Northstar Preschools at Sendera Ranch
14081 Willow Springs Rd, Haslet, TX
4.3· 70 reviews
AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $180
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest
AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest is a licensed child care center in Haslet, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 26, 2024, for up to 120 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Tarrant County has a median price of $180 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$199
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$185
Home daycare$168
Preschool
Center$180
Home daycare$166
School age
Center$169
Home daycare$157
State record
Inspection reports for AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1781797
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 20 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 22 visits
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 31, 2026Visit1 rule cited
744.1205(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
“A caregiver did not have visual awareness of a child's ongoing activity resulting in a child exposing their underwear.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2026
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Dec 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
744.1315(a) - Each caregiver, operation director, program director, and site director Training in Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing and Choking.
“One caregiver did not have proof of CPR/First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
Nov 25, 2025Visit1 rule cited
744.201(4) - Designating Director
“Operation does not have a designated site director.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 5, 2026
- Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
- Apr 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
744.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“This allegation is related to a DFPS allegation.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2025
744.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene when necessary
“This allegation is related to a DFPS investigation.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2025
Jan 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
744.909 - Access to Personnel Records
“3 of 4 staff files were not available for review at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2025
744.805(2) - Electronic Records- Accessible to Caregivers
“During the inspection, the site director was unable to access the children's records.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 9, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2023Visit1 rule cited
744.907(c) - Personnel Record Storage- Location
“I was unable to review records at a central administrative location in Haslet, TX during the hours of operation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 29, 2023
Nov 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
744.601(a) - Provide Access to Children's Records - During Hours of Operation
“The site director did not have access to the complete children's records during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
744.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees - Orientation
“1 of 2 caregiver files observed was missing 15 hours of required annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 29, 2023
Oct 17, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
744.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Food Allergy Emergency Plan
“3 children are enrolled with diagnosed food allergies without a food allergy emergency plan.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023
- Aug 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest
Is AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 26, 2024.
When was AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 7 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 10 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest's hours?
Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 571-1665 to ask.
What is AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest's phone number?
(979) 571-1665.
Where is AlphaBEST @ Carter - Northwest?
14117 Borealis Drive, Haslet, TX 76052. The nearest other daycare we list is Northstar Preschools at Sendera Ranch, 0.3 miles away.