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Arlington, TX 76002 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Tender Love Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Tender Love Childcare
Tender Love Childcare is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 23, 2022, for up to 85 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 24 visits in the last 3 years and cited 62 rules across 14 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM
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
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Tender Love Childcare 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 Tender Love Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1732362
Summary
24 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 14 of 24 visits · 62 rules in all · 62 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 15
- Supervision and ratios 13
- Records and paperwork 11
- Discipline and child guidance 7
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Background checks 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
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 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 7, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“3's and 4's classroom lighting was too dark at the time of inspection. Inspector could not see caregiver's face when in the classroom. This was corrected at inspection by having her turn on the bathroom light for adequate lighting.”
Corrected during the visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“At the time of inspection, there was a person in a empty classroom with 3 unenrolled children with no background check blow drying 1 of the child's hair.This was corrected at inspection by having the person leave the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
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
“At the time of inspection during the inspectors walk through there were no caregivers in the school age room. The children were left unsupervised. This was corrected at inspection by having a caregiver go into the room.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“Caregiver did not know how many children were in her classroom at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“At the time of inspection there was a caregiver on social media on her phone in a classroom with 10 children during naptime. This was corrected at inspection by having the caregiver turn off her phone.”
Corrected during the visit
Aug 6, 2026Complaint investigation7 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“Caregiver was heard cursing at a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.1109(b)(1) - Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption Attends High School - Not in Charge of Group
“Operation left the underage caregiver alone with sole responsibility for a group of children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
“Caregiver failed to intervene to ensure child's safety during a physical altercation with another child.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation failed to notify licensing that a non-routine situation (physical altercation between 2 children) took place at the operation that placed children at risk.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Caregiver admitted to restraining a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregiver failed to demonstrate good judgment by telling and allowing school age kids to engage in a physical fight.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“The operation failed to provide an incident report to the parent within 48 hours of the incident.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
Jul 29, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
“Director had a total of 13 hours for training year 3/2025-3/2026.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2026
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“At the time of inspection, the cribs were not labeled. This was corrected at inspection by having a caregiver label the cribs.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“Caregiver was seen watching a social media video on her phone during naptime. This was corrected at inspection by having her close the app and lock her phone.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 13, 2026Visit5 rules cited
746.901(7)(A) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policies
“Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Operational policies;”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026
746.901(7)(B) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received personnel policies
“Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Personnel policies;”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026
746.901(11) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
“Operations 2 employee files still lacked statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation that includes an overview of your policy on the prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment outlined in ?746.1303 of this chapter.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
“Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026
Mar 25, 2026Visit6 rules cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
746.901(7)(A) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policies
“Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Operational policies;”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Operations 4 children's files still did not have health statements at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2026
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
“Operations director still lacked annual required training topics.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
746.901(7)(B) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received personnel policies
“Operations 2 employee files still lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Personnel policies;”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
746.901(11) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
“Operations 2 employee files still lacked statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation that includes an overview of your policy on the prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment outlined in ?746.1303 of this chapter.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
Mar 6, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“At the time of inspection, director lacked annual required training topics.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
746.901(7)(A) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policies
“At the time of inspection, 2 employee files lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Operational policies;”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“2 caregivers files did not have completed affidavit at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 23, 2026
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“3 caregivers did not have current CPR First Aid at the time of inpspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2026
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“4 childrens files did not have health statements at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
746.901(7)(B) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received personnel policies
“At the time of inspection, 2 employee files lacked a statement signed and dated by the employee showing they have received a copy of the child-care center's: (A) Personnel policies;”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
“At the time of inspection, director lacked annual required training topics.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“2 caregivers did not have any annual trainings at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 23, 2026
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“2 caregivers files did not have completed affidavit at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 23, 2026
746.901(11) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
“At the time of inspection, 2 employee files lacked statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation that includes an overview of your policy on the prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment outlined in ?746.1303 of this chapter.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 4, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Classroom with 4 children under 2 years old was observed using screen time. The children were watching nursey rhymes on a tablet.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“At the time of inspection, an infant was observed to be sleeping swaddled in thick blankets. This was corrected at inspection by having the caregiver remove the wrappings.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
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 follow up inspection was conducted. The 3 year old classroom was left unattended with the lights off with one child awake roamiing the classroom and one child alseep on a nap mat.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“Infant room teacher was observed leaving the classroom and entering another classroom searching for something and then returning to the infant room. This was corrected at inspection as the caregiver was addressed by the director and went back to her classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
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
“3 year old classroom was left unattended by caregiver left in charge of the operation during naptime. 1 child was in a classroom alone playing until thier service provider arrived.While present another child from the Pre K room left the room and walked down to the kitchen by herself unattended. Inspector followed her and took her back to her classroom where the owner was watching the class.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“A caregiver with restrictions was observed to be left alone with the Pre K class.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver who's background check is still pending was at the operation with the 2yr old class alone for the duration of the inspectors time at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Show 20 earlier visits
Jan 20, 2026Complaint investigation5 rules cited
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“At the time of inspection, the operation did not have the child's file avaliable for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“At the time of inspection, the operation did not have the caregiver's file avaliable for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation was non-compliant with this standard by leaving a 16-year-old caregiver in charge of a group of school age children which resulted in the caregiver rough housing with a child for over 15 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.1109(a)(1) - Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED- Not in Charge of Group
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation was non-compliant with this standard by leaving a 16-year-old in charge of a group of school age children 2-3x a week.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation was non-compliant with this standard because a caregiver left in charge engaged in inappropriate "play" fighting with a child by slapping the child's face several times.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
- Dec 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Oct 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Operation had an expired fire inspection report.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
- Oct 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During the inspector's walkthrough, the infant room was left unattended with 3 infants in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 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
“3 year old caregiver was seen napping during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2025
Jun 18, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 child's file did not have a shot record at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2025
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“Parents rights were not in operational policies or any other form at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“Caregiver in charge did not know how many children were in the 3's class at the time of inspection. Caregiver had to count the children with inspector present.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“Lighting in the classrooms during naptime was too dark, inspectors eyes had to adjust.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“2 caregivers were seen on their phones in the classroom during naptime at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“Screen time was being utilized in the 3 year old room during naptime. This was corrected at inspection by having the operation cover the screen.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
“Operations activity schedule did not have a minimum of two daily opportunities for outdoor play, weather permitting, in which a child makes use of both small and large muscles, at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present
“Staff were seen leaving their classrooms unattended during naptime to use the bathroom, or take phone calls”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
- Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 16, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jul 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“1 child in care did not have health statements on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 child in care did not have a shot record.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2024
Jun 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2024
- Jun 21, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Aug 30, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“1 child did not have immunization record on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2023
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“2 infants had expired infant feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2023
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“2 childrens files did not have the address to the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2023
Feb 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“3 children's files did not have physicians signature on allergy emergency action plan.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
- Jul 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“The operation has mutliple children's records that do not provide an emergency contact address.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2022
- May 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 7, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“The director's personnel file was incomplete. It did not include all the required information.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2022
746.2405(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
“The infant classroom did not have an adult sized rocker or chair.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2022
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The emergency preparedness plan did not include procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2022
746.501(a)(28) - Written Operational Policies - Vaccine Preventable Diseases
“The operational policies did not include information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2022
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
“The director did not have proof of current cpr/first aid training available for review at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2022
746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
“The director did not have current transportation safety training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2022
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies did not include information regarding the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2022
746.1303(1) - Orientation-Minimum Standards
“The employee orientation curriculum wasn't available for review at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Tender Love Childcare
Is Tender Love Childcare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 23, 2022.
When was Tender Love Childcare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 24 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tender Love Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 62 rules across 14 of 24 visits in the last 3 years; 62 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 Tender Love Childcare care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Tender Love Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Tender Love Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Tender Love Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (682) 321-7080 to ask.
What is Tender Love Childcare's phone number?
(682) 321-7080.
Where is Tender Love Childcare?
6516 New York Ave Ste 120, Arlington, TX 76002. The nearest other daycare we list is Beckham Elementary - YMCA of Arlington, 0.3 miles away.