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Candi's Creative Learning Center

1033 W Pleasant Run Rd, Lancaster, TX 75146 · Dallas County
4 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Candi's Creative Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Lancaster, TX, licensed for up to 68 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2022. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 27 times and investigated 9 reports. Inspectors recorded 29 citations, 9 of them high-risk, most often for staff ratios (6 of 29). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 high-risk. 34% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 3 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #11 of 16 centers in Lancaster and better than 27% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 27%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#11 of 16 centers in Lancaster
9High risk
13Medium High risk
5Medium risk
2Medium Low risk
0Low risk
29 citations from 27 inspections and 9 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 30, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 30, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 27, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 2, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 2, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 2, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 1, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 29, 2026 · Assessment · no citationMay 18, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 20, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citationFeb 4, 2026 · Assessment · no citationJan 20, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 16, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJan 15, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 12, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationDec 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundNov 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundNov 25, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 11, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundSep 19, 2024 · Inspection · no citationSep 18, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 27, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMar 14, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 14, 2023 · Inspection · no citationFeb 14, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 6, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJan 19, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundAug 11, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJul 14, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJul 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 26, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 19, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 15, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Staff ratios6
Building & playground safety4
Training & qualifications4
Other standards3
Records & paperwork3
Health & medication3
Supervision3
Caregiver conduct2
Background checks1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJun 1, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal §746.5101(b)
Operation did not have annual fire inspection. Document given to CCR has and edited date of submission to the Lancasters fire department.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2026
HighJun 1, 2026InspectionOther standards
AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity §746.201(11)
During the inspection CCR observed 70 children in care. 6 infants ages 0-11M, 6 toddlers SAG 18-23M, 17 PreK SAG 4yrs, 24 School age SAG 8yrs, 10 Toddlers SAG 2yrs, and 7 PreK SAG 3yrs.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2026
Medium HighJun 1, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
CCR observed the infant room out of capacity. The room had, four infants and two 18 months for a total capacity of 6.
Corrected during the visit
HighMay 18, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language §746.2805(6)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation. Witnessed statements confirmed that a caregiver used harsh, abusive and profane language toward a child.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2026
Medium LowJan 16, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
Annual report has not been completed and submitted by required due date.
Correction verified Feb 4, 2026
Medium LowDec 8, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name §746.401(9)
An outdated employee list was posted at the follow-up inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighNov 26, 2025InspectionBackground checks
AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone §745.621(a)(2)
A person observed at the operation personating another caregiver.
Corrected during the visit
MediumNov 25, 2025Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards §746.1003(2)
The standard was assessed as part of an investigation. Information obtained from an interview with the director revealed a deficiency in meeting this standard. The director’s responses indicated an inadequate understanding of the minimum requirements.
Correction verified Jan 20, 2026
HighNov 25, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment §746.2805(1)
The standard was task as part of an investigation. Information obtained from interviews and was found to be deficient. The operation did not use good judgment by disciplining a child with a rubber object.
Correction verified Jan 20, 2026
MediumJul 23, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name §746.3501(5)
Infant ointment not labeled.
Correction verified Aug 11, 2025
Medium HighJul 23, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
Hazardous object was observed within the reach of children.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJul 23, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe §746.3701(5)
Outside play area has several hazardous objects.
Correction verified Aug 11, 2025
HighAug 1, 2024InspectionSupervision
Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised §746.2401(7)
An infant was left unsupervised on a changing table.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 1, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
One caregiver was observed caring for 19 children ages 2 years old- 14 years old. The specified age group was 4. The room was out of ratio by 1.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 1, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(a)(4)(A)
A caregiver present does not have a current CPR training.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
Medium HighAug 1, 2024InspectionOther standards
Space Requirements - Under 18 Months of Age Separate from Older Children §746.4203
Two infants were combined with children 18 months and older.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 1, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
A caregiver present does not have a current First Aid training.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
MediumAug 15, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation §746.401(2)
The most recent monitoring inspection is not posted with the required postings.
Corrected during the visit
MediumFeb 14, 2023Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Children's Records - Incident/Illness Form §746.603(a)(7)
The operation did not have an incident report available regarding a child's injury during a DFPS investigation.
Correction verified Apr 6, 2023
HighJan 20, 2023InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
A classroom with four twelve month old children was observed without a caregiver.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2023
Medium HighJan 20, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
There were six 12 month old children with one caregiver in classroom two. The classroom was out of ratio by one child.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 20, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
A caregiver was observed not washing a child's hands after diapering them.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2023
Medium HighAug 16, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
An outlet was observed without a cover in the infant room. The caregiver placed in cover in the outlet during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighJul 12, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A staff was observed entering the building from driving the van. The same staff was later seen in the lobby area of the operation with access to children. The staff was present prior to the operation receiving the results of the person's eligibility from CBCU. The staff left the operation.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2022
Medium HighJul 12, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
One caregiver was observed caring for 5 infants ages 3-11 months. The room was out of ratio by 1.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2022
HighJul 12, 2022InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
Two children were observed going to the restroom in an area of the building with no caregiver supervision.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2022
HighApr 19, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
Two caregivers were observed iwith access to children before a determination was made on their background check.
Correction verified May 6, 2022
Medium HighFeb 15, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Qualifications - 13 or More Children §746.1015
There is not currently a qualified director in place. One director cannot cover two childcare centers. The person who will be director will not be qualified until the end of March 2022.
Correction verified Feb 28, 2022
MediumFeb 15, 2022InspectionOther standards
Liability Insurance Requirements - Have Coverage of at Least $300,000 For Each Occurrence of Negligence §746.203(1)
Does not yet have liability insurance, but have a meeting to get it set up later today.
Correction verified Feb 28, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity68 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceAug 26, 2022
DirectorApril Williams
Phone2148619752
State operation #1734930

Common questions

Does Candi's Creative Learning Center take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Candi's Creative Learning Center’s hours?

6 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Candi's Creative Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Candi's Creative Learning Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Candi's Creative Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Greater Dallas area, which includes Lancaster, is $45.80 a day for infants, $44.00 a day for toddlers and $42.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Candi's Creative Learning Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 9 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jun 1, 2026: “AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Candi's Creative Learning Center compare with other daycares in Lancaster?

It is #11 of 16 centers in Lancaster by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 27% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Candi's Creative Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 30, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 1734930 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.