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Childrens Courtyard

8701 S Hulen St, Fort Worth, TX 76123 · Tarrant County
Accepts child care subsidies

Childrens Courtyard is a licensed child care center in Fort Worth, TX, licensed for up to 322 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2007. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 24 times and investigated 14 reports. Inspectors recorded 25 citations, 10 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (6 of 25). None of them came in the last 12 months. 4% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #162 of 216 centers in Fort Worth and better than 26% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 26%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
Tied for #162 of 216 centers in Fort Worth
10High risk
9Medium High risk
6Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
25 citations from 24 inspections and 7 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 0 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 14, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Apr 14, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 10, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 11, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundDec 13, 2024 · Inspection · no citationNov 20, 2024 · Inspection · no citationNov 19, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 16, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 4, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 4, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 31, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 22, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 19, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJan 27, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationDec 7, 2023 · Inspection · no citationDec 4, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 1, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 31, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 27, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 5, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 2, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundJul 10, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 18, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 2, 2023 · Inspection · no citationApr 21, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationApr 20, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 2, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 28, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 1, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJan 28, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJan 28, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 2, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 22, 2021 · Report/investigation · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety6
Health & medication5
Caregiver conduct4
Training & qualifications3
Other standards2
Records & paperwork2
Supervision2
Food & feeding1

Citations, newest first

MediumMar 12, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
There are 8 children's infant feeding instructions that have not been updated and signed by parents in the last thirty days.
Correction verified Mar 17, 2025
MediumMar 12, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Three children whose records were reviewed during the inspection were missing multiple immunizations.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2025
HighNov 19, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
There is sufficient evidence to determine that good judgment was not used by a caregiver when they used their foot to lift a cot that a child was sleeping on, causing the child to fall out onto the floor.
Correction verified Dec 13, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionOther standards
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly §746.5537(a)(2)
Director stated she does not check the carbon monoxide and there was no other documentation available that it has been checked monthly.
Correction verified May 22, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date §746.3805(b)(1)
One of the children's Epi-pen was not in the original container.
Correction verified Jun 28, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The metal gate is broken in the playground area between the toddler and the preschool area,
Correction verified May 22, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
One caregiver's pediatric CPR and pediatric first aid training expired on 4/13/2024
Correction verified Jun 4, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
There were multiple electrical outlets accessible to children in 3 of the classrooms. This was corrected at inspection when the director put safety outlet covers on the outlets that were exposed.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMay 2, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
2 out of 10 caregivers were not current in their annual required topic training.
Correction verified May 22, 2024
HighMay 2, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Smoke Detectors Testing §746.5319
Director stated she does not check the smoke detector and there was no other documentation available that it has been checked monthly.
Correction verified May 22, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
3 out of 10 children did not have current immunizations.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
The loose fill around the toddler outdoor play area was not at least 6 inches deep.
Correction verified Jun 28, 2024
Medium HighMay 2, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care §746.801(11)
The operation's fire inspection report was not available during the inspection.
Correction verified May 22, 2024
MediumMay 2, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
First Aid Kit Incomplete - Antiseptic solution or wipes §746.4003(a)(3)
The bus first aid kit was missing antiseptic solution.
Correction verified May 22, 2024
HighDec 4, 2023Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when the operation failed to report a parent complaint that possibly put a child at risk.
Correction verified Jan 8, 2024
HighOct 27, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment §746.2805(1)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver struck a child on the hand with her hand. This caregiver also forcefully pushed the child's chair up to the table while the child was seated in the chair.
Correction verified Dec 1, 2023
HighOct 2, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver used her foot to move a cot while a child was lying down. This caregiver also threw a blanket over the child's head.
Correction verified Nov 13, 2023
MediumJun 28, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Three children in care did not have health statements on file during the inspection.
Correction verified Jul 10, 2023
MediumJun 28, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Three children in care did not have immuniazation records on file for review during the inspection.
Correction verified Jul 10, 2023
HighApr 21, 2023Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver left the classroom unattended for an extended period of time.
Correction verified May 18, 2023
Medium HighApr 21, 2023Found during an investigationOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when the primary caregiver in the classroom was using her cell phone during work hours.
Correction verified May 18, 2023
HighApr 20, 2023Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when the operation failed to report an incident that placed a child at risk.
Correction verified May 18, 2023
HighApr 20, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Placing Child in Locked or Dark Room §746.2805(7)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver locked a child in a dark bathroom as a form of "isolation."
Correction verified May 18, 2023
HighApr 20, 2023Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a child was left inside of the operation during a transition.
Correction verified May 15, 2023
HighAug 8, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored §746.4601(5)
A play structure on the outdoor playground had screws that were not secure and loose boards that could collapse while in use.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity322 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJan 25, 2007
DirectorAnita Ruiz
Phone8173705544
State operation #860960- 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.

How much does Childrens Courtyard cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Childrens Courtyard for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Tarrant County area, which includes Fort Worth, is $45.60 a day for infants, $44.00 a day for toddlers and $42.60 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Childrens Courtyard had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 10 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Nov 19, 2024: “Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Childrens Courtyard compare with other daycares in Fort Worth?

It is tied for #162 of 216 centers in Fort Worth by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 26% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Childrens Courtyard last inspected?

Apr 14, 2026. No violations were found 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 860960- 810 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.