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Happy Life Child Development Center

3700 N Robison Rd, Texarkana, TX 75503 · Bowie County
3 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Happy Life Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Texarkana, TX, licensed for up to 88 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2022. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 30 times and investigated 10 reports. Inspectors recorded 45 citations, 21 of them high-risk, most often for health & medication (12 of 45). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 high-risk. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #23 of 23 centers in Texarkana and better than 12% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 12%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#23 of 23 centers in Texarkana
21High risk
12Medium High risk
10Medium risk
2Medium Low risk
0Low risk
45 citations from 30 inspections and 8 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 19, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 19, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 23, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 1, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundNov 24, 2025 · Inspection · no citationNov 21, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundOct 14, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 10, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 4, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 31, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 14, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 2, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 2, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 11, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 21, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 20, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundJun 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 10, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundJun 9, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 13, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 20, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundNov 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 9, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 2, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 28, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundApr 11, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 7, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 29, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 15, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundSep 13, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 11, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJun 20, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMay 25, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication12
Records & paperwork9
Other standards6
Building & playground safety4
Staff ratios4
Sleep safety3
Supervision3
Food & feeding2
Caregiver conduct1
Training & qualifications1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighAug 12, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
It was observed in the infant classroom there were two play yards that there were holes in the netting.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2026
Medium HighAug 12, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
It was observed that one classroom had seven children present with children under 18 months who were more than 18 months in age difference. This was corrected when the group of children were spilt into two groups.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2026
Medium HighAug 12, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
It was observed that there were eighteen children with one caregiver when arriving at the operation with a specific age group of two years old. This was corrected when another caregiver arrived to the classroom.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2026
MediumJul 2, 2026InspectionOther standards
Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age §746.4503(a)
It was observed that two children were resting or napping on non napping equipment in the classroom. This was corrected at inspection when each of the children were provided with a nap mat or cot.
Correction verified Jul 23, 2026
Medium HighJul 1, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior §746.2803(4)(C)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant based on information obtained. It was discovered that a caregiver was not using positive methods to redirect children due to their behaviors.
Correction verified Aug 12, 2026
MediumNov 13, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name §746.4503(b)
It was observed that three children were resting or napping on couch in the classroom. This was corrected at inspection when each of the children were provided with a nap mat.
Correction verified Nov 24, 2025
HighNov 13, 2025InspectionOther standards
Recommend or impose an enforcement action §745.8605
It was discovered that three of seven staff CPR/First Aid cards were falsified that were presented to licensing during inspection.
Correction verified Nov 17, 2025
Medium HighNov 13, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway §746.2909(4)
It was observed that the arrangement of children in the nap room did not allow for a walkway other than stepping over children and mats.
Correction verified Nov 24, 2025
HighOct 10, 2025Found 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 reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. A caregiver failed to supervise a group of children when the caregiver left 8 children, ages 19 months to 3 years old unsupervised in the classroom for approximately 2-3 minutes. In addition, during this time another caregiver was asked to supervise this class and instead remained in their own classroom which prevented this caregiver from having visual and auditory awareness of the ongoing activities in the classroom left unattended.
Correction verified Nov 13, 2025
HighOct 10, 2025Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered during the investigation that the operation was notified children were left unattended and failed to report to Child Care Regulations.
Correction verified Nov 13, 2025
MediumJun 20, 2024Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk §746.701(5)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. Incident reports were not available for the incident of six children ages 3-8 years old were left unattended and one child exiting the building to the parking lot.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
HighJun 20, 2024Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. The director failed to ensure that staff were following minimum standards in her absence from the center.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
HighJun 20, 2024Found during an investigationHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. As part of an investigation it was discovered that a caregiver whose presence at the operation is on a provisional basis and must never be left in charge of a group of children was working in a classroom alone with children and was in charge of a group of children. This was corrected as the staff is no longer employed at operation.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
HighJun 20, 2024Found 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 reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that a group of six children between the ages of 3-8 were left alone for about 1-2 minutes and were able to open a door leading to the parking lot. A three-year-old was able to exit and was stand a few feet from door in the parking lot while the others remained in the gym.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
HighJun 20, 2024Found during an investigationOther standards
Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk §746.307(b)(4)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. Parents were not notified that their children were left unattended in the gym by staff and that a three old had exited the building and was in the parking lot.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
HighJun 20, 2024Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. The operation failed to report to licensing that children were left unattended in the gym.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
Medium HighJun 12, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
It was observed during the walkthrough there were several plugs missing plug covers assessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when the director covered all the outlets missing plug covers.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2024
HighJun 12, 2024InspectionSupervision
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)
It was observed that two children had left a classroom without staff's knowledge and were discovered by a parent and licensing in the hallway.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2024
HighJun 10, 2024Found during an investigationStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered during the investigation that a staff/volunteer was present at the operation and interacting with children prior to a background check being ran.
Correction verified Aug 21, 2024
MediumJun 10, 2024Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Illness Preventing Care - Symptoms of Possible Severe Illness §746.3601(3)(E)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. During the investigation it was discovered that the staff were not following their operational procedures.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
HighJun 10, 2024Found during an investigationOther standards
No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers §746.3703(d)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered during the investigation that two staff were vaping on the premises of the operation.
Correction verified Jul 11, 2024
Medium HighFeb 22, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups §746.2419(6)
It was observed that there were three bottles in the refigerator that were not label with the child's name to whom they belonged to. This was corrected when the caregiver labeled the bottles.
Correction verified Mar 13, 2024
MediumFeb 20, 2024Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Medication Records - Kept for 3 Months §746.3805(d)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered during the investigation that operation did not have medication records available for a child that counter medication had been administered to.
Correction verified Mar 13, 2024
Medium HighFeb 20, 2024Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent §746.2431
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. During the investigation it was discovered that infant daily reports shared with the parents did not have all components that are required.
Correction verified Mar 13, 2024
HighFeb 20, 2024Found during an investigationSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered during the investigation that staff were using blankets in cribs for children under 12 months of age.
Correction verified Mar 13, 2024
Medium HighJun 14, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
During follow up inspection operation had not obtained lacking complete address for their emergency contact.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2023
HighJun 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(12)
During follow up inspection the operation had not obtained the lacking medical authorization for one of the children.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2023
Medium LowJun 14, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
During follow up inspection operatio had not otained lacking employement affidavit for the three staff.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
Medium HighJun 14, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
During inspection it was observed that there were six children with a specific age of 12 months old being cared for by one caregiver. This was corrected when another caregiver came into the classroom.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2023
MediumJun 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
During the follow up inspection the opertion had not obtained lacking health statement or parent statement their child had been seen in past 12 months by doctor.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2023
MediumJun 14, 2023InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
During follow up iinspection there was one child under two years old that was watching a video on the tv.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2023
MediumJun 5, 2023InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
It was observed that children under two years old were watching a tv in their classroom.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
MediumJun 5, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Three of five children's files reviewed were lacking a health statement or parent statement their child had been seen in past 12 months by doctor.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
Medium LowJun 5, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
Three of four staff files reviewed were lacking their affidavit.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
Medium HighJun 5, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
Three of five children's files reviewed were lacking complete address for their emergency contact.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
HighJun 5, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(12)
One of five children's files reviewed was lacking their medical authorization.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
HighMay 4, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
During follow up in two seperate classrooms there were staff with conditions that were left alone with a group of children. This was corrected when another staff without conditions came in the classroom.
Correction verified May 18, 2023
HighMay 2, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
During follow up inspection it was observed that a staff wiith background conditions was not following their conditions when I arrived at operation. This was corrected when another staff without conditions came in the classroom.
Correction verified May 4, 2023
HighApr 28, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
As part of an investigation it was discovered that a caregiver whose presence at the operation is on a provisional basis and must never be left in charge of a group of children was working in a classroom alone with children and was in charge of a group of children.
Correction verified May 2, 2023
HighNov 15, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
A caregiver whose presence at the operation is on a provisional basis and must never be left in charge of a group of children was observed working in a classroom alone with and in charge of a group of children. This was corrected at inspection as another staff member went into the classroom with the staff member.
Correction verified Nov 30, 2022
HighNov 15, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
It was observed that on a shelf under the changing table there were a multiple cleaning supplies and hand sanitizer accessible to children. (photos taken) This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed cleaning supplies and place out of reach of children.
Correction verified Nov 30, 2022
MediumNov 15, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Notification of Change in Space §746.301(2)
It was observed during the inspection that children were being cared for in non licensed room. It was also, observed that the operation had added space to their infant room without notifying licensing prior. This was corrected when the children were moved to a licesensed classroom.
Correction verified Nov 30, 2022
HighMay 25, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
An initial fire inspecton was not available at inspection.
Correction verified Jun 20, 2022
HighMay 25, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Policies Comply with Rules §746.201(1)
It was observed that the operational policies was lacking multiple required policies. A list was left with permit holder of missing policies.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2022
Medium HighMay 25, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
An initial sanitation inspection was not available at inspection.
Correction verified Jun 20, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity88 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceDec 19, 2022
DirectorChristine Boulton
Phone9032230403
State operation #1739881

Common questions

Does Happy Life Child Development Center take infants?

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

What are Happy Life Child Development Center’s hours?

7 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Happy Life Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Happy Life Child Development Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Happy Life Child Development Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Northeast Texas area, which includes Texarkana, is $28.00 a day for infants, $27.00 a day for toddlers and $26.20 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Happy Life Child Development Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 21 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Nov 13, 2025: “Recommend or impose an enforcement action.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Happy Life Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Texarkana?

It is #23 of 23 centers in Texarkana by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 12% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Happy Life Child Development Center last inspected?

Aug 19, 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 1739881 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.