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ABC's Children's College

2313 Harvey St Ste 101&102, McAllen, TX 78501
licensed capacity
90
open each week
6 days
a week, county median
$144
year first permitted
2013

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About ABC's Children's College

ABC's Children's College is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 20, 2013, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpen until 9 PM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
90 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity90 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

ABC's Children's College has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hidalgo County has a median price of $144 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Hidalgo County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$144
Home daycare$131

Toddler

Center$136
Home daycare$126

Preschool

Center$133
Home daycare$124

School age

Center$126
Home daycare$120

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for ABC's Children's College

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
90 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2013
License number
#1503683
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 17, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 4 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1

For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Mar 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Feb 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 11, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.4003(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired

      “Antisepectic solution and wipes are expired. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider brought a new first aid kit to the operation that has new antiseptic wipes.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary

      “Expired food items were observed in the kitchen including tortillas and canned food. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed the food items from the operation.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

      “Trash can in the toddler was uncovered, there were diapers inside the trash can. Note: This was corrected at inspection when trash can was replaced with one with a lid.”

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Sep 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 5, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  7. Jun 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 16, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center

      “Menu posted is dated 5-8 to 5-13. Per provider dates were entered incorrectly, however, food items served during lunch do not match menu. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider updates dates and food items served.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      “Children's Products Certification posted was last reviewed / signed on 04/05/2020.”

      The state verified the correction on May 26, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “Eight children's files were reviewed. Four files are missing admission date, two emergency contact address, two health statements, four immunization records, three operational policies received statement and one file was not available for review at the time of inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on May 26, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver

      “Toddler - Prek Classroom does not follow the daily schedule. Class remained indoors playing with blocks while schedule indicates children have outdoor time from 10-10:45AM. Infant Room does not have a written activity plan and daily schedule does not include outdoor play.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      “One out of four staff files reviewed is missing 12 hours of annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on May 24, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

      “Trash cans within the restrooms do not have lids.”

      The state verified the correction on May 17, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion

      “A staff member was present at operation and responsible for caring for children. Employee has not completed high school education or equivalent.”

      The state verified the correction on May 18, 2023

  9. Dec 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Nov 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
  1. Nov 17, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

      “A child was observing playing with a tablet during nap time.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children

      “There were four children in the infant room, two children in the 4-5 room and 8 children napping in the toddler room. Only one staff member was present to supervise all classrooms.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      “One infant age child and three infant age children were asleep in high chairs.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022

  2. Nov 16, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation staff has not demonstrated competency to perform assigned duties such as providing a consistent positive environment for children and comforting young children.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2022

    • Other rulesHigh risk

      746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

      “Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, Director has failed to provide leadership and demonstrate an understand of Minimum Standards. This has resulted in high-risk deficiencies including safe sleep and supervision.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance

      “Based on information obtained during the course the investigation operation has not maintained consistent staff attendance records.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2022

  3. Jul 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 12, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

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

      “One out of five children's files reviewed is missing immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2022

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age

      “Six out of twelve children napping were napping directly on the carpet. Mats were labeled with different children's names and solid color mats did not have a way to differentiate the floor from the napping side.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 29, 2022

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about ABC's Children's College

Is ABC's Children's College licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 20, 2013.

When was ABC's Children's College last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has ABC's Children's College had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 3 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can ABC's Children's College care for?

90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does ABC's Children's College accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are ABC's Children's College's hours?

Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does ABC's Children's College cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 630-1622 to ask.

What is ABC's Children's College's phone number?

(956) 630-1622.

Where is ABC's Children's College?

2313 Harvey St Ste 101&102, McAllen, TX 78501. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Beginnings Daycare and Preschool, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).