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Creative Children's Academy

3108 BELLWOOD RD, Tyler TX 75701-1001 · License #1696043 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 42 childrenAges 0 mo – 5 yrLast inspected Apr 14, 2026
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Director
Dana Greenwood
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Address
3108 BELLWOOD RD, Tyler TX 75701-1001 · Directions

Hours

Mon07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Tue07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Wed07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Thu07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Fri07:00 AM-07:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

Meals ProvidedSnacks ProvidedDrop-In Care

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-K
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 42 children
16
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
11
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
9
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
1.8
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Apr 14, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 7, 2026 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • 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

Sep 11, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Sep 4, 2025 — Inspection
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • 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

Jan 16, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Feb 26, 2024 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • 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

Nov 15, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Oct 31, 2023 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • 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

Aug 9, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 15, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 1, 2023 — Inspection
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • 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

Nov 30, 2022 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • 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

Jun 14, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jun 6, 2022 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • 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

May 24, 2022 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • 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

May 9, 2022 — Inspection
10 violations cited · view state record
10 violations
  • 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

Jul 7, 2021 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 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?
  2. 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?
  3. 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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