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Cecy's Daycare

1224 S Maddox Ave, Dumas, TX 79029 · Moore County
Accepts child care subsidies

Cecy's Daycare is a licensed child care center in Dumas, TX, licensed for up to 51 children and serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2016. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 29 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 60 citations, 17 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (15 of 60). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. 8% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 5 centers in Dumas and better than 5% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 5%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#4 of 5 centers in Dumas
17High risk
24Medium High risk
19Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
60 citations from 29 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 2, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundNov 14, 2025 · Inspection · no citationSep 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citationAug 28, 2025 · Inspection · no citationAug 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJul 29, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 2, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJun 19, 2025 · Assessment · citation foundMay 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 23, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundAug 8, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 28, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 15, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 6, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJan 31, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundAug 3, 2023 · Inspection · no citationApr 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationApr 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 8, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJan 26, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundNov 3, 2022 · Inspection · no citationOct 31, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundAug 15, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 4, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundAug 3, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 11, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 28, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundApr 26, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety15
Health & medication14
Training & qualifications10
Staff ratios6
Records & paperwork4
Other standards3
Supervision3
Food & feeding2
Sleep safety2
Transportation1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJul 2, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR §746.1315(b)
Two staff had expired CPR and First aid training in file that expired 6/2026.
Correction verified Jul 17, 2026
MediumAug 18, 2025InspectionOther standards
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer §746.4501(b)
A classroom was observed eating lunch and they were not strapped in on the seats per manufacturing instructions.
Correction verified Aug 28, 2025
HighAug 18, 2025InspectionSupervision
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)
It was observed at inspection, that a caregiver was left responsible for two group of children that were in 2 different classrooms. This prevented the caregiver from being able to supervise both groups within physical proximity and intervene at a given moment.
Correction verified Aug 28, 2025
MediumJun 19, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Notification of Change in Space §746.301(2)
The operation allowed children to play in front of the building prior to notifying Child Care Regulation of this change and it had not been approved as outdoor space for the operation.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2025
Medium HighJun 19, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space §746.4305
The operation allowed children that are younger than five years of age to play in the front of the building. The front area is not fenced in and therefore, cannot be used for outdoor time by children that are younger than school age.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2025
HighMay 14, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
An individual was present and in direct care of children prior to notification of eligibility being received.
Correction verified May 19, 2025
HighOct 3, 2024InspectionOther standards
HRC42.059 - Employment Affidavit
A staff that has been employed since 8/12/2024 did not have the a notarized Affidavit for Applicants for Employment with a Licensed Operation or Registered Child-Care Home (Form 2985) and the Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations (Form 2912) completed in file when the file was reviewed. **The form 2912 was completed at inspection. This is in compliance.
Correction verified Oct 7, 2024
MediumOct 3, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
One staff was missing 3 hours for the completed annual training year of 9/20/2023 - 9/20/2024.
Correction verified Oct 14, 2024
HighOct 3, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information §746.5617(a)(2)
The children have been transported and the emergency medical information has not been taken when the children have been transported. **The operation made copies of the emergency medical information and placed in the binder taken to transport children. This is in compliance.
Corrected during the visit
MediumOct 3, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Drills §746.5205(4)
The emergency drills required to be practiced and documented were reviewed and the operation lacked documentation for fire drills and additional monthly checks for January through September 2024.
Correction verified Oct 11, 2024
Medium HighOct 3, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training §746.1301(a)(2)(A)
One staff file were reviewed and did not all the required 24 hours of pre-service in file, including pre-service for staff that are working with children that are younger than 24 months and only had 8 hours of pre-service completed.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2024
Medium HighJul 25, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment - No Overlap §746.4813(c)
A large playground equipment that requires at least 6 feet all around the structure overlapped with another structure that has rotating seats and that play structure required at least 7 feet of use zone all around structure. Therefore, there should be at least 13 feet in between the two play structures of use zone. Also in the playground area, a mini trampoline was observed that did not have the required use zone for the structure. Multiple slides were observed being used by children and use zone of 6 feet was not followed for the slides. Additionally, a Little Tyke composite structure being used in the toddlers classroom had a bucket seat attached to a slide did not have the required use zone for the bucket seat or the slide and was positioned next to a wall.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2024
Medium HighJul 25, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
A large playground equipment that has three slides that requires at least 6 inches of loose fill did not have the required loose-fill. A rotating equipment that requires at least 6 inches of loose fill did not have the required 6 inches of loose fill for the structure and anchoring supports were observed not anchored. Multiple slides were observed that were taller than 20 inches and did not have the required 6 inches of loose fill. Additionally, there is a mini trampoline that did not have the required 6 inches of loose fill for it. Lastly, there was a Little Tyke composite structure observed in the younger toddlers classroom that has a bucket seat attached to a slide and this structure did not have the required loose fill of 6 inches for it.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2024
Medium HighJun 17, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space §746.4305
The infant playground area did not have a gate, therefore, the play area is not full enclosed.
Correction verified Jul 25, 2024
Medium HighJun 17, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear §746.4807(a)
A playground equipment did not have the required 6 feet of use zone for two swings. It required 14 feet away from the fence and it was 7 feet away from the fence. Additionally, there are two slides on the play equipment that require 6 feet of use zone and had items in the use zone.
Correction verified Jul 25, 2024
Medium HighJun 17, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
A playground equipment that required at least 6 inches of loose fill did not have the required loose-fill.
Correction verified Jul 25, 2024
MediumMay 28, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
One staff was lacking 4 clock hours for the annual training year of the required 30 clock hours in the annual training year of 5/12/2023 - 5/12/2024.
Correction verified Jun 17, 2024
Medium HighMay 28, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan §746.605(16)
One child did not have a food allergy plan in file and has a diagnosed food allergy.
Correction verified May 30, 2024
MediumMay 28, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
A staff employed did not have at least six of the required 30 annual training hours that must come from instructor-led training in the annual training year of 5/9/2023 - 5/9/2024. The staff also did not the following required topics: emergency preparedness; storing, handling, and disposing of hazardous materials; building and physical premises.
Correction verified Jul 3, 2024
HighMay 28, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(12)
Six children files were missing child admission information related to water activities and school information not filled out for three children. One child did not have parent signature on the information for the authorization for emergency medical attention, two children did not have information for the physician in the emergency medical authorization section provided by the parent. Two children did not have the food allergy section completed by the parent.
Correction verified Jun 17, 2024
MediumMay 28, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance §746.801(5)
Attendance records for the director was not available for review at inspection.
Correction verified Jun 17, 2024
MediumMay 28, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
A child in care did not have a health statement in file for review and the child has attended care longer than 12 months. **This was corrected at inspection when the parent emailed the health statement to the operation and it was placed in the child's file.
Corrected during the visit
HighMay 28, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Required Immunizations §746.613(a)
One child did not have up to date immunizations or the immunization exemption in file for review.
Correction verified Jun 17, 2024
Medium HighFeb 6, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
Adequate lighting was not observed in a classroom used for children to nap in. **This was corrected at inspection when a lamp that was turned on was directed into the classroom where the children were sleeping in.
Correction verified Feb 15, 2024
HighFeb 6, 2024InspectionSupervision
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)
A group/classroom of children was not directly supervised by the only caregiver in the building as the caregiver was not in the classroom the entire time.
Correction verified Feb 15, 2024
Medium HighJan 31, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Handwashing Procedures §746.3419
A caregiver washed children's hands but did not use running water as the children were washing their hands in the same bowl of soapy water with a wash cloth.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2024
Medium HighJan 31, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
Adequate lighting was not observed in a classroom used for children to nap in.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2024
MediumJan 31, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products- Annual Certification §746.4135(b)
The children's product certification form was last completed on 1/23/2023 and was past due as it is required to be completed at least once annually. **This was corrected at inspection by the operation when the form was completed.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJan 31, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
A staff file was reviewed and the staff was missing six clock hours of the 30 required clock hours in the annual training year of 5/9/2022 - 5/9/2023.
Correction verified Feb 5, 2024
HighJan 31, 2024InspectionSupervision
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)
One child was observed going to the restroom and the primary caregiver present and in charge of the child did not have physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness. Additionally, two children were taken to the restroom and a classroom was left unsupervised and unattended by the primary caregiver of the group. A group/classroom of children was not directly supervised by the only caregiver in the building as the caregiver was not in the classroom the entire time.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2024
HighJan 31, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information §746.5617(a)(2)
Children were observed being transported to school by a staff and the following were not taken when the children were transported: the emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child that was transported. Additionally, the first-aid kit used when transporting children was not complete as it was missing the first aid guide and thermometer. Additionally, the first aid kit in the building was missing the first aid guide. **The first aid kit for the vehicle and the building were corrected at inspection.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2024
MediumJan 31, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
One staff did not have all required 24 clock hours for the annual training year of 9/20/2022 - 9/20/2023 . The individual was missing 3 clock hours.
Correction verified Feb 7, 2024
Medium HighJan 31, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
Cleaning supplies that state "Keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children in the restroom used by children.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2024
MediumJan 31, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Two children's files reviewed and they were missing health statement in the file and the child has been enrolled longer than twelve months.
Correction verified Feb 9, 2024
MediumJan 31, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving §745.651(1)
Two individuals listed on the operation's background check list that require to be inactivated using that haven't been associated with the operation since middle of December were still listed, and this is longer than the required 7 days of their termination date that they have to inactivated. **This was corrected at inspection when the individuals were inactivated.
Corrected during the visit
HighJan 31, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Required Immunizations §746.613(a)
Two children's files were reviewed and they were missing an up to date immunization record.
Correction verified Feb 15, 2024
Medium HighJan 31, 2024InspectionTransportation
Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident §746.5607(b)
Several car seats that are used to transport children were expired.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2024
MediumJan 31, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Notification of Change in Space §746.301(2)
The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of added space to a classroom.
Corrected during the visit
HighApr 11, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Required Immunizations §746.613(a)
One child file was reviewed and did not have current immunizations in file.
Correction verified May 9, 2023
Medium HighApr 11, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
Cleaning supplies and other items that state "Keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children in the restroom used by children. Additionally, the trash cans did not have lids on them to keep garbage inaccessible to children.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2023
Medium HighApr 11, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area §746.3505(e)
Diaper changes were observed at inspection and the diaper changing surface was not properly sanitized after any of the diaper changes observed.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2023
HighMar 8, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The last fire inspection was conducted on 2/16/2022 and it is required to be completed every 12 months, and therefore, it is past due.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2023
MediumJan 20, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
The operational policies was lacking information related to the promotion of indoor and outdoor activities, suscreen and insect repellant application expectations and the link to the minimum standards.
Correction verified Jan 26, 2023
Medium HighJan 20, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child §746.3415(4)
Staff were observed conducting diaper changes at inspection but did not wash their hands afterwards. Additionally, staff helped children with wiping their noses but did not wash their hands after.
Correction verified Jan 26, 2023
Medium HighJan 20, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
The operation had various indoor and outdoor hazards identified at inspection. The playground had a toy car with sharp edges from broken pieces of the toy. A piece of concrete protrudes out of the dirt at an upward angle creating a large tripping hazard. Two classrooms had mop buckets or bowls of water in reach of children with cleaning solution.
Correction verified Jan 26, 2023
Medium HighJan 20, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area §746.3505(e)
Diaper changes were observed at inspection and the diaper changing surface was not sanitized after any of the diaper changes.
Correction verified Jan 26, 2023
MediumOct 31, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors §746.801(10)
The documentation for emergency drills was not available for review.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2022
HighOct 31, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
Cleaning chemicals were stored in a lower cabinet and were accessible to children in care.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2022
Medium HighOct 31, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders §746.3317(6)
During snack time, food was served on the table's bare surface.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2022
MediumOct 31, 2022InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Off When Not in Use §746.2207(c)(6)
The television was on when not in use for over an hour during the inspection.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2022
HighAug 4, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
An individual was the sole caregiver of a toddler classroom without an eligible background check result.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2022
MediumAug 3, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
The director did not have any training certificates available for review from her last annual training year.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2022
MediumAug 3, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
The director has not kept or maintained monthly checklists of the building and grounds.
Correction verified Aug 23, 2022
Medium HighAug 3, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area §746.3505(e)
A caregiver did not sanitize a diaper-changing pad after changing a child's diaper.
Correction verified Aug 4, 2022
HighAug 3, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
An individual was the sole caregiver of a toddler classroom without an eligible background check result.
Correction verified Aug 4, 2022
Medium HighAug 3, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training §746.1301(6)(A)
The second director has not completed annual trainings from her training year of 8/11/2020-8/11/2021. The first director had not completed the following training topics within her annual training year of 5/9/2021-5/9/2022: Food Allergies, Abuse and Neglect, Building and Premises Safety, Hazardous Materials, and Emergency Preparedness.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2022
HighApr 28, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points §746.4601(7)
A piece of outdoor play equipment has broken pieces of plastic that present sharp points and pinching hazards.
Correction verified May 11, 2022
Medium HighApr 28, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
A child's hands were not washed after having her diaper changed. The caregiver did not wash her own hands with soap and water after the diaper change.
Correction verified May 11, 2022
HighApr 26, 2022Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The director was unaware of the hazards present in storing a propane tank inside the building. She also did not report a fire that took place on the premises to Licensing.
Correction verified Jun 7, 2022
Medium HighApr 26, 2022Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence §746.305(a)(1)
The operation did not report to Licensing a fire that took place on the premises.
Correction verified Jun 7, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity51 children
Ages servedToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours05:30 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJun 15, 2016
Director—
Phone8069345572
State operation #1602916

Common questions

Does Cecy's Daycare take infants?

No. Its Texas license covers toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children, not infants.

What are Cecy's Daycare’s hours?

5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Cecy's Daycare accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Cecy's Daycare cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Cecy's Daycare for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Panhandle area, which includes Dumas, is $31.20 a day for toddlers, $30.20 a day for 3-year-olds and $28.80 a day for school-age children (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Cecy's Daycare had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 17 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Aug 18, 2025: “Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Cecy's Daycare compare with other daycares in Dumas?

It is #4 of 5 centers in Dumas by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 5% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Cecy's Daycare last inspected?

Jul 2, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule 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 1602916 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.