Mama Rana's for Play and Learn

ARLINGTON, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

3.8based on state inspection data
Capacity44
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Est. price$1,880/mo

Contact information

Address6851 MATLOCK RD STE 171 ARLINGTON TX- 76002 3838

CityARLINGTON, TX

CountyTARRANT

Phone6825583709

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri

Capacity44

SubsidiesY

License dateMarch 5, 2021

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/1/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium13
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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6851 MATLOCK RD STE 171 ARLINGTON TX- 76002 3838, ARLINGTON, TX

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/1/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 746.56256/1/2026

    746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle

    The 2009 van that was purchased in 2022 was not equipped with a child safety alarm at the time of inspection.

    Corrected 7/1/2026

2025

  1. High riskStandard 746.280510/23/2025

    746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling

    Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that operation was found non-compliant with this standard as a caregiver was seen yelling at children in care.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13018/28/2025

    746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training

    Caregiver hired in 2022 lacked 13.5 traninng hours for training year 11/16/2023-11/16/2024

    Corrected 9/18/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13158/28/2025

    746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

    1 caregivers CPR training certificate showed that CPR was completed online. CCR does not accept CPR online certificates.

    Corrected 9/18/2025
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13018/28/2025

    746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training

    Director only has 10 of the 30 required training hours for training year 9/15/2023-9/15/2024.

    Corrected 9/18/2025
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13158/28/2025

    746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

    1 caregiver's CPR First Aid training certificate was expired with an expiration date of 12/2024. Director was unable to locate her CPR/FIRST AID certificate.

    Corrected 9/18/2025

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 746.13099/11/2024

    746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

    Caregiver with a start date of 3/2022 has only 3.5 hours of training for training year 3/2023-3/2024, avaliabe for review at the time of inspection.

    Corrected 10/11/2024
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13119/11/2024

    746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months

    At the time of inspection,Director lacked 1 hour training in the following topic: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (2)Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and (3)Understanding early childhood brain development

    Corrected 9/25/2024
  3. High riskStandard 746.24159/11/2024

    746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

    A 4month old infant was asleep in a crib with rolled blankets used as props to keep the child on its side and covered with blankets with a bib around its neck. This was corrected at inspection by having the caregiver remove all items from from the crib including the bib.

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-Low riskStandard 746.8039/11/2024

    746.803(a) - Required Records Storage

    At the time of inspection, the operation failed to maintain 3 months worth of playground maintenance checklist.

    Corrected 10/11/2024
  5. Medium riskStandard 746.13119/11/2024

    746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics

    At the time of inspection, Director lacked training in the following topics:(1) Emergency Preparedness (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (3)Administering medication; (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials

    Corrected 9/25/2024
  6. Medium riskStandard 746.13119/11/2024

    746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment

    At the time of inspection, Director lacked 1hour training in the following topic: prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment

    Corrected 9/25/2024
  7. Medium riskStandard 746.41359/11/2024

    746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

    At the time of inspection, CPSC form has a completion date of 3/31/2022. This was corrected at inspection by updating the form.

    Corrected at inspection

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,880/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Texas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: ARLINGTON, TARRANT County
  • Capacity: 44
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 6

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