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Arlington, TX 76013 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bowen Road Day School
- licensed capacity
- 165
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2004
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About
About Bowen Road Day School
Bowen Road Day School is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 27, 2004, for up to 165 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, pre-k and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 165 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 18 months to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, pre-k, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | Whole Language/Thematic method |
| Staff | Professionally trained early childhood educators |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Transportation | Transportation (Drop off & pick up to Duff & Hill) |
| Licensed capacity | 165 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bowen Road Day School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Tarrant County has a median price of $185 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 Bowen Road Day School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 165 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2004
- License number
- #838531
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 20, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
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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Jan 20, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“Two hours of transportation safety training needed for all three drivers.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“CPR and First Aid for three drivers expired on 12/5/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
- Feb 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A tcaregiver was observed taking on the phone, taking a personal phone call. The caregiver did not hear me entering the room.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2024
Mar 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“A swing observed on the playground had a dent in the middle from a tree falling on it. Paint was flaking and causing debris. The rubber coating around the chain was harden and falling off.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
May 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“The outside of the facility was not in good repair and had walling outside by the playground that had cracks and holes in it.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2023
746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“The television in a toddler room was on a bookshelf and not anchored or mounted.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2023
- Aug 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Bowen Road Day School
Is Bowen Road Day School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 27, 2004.
When was Bowen Road Day School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 20, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bowen Road Day School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Bowen Road Day School care for?
165, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Bowen Road Day School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Bowen Road Day School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bowen Road Day School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (817) 275-1291 to ask.
What is Bowen Road Day School's phone number?
(817) 275-1291.
Where is Bowen Road Day School?
517 S Bowen Rd, Arlington, TX 76013. The nearest other daycare we list is AMA YMCA @ Duff Elementary, 0.7 miles away.