playing on the playground were out of compliance with child/staff ratio. Two caregivers were needed for ratio, but one of the caregivers left the playground three times leaving the group out of compliance with ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 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
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a child in care was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately 22 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2025
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a parent was not immediately notified that their child was left unsupervised on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2025
- Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
“A two year old class was served corndogs without being cut up properly.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
“Two caregivers were supervising a group of 45 six year old children when the maximum number for two caregivers is 35 kids.”
Corrected during the visit
Aug 2, 2024Visit2 rules cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows the operation did not follow the conditions of a provisional background check and allowed a caregiver to be alone with a group of children for a short period of time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
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
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a child was left unsupervised in the gym for approximately 4 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024
- Apr 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 3, 2024Visit1 rule cited
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
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a school aged child was left outside of the building after being transported. The child was left outside unsupervised for less than 5 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2024
- Jan 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 10, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a caregiver swatted a child on the hand. The caregiver was immediately fired due to the incident.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
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
“During the course of the DFPS investigation it was determined that a child was left unsupervised on two different occasions.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“During the course of the DFPS investigation it was determined the operation did not notify Licensing of the two incidents where a child was left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“During the course of the DFPS investigation it was determined that a parent was not informed about an incident where their child was left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
- Sep 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 13, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“During the unannounced inspection, a caregiver did not wash the children's hands after diaper changing.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2023
- May 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 10, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- May 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 11, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“There are tables in the infant and toddler room with seats inside the tables for the younger children. These seats are missing the required safety straps.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“Several of the vans did not have a complete first aid kit.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022
- Sep 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 20, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“There is an employee who does not have a cleared background check.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2022
- Nov 9, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy
Is YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 3, 1986.
When was YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 31 visits in the last 3 years.
Has YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 9 of 31 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 YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy care for?
310, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (940) 855-2301 to ask.
What is YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy's phone number?
(940) 855-2301.
Where is YMCAWF Dillard Early Learning & Youth Academy?
5001 Bartley Dr, Wichita Falls, TX 76302. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Tree, 0.9 miles away.