LIFE Academy
100 S Las Vegas Trl Ste E, White Settlement, TX
4.5· 17 reviews
Zachs Discovery Academy
- licensed capacity
- 65
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
- year first permitted
- 2002
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About Zachs Discovery Academy
Zachs Discovery Academy is a licensed child care center in White Settlement, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 15, 2002, for up to 65 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 65 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 65 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Zachs Discovery Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Tarrant County has a median price of $199 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$199
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$185
Home daycare$168
Preschool
Center$180
Home daycare$166
School age
Center$169
Home daycare$157
State record
Inspection reports for Zachs Discovery Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 65 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2002
- License number
- #813658
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Transportation 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Other rules 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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See all 14 visits
- Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 25, 2026Visit1 rule cited
745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent
“The LLC is currently inactive.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
- Mar 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5607(d) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Child 12 Years and Younger Must Not Ride in Front Seat
“At the time of inspection one child under the age of 12 was observed being transported in the front passenger seat of the vehicle.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2026
Jan 16, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation did not report the number of employees who left the operation in 2025 by 1/15/2026”
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2026
- Jul 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 8, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“At the time of inspection the wood border around the play structure had separated at a corner exposing the pointed end of a screw.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2025
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“At the time of inspection, 4 of 4 staff did not have required safety trainings 746.1309 (e) (1-6) for 2024/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“At the time of inspection the operation did not have a current sanitation inspection (child care facility). The most recent inspection conducted by the health department was focused on the child care kitchen only.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
May 22, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“At the time of inspection several children did not have emergency medical information for transporting.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“At the time of inspection the operation did not have admission information available for 1 child enrolled.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“At the time of inspection 3 staff did not have notarized affidavits available.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“At the time of inspection the school age playground had a wood border with protruding screws, the yard on the playground was observed to have weeds including possible poison hemlock.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
Jan 16, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“Report not submitted as of 1/16/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
Jun 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
“At the time of inspection, one child requiring administered medication did not have parent authorization on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2023
Show 4 earlier visits
- Aug 24, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 15, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“At the time of inspection the operation's transportation binder did not contain emergency medical authorization or parent contact information for each child transported.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2022
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“At the time of inspection, the operation did not have a current gas leak test report available for review. According to staff, the center has not yet had a test conducted for this year.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“At the time of inspection it was observed that children were being served water by the caregiver squirting water into their mouths from one single sports bottle while on the playground. This was discussed with the caregiver who agreed to discontinue this method and to provide water in paper cups insteadd.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“At the time of inspection 3 of 6 children's records reviewed did not contain health care statements.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2022
Jun 10, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“According to information reviewed in the investigation, the caregiver did not practice good judgement in the discipline of children by pouring cold water on them to manage behavior.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2022
Oct 12, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“CPR training for all operation staff was expired.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2021
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The operation driver did not have current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2021
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The operation has not conducted any recent monthly grounds checks using a checklist.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Zachs Discovery Academy
Is Zachs Discovery Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 15, 2002.
When was Zachs Discovery 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 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Zachs Discovery Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 6 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Zachs Discovery Academy care for?
65, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Zachs Discovery Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Zachs Discovery Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Zachs Discovery Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (817) 246-2296 to ask.
What is Zachs Discovery Academy's phone number?
(817) 246-2296.
Where is Zachs Discovery Academy?
613 Meadow Park Dr, White Settlement, TX 76108. The nearest other daycare we list is Crescent City Academy, under 0.1 miles away.