Lil Leaders Learning Academy
1000 E Bus Highway 83 Ste I Ste J, Pharr, TX
Kids First Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 36
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Kids First Learning Academy
Kids First Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Pharr, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 25, 2022, for up to 36 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 36 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids First Learning Academy 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 Kids First Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1727895
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 28, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Jan 28, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The Children's Product Certification has not been certified since 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, determined the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2026
Feb 25, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
“In the infant room there a labeled diaper rash cream in another childs bin. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection when caregiver removed the diaper rash cream from the bin and disposed of it in the garbage bin.”
Corrected during the visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“There was a caregiver at the center that had a deactivated background check. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver was sent home.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2025
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“Fire inspection has expired, it has not been conducted since 3/27/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2025
746.3317(10) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Poisonous/Toxic Materials Stored Separate from Food
“In the kitchen counter top there were cleaning supplies were food is prepped. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver stored the cleaning supplies away from the area where food is prepped.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
“One of the 4 employee records reviewed is missing the application form that includes date of employment.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2024
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Two of the four employee records are missing annual trainings: Hazardous materials, allergic reactions, medical administrations, building safety, communicable diseases, emergency preparedness, 1 hour abuse/neglect,”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
Apr 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“In the outdoor playground area there was a broken toy accessible to the children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed the toy from the playground area and disposed of it in the large garbage bin outside of the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“Fire inspection is expired, the date the fire inspection was last conducted was on October 25, 2021.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2023
- Mar 16, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 20, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
“Employees list was posted but had not been updated to have the new employees on the list. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the list was updated and posted on the wall.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
“The outdoor area was inspected and was not kept in a sanitary manner. Leaves were all over the play area on top of toys making the toys to be unsanitary for the children to use. There were spider webs in the play structure.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022
- Sep 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2022VisitNo rules cited
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Mar 30, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“While reviewing staff records the following was missing: 4 out of the 4 staff records were missing the employment date. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver wrote down the date of employment. 1 out of the 4 staff records had an expired driver's license. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director made a copy of the new driver's license and put it in the staff's file. 2 out of 4 staff files needed to fill out the orientation section on form 2947. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director filled out the section.”
Corrected during the visit
746.401(5) - Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
“Activity plan and daily menu was not posted with required postings for parents to see.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2022
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Student records were reviewed during inspection the following documents were missing: 2 out of 4 student records were missing a statement of the child s health from a health-care professional. 1 out of 4 student records was missing Immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2022
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Child was observed on incorrect mat that was not labeled with the child's name. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver moved the child to the mat labeled with the child's name.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 1, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2022
Jan 26, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
“Operation did not have the most recent licensing form posted. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director printed the form 2936 and posted it on the parent notification wall at the entrance of the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
746.201(6) - Background Checks Kept Confidential
“Back ground check was missing from 4 out of 4 staff files. NOTE: Director printed out the background checks for 4 out of the 4 missing employee background forms.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 20, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“Garbage bins in two restrooms did not have a lid on them making garbage accessible to children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed the garbage bins from the restrooms.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 4, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Four personnel files were reviewed. One file is missing high school diploma and statement regarding center /personnel and orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2021
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Operation has a 5ft tall play structure surrounded by 1-4 inches of gravel.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2021
Oct 5, 2021Inspection10 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Operation has a 5ft tall play structure surrounded by 1-3 inches of gravel.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.3701(9) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“There is a TV in the prek room that is not anchored.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.2411(2)(A) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
“Two out of three play-yards in the infant room have 2-4in space between the mattress and edge of the play yard.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“Three out of the six bucket seats in the infant room are missing safety straps. One of the seats without straps was used by a child during lunch.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
“Infant daily schedule is missing morning and afternoon outdoor play and tummy time. Toddler's daily schedule is missing 30 minutes of physical and outdoor activity. PreK daily schedule is missing 30 min of physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.1303(1) - Orientation-Minimum Standards
“Operation does not have an Orientation Curriculum.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Last fire inspection was conducted on March 5, 2019.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Four personnel files were reviewed. Files need to be updated to reflect new ownership. One file is missing hired date statement regarding center/personnel and orientation. A second file is missing hired date and center policies statement. A third file is missing hired date, high school diploma and statement regarding center /personnel and orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“Operation Policies were reviewed and the following is missing: -Inspect repellent and sunscreen policy -Parent participation policy -policy regarding vision and hearing screening -safe sleep policy -physical and outdoor activity policy”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“Emergency Preparedness Plan was reviewed and the following items are missing: -Lock Down Procedure -Indications of how children under the age of 24months and children with limited mobility will be evacuated / relocated -How children will be accounted for -What document ion will be taken during evacuation / relocation -How will staff continue the care of children”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Kids First Learning Academy
Is Kids First Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 25, 2022.
When was Kids First Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 28, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids First Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Kids First Learning Academy care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids First Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kids First Learning Academy's 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 Kids First Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 638-6988 to ask.
What is Kids First Learning Academy's phone number?
(956) 638-6988.
Where is Kids First Learning Academy?
225 W Park Ave, Pharr, TX 78577.