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Brown's Earlybird Academy 4

2499 S Collins St, Arlington, TX 76014 · Tarrant County
4 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Brown's Earlybird Academy 4 is a licensed child care center in Arlington, TX, licensed for up to 80 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2022. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 26 times and investigated 7 reports. Inspectors recorded 41 citations, 9 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (12 of 41). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 high-risk. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #88 of 108 centers in Arlington and better than 13% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 13%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #88 of 108 centers in Arlington
9High risk
21Medium High risk
9Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
1Low risk
41 citations from 26 inspections and 6 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 12 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 17, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 31, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 29, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJun 18, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 15, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 16, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJul 29, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 22, 2024 · Assessment · citation foundJul 11, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 25, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 6, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundSep 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationSep 20, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 10, 2023 · Inspection · no citationApr 25, 2023 · Inspection · no citationApr 21, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 18, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 25, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 24, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 14, 2022 · Inspection · no citationSep 26, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundSep 22, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 11, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 6, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMar 18, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMar 10, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 16, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 9, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications12
Building & playground safety10
Sleep safety4
Staff ratios4
Health & medication4
Records & paperwork3
Other standards2
Supervision2

Citations, newest first

HighJul 31, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible §746.2426(a)(2)
An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. The caregiver moved the chlid to their crib after being asked too.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
MediumJul 31, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children §746.1701
The nap room was observed to be over ratio by one child- there were three infants and five children ages 2 through 4 years old. The total number of children in care at the facility was twelve.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
MediumJul 31, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib, Cot, or Bed for Each Walking Infant §746.2405(3)
Two 12-month old infants were observed in a bouncer as a way to sleep during naptime. The caregiver moved them to mats and patted backs to sooth them to sleep.-
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
HighJul 29, 2026InspectionOther standards
Franchise Tax Delinquent §745.247
The operation's Secretary of State registration status is inactive.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2026
Medium HighMay 15, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The playground structure has chipping paint. There is a plastic mirror that was struck and has pieces of broken shards.
Correction verified Jun 18, 2026
Medium LowApr 16, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985) §746.901(4)
One of the five staff members does not have a notarized affidavit on file.
Correction verified May 15, 2026
HighApr 16, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation does not have a current fire inspection, the inspection was last completed on 09/19/2024.
Correction verified May 15, 2026
Medium HighApr 16, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training §746.1301(a)(5)(A)
Two of the six staff members do not have the required 24 hours of annual training in required topics.
Correction verified May 15, 2026
Medium HighApr 16, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The playground structure has chipped and chipping paint. One of the toilets in the girls restroom is not in working order.
Correction verified May 15, 2026
HighApr 16, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(11)
One of the six children's records reviewed does not have a completed emergency medical authorization on file.
Correction verified May 15, 2026
Medium HighApr 16, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training §746.1301(a)(6)(A)
The operation director does not have the required 30 hours of annual training in required topics.
Correction verified May 15, 2026
MediumApr 16, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Two of the six children's records reviewed do not have a preschool health statement on file.
Correction verified May 15, 2026
Medium HighMay 1, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
The playground structure's loose fill needs to be replenished.
Correction verified May 16, 2025
Medium HighMay 1, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
The playground grounds has exposed tarp that is a tripping hazard. The playground structure has chipped paint.
Correction verified May 16, 2025
MediumMay 1, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Two of the six staff members i missing annual training in preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction.
Correction verified May 13, 2025
Medium HighMay 1, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
The director and the van driver are missing current annual training in transportation.
Correction verified May 13, 2025
HighJul 22, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
The person left in charge during the 07/15/2024 Department of Family and Protective Services investigation inspection had provisional eligibility on their background check. A provision listed precludes the individual from being left in charge of the operation.
Correction verified Jul 29, 2024
MediumJun 6, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Five operation staff files do not have current preventing and responding to food allergies on available for review.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2024
Medium HighJun 6, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Three operation staff members do not have current pediatric or adult/infant/child CPR certification availalble for review.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2024
Medium HighJun 6, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
The playground structure has exposed black tarp coming up from underneath the wood chips, causing tripping hazards. The playground structure also has chipping green paint, this presents as a safety hazard to the children.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2024
Medium HighJun 6, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
Three operation staff members do not have current pediatric or adult/infant/child first aid certification available for review.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2024
Medium HighMay 17, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
The playground structure has exposed black tarp coming up from underneath the wood chips, causing tripping hazards.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2024
Medium HighMay 17, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Three operation staff members do not have current pediatric or adult/infant/child CPR certification.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2024
Medium HighMay 17, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
Three operation staff members do not have current pediatric or adult/infant/child first aid certification.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2024
MediumMay 17, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Five operation staff files were observed to not have current preventing and responding to food allergies on file.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2024
Medium HighJun 1, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
A health inspection was not available for review at the time of the inspection.
Correction verified Jun 2, 2023
MediumMay 18, 2023InspectionOther standards
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer §746.4501(b)
I observed 3 children, ages 16m, 19m, and 20m, in an activity table without the use of safety straps.
Correction verified Jun 1, 2023
HighMay 18, 2023InspectionSleep safety
No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File §746.2428
I observed a 7-week-old infant swaddled in a crib asleep during my walkthrough.
Correction verified Jun 1, 2023
HighApr 19, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
I observed 3 infants, ages 3mo, 9mo, and 15mo asleep in restrictive devices.
Correction verified Apr 25, 2023
Medium HighApr 18, 2023Found during an investigationSupervision
Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs §746.1203(4)
Caregivers did not supervise the playground properly, resulting in an injury that was not observed.
Correction verified May 10, 2023
Medium HighSep 26, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
It was observed that the black liner exposed on the the playground surface and may cause tripping hazard.
Correction verified Oct 14, 2022
Medium HighMar 18, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
Four of four children's records reviewed still did not have emergency contact address on file.
Correction verified Mar 21, 2022
Medium HighMar 10, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps §746.2407
A 5 month old child was observed in the bucket seat without a strap being used.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2022
Medium HighMar 10, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605
The infant room had children ages 2 months through 22 months in one room. This was a 20 month age gap.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2022
MediumMar 10, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Two of four children's records reviewed did not have a completed health statement on file for review.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2022
Medium HighMar 10, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
Four of four children's records reviewed did not have emergency contact address on file.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2022
LowMar 10, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - TB Exam §746.1105(2)
Four of files reviewed did not have current TB test on file.
Correction verified Mar 28, 2022
HighNov 9, 2021InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans §746.501(a)(24)
The written emergency preparedness plan did not include #4 and #5.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2021
MediumNov 9, 2021InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
The written operation policy did not include the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity requirements.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2021
HighNov 9, 2021InspectionSupervision
Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle §746.5625(a)
The vehicle that the operation is planning to use does not have a child safety alarm.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2021
Medium HighNov 9, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
The director/driver did not have current transportation training. The training expired in September 2021.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity80 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJun 14, 2022
DirectorNichole Brown
Phone8172741650
State operation #1729253

Common questions

Does Brown's Earlybird Academy 4 take infants?

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

What are Brown's Earlybird Academy 4’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 Brown's Earlybird Academy 4 accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

Has Brown's Earlybird Academy 4 had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 9 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jul 31, 2026: “Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Brown's Earlybird Academy 4 compare with other daycares in Arlington?

It is tied for #88 of 108 centers in Arlington by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 13% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Brown's Earlybird Academy 4 last inspected?

Aug 17, 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 1729253 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.