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Instituto Mexico En Texas
- licensed capacity
- 185
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About Instituto Mexico En Texas
Instituto Mexico En Texas is a licensed child care center in Mission, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 27, 2018, for up to 185 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 185 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 185 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Instituto Mexico En Texas 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.
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 Instituto Mexico En Texas
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 185 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1671292
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 18, 2025: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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Dec 18, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
“Emergency practices form was reviewed: last fire drill was documented on 07/2025 and last CO detector and fire extinguisher checks on 8/2025. Per provider a fire drill was conducted last month but was not documented. Note: This was corrected at inspection when fire drill was documented and provider conducted a CO detector and fire extinguisher check during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“A gas leak inspection has not been conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2026
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Operation has not completed the annual children's products certification.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Three out of ten children's records reviewed are missing immunization records. One file is missing allergy plan including the symptoms and steps to take during an emergency.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2026
- Aug 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Last fire drill was documented on 6/14/2024 and last CO detector and fire extinguinsher checks were documented on 6/17/2024. No lock down drills were documented for the year of 2024. Per provider last fire drill was conducted on 11/2024 but was not documented. Note: CO detector and fire extinguisher checks were conducted and documented by provider during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2025
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“One out of ten staff files reviewed is missing copy of high school diploma or equivalent.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Ten children's records were reviewed. One file is missing emergency food allergy plan, a second file is missing immunization records and a third file is missing hearing / vision screening.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
- Aug 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jul 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“An infant was observed asleep with a boppy pillow in a crib. Note: This was addressed with the caregiver and the boppy pillow was removed from the crib.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
Feb 13, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“A caregiver completed pediatric CPR training online.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2024
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Three of ten personnel records reviewed were mising annual training in the following topics: A caregiver with DOE 6/25/2021 was missing annual trianing in: (1)Emergency preparedness, and (2)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. A caregiver with a DOE 3/15/2021 was missing annual training in: (1)Emergency preparedness; (2)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and (3)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?). A caregiver with a DOE 11/25/2019 was missing annual training in the following topics: (1) Emergency preparedness; (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (3) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?); and (1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and (3) Understanding early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Several cans/bottles of disinfectant sprays were stored under a sink and on top of a sink. This posed a safety hazard as the cleaning supplies were within children reach. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the cleaning supplies were removed and stored in an area out of children's reach.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Loose fill surfacing (mulch) was not maintained at the proper depth of 6 inches for a play structure in the outdoor play area. The plastic underneath the mulch was visible in different areas.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2024
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“Am emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was not posted in two classrooms that children use. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as an emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was posted in both rooms.”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 15, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
“6 of 6 cribs in the infant room were supplemented with an additional mattress. Note: This additional mattress was removed from each crib during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“4 of 7 caregivers records reviewed were missing annual training on the following topics. Two caregivers were missing annual training on the following topics: (1) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (2) Administering medication,; and (3) 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. A third caregiver was missing annual training on the following topics for training year 11/01/2021 - 10/31/2022: (1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and (3) Understanding early childhood brain development (4) Emergency preparedness; (5) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (6) Administering medication,; (7) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (8) 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 (9) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?). A fourth caregiver was missing annual training on the following topics for training year 8/17/2021 - 8/16/2022: (1) Emergency preparedness; (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (3) Administering medication; (4) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (5) 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 (6) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2023
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“Safety straps were not fastened for an infant using a bouncer seat in an infant room. 4 children sitting at a kidney shaped table were did not have a safety strap fastened. Chairs to the kidney shaped table were missing the safety straps in a second infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2023
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing mat in an infant room and a toddler room were observed torn. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as both diaper changing mats were replaced with new mats.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director was missing annual training on the following topics: (1) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (2) Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with 746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?); (3) 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 (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?). The Second director was missing annual training on the following topics: (1) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (2) Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with 746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?); (3) 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;”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2023
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“The fire extinguisher in the transportation vehicle was not currently serviced. The service date on the tag was January 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“4 of 6 Children's files reviewed were missing the child's immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2023
Aug 19, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Two caregivers and a staff were allowed to be present in the operation and have director contact with children in care prior to the operation receiving notice from the CBCU (Centralized Background Check Unit) regarding the person s eligibility. Note: Person left the operation during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
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Mar 11, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
“The original training certificate for a training completed was not available for review for the director and a caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2022
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing mats were observed torn in two different classrooms. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the diaper changing mats were replaced.”
Corrected during the visit
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies reviewed were missing the following information: The Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan): (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the missing information was added to the operational policies.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“3 of 10 children's files reviewed were missing the children's immunization record. 2 of 10 children's files reviewed were missing the children's vision and hearing screening results.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2022
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“2 of 10 employees files reviewed were missing the caregivers education documentation. 3 of 10 employees files reviewed did not have the caregivers education documentation translated into English for education received outside of the United States.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2022
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“An infant's written feeding instructions were not current. The date on the feeding instructions reviewed was 2/04/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2022
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“4 of 10 Personnel files reviewed were missing annual training clock hours. A caregiver with DOE 1/29/2021 was missing 5 clock hours of annual training. A caregiver with DOE 2/01/2018 was missing 1 clock hour of annual training in prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment. A caregiver with DOE 8/17/2020 was missing 6 clock hours of annual training. A caregiver with DOE 8/16/2019 was missing 5 clock hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2022
Nov 4, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Screen time activity was being provided to a group of toddlers in an infant room. The children were observed sitting around a kidney shaped table watching nursery rhymes on a phone. Three of the five toddlers were under the age of 2 years. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the phone was stored away and children were provided with age appropriate toys.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 13, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“Two cribs in use were not numbered or labeled with the infant's name. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the cribs were labeled with the infant's name.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Two Pre-k classrooms and the afterschool room were out of ratio. A caregiver was caring for 16 pre-k children. In a second pre-k room a caregiver was caring for 17 pre-k children. The specified age of the children in each pre-k group was 3 years of age. According to the ratio chart the maximum number of children a caregiver may supervise is 15 children. In the afterschool room a caregiver was caring for 21 children of varying ages. The specified age of the children in that group was 4 years of age. According to the ratio chart the maximum number of children one caregiver may supervise is 18 children. Note: Changes were made during the inspection and additional caregivers stepped in the rooms to meet child/caregiver ratios.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2021
746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
“There was no crib in an infant room for an infant under 12 months of age. A total of 6 infants under 12 months of age were present in the room and only 5 cribs available. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as an additional crib was provided in the infant room.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Instituto Mexico En Texas
Is Instituto Mexico En Texas licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 27, 2018.
When was Instituto Mexico En Texas last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on December 18, 2025, with 4 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Instituto Mexico En Texas had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Instituto Mexico En Texas care for?
185, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Instituto Mexico En Texas accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Instituto Mexico En Texas' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Instituto Mexico En Texas cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 424-7282 to ask.
What is Instituto Mexico En Texas' phone number?
(956) 424-7282.
Where is Instituto Mexico En Texas?
3707 Plantation Grove Blvd #1, Mission, TX 78572. The nearest other daycare we list is Kaleidoscope ll Early Childhood Learning K.C., 1.7 miles away.