Childrens Imagination Academy
1036 E Goodwin Rd, Palmview, TX
3.7· 3 reviews
Kids Joy Academy
- licensed capacity
- 28
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Kids Joy Academy
Kids Joy Academy is a licensed child care center in Palmview, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 10, 2022, for up to 28 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 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
- 28 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 | 28 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids Joy 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 Joy Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 28 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1730742
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Food and nutrition 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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- Feb 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 4, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
“Two plates with milk and cereal that were served to children for breakfast were observed in the afterschool room.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
“The menu posted in the kitchen and front lobby did not include the substitutions made. The menu being rotated did not include a current date. The dates on both menus posted were April 2025 and October 2025. Note: This was corrected during the inspection as the substitutions made and current dates were added to the menus.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“A television observed on top of a children's shelf in the afterschool room was not anchored. Note: This was corrected during the inspection as the television was removed from the room and stored in the office area.”
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Four school-aged children did not wash their hands prior to eating their afternoon snack. Note: This was addressed with the caregiver and children were directed to wash their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“A caregiver conducting transportation during inspection did not have current training in Transportation Safety. The training certificate available for review was last completed on February 14, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2025
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policies reviewed did not include the operation's procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2025
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
“Children in the after-school room and toddler room were served their afternoon snack on a bare table. Note: This was addressed with the caregivers and children were provided napkins to place their snack on.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025
Apr 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
“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
Jun 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The ceiling tiles and vents in the operation were observed clean. There were red ants in the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2023
May 23, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There was an electrical cord from a radio hanging over a child during naptime. Note: The radio was removed during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2023
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“There was no authorization form for emergency medical transport and treatment for 7 children who are transported from school to the child care operation. Corrected at Inspection: The missing information was placed in the transportation binder.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A classroom was observed with a large brown water stain on a ceiling tile. A vent in a classroom used by the children was observed with dust and debris.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2023
- Nov 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 2, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
“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
- Apr 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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Mar 22, 2022Inspection1 rule 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
“The list of employee was not current. Corrected: The employee list was updated.”
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 1, 2022
- Jan 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 2, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The director did not have a current Transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2021
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There were numerous holes on the wooden fence in the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Kids Joy Academy
Is Kids Joy Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 10, 2022.
When was Kids Joy Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids Joy Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 5 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 Joy Academy care for?
28, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids Joy Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kids Joy 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 Joy Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 598-7330 to ask.
What is Kids Joy Academy's phone number?
(956) 598-7330.
Where is Kids Joy Academy?
1250 N FM 492 Ste 5, Palmview, TX 78574. The nearest other daycare we list is Childrens Imagination Academy, 0.5 miles away.