Merit Children's Academy LLC

DALLAS, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

3.9based on state inspection data
Capacity141
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Est. price$1,627/mo

Contact information

Address2700 FAIRMOUNT ST DALLAS TX- 75201 1913

CityDALLAS, TX

CountyDALLAS

Phone4692482115

Websitemeritdallas.com

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri

Capacity141

SubsidiesN

License dateApril 25, 2022

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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2700 FAIRMOUNT ST DALLAS TX- 75201 1913, 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 health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/25/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 746.28053/25/2026

    746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

    Based on the video footage reviewed, children were observed being inappropriately physically pulled and lifted by staff.

    Corrected 4/8/2026
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 746.16053/3/2026

    746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

    Based on video surveillance, a 4-year-old was observed being placed in an infant classroom with infants (4?6 months).

    Corrected 4/1/2026

2025

  1. High riskStandard 746.28058/14/2025

    746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

    During the investigation, it was determined that a staff member used harsh and cruel actions by yanking a blanket and striking a child?s back while patting.

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  2. Medium riskStandard 746.29058/14/2025

    746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep

    This standard was evaluated during the investigation and found to be deficient. Evidence showed that during naptime, a staff member attempted to make a child sleep by pushing the child?s head down onto a mat and covering the child's head with a blanket.

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 746.34012/10/2025

    746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

    Your Health/sanitation inspection expired on 9/14/2023.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  4. Medium riskStandard 746.24212/10/2025

    746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

    Infant feeding instruction were not updated in three of the five infant classroom.

    Corrected 2/13/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,627/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: 141
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 4

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