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Ideal Day Care and Learning Center

1000 E RED BIRD LN, Dallas, TX 75241-2534

Operation number:
1076746
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Dallas
Capacity:
100
License effective:
June 9, 2010
Hours:
06:30 AM-06:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
2143719228
Email:
Not listed
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 25 available inspections for Ideal Day Care and Learning Center from October 19, 2021 through June 24, 2026.

14 inspections recorded violations, with 37 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 30, 2026 and involved sleep safety.

That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
25

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
37

12 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
28

8 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

25 total inspections vs 13 local median in 75241

Compared to 11 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.48
Local median
1.18

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
52%
Local median
33%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
56%
Local median
45%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
1.73

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Per DFPS investigation a caregiver was observed placing an infant face down in the crib.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 24, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
Official code
746.2427(a)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Per DFPS investigation a caregiver was observed on their phone with their back turned to the infants.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 24, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Official code
746.1203(3)(D)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Per DFPS investigation, infant classroom was left unsupervised.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 24, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
Official code
746.2401(7)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Per DFPS investigation a caregiver was observed placing a blanket in the infant crib.
Correction deadline
June 17, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 24, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Official code
746.2415(b)
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing area surface has large cracks that expose the inner material, creating a risk of scratches to children's skin.
Correction deadline
October 3, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 10, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Official code
746.3503(a)
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Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
At the time of inspection, training certification is not available for review.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
Official code
746.1309(d)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
At the time of inspection, cerfication documentaton is available for review.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Official code
746.1315(a)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
At the time of inspection, training certification is not available for revew.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Official code
746.1311(a)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
At the time of inspection, cerfication documentaton is available for review.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Official code
746.1315(b)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
At the time of inspection training certification is not available for review.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)
Medium concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
At the time of inspection, attendance documentation is not available for review.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Official code
746.801(5)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
At the time of inspection, personnel records are not being maintained. Documentation is not available for revew.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Official code
746.901
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Transportation lists were not available for 2 weeks of the three-month time frame, relevant to the investigation.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 25, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Official code
746.5617(a)(1)
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Documentation of transportation training was not available for the director at the time of inspection.
Correction deadline
September 23, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 24, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
Official code
746.1301(a)(7)(A)
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
This standard was cited during a DFPS investigation inspection due to the operations doors not being able to secure.
Correction deadline
May 13, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 6, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The operation did not have the emergency medical authorization forms for each child they transported.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
Official code
746.5617(a)(2)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bottom of the fence was curled up and could be lifted. The outside fencing around the play area was not properly anchored to the ground.
Correction deadline
October 30, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operation did not have complete personnel record for staff
Correction deadline
October 30, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Official code
746.901
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The operation could not provide proof of annual training hours for staff and the director
Correction deadline
October 30, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Official code
746.901(5)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have a written emergency preparedness evacuation and relocaton plan.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5202(2) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Communication Procedures
Official code
746.5202(2)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A 3 month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket and a 6 month old infant was observed sleeping with a bottle. The blanket and the bottle were removed from the crib.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 12, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Official code
746.2415(b)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
One caregiver was observed caring for 5 children ages 3-14 months. The specified age group for the room was 0-11 months. The room was observed out of ratio by 1. Another caregiver was placed in the room during the inspection.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 12, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Two infants aged 3 months were observed sleeping in restrictive devices.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 12, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426(a)(1)
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fire extinguisher in the two year old hallway has not recently been serviced and the needle is in the red.
Correction deadline
April 28, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 4, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Official code
746.5307(b)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A caregiver was observed supervising a classroom of toddlers prior to the operation receiving the results of the person's eligibility from CBCU. The caregiver left the operation
Correction deadline
March 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 4, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
A walker with wheels was observed in the infant room. The walker was removed from the operation during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
Official code
746.2415(a)(1)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
One caregiver was observed caring for 5 children ages 3-14 months. The specified age group for the room was 0-11 months. The room was observed out of ratio by 1.
Correction deadline
March 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 4, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation's last fire inspection was conducted in January of 2022.
Correction deadline
April 28, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 4, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Official code
746.5101(a)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. It was determined that a caregiver hit children while in care.
Correction deadline
April 13, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 26, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The platform on the outdoor playground area does not have six inches of loose fill surfacing underneath. Also, the play structures does not have six feet of loose fill extending outward.
Correction deadline
October 27, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 16, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
Official code
746.4901(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The brown van used for transportation seats were observed to be damaged and need repair.
Correction deadline
November 3, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The first aid kits on the vans were missing cotton balls, scissors, thermometers, and tweezers.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
Official code
746.4003(a)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The director and two van drivers do not have the required annual transportation training.
Correction deadline
October 27, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
Official code
746.1301(7)(A)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Out of the five staff files evaluated four did not have 24 hours of the annual required training.
Correction deadline
November 3, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 16, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.
Correction deadline
March 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
Official code
746.303(b)
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Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
There were no infant daily logs created for the children in care at the time of inspection.
Correction deadline
November 2, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 25, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
Official code
746.2431
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
One infant under 12 months of age were observed sleeping in a crib with a bottle in mouth during the inspection. The deficiency was corrected at inspection by removing all items from the crib.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Official code
746.2415(b)