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Kids Palace Learning Center
1001 METKER ST, Irving TX 75062-4424 · License #845662 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Lisa Gordon
- Phone
- (972) 252-4222
- Website
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- Address
- 1001 METKER ST, Irving TX 75062-4424 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 79 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium
746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement
One child'd files was missing a health statement.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
- Medium
746.2409(a)(10) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
1 infant child did not have a labeled crib.
Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
- Medium High
746.1203(3)(D) · Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
I saw the infant caregiver be on their personal cell phone while a child was sitting on their lap. The caregiver then got off their phone and put it away.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
- Medium High
746.1301(a)(1)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Two staff members were missing their orientation and pre employment affidavits.
Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
- Medium
746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement
Three children files were missing a health statement.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
- Medium
746.501(a)(14) · Written Operational Policies - Transportation
In the operation policies it was missing the transportation section. Also, It was missing the unassigned epinepherine auto injector section and parent rights. It was missing more detail for physical activity.
Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
- Low
746.901(3) · Required Personnel Records - TB Test
2 staff members were missing their tuberculosis test.
Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
- Medium
746.2207(a) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
The infant caregiver had the tv on for 5 children under 2 years old.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
- High
746.2428 · No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
A 3 month old infant was swaddled to sleep in crib.
Corrected by Jan 7, 2025
- Medium High
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
The caregiver CPR training was completed on line.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2025
- Medium High
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
During the monitoring visit, there were four infants that were not buckled in their chairs that were connected to the table. The ages of the children were 16 and 17 months. The caregiver buckled the four infants chairs upon request during the monitoring visit.
Corrected by Dec 27, 2024
- Medium High
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
The caregiver CPR training was completed on line.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2025
- Medium
746.605(11) · Required Admission Information - Physician Information
2 out of 8 children were missing the name, address, and phone number of the children's physican.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2024
- Medium
746.605(11) · Required Admission Information - Physician Information
2 out of 8 children were missing the name, address, and phone number of the children's physican.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Medium High
746.1203(3)(D) · Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Infant caregiver was seen talking on personal device while infants were in care.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2024
- Medium High
746.5401 · Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
The operation did not have a current gas leak inspection.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
- Medium High
746.2411(2)(I) · Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Label for Each Infant
All of the play yards were missing the child's name or number for labeling.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2024
- High
746.2411(2)(A) · Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
All play yards had extra mattress space.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2024
- Medium
746.2203(a) · Written Activity Plans
The infant room did not have a written activity plan.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- High
746.4601(3) · Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings
On the playground structure, it was missing a wooden piece that creates a opening for entrapment.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Medium
746.2421(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
All infants in the infant room were missing infant feeding instructions.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Medium High
746.1301(a)(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
6 out of 7 staff records reviewed did not have 24 hours of annual training.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Medium High
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
7 out of 7 staff records were missing pediatric cpr/first aid with hands on training.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Medium High
746.4751(c) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
The playground structure needs to be repaired. It has loose nails accessible to children. Wooden pieces are broken and can cause splinters to children.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Medium
746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement
1 out of 8 children were missing health statements.
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Medium
746.1311(a) · Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
The director did not have 30 clock hours of annual training.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Medium
746.901(8) · Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
1 out 7 staff records was missing a photo identification card.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- High
746.5617(a)(1) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
The director transports four children and does not have a list of children she is transporting.
Corrected by May 18, 2023
- Medium High
746.1316(a) · Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
The director does not have current transportation training.
Corrected by May 19, 2023
- High
746.5617(a)(2) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
The director does not have emergency information on the children she is transporting.
Corrected by May 18, 2023
- Medium
746.2207(a) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
The infant classroom was observed watching television.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2022
- High
746.5617(a)(1) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
The operation does not have a list of children that are transported.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2022
- Medium High
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
I observed 18 children present with one caregiver. The maximum amount of children with this specified age group may supervise is 15.
Corrected by Oct 3, 2022
- Medium High
746.3415(4) · Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
An employee was observed changing multiple children's diaper without washing hands.
Corrected by Oct 3, 2022
- Medium
746.2207(a) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
A child was observed using screen time and is under two years old. This was corrected when the television was turned off.
Corrected by Oct 3, 2022
- Medium High
746.1301(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
Four personnel records were reviewed and the following training is missing for three of the staff: MK needs 14 more hours of training for the last full year DB needs 24 hour for last full year LB Nees 24 hours for last full year
Corrected by Jul 28, 2022
- Medium
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
Four children's records were reviewed and are missing the following information: Child #1, #2, and #3 need updated shot records Child #1, and #3 need health care Provider Statement Child #3 needs box checked that parent handbook was provided (on front page of admission form).
Corrected by Jul 12, 2022
- High
746.605(12) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Four children's records were reviewed and are missing the following: Child #3 is missing health care information on admission form and also the date the parent signed the emergency authorization part of the form.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2022
- Medium High
746.605(2) · Required Admission Information - Address and Phone Number
Four children's records were reviewed and the following information is missing: Child # 4 needs child's address Child #1, #3 and #4 need address and phone number of emergency contact Child #1, #3, and #4 need phone number for their release persons information Child #1 needs transportation, field trip, and water permission boxes checked on front page
Corrected by Jul 12, 2022
- Medium
746.1309(b) · Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
Four caregiver training records were reviewed and MK, DB, and LB need these trainings for their last full year. These trainings cannot count toward the current year.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2022
- Medium
746.4503(a) · Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
At follow up torn mats were still being used for naptime. During inspection, i observed two children sharing one mat. This was observed with two mats. 20 mats were observed to be torn and can no longer be santizied.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2022
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
Four employee records were reviewed and are missing the following information: #1 and #2 are missing affidavit of employment #2 statement about parent handbook and employee handbook as well as verified that she was provided orientation.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2022
- Medium
746.1311(e) · Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
Four staff training records were reviewed and the following training is needed for MK, DB, LB: Abuse/Neglect Training SIDS/Abusive Head Trauma/Brain Dev Emergency Preparedness Medication Training Building and Premises Safety Training Communicable Diseases Training Food Allergy Training Hazardous Materials Training
Corrected by Jul 28, 2022
- High
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
During an investigation inspection, three caregivers were observed in the operation and caring for children without an eligible background check.
Corrected by May 26, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Aug 15, 2025 inspection noted: “One child'd files was missing a health statement.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 28, 2025 inspection noted: “1 infant child did not have a labeled crib.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jan 7, 2025 inspection noted: “A 3 month old infant was swaddled to sleep in crib.” — what has changed since then?
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