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Tender Love Childcare LLC

6516 New York Ave Ste 120, Arlington, TX 76002 · Tarrant County
16 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Tender Love Childcare LLC is a licensed child care center in Arlington, TX, licensed for up to 85 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2022. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 21 times and investigated 7 reports. Inspectors recorded 75 citations, 20 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (15 of 75). 49 citations came in the last 12 months, including 16 high-risk. 9% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #108 of 108 centers in Arlington and better than 1% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 1%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#108 of 108 centers in Arlington
20High risk
22Medium High risk
28Medium risk
5Medium Low risk
0Low risk
75 citations from 21 inspections and 7 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 49 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 17, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 6, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundJul 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 13, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundMar 25, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundMar 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 11, 2026 · Inspection · no citationFeb 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 22, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 20, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 4, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundOct 5, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 23, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJun 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 17, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 16, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 21, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 12, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJun 6, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 13, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMar 7, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications15
Records & paperwork10
Staff ratios9
Supervision8
Health & medication8
Other standards7
Building & playground safety5
Sleep safety4
Caregiver conduct4
Child protection3
Food & feeding2

Citations, newest first

Medium HighAug 7, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
3's and 4's classroom lighting was too dark at the time of inspection. Inspector could not see caregiver's face when in the classroom. This was corrected at inspection by having her turn on the bathroom light for adequate lighting.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 7, 2026InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
At the time of inspection there was a caregiver on social media on her phone in a classroom with 10 children during naptime. This was corrected at inspection by having the caregiver turn off her phone.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 7, 2026InspectionSupervision
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)
At the time of inspection during the inspectors walk through there were no caregivers in the school age room. The children were left unsupervised. This was corrected at inspection by having a caregiver go into the room.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
HighAug 7, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
At the time of inspection, there was a person in a empty classroom with 3 unenrolled children with no background check blow drying 1 of the child's hair.This was corrected at inspection by having the person leave the operation.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 7, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
Caregiver did not know how many children were in her classroom at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
MediumAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent §746.707
The operation failed to provide an incident report to the parent within 48 hours of the incident.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
MediumAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption Attends High School - Not in Charge of Group §746.1109(b)(1)
Operation left the underage caregiver alone with sole responsibility for a group of children in care.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
HighAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety §746.1205(a)(5)
Caregiver failed to intervene to ensure child's safety during a physical altercation with another child.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
HighAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
Caregiver admitted to restraining a child in care.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
HighAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Caregiver failed to demonstrate good judgment by telling and allowing school age kids to engage in a physical fight.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
HighAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language §746.2805(6)
Caregiver was heard cursing at a child in care.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
HighAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
The operation failed to notify licensing that a non-routine situation (physical altercation between 2 children) took place at the operation that placed children at risk.
Correction verified Aug 17, 2026
Medium HighJul 29, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training §746.1301(a)(6)(A)
Director had a total of 13 hours for training year 3/2025-3/2026.
Correction verified Aug 13, 2026
Medium HighJul 29, 2026InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
Caregiver was seen watching a social media video on her phone during naptime. This was corrected at inspection by having her close the app and lock her phone.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJul 29, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant §746.2409(a)(10)
At the time of inspection, the cribs were not labeled. This was corrected at inspection by having a caregiver label the cribs.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 13, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months §746.1311(d)
Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.
Correction verified Apr 20, 2026
MediumApr 13, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.
Correction verified Apr 20, 2026
MediumApr 13, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policies §746.901(7)(A)
Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Operational policies;
Correction verified Apr 20, 2026
Medium LowApr 13, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received personnel policies §746.901(7)(B)
Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Personnel policies;
Correction verified Apr 20, 2026
MediumApr 13, 2026InspectionChild protection
Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training §746.901(11)
Operations 2 employee files still lacked statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation that includes an overview of your policy on the prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment outlined in ?746.1303 of this chapter.
Correction verified Apr 20, 2026
Medium HighMar 25, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months §746.1311(d)
Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2026
Medium LowMar 25, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received personnel policies §746.901(7)(B)
Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Personnel policies;
Correction verified Apr 13, 2026
MediumMar 25, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policies §746.901(7)(A)
Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Operational policies;
Correction verified Apr 13, 2026
MediumMar 25, 2026InspectionChild protection
Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training §746.901(11)
Operations 2 employee files still lacked statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation that includes an overview of your policy on the prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment outlined in ?746.1303 of this chapter.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2026
MediumMar 25, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2026
MediumMar 25, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Operations 4 children's files still did not have health statements at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Apr 10, 2026
Medium LowMar 6, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985) §746.901(4)
2 caregivers files did not have completed affidavit at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Mar 23, 2026
MediumMar 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
At the time of inspection, director lacked annual required training topics.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2026
MediumMar 6, 2026InspectionChild protection
Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training §746.901(11)
At the time of inspection, 2 employee files lacked statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation that includes an overview of your policy on the prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment outlined in ?746.1303 of this chapter.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2026
Medium HighMar 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months §746.1311(d)
At the time of inspection, director lacked annual required training topics.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2026
MediumMar 6, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policies §746.901(7)(A)
At the time of inspection, 2 employee files lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Operational policies;
Correction verified Mar 25, 2026
Medium HighMar 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
3 caregivers did not have current CPR First Aid at the time of inpspection.
Correction verified Mar 14, 2026
Medium LowMar 6, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912) §746.901(5)
2 caregivers files did not have completed affidavit at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Mar 23, 2026
MediumMar 6, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
4 childrens files did not have health statements at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2026
Medium LowMar 6, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received personnel policies §746.901(7)(B)
At the time of inspection, 2 employee files lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Personnel policies;
Correction verified Mar 25, 2026
Medium HighMar 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training §746.1301(a)(2)(A)
2 caregivers did not have any annual trainings at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Mar 23, 2026
HighFeb 4, 2026InspectionSleep safety
No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File §746.2428
At the time of inspection, an infant was observed to be sleeping swaddled in thick blankets. This was corrected at inspection by having the caregiver remove the wrappings.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
HighFeb 4, 2026InspectionSupervision
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)
A follow up inspection was conducted. The 3 year old classroom was left unattended with the lights off with one child awake roamiing the classroom and one child alseep on a nap mat.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
MediumFeb 4, 2026InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
Classroom with 4 children under 2 years old was observed using screen time. The children were watching nursey rhymes on a tablet.
Corrected during the visit
HighJan 22, 2026InspectionSupervision
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)
3 year old classroom was left unattended by caregiver left in charge of the operation during naptime. 1 child was in a classroom alone playing until thier service provider arrived.While present another child from the Pre K room left the room and walked down to the kitchen by herself unattended. Inspector followed her and took her back to her classroom where the owner was watching the class.
Correction verified Feb 4, 2026
HighJan 22, 2026InspectionHealth & 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 with restrictions was observed to be left alone with the Pre K class.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
HighJan 22, 2026InspectionSupervision
Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised §746.2401(7)
Infant room teacher was observed leaving the classroom and entering another classroom searching for something and then returning to the infant room. This was corrected at inspection as the caregiver was addressed by the director and went back to her classroom.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
HighJan 22, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver who's background check is still pending was at the operation with the 2yr old class alone for the duration of the inspectors time at the operation.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
Medium HighJan 20, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children §746.1203(5)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation was non-compliant with this standard because a caregiver left in charge engaged in inappropriate "play" fighting with a child by slapping the child's face several times.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
MediumJan 20, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED- Not in Charge of Group §746.1109(a)(1)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation was non-compliant with this standard by leaving a 16-year-old in charge of a group of school age children 2-3x a week.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
MediumJan 20, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
At the time of inspection, the operation did not have the caregiver's file avaliable for review.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
HighJan 20, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation was non-compliant with this standard by leaving a 16-year-old caregiver in charge of a group of school age children which resulted in the caregiver rough housing with a child for over 15 minutes.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
MediumJan 20, 2026Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records §746.801(1)
At the time of inspection, the operation did not have the child's file avaliable for review.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
HighOct 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
Operation had an expired fire inspection report.
Correction verified Oct 24, 2025
HighJul 9, 2025InspectionSupervision
Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised §746.2401(7)
During the inspector's walkthrough, the infant room was left unattended with 3 infants in the classroom.
Correction verified Jul 23, 2025
HighJul 9, 2025InspectionSupervision
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)
3 year old caregiver was seen napping during naptime.
Correction verified Jul 23, 2025
MediumJun 18, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times §746.2207(c)(4)
Screen time was being utilized in the 3 year old room during naptime. This was corrected at inspection by having the operation cover the screen.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJun 18, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities §746.2206(1)
Operations activity schedule did not have a minimum of two daily opportunities for outdoor play, weather permitting, in which a child makes use of both small and large muscles, at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Jul 9, 2025
HighJun 18, 2025InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
Caregiver in charge did not know how many children were in the 3's class at the time of inspection. Caregiver had to count the children with inspector present.
Correction verified Jul 9, 2025
Medium HighJun 18, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
Lighting in the classrooms during naptime was too dark, inspectors eyes had to adjust.
Correction verified Jul 9, 2025
Medium HighJun 18, 2025InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
2 caregivers were seen on their phones in the classroom during naptime at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Jul 9, 2025
Medium HighJun 18, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present §746.1613(a)(6)
Staff were seen leaving their classrooms unattended during naptime to use the bathroom, or take phone calls
Correction verified Jul 9, 2025
MediumJun 18, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
1 child's file did not have a shot record at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2025
MediumJun 18, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights §746.501(a)(20)
Parents rights were not in operational policies or any other form at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Jul 9, 2025
MediumJul 17, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission §746.611(b)
1 child in care did not have health statements on file.
Correction verified Jul 30, 2024
MediumJul 17, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
1 child in care did not have a shot record.
Correction verified Jul 18, 2024
HighJun 24, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation did not have a current fire inspection.
Correction verified Jul 17, 2024
MediumAug 30, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
2 infants had expired infant feeding instructions.
Correction verified Aug 31, 2023
Medium HighAug 30, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
2 childrens files did not have the address to the emergency contact.
Correction verified Aug 31, 2023
Medium HighAug 30, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
1 child did not have immunization record on file.
Correction verified Sep 1, 2023
Medium HighFeb 9, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional §746.3819
3 children's files did not have physicians signature on allergy emergency action plan.
Correction verified Feb 22, 2023
Medium HighJun 6, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
The operation has mutliple children's records that do not provide an emergency contact address.
Correction verified Jun 20, 2022
Medium HighMar 7, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(4)(A)
The director did not have proof of current cpr/first aid training available for review at the time of the inspection.
Correction verified Mar 15, 2022
Medium HighMar 7, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures §746.5202(1)
The emergency preparedness plan did not include procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency.
Correction verified Mar 15, 2022
MediumMar 7, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Vaccine Preventable Diseases §746.501(a)(28)
The operational policies did not include information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees.
Correction verified Mar 15, 2022
MediumMar 7, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
The director's personnel file was incomplete. It did not include all the required information.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2022
Medium HighMar 7, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training §746.1301(7)(A)
The director did not have current transportation safety training.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2022
Medium HighMar 7, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair §746.2405(1)
The infant classroom did not have an adult sized rocker or chair.
Correction verified Mar 9, 2022
Medium HighMar 7, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Orientation-Minimum Standards §746.1303(1)
The employee orientation curriculum wasn't available for review at the time of the inspection.
Correction verified Mar 17, 2022
MediumMar 7, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
The operational policies did not include information regarding the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.
Correction verified Mar 15, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity85 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-07:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceSep 23, 2022
DirectorOctavia Ward
Phone6823217080
State operation #1732362

Common questions

Does Tender Love Childcare LLC take infants?

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

What are Tender Love Childcare LLC’s hours?

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

Does Tender Love Childcare LLC accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

Has Tender Love Childcare LLC had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 20 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Aug 7, 2026: “Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Tender Love Childcare LLC compare with other daycares in Arlington?

It is #108 of 108 centers in Arlington by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 1% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Tender Love Childcare LLC 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 1732362 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.