Great Beginnings Child Care and Learning Center
1709 Brazos St, Zapata, TX
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AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $117
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary
AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary is a licensed child care center in Zapata, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 17, 2022, for up to 34 children, serving preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 34 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Zapata County has a median price of $117 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.
Infant
Center$126
Home daycare$115
Toddler
Center$119
Home daycare$111
Preschool
Center$117
Home daycare$110
School age
Center$111
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1728138
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 9, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected
- 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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- Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
“The childcare operation lacks a key/key code for building access during outdoor activities which poses a significant safety risk for children in the event of an emergency.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
May 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“An employee hired on 12/19/22 did not have an Orientation.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2023
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Two caregivers hired on 09/19/22 and 12/19/22 did not complete the 24 hours of Preservice Training.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
- Mar 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Nov 17, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The vent in the two classrooms was observed with dust and debris. There were children sitting near the vent who were coughing and sneezing. Corrected at Inspection: The vents were cleaned during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 14, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.403(b) - Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
“The Food Allergy Plan for a child diagnosed with a food allergy was not posted in the classroom. **The plan was posted in the classroom during the inspection. The Food Allergy Plan did not include possible symptoms if exposed to a food on the list; and the steps to take if the child has an allergic reaction.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2022
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
“A caregiver hired on 12/01/21 did not have the 24 hours of Pre-Service Training.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“Three employee records did not have documentation showing how the employee meets the education requirements. There was copy of an unofficial college transcript in the files.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 19, 2022
Feb 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
“The Licensing Inspection report, 10/21/21, was not posted. The current menu was not posted.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2022
Show 1 earlier visit
Oct 21, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.1015 - Director Qualifications - 13 or More Children
“Director qualifications were reviewed under standard 746.1015(2). The director is missing 3 college hours/50 clock hours in management.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2022
746.3427 - Pest Extermination
“The playground area was observed to have ant piles. NOTE: Pictures were taken of the ant pile.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2021
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“It was observed during the inspection the outdoor play area was not fenced.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary
Is AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 17, 2022.
When was AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 9, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 550-9784 to ask.
What is AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary's phone number?
(210) 550-9784.
Where is AVANCE Fidel & Andrea Villarreal Elementary?
805 Mira Flores Ave, Zapata, TX 78076. The nearest other daycare we list is Great Beginnings Child Care and Learning Center, 0.6 miles away.