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Kids First Learning Academy
225 W PARK AVE, Pharr TX 78577-4742 · License #1727895 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Joyce Anzaldua
- Phone
- (956) 638-6988
- Website
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- Address
- 225 W PARK AVE, Pharr TX 78577-4742 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 36 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
The Children's Product Certification has not been certified since 2022.
Corrected by Feb 5, 2026
- Medium Low
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, determined the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2026
- Medium High
746.3317(10) · Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Poisonous/Toxic Materials Stored Separate from Food
In the kitchen counter top there were cleaning supplies were food is prepped. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver stored the cleaning supplies away from the area where food is prepped.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2025
- High
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
There was a caregiver at the center that had a deactivated background check. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver was sent home.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2025
- Medium
746.3501(5) · Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
In the infant room there a labeled diaper rash cream in another childs bin. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection when caregiver removed the diaper rash cream from the bin and disposed of it in the garbage bin.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2025
- Medium High
746.5101(b) · Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Fire inspection has expired, it has not been conducted since 3/27/2023.
Corrected by Mar 11, 2025
- Medium Low
746.901(1) · Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
One of the 4 employee records reviewed is missing the application form that includes date of employment.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- Medium
746.1309(e) · Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Two of the four employee records are missing annual trainings: Hazardous materials, allergic reactions, medical administrations, building safety, communicable diseases, emergency preparedness, 1 hour abuse/neglect,
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Medium
746.4751(b) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
In the outdoor playground area there was a broken toy accessible to the children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed the toy from the playground area and disposed of it in the large garbage bin outside of the operation.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2023
- Medium High
746.5101(b) · Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Fire inspection is expired, the date the fire inspection was last conducted was on October 25, 2021.
Corrected by Apr 10, 2023
- Medium High
746.4751(a) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
The outdoor area was inspected and was not kept in a sanitary manner. Leaves were all over the play area on top of toys making the toys to be unsanitary for the children to use. There were spider webs in the play structure.
Corrected by Nov 3, 2022
- Medium Low
746.401(9) · Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
Employees list was posted but had not been updated to have the new employees on the list. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the list was updated and posted on the wall.
Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
- Medium
746.4503(b) · Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Child was observed on incorrect mat that was not labeled with the child's name. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver moved the child to the mat labeled with the child's name.
Corrected by Mar 30, 2022
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
While reviewing staff records the following was missing: 4 out of the 4 staff records were missing the employment date. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver wrote down the date of employment. 1 out of the 4 staff records had an expired driver's license. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director made a copy of the new driver's license and put it in the staff's file. 2 out of 4 staff files needed to fill out the orientation section on form 2947. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director filled out the section.
Corrected by Mar 30, 2022
- Medium
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
Student records were reviewed during inspection the following documents were missing: 2 out of 4 student records were missing a statement of the child s health from a health-care professional. 1 out of 4 student records was missing Immunization record.
Corrected by Apr 13, 2022
- Medium
746.401(5) · Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
Activity plan and daily menu was not posted with required postings for parents to see.
Corrected by Apr 6, 2022
- Medium Low
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2022
- Medium
746.401(2) · Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
Operation did not have the most recent licensing form posted. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director printed the form 2936 and posted it on the parent notification wall at the entrance of the operation.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2022
- Medium
746.201(6) · Background Checks Kept Confidential
Back ground check was missing from 4 out of 4 staff files. NOTE: Director printed out the background checks for 4 out of the 4 missing employee background forms.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2022
- Medium High
746.3407(8) · Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Garbage bins in two restrooms did not have a lid on them making garbage accessible to children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed the garbage bins from the restrooms.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2021
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
Four personnel files were reviewed. One file is missing high school diploma and statement regarding center /personnel and orientation.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
- Medium High
746.4907(d) · Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Operation has a 5ft tall play structure surrounded by 1-4 inches of gravel.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2021
- Medium High
746.5202(1) · Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
Emergency Preparedness Plan was reviewed and the following items are missing: -Lock Down Procedure -Indications of how children under the age of 24months and children with limited mobility will be evacuated / relocated -How children will be accounted for -What document ion will be taken during evacuation / relocation -How will staff continue the care of children
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Medium High
746.1303(1) · Orientation-Minimum Standards
Operation does not have an Orientation Curriculum.
Corrected by Oct 11, 2021
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
Four personnel files were reviewed. Files need to be updated to reflect new ownership. One file is missing hired date statement regarding center/personnel and orientation. A second file is missing hired date and center policies statement. A third file is missing hired date, high school diploma and statement regarding center /personnel and orientation.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Medium High
746.4907(d) · Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Operation has a 5ft tall play structure surrounded by 1-3 inches of gravel.
Corrected by Oct 19, 2021
- Medium
746.2206(1) · Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
Infant daily schedule is missing morning and afternoon outdoor play and tummy time. Toddler's daily schedule is missing 30 minutes of physical and outdoor activity. PreK daily schedule is missing 30 min of physical activity.
Corrected by Oct 11, 2021
- High
746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Last fire inspection was conducted on March 5, 2019.
Corrected by Oct 22, 2021
- High
746.2411(2)(A) · Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
Two out of three play-yards in the infant room have 2-4in space between the mattress and edge of the play yard.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2021
- Medium High
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Three out of the six bucket seats in the infant room are missing safety straps. One of the seats without straps was used by a child during lunch.
Corrected by Oct 11, 2021
- Medium High
746.3701(9) · Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
There is a TV in the prek room that is not anchored.
Corrected by Oct 11, 2021
- Medium
746.501(a)(18) · Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Operation Policies were reviewed and the following is missing: -Inspect repellent and sunscreen policy -Parent participation policy -policy regarding vision and hearing screening -safe sleep policy -physical and outdoor activity policy
Corrected by Oct 11, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jan 28, 2026 inspection noted: “The Children's Product Certification has not been certified since 2022.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 22, 2026 inspection noted: “A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, determined the center had not reported the number of employees who left employ…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Feb 25, 2025 inspection noted: “In the kitchen counter top there were cleaning supplies were food is prepped. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver stored the c…” — what has changed since then?
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