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Creative Children's Academy
3108 BELLWOOD RD, Tyler TX 75701-1001 · License #1696043 · Licensed Center
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- Director
- Dana Greenwood
- Phone
- (903) 747-8284
- Website
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- Address
- 3108 BELLWOOD RD, Tyler TX 75701-1001 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 42 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium
746.301(2) · Notification of Change in Space
During the walk through it was found that the operation moved the infant classroom from the back of the building to the pre-k classroom without notifying CCR and amending the permit.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Medium High
746.1203(3)(D) · Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver was observed utilizing her personal cellphone while caring for children.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Medium High
746.1613(a)(6) · Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present
During the inspection there was a caregiver supervising two classroom during naptime. However, the caregiver was not physically present in the same area as both classrooms.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Medium High
746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
While reviewing personnel files 5 caregivers did not have a current certificate for CPR/ First Aid.
Corrected by Oct 3, 2025
- High
746.2401(7) · Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
During the inspection there was an infant observed to be left unsupervised while asleep in their crib.
Corrected by Sep 4, 2025
- Medium
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
While reviewing children files I observed 4 out of 6 files were missing required information such as; information for emergency contacts, updated immunizations, release information, acknowledgment of operational policies, water activity permissions, and transportation permissions.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2025
- High
746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation's fire inspection expired on 3/14/2024 and a recent fire inspection has not been conducted.
Corrected by Oct 3, 2025
- High
746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
There was an infant observed asleep in their crib with a bib on.
Corrected by Sep 4, 2025
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
While reviewing personnel files one caregiver was missing the following; notarized affidavit, pre-employment affidavit, and orientation statement.
Corrected by Sep 12, 2025
- Medium High
746.605(6) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
The children records were reviewed and one record did not have the emergency contact address.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2024
- Medium
746.4003(a) · First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit was incomplete and was missing gauze pads and the guide to first aid.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2024
- Medium High
746.3819 · Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy alert plan for 2 children with an allergy was not available at inspection.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2024
- Medium
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
The children records were reviewed. Two records were missing updated shot records.
Corrected by Mar 11, 2024
- High
746.2426(a)(1) · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device at nap.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2023
- Medium High
746.4813(a) · Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
The use zone for the rocking piece of equipment did not have a 6 foot use zone.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2023
- Medium High
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Upon arrival at the operation there was one caregivere caring for 26 children ages 6m-5years at nap time. This was corrected within 30 minutes when the other caregivers arrived from lunch and for their afternoon shifts.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2023
- Medium High
746.2411(2)(I) · Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Label for Each Infant
During inspection it was observed that the infant play yards did not have a name for each child on the cribs.
Corrected by May 1, 2023
- Medium High
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
During inspection the two infant rooms were out of ratio. One infant room had 1 caregiver with 5 infants 3m-11m. The second infant room had 1 caregiver for 6 children SAG 17m. Both room ratios were corrected during inspection.
Corrected by May 1, 2023
- Medium High
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An infant was observed to be unbuckled in the highchair with the tray detached. The child was attempting to climb out of the highchair.
Corrected by May 1, 2023
- Medium
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
Immunization records were reviewed for the HASA. Two records were not current and up to date.
Corrected by May 15, 2023
- Medium
746.2431(5) · Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
During inspection the infant daily reports were reviewed and did not have a spot for the summary of daily activities.
Corrected by May 8, 2023
- High
746.2401(7) · Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
During inspection it was observed that a caregiver left 6 children alone in a room ages 11m-2 years, SAG of 17m, in high chairs when the caregiver left the room to go to their car. This was corrected when the caregiver returned to the room.
Corrected by May 1, 2023
- Medium High
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
During inspection one classroom was observed to be over ratio while waiting for two caregivers to arrive for work. This was corrected during inspection when the caregivers arrived.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2022
- High
746.201(11) · AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
During a follow up inspection the operation was operating with 44 children present and capacity is 38 children for the operation total.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- Medium High
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
During inspection, one classroom was over ratio. The 2 - 3 yrs old class had 16 children.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- High
746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep unbuckled in a high chair.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- Medium High
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep unbuckled in a high chair, 3 infants were observed in high chairs unbuckled.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- Medium High
746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
A follow up was conducted on this day. The SIDS and Shaken Baby training was not found in the employee file as complete. This standard was re-cited.
Corrected by May 31, 2022
- High
746.201(11) · AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
During a follow up inspection the operation was operating with 41 children present and capacity is 38 children for the operation total.
Corrected by May 25, 2022
- Medium
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
A follow up was conducted on this day. The immunization record has not been provided by the parent and is not current. The standard was re-cited.
Corrected by May 31, 2022
- Medium
746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
A follow up was conducted on this day. One of the children present did not have an updated feeding instruction. The standard was re-cited.
Corrected by May 27, 2022
- Medium
746.4751(b) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The grounds checklist were observed for the HASA and had not been completed since February of 2022.
Corrected by May 23, 2022
- Medium
746.2505(3) · Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Items Accessible to Children
During inspection it was observed that there were only large play items availble for the children to play with in the room and accessible.
Corrected by May 23, 2022
- Medium
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
Four children files were reviewed for the HASA and one file did not have a current immunization record.
Corrected by May 23, 2022
- High
746.3407(12) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
During inspection Lysol wipes were obsesrved to be on a low shelf in the bathroom that the children use and have access to. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
- Medium
746.2206(1) · Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
The activity plans were reviewed and there is only one outdoor time listed for the children.
Corrected by May 23, 2022
- Medium
746.1309(c) · Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
Traning was reviewed for the HASA and one employee did not have child maltreatment training as required.
Corrected by May 23, 2022
- Medium High
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
An employee was observed cleaning an infants hands after a diaper change with a baby wipe. This was corrected when the caregiver washed the infants hands with water and soap.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
- Medium
746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
The infant feeding instructions were reviewed and have not been updated in the last 30 days. The last date of review was on 4/1/22
Corrected by May 23, 2022
- Medium High
746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
Training records were reviewed for the HASA and one record was missing training for SIDS and Shaken Baby.
Corrected by May 23, 2022
- Medium
746.501(a)(18)(A) · Written Operational Policies - Benefits
The operational policies were reviewed and were missing the activity portion, specifically the benefits of physical activity, duration of play and where the children will go in the event of extreme weather.
Corrected by May 23, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Apr 7, 2026 inspection noted: “During the walk through it was found that the operation moved the infant classroom from the back of the building to the pre-k classroom without notifying CCR an…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Sep 4, 2025 inspection noted: “While reviewing personnel files 5 caregivers did not have a current certificate for CPR/ First Aid.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Feb 26, 2024 inspection noted: “The children records were reviewed and one record did not have the emergency contact address.” — what has changed since then?
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