Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Tarrant
Capacity:
187
License effective:
June 2, 1989
Hours:
06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
8178618288
Email:
3003@childrenscourtyard.com
Website:
Not listed
Inspection snapshot
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Summary
This summary covers 70 available inspections for Childrens Courtyard from August 26, 2021 through August 20, 2026.
32 inspections recorded violations, with 75 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 3, 2026 and involved child guidance.
That higher-concern topic showed up in eight inspections.
Three later inspections, from April 7, 2026 through August 20, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
70
8 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
75
2 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
56
2 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
7
Last 36 months
Local comparison
70 total inspections vs 10 local median in 76012
Compared to 11 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.07
Local median
0.88
1.07This provider
0.88Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
40%
Local median
24%
40%This provider
24%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
46%
Local median
33%
46%This provider
33%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
7
Local average
0.82
7This provider
0.82Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
Supervision was not adequate in the classroom as no one was aware how a child receives scratchmarks.
Correction deadline
September 9, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 18, 2025
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Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
The list of current employees was missing from the parent board.
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
Official code
746.401(9)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Three children's files were missing the emergency contact addresses.
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Two diaper changes were observed in two different classrooms. In both instances, the children did not have their hands washed following a diaper change.
Correction deadline
August 20, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Official code
746.3417(3)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
Children were not kept engaged by the caregiver during diaper changes.
Correction deadline
August 20, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation. This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation. The medication that was listed on a child's food allergy plan was not kept at the operation, and the caregivers were not aware that the medication needed to be administered in case of emergency.
Correction deadline
August 5, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 15, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A caregiver at the operation grabbed a child forcefully by the arm during nap time.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Official code
746.2805(3)
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
An incident that occurred on 1//12/2024 was not reported until 2/29/2024. Report was sent by fax.
Correction deadline
March 14, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 28, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Official code
746.305(a)(6)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Caregiver at the operation did not display self-control when they forcefully grabbed a child.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
The operation failed to report a situation that a caregiver forcefully grabbed a child which placed the child at risk.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Official code
746.305(a)(6)
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
The incident report was not signed by the parent or shared with the parent.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Official code
746.707
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The designee did not operate the operation in compliance with the minimum standards when they failed to report a situation at the operation that placed a child at risk.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Official code
746.201(9)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The director did not operate the operation in compliance with the minimum standards when they failed to report a situation at the operation that placed a child at risk.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Caregiver supervising a nap group was observed on her cell phone. Picture was taken
Correction deadline
February 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 11, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Official code
746.1203(3)(D)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
I observed several children laying on mats worn out with exposed foam. Pictures taken Table leg was bent in a classroom. This was corrected when the table was removed.
Correction deadline
February 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 4, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Transportation driver did not use good judgement when she did not follow the required protocol to in picking up children. Driver left a child at school.
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 7, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Caregiver assisting with supervising a group of children, did not have an active background check. This standard was corrected during the inspection, caregiver was asked to leave the building. Background check was submitted during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
Official code
745.621(a)(2)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A fire drill was conducted during the inspection. The children and staff were exited from the building in 5 min. From 12:07p to 12:12p
Correction deadline
January 11, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 25, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the director is raising her voice and using profanity in front of children. The director's tone and words toward staff is belittling, demeaning, and yelling.
Correction deadline
December 18, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 28, 2023
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Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This standard was part of an investigation. It was determined that the written operational policies do not include a reasonable means to record the identity of the person picking the child up and retaining it in the child's file for three months.
Correction deadline
August 14, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 23, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4103(b) - Policies for Release of Children - Record Identity of Person
Official code
746.4103(b)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
This standard was part of the investigation. It was determined that all staff have not been instructed on the policy for releasing children, including the verification plan.
Correction deadline
August 14, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 23, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4103(c) - Policies for Release of Children Instruct Employees of Verification Plan
Official code
746.4103(c)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was part of an investigation. It was determined a staff member released a child in care without properly verifying or documenting the pick-up person?s name correctly. The name documented by the staff member was incorrect and did not match the names on the admission form designated by the parent.
Correction deadline
August 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 23, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This standard was a result of a DFPS investigation. It was determined by DFPS that the caregiver was repeatedly on the phone with her boyfriend.
Correction deadline
September 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 15, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Official code
746.1203(3)(D)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
This standard was a result of a DFPS investigation. It was determined by DFPS that two school age children were not being supervised while in which led to inappropriate play.
Correction deadline
September 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 15, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Official code
746.1205(a)(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was a result of a DFPS investigation. It was determined by DFPS that a caregiver was arguing with the children, yelling at children, and using a harsh tone with children.
Correction deadline
September 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 15, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
3/31/2023 - Compliance on standards cited on 3/31/23. The infant had two areas of the floor that was was broken still need to be fix. Materials ordered. From previous inspection: The playground has several areas that pose tripping hazards. These areas include tree roots, a large hole next side walk and a wooden strip on the ground between the buildings. The infant room had two areas of the floor that was broken. Photos taken.
3/31/2023 - It was noticed the fence that run from the pre school playground the school age playground has a gap that a child may slip throuhg. It was also noticed that the gate in the back of the school age playground had a big gap from the ground up that a child my slip through also. The a nail protruding from the step outside the two year old class. From previous inspection: The playground has several areas that pose tripping hazards. These areas include tree roots, a large hole next side walk and a wooden strip on the ground between the buildings. The infant room had two areas of the floor that was broken. Photos taken.
The gap between the fence and the gate where the victim got out did not fix prior to incident. Caregiver stated that he noticed the gap and notified management two to three months prior to the incident date.
Correction deadline
April 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 14, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
The playground has several areas that pose tripping hazards. These areas include tree roots, a large hole next side walk and a wooden strip on the ground between the buildings. The infant room had two areas of the floor that was broken. Photos taken.
The playground has several areas that pose tripping hazards. These areas include tree roots, a large hole next side walk and a wooden strip on the ground between the buildings.
Correction deadline
February 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 3, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The wooden firetruck on the playgound has broken areas on both sides of the structure that could cause injuries to the children.
Correction deadline
February 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 3, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
Official code
746.4601(7)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The surfacing underneath a play structure on the north side of the school age building does not have the required amount of surfacing.
Correction deadline
February 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 3, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Official code
746.4907(a)(1)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The director failed to ensure that work orders were submitted timely for the previous inspection citations. The work orders were not submitted until 1/24/2023 when the compliance date to have the corrections completed had been 1/23/2023.
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 25, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The playground has several areas that pose tripping hazards. These areas include tree roots, a large hole next side walk and a wooden strip on the ground between the buildings.
Correction deadline
January 23, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The wooden firetruck on the playgound has broken areas on both sides of the structure that could cause injuries to the children.
Correction deadline
January 23, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
Official code
746.4601(7)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The surfacing underneath a play structure on the north side of the school age building does not have the required amount of surfacing.
Correction deadline
January 23, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The walls have dried food and marks on the wall. In one room a window sill had chipped paint that is in the reach of children. The playground had broken equipment and tripping hazards. Through communication with the director, CCR was informed that corrections have not been made at this time.
Correction deadline
August 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 31, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The permit holder is not ensuring that the physical facilities are being maintained and citations corrected. Permit holder was notified more then 30 days ago of the citation. Through communication with the director, CCR was informed that corrections have not been made at this time.
Correction deadline
August 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 31, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.113(a) - Operating in compliance with MS Rules Licensed
The walls have dried food and marks on the wall. In one room a window sill had cipped paint that is in the reach of children. The playground had broken equipment and tripping hazards.
Correction deadline
August 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The permit holder is not ensuring that the physical facilites are being maintained and citations corrected.
Correction deadline
August 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 11, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.113(a) - Operating in compliance with MS Rules Licensed
Official code
746.113(a)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The permit holder did not notify CCR that there was a change in controlling person at the facility. The change took play 3 weeks prior to the inspection.
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 29, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.305(a)(7) - Report Change in Controlling Person