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Kaleidoscope ll Early Childhood Learning K.C.

3900 S WARE RD, Mcallen TX 78503-7301 · License #1718202 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 64 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Feb 12, 2026
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Director
Belinda Cantu
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Address
3900 S WARE RD, Mcallen TX 78503-7301 · Directions

Hours

Mon07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Tue07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Wed07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Thu07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Fri07:00 AM-06:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareBefore School CareMeals ProvidedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedDrop-In CarePart Time CareTransportation to/from SchoolField Trips

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 64 children
6
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
3
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
11
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
0.5
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Feb 12, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Mar 6, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Oct 10, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Oct 3, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Aug 26, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 12, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jun 27, 2024 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • High

    746.3701(9) · Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children

    A mop bucket with water was outside and accessible to children. *This was corrected at inspection when the mop bucket was removed and water was thrown out.

    Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

  • Low

    746.1045 · Education Outside of U.S.

    1 out of 6 employee records reviewed is missing translation of education from Spanish to English.

    Corrected by Jul 27, 2024

  • Medium

    746.2505(4)(A) · Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler

    Several bottles and training cups were not labeled with first name and last initial. *This was corrected at inspection when the bottles and cups were labeled with first name and last initial.

    Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

Apr 5, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Dec 8, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Dec 1, 2023 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • High

    745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

    An individual without a background check received Inspector upon arrival and was assisting with serving meals/kitchen duties during the inspection. NOTE: The individual left the operation during the inspection.

    Corrected by Dec 1, 2023

  • Medium High

    746.1605(1) · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

    There were 9 children under the care of 2 caregivers in the infant classroom. The youngest child was 5 months old and the oldest child was 3 years old. The gap between the children was over 18 months. NOTE: 3 year old was moved to their designated classroom and compliance was met.

    Corrected by Dec 1, 2023

Sep 8, 2023 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium Low

    746.901(4) · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

    A notarized Affidavit was not available for review for one of the caregivers of the operation.

    Corrected by Sep 12, 2023

Apr 27, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 17, 2023 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    746.2507(1) · Activities for Toddlers - Outdoor Play

    As per staff, the toddlers, and infant children have not been provided with outdoor play opportunities in the past week.

    Corrected by Apr 18, 2023

  • Medium High

    746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    6 child records were reviewed during the inspection. 1 out of these records were missing immunization records. 1 out of these records was missing an updated immunization record. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection. Immunization records were obtained.

    Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

  • High

    746.2426(a)(2) · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible

    An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer placed inside a play yard. The infant was not removed from the restrictive device as soon as possible by caregiver. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection. Caregiver removed child from device after being informed by Inspector.

    Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Dec 15, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Dec 8, 2022 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium

    746.2207(c)(1) · Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities

    5 children were observed engaged in screen-time activities not related to planned activities. One child was watching television, and four children were watching a video on a tablet. NOTE: Electronics were turned off and caregivers transitioned to planned activities.

    Corrected by Dec 9, 2022

  • Medium

    746.1701 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children

    There were 6 infants under the care of 1 caregiver. The specified age of the group was 12-17 months old. NOTE: A second caregiver entered the classroom and child-caregiver ratio was met.

    Corrected by Dec 8, 2022

Aug 30, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Aug 22, 2022 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium High

    746.2419(1) · Requirements for Feeding Infants-Hold through 6-months

    A 2 month old infant was being fed by caregiver while child was laying on a bouncer seat. NOTE: This was corrected after caregiver was informed. Caregiver held child to be fed.

    Corrected by Aug 22, 2022

Aug 2, 2022 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

    A caregiver is missing 1 hours of training and the following topics for training year 3/2021-3/2022: - Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; -Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; -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

    Corrected by Aug 8, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

    Hand washing was not completed after a child's diaper was changed as observed during inspection. NOTE: Caregiver washed child's hands after Inspector informed them.

    Corrected by Aug 2, 2022

Jul 22, 2022 — Inspection
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • High

    745.8413 · Licensing must be allowed to inspect and investigate operation

    Operation did not allow inspector to enter operation until after 20 minutes of knocking and ringing doorbell. Caregivers confirmed they were aware someone was at the door.

    Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

    A caregiver is missing 10 hours of training and the following topics for training year 3/2021-3/2022: -Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; - Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and -Understanding early childhood brain development. -Emergency preparedness; - Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; -Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with 746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?); -Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; -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 -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).

    Corrected by Aug 1, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

    Hand washing was not completed after a child's diaper was changed.

    Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

  • Medium

    746.4503(b) · Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name

    Three children were napping in mats labeled with other children's names.

    Corrected by Jul 25, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.631(a) · Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

    Sign-in and Sign-out tracking system did not accurately reflected the number of children present during inspection. 11 children were signed in and 12 children were present. 2 of the signed in children had not been at the daycare today. Time of arrival was not documented. NOTE: This was corrected by Director during inspection. Director modified the log to reflect the accurate names and number of children present.

    Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

  • Medium

    746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations

    Immunization records for 2 out of 6 records reviewed were not available for review. Immunization records for 2 out of the 6 records were not up to date. NOTE: Immunization records of 1 child were brought in by parent during inspection.

    Corrected by Aug 1, 2022

Feb 23, 2022 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium

    746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained

    Record of 1 child present during inspection was not available for review.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2022

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Jun 27, 2024 inspection noted: “A mop bucket with water was outside and accessible to children. *This was corrected at inspection when the mop bucket was removed and water was thrown out.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Dec 1, 2023 inspection noted: “An individual without a background check received Inspector upon arrival and was assisting with serving meals/kitchen duties during the inspection. NOTE:…” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Sep 8, 2023 inspection noted: “A notarized Affidavit was not available for review for one of the caregivers of the operation.” — what has changed since then?

Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error