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Community Academy Day Care Center

1755 E Ann Arbor Ave, Dallas, TX 75216 · Dallas County
Accepts child care subsidies

Community Academy Day Care Center is a licensed child care center in Dallas, TX, licensed for up to 40 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1988. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 19 times and investigated 3 reports. Inspectors recorded 40 citations, 16 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (9 of 40). None of them came in the last 12 months. 10% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #313 of 328 centers in Dallas and better than 4% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 4%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #313 of 328 centers in Dallas
16High risk
12Medium High risk
12Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
40 citations from 19 inspections and 3 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 0 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 15, 2025

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Dec 15, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 3, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 12, 2025 · Inspection · no citationAug 21, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJun 25, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 27, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 11, 2025 · Assessment · citation foundFeb 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundSep 5, 2024 · Inspection · no citationSep 4, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 29, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 27, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundSep 20, 2023 · Inspection · no citationSep 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 24, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 28, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 8, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety9
Training & qualifications9
Health & medication7
Records & paperwork5
Other standards3
Staff ratios3
Child protection2
Background checks1
Supervision1

Citations, newest first

HighAug 21, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Corrections Made to Fire Inspection §746.5105
At the time of inspection the corrections have not been made for the local Fire Marshall.
Correction verified Sep 12, 2025
HighAug 21, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
Permit holder not adhering to conditions requirements.
Correction verified Sep 12, 2025
MediumMay 27, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Immunzation records are not available at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2025
Medium HighMay 27, 2025InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
At the time of inspection, use of cell phone during naptime.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2025
MediumMay 27, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
At the time of inspection some personnel files are not available for review.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2025
Medium HighMay 27, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director present-Minimum 75% §746.1011(a)
Director's attendance does not meet standard requirements.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2025
HighMay 27, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits §746.5209(c)
Outside of exit doors are covered by locked black bar.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2025
Medium HighMay 8, 2025InspectionOther standards
Complying with Laws and Rules §746.201(9)
Allowing conditions to be violated on multiple occassions and for failing to submit background check roles appropriately.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
MediumMay 8, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
At the time of inspection some personnel files are not available for review.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
MediumMay 8, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Notification of Change in Space §746.301(2)
Reducing use of the playground and not using licensed space.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
HighMay 8, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
Operation is not adhearing to provisional conditions.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
MediumMay 8, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Immunzation records are not available at the time of inspection.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
Medium HighMay 8, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge §746.1013(a)
Director left unqualified caregiver in charge of center.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
Medium HighMay 8, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director present-Minimum 75% §746.1011(a)
Director's attendance does not meet standard requirements.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
HighMay 2, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits §746.5209(c)
Exit door in main classroom is blocked by child gate.
Correction verified May 8, 2025
MediumMar 11, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
Personnel and training records were not available for review at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Apr 3, 2025
HighFeb 5, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter §745.635(2)
The operation allowed a person to be present at the center having access to children in care after the operation was notified that the person was ineligible to be present. (Note: The employee left during the inspection).
Correction verified Feb 5, 2025
MediumFeb 3, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
Personnel and training records were not available for review at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Mar 11, 2025
MediumJan 6, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
Personnel and training records were not available for review at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Feb 3, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
The operation did not have a current health inspection on file.
Correction verified Feb 3, 2025
HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBackground checks
AP Renewal background checks submitted -No later than 5 yrs from date last submitted subjects initial or renewal fingerprint-based criminal hist check §745.621(b)(1)(A)
A renewal background check was not submitted timely for an employee who has direct access to children in care.
Correction verified Jan 13, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionOther standards
Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection §746.5401
The operation did not have a current gas leak test on file.
Correction verified Feb 3, 2025
HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file.
Correction verified Feb 3, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
Loose fill surfacing material was not installed in the use zone areas of the play structures on the playground.
Correction verified Feb 3, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The wooden border around one of the play structures on the playground is in need of repair. The wood is damaged and showing signs of dry rot. The wood is crumbly and splitting in various areas. There were also noticeable areas of rust that could be seen on the metal components of the play equipment.
Correction verified Feb 3, 2025
HighAug 26, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
There was a caregiver present at the operation caring for children with an inactive background status during the inspection. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver left the operation's premises.
Corrected during the visit
HighMay 29, 2024InspectionChild protection
Parental Communication - Notify Immediately about Allegation of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation §746.307(a)
Operation has still not notified parents or posted the documentation in the facility. Follow-up 5/29/24 Operation is not notifying parents of less serious incidents at the operation.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
HighMay 29, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
Caregiver was observed alone in direct care of children with conditions. This standard was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighMay 29, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
Director mus ensure that the operation is operating within the minimum standards during operating hours.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
HighMay 21, 2024InspectionChild protection
Parental Communication - Notify Immediately about Allegation of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation §746.307(a)
Operation is not notifying parents of less serious incidents at the operation.
Correction verified May 29, 2024
HighMay 21, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
Caregiver was observed in direct care of children with conditions. This standard was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMay 21, 2024InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
Caregiver did not know the actual ages of the children in care This standard was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighFeb 27, 2024Found during an investigationStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
The standard was evaluated as related a DFPS investigation. As a result of the DFPS investigation it was determined that the operation allowed a caregiver to be present at the operation without a cleared background check.
Correction verified May 31, 2024
MediumSep 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Out of 4 files evaulated 4 did not have health statements on file.
Correction verified Sep 28, 2023
MediumOct 24, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability Insurance §746.801(6)
The operation did not have current liability insurance on file.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2022
MediumOct 24, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Gas Inspection Report §746.801(13)
The operation did not have the current gas inspection on file.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2022
HighOct 24, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation did not have the current fire inspection on file.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
Medium HighOct 24, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
The operation did not the current health inspection on file.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2022
MediumNov 8, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Personnel Records- Training Hours §746.901(5)
The director's personnel file was missing documentation for proof of CPR and First Aid training.
Correction verified Dec 10, 2021
Medium HighNov 8, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training §746.1301(6)(A)
The daycare director is missing 20 clock hours of the required annual training for child care center director's.
Correction verified Dec 10, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity40 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJan 31, 1988
DirectorClarence Henderson
Phone2143715433
State operation #305908

Common questions

Does Community Academy Day Care Center take infants?

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

What are Community Academy Day Care Center’s hours?

7 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Community Academy Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Community Academy Day Care Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Community Academy Day Care Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Greater Dallas area, which includes Dallas, 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 Community Academy Day Care Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 16 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Aug 21, 2025: “Corrections Made to Fire Inspection.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Community Academy Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Dallas?

It is tied for #313 of 328 centers in Dallas by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 4% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Community Academy Day Care Center last inspected?

Dec 15, 2025. 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 305908 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.