LaunchPad Learning Center
Licensed child-care center in Garland, TX 75040 · Texas operation #1712166
Record summary
4 high-risk · 4 total
4 high-risk citations in the last 24 months (4 citations in all, from 8 inspections and 4 investigations); last inspection Jul 21, 2026.
0 of 4 citations were corrected while the inspector was there.
Counted from the state's records from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026. This is a count, not a grade: bigger centers get more visits, and one visit can produce several citations. How we summarize.
Details
- Address
- 1520 Lavon Dr, Garland, TX 75040
- Phone
- (469) 782-1830
- Ages served
- Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, School age
- Hours
- Mon to Fri, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 465 children
- Child care subsidy
- Yes, accepts subsidies (such as Workforce Solutions CCS)
- Type
- Licensed child-care center
- Permit
- Full Permit since May 7, 2021
- Director
- Jordan Zirpel
- Programs
- School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Transportation to/from School, Field Trips
Texas age groups: infants are under 18 months, toddlers 18 months to 3 years, pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 years (age when the school year starts), school age 5 and older and in kindergarten or above. Openings and tuition are not in the state data: call to ask.
Inspection history, last 24 months
Jul 21, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Mar 23, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Feb 26, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Feb 23, 2026: Investigation of a report
1 citation.
High risk The operation must report to the state any situation that places children at risk.
State rule 746.305(a)(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Report Situation Placing Children at Risk"
Inspector's note: The operation was not in compliance, as an incident that placed a child at risk was not reported.
Corrected Mar 24, 2026, verified by the state Apr 8, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Dec 16, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
Nov 3, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
Oct 30, 2025: Investigation of a report
No citations.
Sep 18, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
Jul 30, 2025: Investigation of a report
2 citations.
High risk Employees and caregivers must make sure no child is abused, neglected or exploited.
State rule 746.1201(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited"
Inspector's note: This was a DFPS investigation and a deficiency was found with regard to a child in care being neglectfully supervised by a staff person.
Corrected Oct 16, 2025, verified by the state Oct 16, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
High risk Caregivers must supervise every child at all times: close enough to step in, and always aware of what each child is doing.
State rule 746.1205(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Supervision ensures each child's safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child's on going activity"
Inspector's note: This was a DFPS investigation, and a deficiency was found with regard to a child being left unsupervised by the caregivers.
Corrected Oct 16, 2025, verified by the state Oct 16, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Jun 3, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
May 31, 2025: Investigation of a self-report
1 citation.
High risk Caregivers must supervise every child at all times: close enough to step in, and always aware of what each child is doing.
State rule 746.1205(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Supervision ensures each child's safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child's on going activity"
Inspector's note: This rule was evaluated with regard to an investigation and a deficiency was found. Based on the information gathered, it was determined that a child was left unsupervised in the playground by a caregiver.
Corrected Jun 24, 2025, verified by the state Jun 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Feb 10, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
In the year before that (Nov 12, 2023 to Nov 12, 2024): 3 visits and 1 citation. Older history is on the official record.
What the risk levels mean
Texas gives every rule a weight from High to Low, based on the risk to children when it is broken. A citation is one rule found not met at one visit. How to read a Texas inspection report.
- High risk: breaking it can put a child in immediate danger (for example supervision, ratios, safe sleep, background checks, prohibited punishment).
- Medium-high risk: a real safety or health concern, but usually less immediate (for example hazards in a room, missing medical or allergy information, required training).
- Medium risk: important for health and safety over time (for example records, drills, equipment upkeep).
- Medium-low risk: mostly paperwork or reporting that supports safety.
- Low risk: administrative requirements with little direct risk to children.
Official record
The full record, including older history, is on the state's site: LaunchPad Learning Center on Search Texas Child Care. Texas operation #1712166.
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