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2001 Van Buren Dr, Arlington, TX
Little Shepherd Childrens Center
- licensed capacity
- 63
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
- year first permitted
- 2002
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About
About Little Shepherd Childrens Center
Little Shepherd Childrens Center is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 1, 2002, for up to 63 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedSecure entry
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 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 63 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six-weeks to five years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based, Play-based |
| Enrichment | Music classes, library time, STEAM lab, PE classes, chapel gatherings |
| Staff-to-child ratio | 1:4 for infants up to 1:7 for oldest children |
| Safety | State-of-the-art door entry system with personalized access code |
| More | Founded 2002 |
| Licensed capacity | 63 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Shepherd Childrens Center 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 Little Shepherd Childrens Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 63 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2002
- License number
- #812783
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“An infant was left in a restrictive device for more then 15 minutes. During my walk through an infant was in a swing at 1:26pm. I completed another walk through and the same infant was in the same swing at 1:46pm. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the infant from the swing.”
Corrected during the visit
Jul 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
“One child's file lacked documentation of the required vision & hearing screening results.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2025
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“Six staff files lacked documentation of the Pre-Employment Affidavit (Form 2912). Note: (This was corrected during the inspection)”
Corrected during the visit
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
“There was no allergy plan documentation available for one child who has an allergy requiring an Epi-pen.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2025
- Feb 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.5405 - Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection
“Current gas pipe test documentation was not available at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“At the time of inspection, the diagnosis and emergency plan documentation were not available for one child who has a known food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
Sep 6, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two of six children's records reviewed did not have a name, address, and number of an emergency contact filled out on their admissions form.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2023
746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information
“Three of six children's records reviewed did not have an authorized person listed on their admission's form.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2023
- Oct 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
Sep 29, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“The caregiver allowed the infants to watch television.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(1) - Toys and Equipment to be Sanitized Set Aside
“Two chairs in the toddler room were soiled with stains. The outdoor play equipment was covered with dirt.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Ant baits were in window sill next to high chairs accessible to children. Sunscreens were in cubby holds accessible to children. The ant baits and sunscreen were removed and corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“The vents and the floors in the toddler room had visible dirt on them.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022
Aug 22, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“It was determined during a DFPS investigation that a caregiver is allowing children under two years of age to watch television.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“During DFPS investigation, the caregiver stated she was unaware of how the child was injured after finding the child on the ground crying by the swing.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022
Oct 14, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Six child enrollment files were evaluated and three children are in need of health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2021
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation do not have an updated fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted on 3-26-20.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
“The operation do not have a complete emergency preparedness plan on file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2021
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Six child enrollment files were evaluated and four children are in need of updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Little Shepherd Childrens Center
Is Little Shepherd Childrens Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 1, 2002.
When was Little Shepherd Childrens Center 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 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Shepherd Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Little Shepherd Childrens Center care for?
63, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Shepherd Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Shepherd Childrens Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Shepherd Childrens Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (817) 460-6130 to ask.
What is Little Shepherd Childrens Center's phone number?
(817) 460-6130.
Where is Little Shepherd Childrens Center?
715 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011. The nearest other daycare we list is Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County-Jones, 0.5 miles away.