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Madinah Academy

1600 S Center St, Arlington, TX 76010 · Tarrant County

Madinah Academy is a licensed child care center in Arlington, TX, licensed for up to 68 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2007. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 11 times. Inspectors recorded 30 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for health & medication (9 of 30). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #107 of 108 centers in Arlington and better than 2% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 2%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#107 of 108 centers in Arlington
6High risk
14Medium High risk
10Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
30 citations from 11 inspections and 0 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 5, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Mar 5, 2026 · Inspection · no citationFeb 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 11, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 27, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJul 23, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundAug 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundAug 25, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundOct 12, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 5, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication9
Food & feeding5
Staff ratios4
Training & qualifications3
Building & playground safety2
Other standards2
Records & paperwork2
Supervision2
Child protection1

Citations, newest first

MediumFeb 5, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Five out of six children did not have up-to-date shot records available for review.
Correction verified Feb 17, 2026
Medium HighFeb 5, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over §746.3701(10)
During the monitoring visit, one of the classrooms had a television sitting on a shelf.
Correction verified Mar 5, 2026
Medium HighFeb 5, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During the monitoring visit, it was determined the playground fence needs to be repaired and the trees have excess limbs sticking out at a child's level of height. Exposed water hose were on the playground and the exit area for fire drills.
Correction verified Mar 5, 2026
Medium HighFeb 5, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
During the monitoring visit, it was determined the caregiver CPR class was completed online.
Correction verified Mar 16, 2026
MediumMar 27, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Three out of six children did not have up-to-date shot records.
Correction verified Apr 11, 2025
Medium HighMar 27, 2025InspectionOther standards
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets §746.2411(2)(B)
The infant classroom had four playpens with no sheets and one playpen with sheets that were not fitted to the playpen mattress.
Correction verified Apr 11, 2025
MediumMar 27, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services §746.501(a)(30)
The operation policy did not have a copy of the support for inclusive services in the parent handbook available for review during the monitoring visit.
Correction verified Apr 9, 2025
MediumMar 27, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Four out of six children did not have the health statement signed by the parent or the physician.
Correction verified Apr 18, 2025
Medium HighMar 27, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date §746.3805(b)(1)
During the monitoring visit, there was medication in the office that was used for an emergency that was not provided by the parent. The consent form was signed to administer medication. There were four children on the list who received medication on more than one occasion that was not provided by the parent or labeled with the child's name.
Correction verified Apr 11, 2025
MediumMar 27, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
The operation policy did not have a copy of the promotional play in the parent handbook available for review during the monitoring visit.
Correction verified Apr 10, 2025
Medium HighMay 21, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional §746.3819
Two children did not have the food allergy plans signed by a parent and physician.
Correction verified Jul 10, 2024
MediumMay 21, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Two infants did not have the monthly feeding instructions signed by the parent.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighMay 21, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The grass on the playground was extremely high during the monitoring visit.
Correction verified May 30, 2024
HighMay 21, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
There was a volunteer present at the operation who did not have a background check.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2024
HighMay 21, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
The operation did not have the bleach bottles labeled in any of the classrooms at the operation.
Correction verified May 30, 2024
MediumAug 4, 2023InspectionChild protection
Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training §746.901(10)
Four of six personnel files reviewed did not have A statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation present in employee file.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
Medium HighAug 4, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
Two of six children files reviewed did not have emergency contact address present on form. One of six children files reviewed did not have emergency contact name, number, and address present on form.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
HighAug 4, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Release Information §746.605(7)
Two of six children's files reviewed did not have name or number of persons other than a parent to whom the child may be released to on form.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
MediumAug 4, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policies §746.901(6)(A)
Three of six personnel files reviewed did not have a signed statement showing that they received a copy of operational policies and personnel policies for childcare operation present in employee file.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
Medium HighAug 25, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(4)(A)
One caregiver did not obtain Pediatric CPR. The CPR training completed was Adult CPR.
Correction verified Sep 8, 2022
MediumAug 25, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Two 9 month old's did not have updated feeding instructions on file. The feeding instructions were last updated 7/2022.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2022
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
A child did not have their hands washed after having their diaper changed.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control §746.1203(5)
Children were found to be out of control. The caregiver was not able to keep children engaged.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
HighOct 5, 2021InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
During the inspection three children from one class went into another classroom through an adjacent closet where handwashing gets done. The caregiver was not aware of her children leaving the classroom.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
MediumOct 5, 2021InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver §746.2203(b)
The caregiver was not following the scheduled time for children to be outside.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child §746.3415(4)
Caregiver did not wash her hands after diapering a child.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
HighOct 5, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments §746.1003(3)
Caregivers are being kept in classrooms that do not match their skill sets.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
HighOct 5, 2021InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
A caregiver used a permanent marker to draw on the children's hands.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area §746.3505(e)
The diaper changing surface was not sanitized following a diaper change.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing Before Eating §746.3417(1)
Children did not physically wash their hands before eating a meal.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity68 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceSep 5, 2007
DirectorNafysa Eltayeb
Phone6822383140
State operation #867881

Common questions

Does Madinah Academy take infants?

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

What are Madinah Academy’s hours?

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

Does Madinah Academy accept child care subsidies?

Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.

How much does Madinah Academy cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Madinah Academy for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Tarrant County area, which includes Arlington, 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 Madinah Academy had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on May 21, 2024: “AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Madinah Academy compare with other daycares in Arlington?

It is #107 of 108 centers in Arlington by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 2% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Madinah Academy last inspected?

Mar 5, 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 867881 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.