Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing
FARMERS BRANCH, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address12800 MERCER PKWY FARMERS BRANCH TX- 75234
CountyDALLAS
Phone9726400786
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity239
SubsidiesN
License dateApril 15, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High7
- Medium7
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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12800 MERCER PKWY FARMERS BRANCH TX- 75234, FARMERS BRANCH, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/18/2026
- High6
- Medium-High4
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 746.12055/18/2026
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Through investigation, it was determined that a child was left alone in a classroom.
Corrected 6/3/2026 - High riskStandard 745.6413/17/2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A person with a pending background check status was observed to be in a classroom with children during naptime.
Corrected 3/17/2026 - High riskStandard 746.3052/23/2026
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Through investigation, it was determined that an incident was not reported to CCR as required.
Corrected 3/6/2026 - High riskStandard 746.12052/23/2026
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Through investigation it was determined that a child was left unsupervised in class.
Corrected 3/6/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.6132/12/2026
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Two child files were observed to be in need of updated immunization recrods.
Corrected 2/26/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.38192/12/2026
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A food allergy emergency plan was not present in the file of a child who was identified as having a food allergy.
Corrected 2/26/2026 - Medium-Low riskStandard 746.9012/12/2026
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Two staff files were observed to be missing a Preemployment Affidavit (Form 2985).
Corrected 2/12/2026 - Medium riskStandard 746.24212/12/2026
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Four infants in care were lacking current signed feeding instructions.
Corrected 2/26/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.8014/24/2025
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
A current health inspection report was not available at the time of inspection,
Corrected 5/7/2025
2024
- High riskStandard 746.280512/23/2024
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
A caregiver was observed on video recording using inappropriate discipline, including grabbing, poking, and yelling at children.
Corrected 1/29/2025 - High riskStandard 746.120512/23/2024
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
A caregiver allowed a child to remain in the bathroom alone, where the child could not be seen. placing the child at risk of harm.
Corrected 1/29/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.130112/23/2024
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
One caregiver file was observed to be without documentation of orientation training.
Corrected 1/29/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.55379/17/2024
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
The operation did not have a log verifying that the carbon monoxide detector is being checked monthly. The Director purchased a battery operated detector that can be monitored monthly, and ran a test and logged the test on a form during the inspection.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 746.24219/17/2024
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant did not have a current feeding instruction document in the classroom signed by the parent for the month of September 2024.
Corrected 9/20/2024 - Medium riskStandard 746.47519/17/2024
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The operation did not have a record verifying monthly checks of the equipment and surfacing material for normal wear and tear, broken or missing parts, debris or foreign objects, drainage problems, or other hazards. The operation Designee completed a check of the play area in detail and documented the findings during the inspection.
Corrected at inspection
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,402/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: FARMERS BRANCH, DALLAS County
- Capacity: 239
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 2
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