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Bullard Early Education

111 N Rather St, Bullard, TX 75757 · Smith County
Accepts child care subsidies

Bullard Early Education is a licensed child care center in Bullard, TX, licensed for up to 150 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2011. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 23 times and investigated 9 reports. Inspectors recorded 19 citations, 8 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (5 of 19). None of them came in the last 12 months. 21% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #54 of 63 centers in Smith County and better than 37% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 37%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#54 of 63 centers in Smith County
8High risk
6Medium High risk
5Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
19 citations from 23 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 0 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 28, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Apr 28, 2026 · Inspection · no citationSep 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citationAug 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 21, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 16, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 13, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 11, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 3, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 6, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 4, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 6, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 3, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundNov 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 31, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 18, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 9, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 20, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 19, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundNov 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundAug 29, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 26, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 15, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 23, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMay 12, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 11, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMar 31, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 30, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 13, 2021 · Inspection · citation foundNov 22, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety5
Sleep safety4
Caregiver conduct3
Health & medication2
Staff ratios2
Records & paperwork1
Supervision1
Child protection1

Citations, newest first

HighAug 13, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Bean Bags, Waterbeds, Foam Pads As Sleeping Equipment §746.2415(a)(5)
During a walk through of the building, it was observed in a infant classroom a bean bag that the children use to lay down on as a calming corner. This was brought to the caregivers attention and removed from the classroom. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumAug 13, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Drills §746.5205(4)
During a review of the records, it was observed no server weather or lock down drill has been conducted this year nor a fire drill since April of 2025.
Correction verified Sep 22, 2025
MediumDec 13, 2024Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries §746.307(c)
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. There is not enough evidence to prove the operation informed the parent of the injury.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2025
MediumDec 13, 2024Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent §746.707
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. The parents of an injured child did not receive an incident report at the time of the incident.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2025
HighJun 20, 2024InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
During an inspection of the center, it was observed an 8 month old infant sleeping in their crib with a blanket and stuff animal. The operation did not have an infant sleep exception form.
Correction verified Jul 3, 2024
MediumJun 6, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services §746.501(a)(30)
During a review of the parent handbook it was observed no mention of inclusive services offered at the operation.
Correction verified Jun 20, 2024
HighJun 4, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-report allegations and has been found deficient. A caregiver who is no longer working at the center was observed roughly handling a child in care.
Correction verified Jul 3, 2024
HighMay 3, 2024Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. A group of about 5 students were left unsupervised while in the restroom. This was quickly corrected when the caregiver returned to the restroom. No students were injured.
Correction verified Jun 20, 2024
HighNov 16, 2023InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
During a walk through of the building, an infant was observed with a small blanket in their crib. This was soon corrected by the caregiver.
Corrected during the visit
HighNov 16, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Covering Infant's Head or Crib §746.2429
During a walk through of the building, it was observed by licensing an infant asleep in their crib with their head cover with a small blanket. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the blanket from the crib.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMay 22, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During a walk through of the playground it was observed a hole in the middle of the walk area on the larger playground.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2023
HighJan 19, 2023Found during an investigationChild protection
Parental Communication - Notify Immediately about Allegation of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation §746.307(a)
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. The operation did not notify the parent of a child in care immediately of suspected abuse.
Correction verified Mar 9, 2023
MediumNov 8, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
During a review of the parent handbook, it was observed by licensing missing information regrading the promotion of indoor and outdoor activities.
Correction verified Nov 18, 2022
Medium HighAug 15, 2022Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness §746.305(a)(4)
This standard was revied in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation did not report a covid-19 result in the appropriate time frame.
Correction verified Oct 11, 2022
Medium HighMar 31, 2022Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. The pre-k restroom tile floor was damage with exposed wooden flooring. The operation quickly repaired this and was brought into compliance.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMar 30, 2022Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior §746.2803(4)(C)
This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegation and found to be deficient. Positive methods of discipline were not used when a caregiver roughly handled a child. This caregiver is no longer working for the operation.
Correction verified May 12, 2022
HighMar 30, 2022Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
This standard was reviewed in relations to the self-reported allegation and found to be deficient. The caregiver in charge did not demonstrate good judgment when a child was roughly handled. This caregiver is no longer working for the operation.
Correction verified May 12, 2022
Medium HighDec 13, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
While conducting a follow up inspection, it was observed by licensing a 2 1/2 inch hole in the pre-k hallway going towards the playground with a car inside.
Correction verified Dec 14, 2021
Medium HighNov 22, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
During a walk through of the operation, it was observed by licensing an exposed crawl space on the pre-k playground. Also observed was a 2 1/2 inch hole in the pre-k hallway going towards the playground with a car inside.
Correction verified Dec 13, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity150 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceAug 23, 2011
DirectorJessica White
Phone9038947222
State operation #1265148

Common questions

Does Bullard Early Education take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Bullard Early Education’s hours?

7 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Bullard Early Education accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Bullard Early Education cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Bullard Early Education for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the East Texas area, which includes Bullard, is $28.80 a day for infants, $28.00 a day for toddlers and $27.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Bullard Early Education had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 8 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Aug 13, 2025: “Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Bean Bags, Waterbeds, Foam Pads As Sleeping Equipment.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Bullard Early Education compare with other daycares in Smith County?

It is #54 of 63 centers in Smith County by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 37% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Bullard Early Education last inspected?

Apr 28, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 1265148 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.