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LaunchPAD

6502 Military Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75227 · Dallas County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 months

LaunchPAD is a licensed child care center in Dallas, TX, licensed for up to 180 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2021. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 18 times and investigated 4 reports. Inspectors recorded 31 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (9 of 31). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 3% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #289 of 328 centers in Dallas and better than 13% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 13%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #289 of 328 centers in Dallas
6High risk
10Medium High risk
14Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
31 citations from 18 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 21, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 21, 2026 · Assessment · no citationMay 21, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 12, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 15, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundApr 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 10, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 12, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 24, 2023 · Inspection · no citationFeb 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationFeb 10, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 9, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 7, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 20, 2022 · Inspection · no citationOct 19, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 18, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJun 1, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJan 11, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety9
Health & medication6
Training & qualifications6
Records & paperwork4
Staff ratios3
Caregiver conduct1
Sleep safety1
Food & feeding1

Citations, newest first

HighMar 9, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
A caregiver was supervising 5 children in a classroom with a condition to not being left alone. An additional caregiver was not present in the classroom.
Correction verified Mar 12, 2026
MediumMar 9, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Personnel Records -Training Hours §746.901(6)
Training certificates for staff were not available for review.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2026
HighApr 3, 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)
A caregiver with an ineligible background check was observed in a classroom with direct access to children.
Correction verified Apr 15, 2025
Medium HighMar 28, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care §746.801(11)
A current fire inspection report was not available.
Correction verified Apr 3, 2025
HighMar 28, 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)
A caregiver with an ineligible background check was observed in a classroom with direct access to children.
Correction verified Apr 3, 2025
MediumOct 10, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Provide Parents With Copy of Policies §746.503
Five out of ten children file reviewed did not show that the parents received all operational policies.
Correction verified Nov 7, 2023
MediumOct 10, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Personnel Records- Training Hours §746.901(5)
A caregiver had 2 out of 24 training hours available for review.
Correction verified Nov 7, 2023
MediumOct 10, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Four out of ten children files reviewed did not have current immunizations.
Correction verified Nov 2, 2023
MediumOct 10, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Drills §746.5205(4)
The operation did not have the emergency drills documented. This was corrected at inspection when the director updated the emergency practices form during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumOct 10, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Three out of ten children files reviewed did not have current health statements.
Correction verified Nov 2, 2023
Medium HighMay 18, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
The ceiling located in the playroom of the operation had black spots and peeling paint. A pre-k classroom in the operation had a black area on the ceiling and ceiling damage. The classrooms in the operation had heavy dust on vents and ceiling areas near vents.
Correction verified Jun 8, 2023
Medium HighMay 15, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
The ceiling located in the playroom of the operation had black spots and peeling paint.
Correction verified May 18, 2023
Medium HighApr 14, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection §746.5405
There as no gas inspection available for review.
Correction verified Apr 21, 2023
MediumApr 14, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
Operation did not have a general maintenance checklist or safety checklist that includes checking the equipment and surfacing material for normal wear and tear, broken or missing parts, debris or foreign objects, drainage problems, or other hazards available for review.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
Medium HighApr 14, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR §746.1315(b)
3 out of 4 caregivers files reviewed did not have current pediatric CPR.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
MediumApr 14, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Physician Information §746.605(11)
10 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have healthcare information.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
Medium LowApr 14, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
3 out of 4 caregiver files reviewed did not have notorized employment affidavits.
Correction verified Apr 28, 2023
MediumApr 14, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
The director did not have training hours available for review during inspection.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
MediumApr 14, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Personnel Records- Training Hours §746.901(5)
2 out of 4 caregiver files reviewed did not have current pre-service training for new child care workers available for review. An infant caregiver did not have required pre-service training in caring for infants less than 24 months.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
HighApr 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(12)
10 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have emergency care authoriztion.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
MediumApr 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
4 out of 10 children files reviewed did not have current health provider statements.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
MediumApr 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
2 out of 10 children files did not have current immunization records available for review.
Correction verified May 9, 2023
Medium HighApr 14, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
3 out of 4 caregiver files reviewed did not have current pediatric first aid.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
Medium HighFeb 9, 2023Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
The operation was out of ratio in an infant classroom with a specified age group of 0-11months by 2 children and a toddler classroom with a specified age group of 2-years-old by 2 children.
Correction verified Feb 21, 2023
Medium HighFeb 9, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance §746.2803(4)
This standard was evaluated, and it was determined that a caregiver did not use positive methods of discipline.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2023
HighFeb 9, 2023Found during an investigationSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426
It was observed that infants were asleep in bouncers in an infant classroom.
Correction verified Feb 21, 2023
HighAug 18, 2022InspectionBuilding & 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 Oct 4, 2022
Medium HighJan 11, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
There was a thin metal pipe protruding from the wall that presented a hazard located on the toddler playground.
Correction verified Jan 14, 2022
MediumJan 11, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
There was no infant feeding instructions available for two infants in care.
Correction verified Jan 14, 2022
Medium HighJan 11, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes §746.5205(1)
The operation had not conducted any recent fire drills.
Correction verified Jan 20, 2022
MediumJan 11, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products- Annual Certification §746.4135(b)
A current Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) certification form was not available for review.
Correction verified Jan 14, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity180 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours12:00 AM-11:59 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Licensed sinceAug 11, 2021
DirectorBeloved James
Phone3144454799
State operation #1717243

Common questions

Does LaunchPAD take infants?

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

What are LaunchPAD’s hours?

12 AM to 11:59 PM, Monday through Sunday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does LaunchPAD accept child care subsidies?

Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.

Has LaunchPAD had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Mar 9, 2026: “AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does LaunchPAD compare with other daycares in Dallas?

It is tied for #289 of 328 centers in Dallas by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 13% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was LaunchPAD last inspected?

May 21, 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 1717243 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.