Kelley Simpson
Arlington, TX 76015 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Merryhill School
- licensed capacity
- 439
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
- year first permitted
- 2009
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About
About Merryhill School
Merryhill School is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 25, 2009, for up to 439 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 439 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks through 8th grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | Links to Learning |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Cognia (AdvancED) accredited, Other accreditation (2026 A+ School by Niche) |
| More | Founded 1988 |
| Licensed capacity | 439 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Merryhill School 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 Merryhill School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 439 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2009
- License number
- #977006
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 17, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 13 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Feb 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Seven of the ten staff records reviewed did not have the required twenty-four hours of annual training in the required training topics.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2803(3) - Discipline - Teaches Acceptable Behavior and Self-control
“Based on the investigation findings, this standard was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with The Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The caregiver did not teach the child acceptable behavior or self-control when they used a marker to make a mark on the child as a consequence of having marked with a marker on another child.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“Based on the investigation findings, this standard was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with The Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The caregiver did not treat the child with respect and patience when they called a child a crybaby.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
- Feb 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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Oct 16, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“Based on the investigation findings, this standard was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The caregiver yelled the children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Based on the investigation findings, this standard was was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The operation was aware of an incident that may have placed a child at risk and did not report the incident to Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based on the investigation findings, this standard was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with The Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The caregiver pulled on the child's arm.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“Based on the investigation findings, this standard was reviewed and found to be in non-compliance with The Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The parent was not notified of an incident that may have placed their child at risk.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
- Mar 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2417(1) - Activities for Infants - Outdoor Play Daily
“It was noticed during inspection that infants haven't have the opportunities for outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024
- Apr 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 19, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“There has been no fire inspection conducted within the last 12 months.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2023
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“There was no certification that the operation have reviewed each of the recall notices issued by the CPSC. The director certified that she receives the emails and notifies parents.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5535(a)(2) - Install CO Detector System- In Compliance with State or Local Fire Marshal's Instructions
“There was not a working carbon monoxide detector present during the operation. A staff member installed batteries in the carbon monoxide detector during my visit.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“I observed loose fill to be less than the required amount. Photos were taken.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“4 of 10 children's records need updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2023
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“2 children with allergies, does not have an emergency food allergy plan present.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2023
- Mar 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 25, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregiver did not use good judgment with putting her leg over a child to force him to lay down.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2022
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
“A caregiver at the operation tried to force a child to sleep during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2022
- Apr 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2022VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Merryhill School
Is Merryhill School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 25, 2009.
When was Merryhill School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 17, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Merryhill School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Merryhill School care for?
439, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Merryhill School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Merryhill School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Merryhill School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (817) 472-9494 to ask.
What is Merryhill School's phone number?
(817) 472-9494.
Where is Merryhill School?
711 W Arbrook Blvd, Arlington, TX 76015. The nearest other daycare we list is KidsPark, 0.5 miles away.