Little Tyke - Smithfield RD

Licensed Center

Provider details

City / County / ZIP: North Richland Hills / Tarrant / 76182
Street address: 6700 Smithfield Rd
Phone: (817) 281-5783
Capacity: 120
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 06:15 AM-06:15 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: July 24, 1987
Operation status:: Active
Corrective action: HHSC lists: No
Adverse action: HHSC lists: No
Temporarily closed: HHSC lists: No

Corrective action means HHSC requires steps to address compliance concerns; see the official HHSC record for details.

Adverse action means HHSC has taken enforcement action affecting an operation’s permit or ability to operate; see the official HHSC record for details.

Summary of state inspection records

Texas HHSC records list 5 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated July 9, 2026.

The same records list 6 cited deficiencies dated June 17, 2024 to August 11, 2025 (HHSC risk levels: 2 High, 2 Medium High, 2 Medium).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 0 corrected at inspection, 6 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

HHSC lists a verified correction date for 6 of these citations.

The official HHSC record has the full inspection history and the latest information.

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Summary of the record

This summary is generated automatically from public HHSC records. It restates the official record and may lag behind it. The official state record is the authoritative source: official HHSC record.

Texas Health and Human Services records list 6 cited deficiencies for Little Tyke - Smithfield RD in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (2 High, 2 Medium High, 2 Medium).

Records list 5 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-07-09.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	2
Medium High	2
Medium	2
Medium Low	0
Low	0
Unknown	0

HHSC assigns each standard a risk weight from Low to High. A deficiency is a finding that a minimum standard was not met.

Recent citations in the summary window

2025-08-11 · 746.5101(a) · High

Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

At the time of the follow up a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.

Correction date recorded: 2025-08-15

2025-07-15 · 746.5101(a) · High

Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.

Correction date recorded: 2025-07-25

2024-08-20 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium

Children's Records - Immunizations

At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have up to date immunization records on file.

Correction date recorded: 2024-08-30

Full citation history from HHSC (24)

2025-08-11 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-08-15. Correction verified: 2025-08-13.
At the time of the follow up a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
2025-07-15 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-25. Correction verified: 2025-08-11.
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in more than 12 months.
2024-08-20 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-30. Correction verified: 2024-08-30.
At the time of the inspection 2 of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have up to date immunization records on file.
2024-08-06 · 746.603(a) · Medium
Children's Records Maintained
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-08-16. Correction verified: 2024-08-20.
At the time of the visit the children's records were not maintained with updated information for all children reviewed.
2024-06-17 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-31. Correction verified: 2024-08-06.
Based on information obtained it was found that the building at the operation has not been maintained to be free from hazards. On the playground an area of the surfacing has been ripped open, with parts of the surfacing being raised and creating a tripping hazard. In the same area where the surfacing is ripped, there is a large dip in the ground that is hard to see unless you are on it. This creates a tripping hazard for the children. An area in the infant classroom has laminate tile that has raised and broken edges.
2024-06-17 · 746.201(9) · Medium High
Complying with Laws and Rules
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-31. Correction verified: 2024-08-06.
Based on information obtained the operation had requested repairs for areas of the building in playground more than 6 months ago and the repairs have not been made timely.
2023-09-18 · 746.605(16) · Medium High
Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-22. Correction verified: 2023-09-18.
At the time of the visit 1 child's file indicated a food allergy but there was no food allergy plan on file.
2023-09-18 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-18. Correction verified: 2023-09-18.
1 of the 10 children's files reviewed did not have an immunization record for the child on file.
2023-07-28 · 746.3501(1) · Medium High
Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-09-14. Correction verified: 2023-09-19.
Based on information obtained through DFPS investigation it was found that children were not being changed frequently enough that skin irritation or diaper rash was caused.
2023-03-15 · 746.2805(2) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-03-15. Correction verified: 2023-03-29.
At the time of inspection a caregiver was heard telling children that since no one took a nap they would not be getting chocolate. The caregiver was spoken to regarding the comment.
2023-03-13 · 746.305(a)(2) · Medium High
AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-04-28. Correction verified: 2023-04-28.
Based on information obtained during an investigation it was found that a child in care had been injured in July of 2022 and required medical treatment from a professional that the operation did not report to Childcare Regulation.
2023-02-23 · 746.1203(3)(D) · Medium High
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-03-24. Correction verified: 2023-03-29.
It was found that a caregiver used their personal device during the nap period to send messages to persons outside the center while counted in ratio as the caregiver, which reduces the caregivers ability to supervise adequately.
2023-02-23 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-03-24. Correction verified: 2023-03-29.
A caregiver showed poor judgement when sharing information of an incident occurring at the center with someone outside the center, instead of with the director. This type of action prevents necessary intervention when incidents occur in the center.
2023-02-23 · 746.2805(1) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-03-24. Correction verified: 2023-03-29.
A caregiver used corporal punishment on one child by striking the child on their bottom in an effort to correct a behavior. The same caregiver used a threat of corporal punishment with an object to scare a second child into behaving correctly in the classroom.
2022-09-21 · 746.2419(6) · Medium High
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-09-21. Correction verified: Not recorded.
At the time of the visit 5 of the 6 children's cubbies in the infant classroom had used sippy cups or bottles with no label of the child's name they belonged to. This was corrected when the infant caregivers applied labels to each child's cup during the inspection.
2022-09-21 · 746.5625(b) · High
Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-30. Correction verified: 2022-10-12.
At the time of my visit the child safety alarm on one of the operation vans was not working properly. The alarm did not sound when the van was turned off. A work order was put in during the inspection.
2022-09-21 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-30. Correction verified: 2022-10-12.
At the time of the inspection a fire inspection had not been conducted in the previous 12 months of operation.
2022-09-21 · 746.3819 · Medium High
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-30. Correction verified: 2022-10-12.
At the time of the visit 2 of the 10 children's files reviewed had listed food allergies with no doctor's note indicating the treatment for the allergy.
2021-12-07 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-12-10. Correction verified: 2021-12-20.
This rule was evaluated with regard to an investigation and has been found to be in violation. The caregiver did not demontrate competency or self control when she grabbed a two year old child by the wrist to place her in time out.The caregiver pulled hard enough to injure the child's elbow.
2021-10-29 · 746.1401(g) · Medium
Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2021-10-29. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The substitute caregiver did not have orientation to the center prior to being placed in charge of a class room. The director had the substitute complete the center's orientation to correct the deficiency.
2021-10-19 · 746.5401 · Medium High
Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-11-02. Correction verified: 2021-10-20.
The center did not have verification of a current gas inspection.
2021-10-19 · 746.1315(a) · Medium High
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-11-02. Correction verified: 2021-10-27.
One bus driver did not have verification of current first aid training.
2021-10-19 · 746.1329(c)(1)(A) · Low
Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-11-02. Correction verified: 2021-10-27.
One bus driver did not have verification of current CPR training.
2021-10-19 · 746.3401(a) · Medium High
Annual Sanitation Inspection
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-11-02. Correction verified: 2021-10-19.
The center did not have verification of a current health inspection.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=98335

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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.