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Heavenly Care Child Development Center

1948 Bickers St, Dallas, TX 75212 · Dallas County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Heavenly Care Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Dallas, TX, licensed for up to 83 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2005. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 21 times and investigated 5 reports. Inspectors recorded 50 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (17 of 50). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 16% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 3 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #313 of 328 centers in Dallas and better than 4% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 4%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #313 of 328 centers in Dallas
6High risk
27Medium High risk
15Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
2Low risk
50 citations from 21 inspections and 5 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 6, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 6, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 24, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 23, 2026 · Inspection · no citationNov 24, 2025 · Inspection · no citationNov 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJul 14, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJun 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 10, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundDec 16, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundOct 15, 2024 · Inspection · no citationSep 4, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 31, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundJun 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 14, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 8, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 1, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundOct 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 8, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 31, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJun 30, 2022 · Inspection · no citationFeb 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJan 25, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJan 24, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety17
Training & qualifications10
Records & paperwork8
Food & feeding4
Other standards4
Sleep safety2
Staff ratios2
Supervision1
Health & medication1
Transportation1

Citations, newest first

MediumNov 5, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Licensing Notice-Keeping Children Safe §746.401(3)
During the inspection, the "Keeping Children Safe" notice was not posted in a prominent area. This was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumNov 5, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
During the inspection, it was observed that the large playground gate is damaged and fails to latch securely. Additionally, several outdoor toys were found to be broken, and there was hazardous trash present.
Correction verified Nov 24, 2025
HighNov 5, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down §746.2409(c)
An infant was observed inside cribs with the drop gate open. This was corrected during the inspection.
Correction verified Nov 24, 2025
Medium HighNov 5, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily §746.4751(a)
The documentation provided indicates that the center has not been completing its weekly and monthly maintenance outdoor checks.
Correction verified Nov 24, 2025
Medium HighNov 5, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During the inspection, it was noted that the diaper changing mat had several visible rips and tears. These damages exposed the underlying material.
Correction verified Nov 24, 2025
MediumNov 5, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Three infant feeding insturction reviewed had not been updated withing the required 30 days.
Correction verified Nov 7, 2025
MediumNov 5, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation §746.401(2)
The most recent licensing inspection report was not posted in a visible area. This was corrected during the inspection
Corrected during the visit
MediumNov 5, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - License §746.401(1)
The center License permit was not posted in a visible area. This was corrected during inspection and was posted.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighNov 5, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
During the inspection, several trash cans without lids were observed, making the trash visible and accessible to children.
Correction verified Nov 24, 2025
Medium HighJun 23, 2025InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
During the inspection, staff was unable to provide me with the ages of the children she was caring for.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2025
Medium HighJun 23, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
During the inspection, it was observed that the playground's loose fill surfacing did not meet the required minimum depth.
Correction verified Jul 1, 2025
MediumJan 13, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Staff files were not available to review.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2025
LowDec 16, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program §746.611(a)(1)
Two child's file did not have the required documentation for the health statement.
Correction verified Jan 3, 2025
MediumDec 16, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Staff files were not available to review.
Correction verified Jan 13, 2025
Medium HighDec 16, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups §746.2419(6)
Two cups in the infant room were not labeld as required. This was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 31, 2024Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
The center did not notify CCR within the required timeframe.
Correction verified Oct 7, 2024
HighJun 18, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A staff member was observed with director access to children in care without have a completed background check. This was corrected during the inspection the staff member left.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2024
Medium HighFeb 15, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
Walls and flooring in the building are in need of repair. The repairs were needed with the last inspection and the department was told it would be done, however, as of today the same repairs have not been made.
Correction verified Mar 1, 2024
MediumFeb 15, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification §746.901(8)
6 employee files were reviewed and 5 were missing a copy of their ID.
Corrected during the visit
LowFeb 15, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit §746.1105(3)
6 employee files were reviewed and all 6 were missing their notarized Affidavits.
Correction verified Mar 1, 2024
Medium HighOct 19, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(a)(4)(A)
Only 1 of the 8 staff files evaluated had current first aid training as required.
Correction verified Oct 31, 2023
Medium HighOct 19, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
Only 1 of the 8 files evaluated had current Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing as required
Correction verified Oct 31, 2023
Medium HighOct 19, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation §746.1301(a)(1)(A)
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed orientation. Proof of orientation was received for new staff and is now in compliance.
Correction verified Oct 31, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
8 children files were reviewed and 1 did not have the required immunization records or an exemption
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
MediumOct 4, 2023InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plans §746.2203(a)
One of the toddler rooms did not have a written activity plan as required
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionOther standards
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly §746.5537(a)(2)
No monthly carbon monoxide testing could be verified during the inspection.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly §746.5307(a)
No monthly fire extinguisher inspection was available to review for compliance.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
A play structure that requires loose fill did not have the required amount in the use zone. The structure is greater than 5 feet and requires a minimum of 9 inches of loose fill.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation §746.1301(a)(1)(A)
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed orientation.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training §746.1301(a)(2)(A)
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed pre-service training or how they did not require it.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
HighOct 4, 2023InspectionOther standards
Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System §746.5531
The center did not have a carbon monoxide detector as required.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training §746.1301(a)(7)(A)
A caregiver used to transport children did not have the required transportation training available to review when requested.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
Low hanging powerlines were observed in the area where children play and where one of the emergency exits are located.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
MediumOct 4, 2023InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities §746.2207(c)(1)
A school aged child was observed watching a television program that was not related to a planned activity that meets educational goals.
Corrected during the visit
MediumOct 4, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit §746.4003(a)
The operation did not have a complete first aid kit on the premises as required.
Correction verified Oct 19, 2023
MediumOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
No documented monthly inspection of active play equipment or space was available to view. Broken toys, debris, and toys with missing parts were present during inspection and asked to be removed.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training §746.1301(a)(6)(A)
When reviewing the directors file, only 21 of the 30 required annual training hours were available to review.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe §746.3701(5)
Toys used by children while playing outside were observed to have rough sharp edges. Staff were requested to remove the itmes during the time of the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location §746.5207(a)(3)
The emergency evacuation diagrams posted in the center do not show the designated location outside of the child-care center where all caregivers and children meet to ensure everyone has exited the child - care center safely.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
Electrical outlets in classrooms with children younger than 5 were observed to not have child proof covers on them.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room §746.5207(b)
The emergency diagram was missing from 3 of the classrooms as required.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets §746.2409(a)(2)
1 infant crib that was currently being used for an infant in care was observed to have loose sheets that were not tight/snug fitting as required.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked §746.4309
The 2 exits outside of the play area were locked with both locks and chains and neither of the staff members had the key to unlock them in the event of an emergency.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
MediumOct 4, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
There were 3 infants present who were not on table food and did not have written feeding instructions.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
Medium HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Extinguishers Serviced §746.5307(b)
The fire extinguisher in the kitchen does not have a documented inspection since 2020.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
HighOct 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Smoke Detectors Testing §746.5319
No documentation of monthly smoke detector tests were available to view during the inspection.
Correction verified Oct 17, 2023
MediumOct 4, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired §746.4003(b)
There were items in the first aid kit inside the centers van that were expired
Correction verified Oct 19, 2023
HighOct 4, 2023InspectionTransportation
Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children §746.5617(a)(1)
There was not a current list of children being transported ready to review during the inspection. This was corrected during the inspection
Corrected during the visit
MediumFeb 16, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
The infants did not have feeding instructions available for review.
Correction verified Mar 7, 2022
Medium HighFeb 16, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent §746.2431
There were no infant daily reports accessible for review.
Correction verified Mar 7, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity83 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceMay 16, 2005
DirectorVenetta Hill
Phone9726852889
State operation #848846

Common questions

Does Heavenly Care Child Development Center take infants?

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

What are Heavenly Care Child Development Center’s hours?

6:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Heavenly Care Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

Has Heavenly Care Child Development Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Nov 5, 2025: “Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Heavenly Care Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Dallas?

It is tied for #313 of 328 centers in Dallas by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 4% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Heavenly Care Child Development Center last inspected?

Aug 6, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Other centers near 75212

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 848846 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.