Texas records · TARRANT County · MANSFIELD
Children's Lighthouse Mansfield
Licensed Center in MANSFIELD, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued June 1, 2021
State record presented as of November 5, 2026
- Address
- 1850 CANNON DR, MANSFIELD, TX 76063 3472
- Operation type
- Licensed Center
- Type of issuance
- Full Permit
- Permit issued
- June 1, 2021
- Operation number
- 1715253
- Licensed capacity
- 225 children
- Ages served
- Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
- Schedule
- Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Conditions on permit
- NO
The record at a glance
| Inspections on record | 55 |
| Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record | 37 |
| Assessments on record | 0 |
| Standards evaluated across those visits | 5,408 |
| Citations recorded | 45 |
| Record covers | November 7, 2021 – September 2, 2026 |
Citations by the state’s risk levels
| High | 27 |
| Medium High | 12 |
| Medium | 6 |
Visits and findings, newest first
InspectionSeptember 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
ReportAugust 24, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 7, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 58 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 22, 20261 citation recorded1 of 169 standards cited at this visit
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High
The walls and celiing in room 7 appeared to have some moisture residue causing damage to the ceilng tiles as well as mildew/fungus on the classrom boards. The room also had a strong smell of mildew.
Correction verified by the state on July 7, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
ReportJune 8, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportMay 21, 20262 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane LanguageRisk level: High
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient after a caregiver was observed using profane language directed at a child in care.
Correction verified by the state on June 23, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, YellingRisk level: High
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient after caregivers were observed yelling at children in care.
Correction verified by the state on June 22, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionApril 27, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
ReportApril 23, 20261 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and PullingRisk level: High
A caregiver was observed pulling a child up by one arm.
Correction verified by the state on May 14, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
ReportApril 22, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 23, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 24, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
ReportFebruary 20, 2026Self-reported by the operation1 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
It was determined that a caregiver exercised poor judgement by lifting a child by one arm when removing the child from the table, resulting in a nurse maid's elbow injury.
Correction verified by the state on March 23, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionFebruary 19, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 149 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 4, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 231 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 22, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 116 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 5, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportAugust 24, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 21, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 143 standards cited at this visit
ReportAugust 11, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportAugust 11, 2025Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 22, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 183 standards cited at this visit
ReportJuly 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 24, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 61 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 28, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 238 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 25, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 74 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 14, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportApril 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 17, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 181 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 20, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 169 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 21, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 32 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 6, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportDecember 23, 2024Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 16, 20242 citations recorded2 of 215 standards cited at this visit
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual trainingRisk level: Medium High
One caregiver only had 8.25 clock hours of training for the previous training year available for review at the time of inspection.
Correction verified by the state on December 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 monthsRisk level: Medium High
The director will need to complete SIDS, shaken baby, early brain development training.
Correction verified by the state on December 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionNovember 21, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 20, 2024Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 19, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 832 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 39 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 5, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 40 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 25, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 15, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 11, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJune 7, 20244 citations recorded4 of 6 standards cited at this visit
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at RiskRisk level: Medium
It was determined that the operation did not complete an incident report when a child was placed at risk after being left unsupervised.
Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
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 activityRisk level: High
It was determined that a child was left unsupervised for several minutes as the children were being transitioned back inside from the playground. The child was found in the hallway by another caregiver and returned to their class.
Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High
It was determined that the operation failed to report to Child Care Regulation an incident that placed a child at risk.
Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
It was determined that two caregivers failed to demonstrate competency and good judgement when they failed to follow the operation?s procedures for accounting for children during transitions. The two caregivers did not complete a proper name to face check of all children in their group upon returning to the classroom resulting in a child being left unsupervised. The caregivers responsible for the child were not aware that the child was missing from the group until the child was returned by another caregiver.
Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionJune 6, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 66 standards cited at this visit
ReportJune 2, 20242 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when the caregiver purposely tripped a child causing injury.
Correction verified by the state on July 25, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or ExploitedRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, a caregiver was found Reason to Believe for physical abuse of a child in care.
Correction verified by the state on July 25, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionMay 24, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportMay 22, 20242 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.307(d) - Parental Notification of Communicable DiseaseRisk level: Medium High
The operation did not notify all parents of a communicable disease.
Correction verified by the state on June 13, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable IllnessRisk level: Medium High
The operation failed to notify CCR of two confirmed cases of a communicable disease.
Correction verified by the state on June 13, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionMay 1, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportApril 23, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 22, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 393 standards cited at this visit
ReportApril 3, 20242 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with childrenRisk level: Medium High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not interact with a child in a positive manner when the caregiver forcibly handled a child which resulted in the child being injured. The caregiver is no longer employed.
Correction verified by the state on June 6, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and PullingRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver firmly grabbed a child by the arms forcing the child to sit in a chair which resulted in bruising along the child?s upper arm. The caregiver is no longer employed.
Correction verified by the state on June 6, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionFebruary 7, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 78 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 9, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportDecember 12, 20234 citations recorded4 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the director has not ensured the child-care center?s daily operation is administered in compliance with minimum standards.
Correction verified by the state on February 7, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and PullingRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver inappropriately grabbed a child by their upper arm causing injury to the child. The child sustained bruising on the upper section of their arm as a result of being grabbed. It was also determined that another caregiver grabbed and squeezed a child's face.
Correction verified by the state on February 7, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and RulesRisk level: Medium High
During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the permit holder has not ensured the operation maintains compliance with the minimum standards. This is demonstrated by a repetition and pattern of deficiencies in inappropriate discipline.
Correction verified by the state on February 7, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or ExploitedRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, a caregiver was found Reason To Believe for physical abuse of a child in care.
Correction verified by the state on February 7, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionDecember 8, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportDecember 8, 2023Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportDecember 6, 2023Self-reported by the operation1 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible forRisk level: High
It was determined that caregivers were not aware of the children they were responsible for when a 2-year-old child was able to walk into the restroom without the caregiver?s knowledge and the child was not able to get out. Neither of the 3 caregivers realized the child had gotten into the restroom and was not present with the group. One of the caregiver?s heard the child crying and opened the door and found the child inside of the restroom.
Correction verified by the state on January 9, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionOctober 4, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 31, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportAugust 28, 20231 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High
The operation failed to report to Child Care Regulation a situation that placed a child at risk.
Correction verified by the state on September 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionAugust 24, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionAugust 7, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionJuly 27, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJuly 25, 2023Self-reported by the operation2 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when the caregiver picked up children by their arms and wrist to move from one place to another.
Correction verified by the state on August 24, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with StandardsRisk level: Medium
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when it was determined that the director did not ensure new hire staff were properly trained on the positive physical interactions between staff and children and did not ensure that new hire staff had a full understanding of minimum standard compliance and licensing laws.
Correction verified by the state on August 24, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
ReportJuly 11, 20233 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
Based on information obtained from the DFPS investigation, it was observed on video that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment and self-control in their interactions with a child. The caregiver appeared to be frustrated with the child's behavior and handled the child in a rough manner multiple times. The caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Correction verified by the state on October 4, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
Based on information obtained from the DFPS investigation, a caregiver was observed on video forcing a child that was visibly upset to sit down between their legs to keep the child from moving. When the child would try to leave the caregiver, the caregiver would grab the child by the arm and/or collar of the shirt pulling the child back between their legs. The caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Correction verified by the state on October 4, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and PullingRisk level: High
Based on information obtained from the DFPS investigation, a caregiver was observed on video using prohibited punishment when the caregiver grabbed a child by their arm and collar of the shirt. The caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Correction verified by the state on October 4, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionMay 17, 20233 citations recorded3 of 638 standards cited at this visit
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 monthsRisk level: Medium High
The director will need to complete SIDS, shaken baby, and early brain development training.
Correction verified by the state on May 18, 2023.
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium
The two directors and 3 caregivers will need to complete the following trainings: *Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction *Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials
Correction verified by the state on May 25, 2023.
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation trainingRisk level: Medium High
The two directors will need to complete transportation safety training.
Correction verified by the state on May 18, 2023.
InspectionApril 17, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 30, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportMarch 26, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportMarch 23, 20231 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with childrenRisk level: Medium High
Based on information obtained through a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not interact with a child in a positive manner as the caregiver was observed on video handling the child in an aggressive manner. A caregiver was observed on video pulling a child by their arms to the table in a hurried manner and roughly placing the child down in their chair. The caregiver was observed wiping the child?s face in a rough manner & then pushed the child's chair up to the table in an abrupt manner. As another child stood to reach for their sippy cup on the table, the same caregiver pushed the child?s chair up to the table in a hurried/abrupt manner causing the child to fall back down onto their chair.
Correction verified by the state on May 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
ReportMarch 19, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportMarch 10, 2023Self-reported by the operation2 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this 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 activityRisk level: High
It was determined that two caregivers left a child unsupervised on the playground for approximately 15 minutes when transitioning the class back inside. The operation became aware that a child was left outside when they were notified by the elementary school located next door.
Correction verified by the state on April 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at RiskRisk level: High
It was determined that the operation failed to notify the parent immediately of a situation that placed their child at risk. The parent was not notified that their child was left unsupervised on the playground until the parent picked their child up from care.
Correction verified by the state on April 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionDecember 20, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 9, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 27, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 6, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionSeptember 26, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportSeptember 22, 2022Self-reported by the operation3 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High
The operation did not report an incident which placed a child at risk within the required time frame.
Correction verified by the state on October 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
A caregiver demonstrated a lack of self-control and good judgment when redirecting two children. The caregiver was observed on video forcibly grabbing and pulling children by their arm which resulted in one of the children sustaining a scratch on their arm. The same caregiver was also observed on video tapping a child on top of their head with a book.
Correction verified by the state on October 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or UnusualRisk level: High
It was determined after reviewing video footage that a caregiver handled two children in an inappropriate manner. The caregiver was seen on video, harshly grabbing & pulling two children up by one arm to move them. The children's feet were observed to briefly dangle in the air as they were being moved.
Correction verified by the state on October 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionAugust 2, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJuly 29, 2022Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 23, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJune 21, 2022Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 9, 20225 citations recorded5 of 586 standards cited at this visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High
The operation allowed a staff person to be present and have access to children prior to having the eligibility determination letter. (Note: The caregiver will not return to the operation until their eligibility status is received.)
Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician InformationRisk level: Medium
Five of the ten children's records evaluated did not include complete physician information.
Correction verified by the state on June 16, 2022.
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
There were 8 infants in the Infant classroom I that did not have updated feeding instructions on file. There were 2 infants in the Infant 2 classroom that did not have updated feeding instructions on file.
Correction verified by the state on June 16, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium
One caregiver only completed 7 of the required 24 clock hours of training for the previous training year (2/2021 - 2/2022).
Correction verified by the state on June 29, 2022.
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High
Three of the children's records were missing the telephone number for the emergency contact person that was listed.
Correction verified by the state on June 16, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
ReportJune 8, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 6, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportMarch 7, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportFebruary 28, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 15, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportFebruary 11, 2022Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 14, 20212 citations recorded2 of 601 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The operation did not have an annual fire inspection scheduled or on file.
Correction verified by the state on December 22, 2021.
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High
There was one electrical outlet in the infant room, in the toddlers classroom and one in another toddlers classroom. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected at the time of inspection.
InspectionNovember 8, 2021No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 7, 2021Self-reported by the operation1 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High
Upon review of video footage and interviews, it was found that a caregiver, contracted by a substitute company, left children in a classroom unattended for over a minute. This was corrected at inspection, being that the operation discharged the employee in concern.
Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
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