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Smart Start Learning Center
913 W MONTE CRISTO RD, Edinburg TX 78541-6831 · License #1792181 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Blanca Garza
- Phone
- (956) 588-5064
- Website
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- Address
- 913 W MONTE CRISTO RD, Edinburg TX 78541-6831 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 32 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium
746.301(2) · Notification of Change in Space
The outdoor area was reduced without notifying Child Care Regulation.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Medium
746.2421(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
There were no feeding instructions for two infants.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Medium
746.2205(a)(1) · Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
There was no current activity plan for the school age and toddler group.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2025
- High
746.3701(9) · Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
There was a bucket of water in the kitchen which became accessible when a child ran into the kitchen. The door leading to the kitchen did not lock.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
- High
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An employee was present at the childcare operation without an eligible background check letter. The employee previously had a provisional background check but was inactivated for failing to follow through the process.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
A gap has developed beneath the wooden fence due to the neighbor's dog digging, which could pose a safety concern for children engaged in outdoor play.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
- Medium
746.801(10) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
The fire practice documentation indicated fire drills have not been conducted in a monthly basis. The last fire drill conducted was in October 2024. The sheltering/severe weather and lock down drills were not conducted four times in 2024. The fire extinguishers in the operation were last serviced in December 2023.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
- Medium High
746.4305 · Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
Fence in operation measures less than the four feet of required outdoor fencing.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- High
746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Fire inspection not available at application inspection.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- Medium High
746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection
Sanitation inspection not available at application inspection.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Aug 13, 2025 inspection noted: “The outdoor area was reduced without notifying Child Care Regulation.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Feb 12, 2025 inspection noted: “A gap has developed beneath the wooden fence due to the neighbor's dog digging, which could pose a safety concern for children engaged in outdoor play.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Feb 13, 2024 inspection noted: “Fence in operation measures less than the four feet of required outdoor fencing.” — what has changed since then?
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