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Licensed Center · Texas

Childrens Courtyard

8909 Valley Ranch Pkwy W, Irving

Last inspected Sep 14, 2026 · Map

No deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
283
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Part Time Care,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Feb 22, 2002
Phone
9728699908

No adverse action, corrective action or permit conditions on record.

State compliance summary

How many deficiencies Texas has recorded for this program, by risk level. This is not a quality rating: it describes compliance with the state’s minimum licensing standards.

11High risk
21Medium-high risk
12Medium risk
0Medium-low risk
4Low risk
30Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Sep 14, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 14, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 14, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 14, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 9, 2026 · Assessment
3 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
    Inspector's note: 8 out of 10 children's records reviewed still do not have a current health statement. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2026-02-23.
  • Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 3 infant files reviewed still do not have a current infant feeding plan. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-02-23.
  • Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 children's files reviewed still do not have current immunization records. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-02-23.
Jan 13, 2026 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
    Inspector's note: 9 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have a current health statement. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2026-01-27.
  • Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
    Inspector's note: 3 out of 10 children's files reviewed did not have current immunization records. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-01-27.
  • Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 3 infant files reviewed did not have a current infant feeding plan. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-01-27.
Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Oct 9, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Oct 9, 2025 · Complaint or incident investigation
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Complying with Laws and Rules
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to an investigation and violation was found. There was sufficient evidence to show that lock down drills and weather drills were being documented but not practiced. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-10-29.
Jul 24, 2025 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
    Inspector's note: 3 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-08-14.
  • Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
    Inspector's note: 1 infant did not have a current infant feeding form on file within the past 30 days. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-08-14.
Mar 10, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 6, 2025 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 6, 2025 · Inspection
6 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have the education document. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - TB Exam
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 employee files reviewed did not have a TB test. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Documentation of Drills
    Inspector's note: The operation did not document severe weather and lock down drills. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have a health statement. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
Oct 1, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 26, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 3, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 1, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 30, 2024 · Inspection
6 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
    Inspector's note: Two of the drivers at the operation did not have transportation training hours. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-02-13.
  • Critical Electronic Carbon Monoxide Detection Sys Connected to Alarm/Smoke Detection System
    Inspector's note: The operation did not document monthly checks for the carbon monoxide detector. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-02-13.
  • Non-critical First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
    Inspector's note: The transportation vehicles were missing items from the first aid kit: The vehicles were missing tweezers, a thermometer, and an antiseptic solution. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-02-13.
  • Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
    Inspector's note: The director CPR and First Aid expired. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-02-13.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Immunizations
    Inspector's note: Two out of ten children files had incomplete immunizations records. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-02-13.
  • Critical Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
    Inspector's note: The loose fill around the landing areas on the playground equipment was below six inches. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-02-13.
Sep 20, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 25, 2023 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
    Inspector's note: The operation still has not obtain a current fire inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-09-15.
Aug 11, 2023 · Inspection
6 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to a previous citation. 8 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have a current health statement. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-09-06.
  • Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
    Inspector's note: On the older playground, the barrier around the playground equipment was cracked with a sharp edge. There were deep holes in the ground which could cause a tripping hazard. On the toddler playground, there is a valve covering that is not secure. The gate was not secured tightly with a large gap that children can get through. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-06.
  • Critical Employment Affidavit
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to a previous citation. 2 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have an affidavit. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-09-06.
  • Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to a previous citation and a violation was found. The operation was observed and not clean. The floors and sink were still not clean. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-06.
  • Critical Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to a previous citation. 1 employee out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have an education documentation on file. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-06.
  • Critical Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
    Inspector's note: 3 of the seats on the school age lunch table are broken. The plastic striping between the floor and the carpet was raised causing a tripping hazard. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-06.
Jul 28, 2023 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
    Inspector's note: The operation does not have a current fire inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-08-11.
Jul 21, 2023 · Inspection
7 deficiencies cited
  • Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
    Inspector's note: A caregiver was in the classroom caring for children and did not have an eligible background. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
    Inspector's note: 8 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have a current health statement. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-08-04.
  • Critical Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have an education documentation on file. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-04.
  • Non-critical Documentation of Drills
    Inspector's note: The operation did not document safety drills. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-08-04.
  • Critical Employment Affidavit
    Inspector's note: 4 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have an affidavit. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-08-04.
  • Critical Required Immunizations
    Inspector's note: 2 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-08-04.
  • Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to a previous citation and a violation was found. The operation was observed and not clean. The floors and sink was not clean. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-04.
Jun 14, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 30, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 15, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 14, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
4 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to an investigation and a violation was found. It was found that the operation's ratio was not in compliance. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
  • Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: The operation was observed and not clean. The floors were not clean. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
  • Non-critical Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to an investigation and a violation was found. The director was not keeping her attendance. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
  • Critical Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated regarding the investigation and a violation was found. It was found that a caregiver was yelling at the children in the preschool and school-age children classroom. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
May 8, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 28, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 21, 2023 · Inspection
4 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
    Inspector's note: There are holes in the wall, tears in the carpet, a broken restroom door and a broken wall outlet that pose a risk to children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-05-12.
  • Critical Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
    Inspector's note: A drill and hammer were accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver put these things out of the reach of children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-04-21.
  • Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
    Inspector's note: The annual fire inspection was not available for review. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-08-11.
  • Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
    Inspector's note: The annual health inspection was not available for review. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-06-23.
Apr 19, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
    Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated in regard to an investigation and a minimum standard violation was found. Children were left in a restrictive device for more than 15 minutes. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-05-16.

Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.