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2601 Shadow Ridge Dr, Arlington, TX
Children's Lighthouse Viridian
- licensed capacity
- 255
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About Children's Lighthouse Viridian
Children's Lighthouse Viridian is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 24, 2020, for up to 255 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 255 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 Weeks to 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Safety | Secure Keypad Entry, Cameras / live video for parents, Outdoor playground |
| Accreditation | Cognia (AdvancED) accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 255 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Children's Lighthouse Viridian has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Tarrant County has a median price of $199 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 Children's Lighthouse Viridian
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 255 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1697475
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 12 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Aug 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“At the time of the inspection a caregiver was present with out an active background check. The background check was submitted and the caregiver sent home until the check is completed.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 8, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.505(2) - Notify Parents of Change in Operational Policy or Enrollment Agreement
“Through the course of the investigation it was found the operational policies were updated and notification had not been provided to parents.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2026
Jun 3, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“This was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and found deficient. It was found that a caregiver had grabbed and held a child as a response to the child's behavior in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“This was evaluated as part of a DFPS investigation and found deficient. It was found a caregiver did not have self control when continuing to hold a child as they resisted being held by the caregiver, causing bruising to the child's arm.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2026
- Aug 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2025Complaint investigation6 rules cited
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“Newly hired caregivers did not complete CPR training within 90 days of employment.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2025
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“A caregiver grabbed a child's arm aggressively.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A caregiver's personal belonging containing a harmful substance was kept within child's reach. The child was able to get the substance from the belongings two times.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
746.1205(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 child was able to get a harmful substance from a caregiver's purse twice without the caregiver's knowledge.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not report to CCR two instances where children were placed at risk.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
746.3503(c)(3) - Diaper Changing Equipment - If Above Floor Level Caregiver Must Face Child and Be Within Arm's Length of Child
“A caregiver walked away from a child, leaving the child on the diaper changing table.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
Show 6 earlier visits
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 21, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Ten children's records did not have updated immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2022
746.503 - Provide Parents With Copy of Policies
“Ten child's files were reviewed. One file was missing a signed operational polices.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2022
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Feeding instructions were observed during inspection, three were not current and up to date.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2022
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“Two drivers did not have the required two hours of transportation training. The training completed was for one hour instead of two hours.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2022
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“Two out of the ten classrooms were missing the emergency evacuation diagram posting in the classroom. This was corrected at inspection when director reposted diagrams on the wall.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Ten training records were reviewed. seven records did not have the complete 24 hours of training required.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2022
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
“The emergency preparedness plan in handbook did not contain all required information.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2022
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Floor cleaning solution attached to a mop stick was in the toddler bathroom in the reach of children. This was removed and corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.501(a)(18)(B) - Written Operational Policies - Duration
“The operational policy addresses physical activity but does not include the duration required.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Ten of the staff records reviewed did not have the six required training topics completed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2022
- Mar 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 6, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Children's Lighthouse Viridian
Is Children's Lighthouse Viridian licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 24, 2020.
When was Children's Lighthouse Viridian last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children's Lighthouse Viridian had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 12 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 Children's Lighthouse Viridian care for?
255, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Children's Lighthouse Viridian accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Children's Lighthouse Viridian's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Children's Lighthouse Viridian cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (817) 508-8333 to ask.
What is Children's Lighthouse Viridian's phone number?
(817) 508-8333.
Where is Children's Lighthouse Viridian?
4000 Cascade Sky Dr, Arlington, TX 76005. The nearest other daycare we list is NJ Lama, 1 miles away.