Blanca Gonzalez
San Marcos, TX 78666 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Giggle and Grow San Marcos
- licensed capacity
- 74
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Giggle and Grow San Marcos
Giggle and Grow San Marcos is a licensed child care center in San Marcos, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 1, 2024, for up to 74 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 74 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 74 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Giggle and Grow San Marcos has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hays County has a median price of $202 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$202
Home daycare$181
Toddler
Center$189
Home daycare$172
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$170
School age
Center$173
Home daycare$160
State record
Inspection reports for Giggle and Grow San Marcos
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 74 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1792480
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 10 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 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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- Jun 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 28, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The annual sanitation inspection was due on 4/22/2026.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2026
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“The emergency practice log was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The annual fire inspection was due on 5/1/2026.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2026
746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
“The operation is not following the CACFP guidelines by only serving one food component for the morning and afternoon snacks.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
“Three caregivers were missing the training certificate for the required health and safety topics.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing an infants diaper. This was corrected when the caregiver washed her hands.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2026
- Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 30, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“The restroom used for stand up diaper changing in the 12-24 month group had two uncovered electrical outlets at the child's level. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver replaced the two missing outlet covers.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“One infant in care did not have a feeding form available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child's record was missing an updated immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2025
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Four staff members were missing required annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
Feb 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors have not been inspected monthly.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One caregiver was present without an active background check. The caregiver left during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2025
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The fire drills, lock down drills, and sheltering drills have not been documented.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2025
Jul 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“One child's immunization record was not up-to-date.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2024
- May 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“The outdoor fence height measured in various areas between 3 ft. 3 in. and 3 ft. 11 in.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Giggle and Grow San Marcos
Is Giggle and Grow San Marcos licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 1, 2024.
When was Giggle and Grow San Marcos last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Giggle and Grow San Marcos had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 5 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Giggle and Grow San Marcos care for?
74, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Giggle and Grow San Marcos accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Giggle and Grow San Marcos' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Giggle and Grow San Marcos cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 392-3150 to ask.
What is Giggle and Grow San Marcos' phone number?
(512) 392-3150.
Where is Giggle and Grow San Marcos?
2411 Hunter Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666. The nearest other daycare we list is SuperStars Enrichment @ Hernandez, 0.3 miles away.