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ABC's Children's College

2313 HARVEY ST STE 101&102, Mcallen, TX 78501-1769

Operation number:
1503683
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Hidalgo
Capacity:
90
License effective:
May 20, 2013
Hours:
07:00 AM-09:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Phone:
9566301622
Email:
Not listed
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for ABC's Children's College from July 12, 2022 through March 17, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with 18 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 11, 2024 and involved facility condition.

Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.

Three later inspections, from March 11, 2025 through March 17, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
14

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
18

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
8

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 10 local median in 78501

Compared to 27 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.29
Local median
0.88

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
29%
Local median
29%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
36%
Local median
36%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.93

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Trash can in the toddler was uncovered, there were diapers inside the trash can. Note: This was corrected at inspection when trash can was replaced with one with a lid.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Antisepectic solution and wipes are expired. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider brought a new first aid kit to the operation that has new antiseptic wipes.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4003(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
Official code
746.4003(b)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Expired food items were observed in the kitchen including tortillas and canned food. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed the food items from the operation.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Official code
746.3317
View official report
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Menu posted is dated 5-8 to 5-13. Per provider dates were entered incorrectly, however, food items served during lunch do not match menu. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider updates dates and food items served.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
Official code
746.401(6)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
Toddler - Prek Classroom does not follow the daily schedule. Class remained indoors playing with blocks while schedule indicates children have outdoor time from 10-10:45AM. Infant Room does not have a written activity plan and daily schedule does not include outdoor play.
Correction deadline
May 17, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Official code
746.2203(b)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Eight children's files were reviewed. Four files are missing admission date, two emergency contact address, two health statements, four immunization records, three operational policies received statement and one file was not available for review at the time of inspection.
Correction deadline
May 23, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 26, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
A staff member was present at operation and responsible for caring for children. Employee has not completed high school education or equivalent.
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Official code
746.1107(2)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
One out of four staff files reviewed is missing 12 hours of annual training.
Correction deadline
May 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 24, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Trash cans within the restrooms do not have lids.
Correction deadline
May 16, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 17, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Children's Products Certification posted was last reviewed / signed on 04/05/2020.
Correction deadline
May 18, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 26, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
Official code
746.4135(b)
View official report
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
A child was observing playing with a tablet during nap time.
Correction deadline
November 17, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 30, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Official code
746.2207(c)(4)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
There were four children in the infant room, two children in the 4-5 room and 8 children napping in the toddler room. Only one staff member was present to supervise all classrooms.
Correction deadline
November 17, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 30, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
One infant age child and three infant age children were asleep in high chairs.
Correction deadline
November 17, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 30, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation staff has not demonstrated competency to perform assigned duties such as providing a consistent positive environment for children and comforting young children.
Correction deadline
December 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 20, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, Director has failed to provide leadership and demonstrate an understand of Minimum Standards. This has resulted in high-risk deficiencies including safe sleep and supervision.
Correction deadline
December 14, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 20, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Official code
746.1003(1)
Medium concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Based on information obtained during the course the investigation operation has not maintained consistent staff attendance records.
Correction deadline
December 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 20, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
Official code
746.801(5)
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One out of five children's files reviewed is missing immunization records.
Correction deadline
July 19, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Medium concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Six out of twelve children napping were napping directly on the carpet. Mats were labeled with different children's names and solid color mats did not have a way to differentiate the floor from the napping side.
Correction deadline
July 13, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 29, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
Official code
746.4503(a)