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Little Dreamers Learning Academy
1801 S 5TH ST STE 106, Mcallen TX 78503-2919 · License #1345006 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Sofia Hinojosa
- Phone
- (956) 686-9300
- Website
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- Address
- 1801 S 5TH ST STE 106, Mcallen TX 78503-2919 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 82 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- High
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An individual with a pending background check was observed caring for children in the infant classroom. Individual was counted in child/caregiver ratio. The operation hs not received notification from the CBCU that this individual's background check is eligible. NOTE: Individual left the operation during the inspection and a second caregiver joined the infant classroom to remain in child/caregiver ratio.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Medium High
746.3701(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Three electrical outlets were observed without a cover and within reach of children as observed during the inspection. One outlet was in the infant classroom, the other outlets were in the pre-k classroom but toddlers were present. NOTE: Electrical outlets were covered during the inspection.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Medium High
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Child/Caregiver ratio was deficient by 1 child in the toddler classroom. There were 12 children with a Specified Age Group of 2 years old, under the care of 1 caregiver. NOTE: Child/Caregiver ratio was corrected by a second caregiver joining the classroom.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Medium High
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Two caregivers had expired CPR and 1st aid trainings. 8 caregiver files were reviewed. Caregiver #1 Training expired 2/2023. Caregiver #2 Training expired 12/2022.
Corrected by Jul 31, 2023
- Medium High
746.3317(8) · Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
Food was observed uncovered in the refrigerator to include a plate with pasta, cut pineapple, three sandwiches, and a cut banana. NOTE: Food was removed and thrown away by Director during the inspection.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Medium High
746.1605 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
A 14 month old infant was in the same group of children as a 4 year old, under the care of 1 caregiver.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
- Medium
746.2207(c)(1) · Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
3 children were observed to be using electronic devices for purposes not related to planned activities. NOTE: This was corrected by devices being put away and caregiver transitioning to a planned activity.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
- Medium
746.2207(c)(1) · Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Children were watching a movie (cartoon) not related to planned activities while in care at the operation. NOTE: Television was turned off by caregiver. Planned activities were resumed.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Medium High
746.3207(3) · Nighttime Requirements - Cot, Bed or Mattress for 18 mos or older
A child was observed asleep on the floor during nighttime hours of operation. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection. Child was provided with a sleeping mat.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
Personnel record for one out of two records reviewed was incomplete.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2022
- Medium
746.801(10) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
The Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills is not being maintained since the drills for September 2021 conducted were not documented. Corrected at Inspection: The safety documentation was updated.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2021
- Medium
746.2205(a)(1) · Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
The activity plans posted in the infant room and after school room did not have a current date. The activity plans in the PreK and toddler room did not have a date.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
- Medium
746.603(a)(3) · Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children's files did not have a health statement.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2021
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
-The outdoor play area used by the children was observed with more than 16 cigarette butts on the ground. There were reds ants and exposed tree roots which are a tripping hazard for the children during outdoor play. -There were paint cans underneath the hand washing sink used by the children. Corrected at Inspection: A safety latch for the cabinet door was installed during the inspection.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2021
- Medium High
746.1301(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
A caregiver did not have the 24 hours of PreService Training.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2021
- Medium
746.2431(5) · Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
The Infant Daily Report did not include the section, Summary of Activities.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
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