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Childrens Courtyard

4400 W Pleasant Ridge Rd, Arlington, TX 76016 · Tarrant County
3 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Childrens Courtyard is a licensed child care center in Arlington, TX, licensed for up to 200 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1991. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 18 times and investigated 7 reports. Inspectors recorded 23 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for health & medication (5 of 23). 19 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 high-risk. 9% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #80 of 108 centers in Arlington and better than 19% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 19%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#80 of 108 centers in Arlington
6High risk
13Medium High risk
4Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
23 citations from 18 inspections and 3 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 19 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 23, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 23, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 21, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 31, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 24, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 17, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundJun 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 8, 2026 · Inspection · no citationDec 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundNov 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundAug 14, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 23, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 21, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMar 11, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 29, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 14, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 9, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 5, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 3, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 20, 2022 · Inspection · no citationOct 18, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundJun 24, 2022 · Inspection · no citationOct 15, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 1, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication5
Building & playground safety4
Other standards3
Staff ratios3
Child protection2
Food & feeding2
Supervision2
Sleep safety1
Caregiver conduct1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighSep 23, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
During the walkthrough, there were 2 classrooms, and the electrical outlets were not covered.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJul 31, 2026InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities §746.2207(c)(1)
A TV was observed on in the school age classroom with cartoons playing not related to any activity the children where participating in.
Correction verified Aug 21, 2026
HighJul 31, 2026InspectionChild protection
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation §746.1201(5)
Caregivers where not aware of how to report suspected abuse or neglect.
Correction verified Aug 21, 2026
HighJun 17, 2026Found during an investigationChild protection
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation §746.1201(5)
A caregiver did not report concerns of suspected child abuse.
Correction verified Jul 31, 2026
HighJun 17, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children §746.1201(2)
A caregiver did not show patience when interacting with an infant while feeding.
Correction verified Jul 31, 2026
Medium HighDec 11, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Administering Medication - Not After Expiration date §746.3805(b)(3)
There are two medication were expired during today's inspection.
Correction verified Dec 17, 2025
Medium HighDec 11, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date §746.3805(b)(1)
During today's inspection, there was one child's medications not in the original container labeled with the child s full name and the date brought to the operation.
Correction verified Dec 17, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated §746.3803(a)(1)
During today's inspection, several children s medications were in the office. However, the parents did not sign the documentation allowing the facility to have the medication.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing Before Eating §746.3417(1)
During the inspection, the 2 years-old classroom children did not wash their hands before eating. The children were playing with the toys and on the floor.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
During today's inspection, there are 7 infants with 1 teacher. The youngest infant is 4 months and olderst infant is 19 months. It is over the ratio.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date §746.3805(b)(1)
During today's inspection, there are several children's medications are not in the original container labeled with the child s full name and the date brought to the operation.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
MediumNov 19, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
During today's inspection, 7 infants do not have feeding instructions in their file.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps §746.2407
During the walk-through in the infant room, none of the high chairs have safety straps for infants to use.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Indoor Space Requirement §746.4201
Upon arrival, 6 children are in the office with the office staff which the area is for adult and teachers only.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionOther standards
Responsibilities of caregivers-Set appropriate behavior expectations §746.1203(6)
During today's inspection, three teachers cared for 12 two-year-old children. The teachers were unable to establish proper behavior, and the classroom was chaotic. Several children were climbing on the tables, throwing toys, and running around the room. The teachers did not redirect the children.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup §746.2419(7)
There is an infant walking around with a bottle during the walk-through.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
During the walk-through, for p-k and school age playgrounds loose fill were observed low. It was measured only 2 inches.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
MediumNov 19, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
There are 3 infants' feeding instructions were not updated since June 2025.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Administering Medication - Not After Expiration date §746.3805(b)(3)
There are several medication were expired during today's inspection.
Correction verified Dec 11, 2025
MediumMar 11, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
A health statment needed for one infant in care.
Correction verified Mar 21, 2024
HighFeb 9, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
This law was evaluated with regard to an investigation and has been found to be in violation with the Minimum Standard Rules for Licensed Child Care Centers based on observations made at the operation, review of records and supporting documentation, and interviews with parent and caregivers. By not checking the label, a caregiver was giving a wrong breastmilk bottle to a child.
Correction verified Mar 22, 2024
HighOct 18, 2022Found during an investigationSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
The allegation of a violation of the Minimum Standard Rules for Licensed Child Care Centers was able to be substantiated based on preponderance through observations and interviews with various caregivers.
Correction verified Dec 2, 2022
HighSep 27, 2021Found during an investigationSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
This standard was under review due to an investigation, and was found to be compliant. A child was left unattended, in a room, for about 30 minutes.
Correction verified Oct 15, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity200 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceFeb 17, 1991
DirectorShauna Jewell
Phone8174787733
State operation #401626- 810

Common questions

Does Childrens Courtyard take infants?

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

What are Childrens Courtyard’s hours?

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

Does Childrens Courtyard accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

Has Childrens Courtyard had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jul 31, 2026: “Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Childrens Courtyard compare with other daycares in Arlington?

It is #80 of 108 centers in Arlington by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 19% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Childrens Courtyard last inspected?

Sep 23, 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 401626- 810 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.