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Little Dreamers Learning Academy

1801 S 5TH ST STE 106, Mcallen TX 78503-2919 · License #1345006 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 82 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Jun 10, 2026
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Director
Sofia Hinojosa
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Address
1801 S 5TH ST STE 106, Mcallen TX 78503-2919 · Directions

Hours

Mon06:45 AM-11:00 PM
Tue06:45 AM-11:00 PM
Wed06:45 AM-11:00 PM
Thu06:45 AM-11:00 PM
Fri06:45 AM-11:00 PM
Sat06:45 AM-11:00 PM
Sun06:45 AM-11:00 PM

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareBefore School CareMeals ProvidedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedDrop-In CarePart Time CareTransportation to/from SchoolWeekend CareNight Care

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 82 children
5
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
5
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
6
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

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

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Jun 10, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 8, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 8, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Sep 7, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Aug 2, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 19, 2023 — Inspection
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • 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

Nov 30, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Nov 18, 2022 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • 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

Oct 21, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Sep 29, 2022 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • 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

Nov 9, 2021 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Oct 28, 2021 — Inspection
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • 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

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Jul 19, 2023 inspection noted: “An individual with a pending background check was observed caring for children in the infant classroom. Individual was counted in child/caregiver ratio. The ope…” — what has changed since then?

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