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Covenant Christian Academy
- licensed capacity
- 187
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $136
- year first permitted
- 2006
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About
About Covenant Christian Academy
Covenant Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 21, 2006, for up to 187 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 187 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 187 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Covenant Christian Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Hidalgo County has a median price of $136 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$144
Home daycare$131
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$126
Preschool
Center$133
Home daycare$124
School age
Center$126
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Covenant Christian Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 187 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2006
- License number
- #851759
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 18, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safety and hazards 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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- Dec 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 8, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“4 staff records were reviewed and are missing the following trainngs: 1) All annual trainings 2) Allergies 3) All annual training 4) All annual training”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2025
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“A current health inspection was not available for review. Last health inspection was dated 9-15-23.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2025
- Feb 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“There were two groups of toddlers in an elevated table that were not securely strapped. The seats were missing the safety straps.”
Corrected during the visit
Jan 26, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“Three ceiling tiles in three classrooms were observed with water stains. Corrected at Inspection: The ceiling tiles were replaced during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
“A teacher/caregiver hired on 9/2022 did not have the required 24 hours of Preservice training.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2023
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“A teacher/caregiver completed pediatric CPR training online without hands-on skill-based instruction, and practice.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2023
- Oct 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 2, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Three teachers were allowed to be present at the operation without a background check eligibility result. Note: The teachers were removed from the classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2022
Aug 31, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Based on the information gathered during the investigation, it was determined a child was unattended outside the classroom during drop off time.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Three teachers did not have the following training topics: - Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; --Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and -- Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Covenant Christian Academy
Is Covenant Christian Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 21, 2006.
When was Covenant Christian Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on December 18, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Covenant Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 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 Covenant Christian Academy care for?
187, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Covenant Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Covenant Christian Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:20 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Covenant Christian Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 686-7886 to ask.
What is Covenant Christian Academy's phone number?
(956) 686-7886.
Where is Covenant Christian Academy?
4201 N Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78504. The nearest other daycare we list is Loving Angels Child Development Center, 0.4 miles away.