Lionheart Childrens Academy at McArthur Blvd

Licensed Center

Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Irving / Dallas / 75063
Street address: 8001 Mustang Dr
Phone: (972) 999-1918
Capacity: 173
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 06:30 AM-06:00 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: December 15, 2022
Operation status:: Active
Corrective action: HHSC lists: No
Adverse action: HHSC lists: No
Temporarily closed: HHSC lists: No

Corrective action means HHSC requires steps to address compliance concerns; see the official HHSC record for details.

Adverse action means HHSC has taken enforcement action affecting an operation’s permit or ability to operate; see the official HHSC record for details.

Summary of state inspection records

Texas HHSC records list 15 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated October 7, 2026.

The same records list 18 cited deficiencies dated November 19, 2024 to August 5, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 4 High, 8 Medium High, 3 Medium, 3 Low).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 0 corrected at inspection, 18 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

HHSC lists a verified correction date for 18 of these citations.

The official HHSC record has the full inspection history and the latest information.

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Summary of the record

This summary is generated automatically from public HHSC records. It restates the official record and may lag behind it. The official state record is the authoritative source: official HHSC record.

Texas Health and Human Services records list 18 cited deficiencies for Lionheart Childrens Academy at McArthur Blvd in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (4 High, 8 Medium High, 3 Medium, 3 Low).

Records list 15 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-10-07.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	4
Medium High	8
Medium	3
Medium Low	0
Low	3
Unknown	0

HHSC assigns each standard a risk weight from Low to High. A deficiency is a finding that a minimum standard was not met.

Recent citations in the summary window

2026-08-05 · 746.5205(1) · Medium High

Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

The operation did not have current documentation for fire drills.

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-05

2026-04-29 · 746.303(a)(4) · Medium High

Report Change in Director

Correction date recorded: 2026-05-14

2026-04-17 · 746.303(a)(4) · Medium High

Report Change in Director

The change in directors was not reported to licensing in writing within five days after the change was made.

Correction date recorded: 2026-05-14

Full citation history from HHSC (22)

2026-08-05 · 746.5205(1) · Medium High
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-05. Correction verified: 2026-09-15.
The operation did not have current documentation for fire drills.
2026-04-29 · 746.303(a)(4) · Medium High
Report Change in Director
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-14. Correction verified: 2026-06-08.
No narrative recorded.
2026-04-17 · 746.303(a)(4) · Medium High
Report Change in Director
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-05-14. Correction verified: 2026-05-15.
The change in directors was not reported to licensing in writing within five days after the change was made.
2026-03-26 · 746.3407(12) · High
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-24. Correction verified: 2026-04-29.
The operation had a disinfectant bottle that was in reach of children and a child had the bottle in their mouth.
2026-03-01 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-23. Correction verified: 2026-03-30.
The caregiver did not show good judgement when giving a child peanut butter dog treats during snack time and the operation does not serve peanut butter.
2026-01-05 · 746.305(a)(6) · High
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-01-21. Correction verified: 2026-01-26.
This standard was evaluated in regard to an investigation and a violation was found. The operation did not report a situation that placed a child at risk within the required 48 hours.
2026-01-05 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-01-21. Correction verified: 2026-01-29.
This standard was evaluated in regard to an investigation and a violation was found. A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when she failed to check a labeled bottle before feeding it to the wrong child.
2026-01-05 · 746.1315(a) · Medium High
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-01-21. Correction verified: 2026-01-26.
This standard was evaluated in regard to an investigation and a violation was found. A caregiver that did not have current first aid was left alone with children.
2025-10-30 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-11-14. Correction verified: 2025-11-14.
7 out of 10 employee files reviewed still did not have a current TB test.
2025-10-06 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-27. Correction verified: 2025-10-30.
7 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have a current TB test.
2024-11-19 · 746.1105(4) · Low
Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
3 out of 10 employees files reviewed did not have the preemployment affidavit.
2024-11-19 · 746.5202(2) · Medium High
Emergency Preparedness Plan - Communication Procedures
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
The emergency prepardness plan was not complete.
2024-11-19 · 746.1105(2) · Low
Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - TB Exam
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
2 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have tuberculosis screening.
2024-11-19 · 746.1315(b) · Medium High
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
2 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have current CPR training.
2024-11-19 · 746.1105(3) · Low
Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
1 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit.
2024-11-19 · 746.1301(a)(5)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
2 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have the required number of training hours.
2024-11-19 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
5 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have the required annual training topics.
2024-11-19 · 746.1301(a)(3)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-12-10. Correction verified: 2024-12-12.
2 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have current first aid training.
2023-10-05 · 746.2805 · High
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-17. Correction verified: 2023-11-01.
This standard was reviewed in part of a report and found to be deficient. A caregiver lifted a child inappropriately.
2023-10-05 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-17. Correction verified: 2023-11-01.
This standard was reviewed in part of a report and found to be deficient. A caregiver became frustrated in the classroom and did not maintain self control.
2023-10-05 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-10-17. Correction verified: 2023-11-01.
This standard was reviewed in part of a report and found to be deficient. A child wondered off alone and away from adult supervision for a short period.
2023-01-13 · 746.1203(4) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-02-01. Correction verified: 2023-02-06.
This standard was reviewed in part of a report and found to be deficient when a caregiver fell asleep while caring for children.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1406020

Records reflect only deficiencies published by the state after due process. This page does not rate or rank providers. Check the official record for the latest information.

Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.