Earned the highest arts & music score in Cedar Hill. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
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Cambridge Academy Cedar Hill at 513 Straus Rd in Cedar Hill, Texas, is a 85-capacity academy-style program serving infants through school-age children with early hours (6:30 AM opening), meals included, and active subsidy acceptance with enrichment classes, field trips, and school transportation. The center employs the Circle Curriculum developed by the Child Learning Institute, with specialized Bernoulli and Pre-K classrooms featuring real materials and educational centers, alongside extracurricular piano, art, karate, and soccer; advanced security includes magnetic access control and monitored cameras in all rooms. Texas Rising Star accreditation, USDA-approved meals, and ProCare parent communication round out its offerings. However, the center carries a concerning compliance record: 7 high-severity HHSC deficiencies and 2 medium-high deficiencies warrant careful review of recent inspection reports before enrollment.
Safety2.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality5.0
Compassion5.0
Management4.0
Culture5.0
Class sizes8.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Circle Curriculum developed by the Child Learning Institute, recognized as gold standard for daycare use. Programs include Bernoulli (18-36 months) and Pre-K (3-5 years) with classrooms featuring real materials and diverse educational centers.
Programs & activities: Rotational piano, art classes, karate, soccer, and additional extracurricular enrichment options. Multiple play areas including turf fields and covered playgrounds.
What sets it apart: Accredited partnership with Child Learning Institute and Texas Rising Star. Advanced security with magnetic access control and monitored cameras in every room. USDA-approved meals and snacks meeting CACFP guidelines. ProCare software for parent communication with frequent photos and messages.
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