Kidz Are People Too Early Childhood Of Arlington
1917 W PARK ROW DR, Arlington, TX 76013 · Tarrant County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 102
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Ta'necia Lewis
- Phone
- (817) 460-7300
- Regulated since
- Dec 4, 2023
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1449816 · number 1776879
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 7 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (2), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 15 | 10 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (3), Records & paperwork (2), Other (1) |
| 2024 | 3 | 3 | Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (3), Records & paperwork (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 11, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 11, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver was observed screaming and yelling at a child.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-30. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Other Serious
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May 20, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 30, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Caregiver did not use good judgment when placing empty milk bottles in the sink that designated for handwashing in the infant room.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-05-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
It was observed that there are 5 children ages 2 month, 5 month, 5 month, 10 month and 11 month with one caregiver.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-05-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
It was observed an uncover trash bin full of trash that accessible to children. This trash bin located in the cafeteria.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-05-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
The following hazards observed during inspection: An orange electrical cord hanging from the electrical outlet to the wall that accessible to children. Children may pull on it or tripped on it. This cord is locate in the hallway where children walk by regularly. A green electric cord laying on the floor from the outlet to the TV that can pose a tripping hazard. Wall paint tripping from wall in the room next to the four years old class. Dirty carpet in two classroom that accessible to children. Dirty air vent in all classrooms. Uncovered electrical outlet in the four years old class. The electrical outlet also exposed out from the wall. The sink in the restroom that locate in the cafeteria chipped paint, wood exposed and need replace. A section of the ceiling in the three year old room cracked open. The sink counter in the three year old room need replace. Paint in the hall way chipped in a large areas. Several paint chipped from the ceiling in the three years old room. Door to the "Restricted Area" was not stable, the door is not close properly. Nails were exposed in several places from the outside climbing structures. Severl wood panels are broken that pose a risk to children.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-05-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
Six inches of loose fill surfacing is needed on the playground. It was observed that the mulch is at the lowest level.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-07. Correction verified 2026-05-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Annual fire inspection needed. The last proof of annual fire inspection was dated 7/24/24. The operation was unable to show proof of current fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5101(b) — Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-07. Correction verified 2026-05-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Jan 30, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 5, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 23, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 16, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
This standard was evaluated by Child Care Investigator and has been found to be in violation with the Minimum Standard Rules for Licensed Child Care Centers. Caregivers used force when spanking the children, which resulted in multiple bruising on their buttocks. This is considered as physical abuse due to significant bruising.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-01-16. Correction verified 2026-01-30.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on Child Care Investigator, it was determined that a caregiver was spanking two children that cause bruises on their body.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-01-16. Correction verified 2026-01-30.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Oct 9, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Proof of education needed for two caregivers.
HHSC 746.1107(2) — Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-16. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Staff background & training
Three caregivers did not have 24 hours of annual training hours.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-23. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Staff background & training Serious
Two caregivers did not have proof of CPR and First Aid certified.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-16. Correction verified 2025-10-14.
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Other
It was observed that caregiver let children under two year old watching a music cartoon clip from an ipad. This is corrected at inspection.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-10-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
It was observed a loose fitting sheets in one of the cribs in the infant room.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-09. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
It was observed that caregiver did not wash a two years old child after changing his diaper.
HHSC 746.3417(3) — Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-09. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
It was observed that nails are protruding from climbing structure that may cause injury to children.
HHSC 746.4601(4) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-13. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
Six inches of loose surfacing need around the climbing struture.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-16. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Records & paperwork
Four out of ten children's record reviewed, four of them were missing the health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-16. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Illness & medication
One out of ten children's record reviewed, one was missing copy of immunization record.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-16. Correction verified 2025-10-14.
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Safety & premises Serious
One out of ten chlidren's record review was missing information regarding emergency medical authorization.
HHSC 746.605(11) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-09. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Records & paperwork
An Affidavit for employment is needed for one caregiver.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-10-16. Correction verified 2025-10-14.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 20, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There were six infants ( 6m, 6m, 6m, 11m and 16m) in the infant room with one caregiver. They over one child over the child/staff ratio.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-14. Correction verified 2025-05-20.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 28, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 24, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 7, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 11, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 15, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 5, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Current CPR and First Aid needed for a caregiver who is in charge of a group of children.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-25. Correction verified 2024-07-03.
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Other Serious
It was observed that the metal fence in the toddlers playground was broken. The top parts were loose and not stable.
HHSC 746.4305 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-25. Correction verified 2024-07-03.
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Safety & premises Serious
At least 6 inches of loose-fill surfacing material is needed for the big playground. It was observed that weeds and grass are growing from the areas surrounding the slides.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-25. Correction verified 2024-07-03.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jan 28, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 7, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 6, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 14, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Two of the ten children's records reviewed did not have a health statement on file.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-09-21. Correction verified 2023-09-21.
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Records & paperwork
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Sep 1, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 6, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
The playground structures has a piece of equipment with protruding screws.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-13.
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Safety & premises Serious
There was not an adequate amount of surfacing on outside play area.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-13.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation does not have a current fire inspection. The previous fire inspection was conducted under the leadership of the previous owner.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-25.
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Safety & premises Serious
Buse LFH-4081 does not have a secured fire extinguisher.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(5) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-13. Correction verified 2023-07-13.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, via Child Care Regulation datasets on data.texas.gov. Last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is HHSC's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan. About this data.