Carousel Academy

DALLAS, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

4.6based on state inspection data
Capacity80
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM
Est. price$1,663/mo

Contact information

Address4500 S LANCASTER RD # 75 DALLAS TX- 75216 7167

CityDALLAS, TX

CountyDALLAS

Phone2143757530

Operating details

Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri

Capacity80

SubsidiesY

License dateJanuary 14, 2014

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/2/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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4500 S LANCASTER RD # 75 DALLAS TX- 75216 7167, DALLAS, TX

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/2/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 746.13119/2/2025

    746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required

    Certificate documentation is not available for review at the time of inspection.

    Corrected 9/26/2025
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13159/2/2025

    746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

    At the time of inspection, the certifidate on file is not from a minimum standard accepted traiing vendor.

    Corrected 9/26/2025
  3. Medium riskStandard 746.8019/2/2025

    746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance

    Director's attendance records are not available for review at the time of inspection.

    Corrected 9/12/2025
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 746.49079/2/2025

    746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained

    Playground loose fill is not maintained according to minimum stadards.

    Corrected 9/12/2025
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13159/2/2025

    746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

    At the time of inspection, the certifidate on file is not from a minimum standard accepted traiing vendor.

    Corrected 9/26/2025
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13099/2/2025

    746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

    Certificate documentation is not avaiable for review at the time of inspection.

    Corrected 9/26/2025
  7. Medium riskStandard 746.9019/2/2025

    746.901 - Required Personnel Records

    Required documentation is not availble for review at the time of inspection.

    Corrected 9/26/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

19Total Violations
7Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,663/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Texas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: DALLAS, DALLAS County
  • Capacity: 80
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 13

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