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Mcallen, TX 78501 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Dreamers Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 82
- open each week
- 7 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2011
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About
About Little Dreamers Learning Academy
Little Dreamers Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 28, 2011, for up to 82 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open every day, 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen every dayOpens before 7 AMOpen until 11 PM
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
- 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 82 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
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 | 82 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Dreamers 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 Little Dreamers Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 82 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2011
- License number
- #1345006
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 3 visits
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 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 19, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Child/Caregiver ratio was deficient by 1 child in the toddler classroom. There were 12 children with a Specified Age Group of 2 years old, under the care of 1 caregiver. NOTE: Child/Caregiver ratio was corrected by a second caregiver joining the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“Three electrical outlets were observed without a cover and within reach of children as observed during the inspection. One outlet was in the infant classroom, the other outlets were in the pre-k classroom but toddlers were present. NOTE: Electrical outlets were covered during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual with a pending background check was observed caring for children in the infant classroom. Individual was counted in child/caregiver ratio. The operation hs not received notification from the CBCU that this individual's background check is eligible. NOTE: Individual left the operation during the inspection and a second caregiver joined the infant classroom to remain in child/caregiver ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
746.3317(8) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
“Food was observed uncovered in the refrigerator to include a plate with pasta, cut pineapple, three sandwiches, and a cut banana. NOTE: Food was removed and thrown away by Director during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“Two caregivers had expired CPR and 1st aid trainings. 8 caregiver files were reviewed. Caregiver #1 Training expired 2/2023. Caregiver #2 Training expired 12/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
- Nov 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
“3 children were observed to be using electronic devices for purposes not related to planned activities. NOTE: This was corrected by devices being put away and caregiver transitioning to a planned activity.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“A 14 month old infant was in the same group of children as a 4 year old, under the care of 1 caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2022
- Nov 16, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
Sep 29, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3207(3) - Nighttime Requirements - Cot, Bed or Mattress for 18 mos or older
“A child was observed asleep on the floor during nighttime hours of operation. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection. Child was provided with a sleeping mat.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2022
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Personnel record for one out of two records reviewed was incomplete.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2022
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
“Children were watching a movie (cartoon) not related to planned activities while in care at the operation. NOTE: Television was turned off by caregiver. Planned activities were resumed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2022
- Nov 9, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 28, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two children's files did not have a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
“A caregiver did not have the 24 hours of PreService Training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“-The outdoor play area used by the children was observed with more than 16 cigarette butts on the ground. There were reds ants and exposed tree roots which are a tripping hazard for the children during outdoor play. -There were paint cans underneath the hand washing sink used by the children. Corrected at Inspection: A safety latch for the cabinet door was installed during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“The Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills is not being maintained since the drills for September 2021 conducted were not documented. Corrected at Inspection: The safety documentation was updated.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
“The activity plans posted in the infant room and after school room did not have a current date. The activity plans in the PreK and toddler room did not have a date.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
746.2431(5) - Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
“The Infant Daily Report did not include the section, Summary of Activities.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Little Dreamers Learning Academy
Is Little Dreamers Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 28, 2011.
When was Little Dreamers Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Dreamers Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
No. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists no cited rules in its 3 visits in the last 3 years. 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 Little Dreamers Learning Academy care for?
82, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Dreamers Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Dreamers Learning Academy's hours?
Every day, 6:45 AM to 11:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Dreamers Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 686-9300 to ask.
What is Little Dreamers Learning Academy's phone number?
(956) 686-9300.
Where is Little Dreamers Learning Academy?
1801 S 5th St Ste 106, McAllen, TX 78503. The nearest other daycare we list is Easter Seals Child Development, 0.7 miles away.