Ideal Day Care and Learning Center
DALLAS, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address1000 E RED BIRD LN DALLAS TX- 75241 2534
CityDALLAS, TX
CountyDALLAS
Phone2143719228
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity100
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 9, 2010
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High12
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1000 E RED BIRD LN DALLAS TX- 75241 2534, DALLAS, TX
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026
- High2
- Medium-High5
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 746.24274/30/2026
746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
Per DFPS investigation a caregiver was observed placing an infant face down in the crib.
Corrected 6/17/2026
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.350310/2/2025
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing area surface has large cracks that expose the inner material, creating a risk of scratches to children's skin.
Corrected 10/3/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.8019/11/2025
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
At the time of inspection, attendance documentation is not available for review.
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13099/11/2025
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
At the time of inspection, training certification is not available for review.
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.13119/11/2025
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
At the time of inspection, training certification is not available for revew.
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13159/11/2025
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, cerfication documentaton is available for review.
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.13099/11/2025
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
At the time of inspection training certification is not available for review.
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.9019/11/2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
At the time of inspection, personnel records are not being maintained. Documentation is not available for revew.
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13159/11/2025
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
At the time of inspection, cerfication documentaton is available for review.
Corrected 9/25/2025
2024
- High riskStandard 746.56179/27/2024
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Transportation lists were not available for 2 weeks of the three-month time frame, relevant to the investigation.
Corrected 10/25/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13019/20/2024
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
Documentation of transportation training was not available for the director at the time of inspection.
Corrected 9/23/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,635/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.
About this daycare
- Location: DALLAS, DALLAS County
- Capacity: 100
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 16
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