Mickey's Learning Academy
923 N Saint Marie St, Mission, TX
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Little Explorers Education Center
- licensed capacity
- 46
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Little Explorers Education Center
Little Explorers Education Center is a licensed child care center in Mission, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 17, 2024, for up to 46 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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 8 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
- 46 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 | 46 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Explorers Education Center 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 Explorers Education Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 46 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1790783
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Transportation 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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May 20, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Two out three staff training records reviewed are missing trainings on food allergies and communicable diseases.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2026
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two out of six children's records reviewed are missing immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2026
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Children's Products Certification form was last signed on 02/02/2025.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2026
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
“Per operation, most recent fire inspection was conducted 12/2025. 12/2025 fire inspection report was not available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2026
- Jul 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“A caregiver was providing care for eight children in the infant room, ages 10mo-4yo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceed 18 months.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2025
Jul 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
“One caregiver was providing care for a total of 11 children ages 14mo to 7yo. One child 0-17mo, six children 18mo-4yo, and four children ages 5-13yo. Operation was over ratio by one child.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“One out of the two drivers for the operation does not have current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2025
Jan 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.5617(b) - Driver Has Current Driver's License
“Transportation driver has an expired driver's license and is missing transportation training. Note: During inspection provider made plan for when school resumes next week. A different caregiver with current DL and training was designated as driver for the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
“One of six children's files reviewed is missing admission, date, special needs statement and school information.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2025
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Last fire inspection was conducted on 12/23/2023. Note: Provider contacted the fire department during inspection. The inspector was requested, paid and scheduled for Monday 01/06/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2025
Jul 10, 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
Jul 2, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
“There was no additional employee/caregvier in the building during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“A 4-month-old was asleep on a bouncer and was completely covered with a blanket.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“There was no appropriate lighting during nap time as it was pitch black in the two classrooms being used by the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
746.2909(4) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway
“There were several cots being used by the children during naptime that were next to each other without any space between them. -”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The kitchen door was open which is a safety hazard since there was a knife and scissors at children's reach. There was loose vent that was not replaced properly which poses a safety hazard if it falls. Corrected at Inspection: The kitchen door was closed, and the vent was placed back properly.”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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Jan 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“There were 1-2 ceiling tiles with water stains in 4 classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Little Explorers Education Center
Is Little Explorers Education Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 17, 2024.
When was Little Explorers Education Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Explorers Education Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 8 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Little Explorers Education Center care for?
46, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Explorers Education Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Explorers Education Center'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 Little Explorers Education Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 205-2021 to ask.
What is Little Explorers Education Center's phone number?
(956) 205-2021.
Where is Little Explorers Education Center?
1242 E Business Highway 83 Ste 3, Mission, TX 78572. The nearest other daycare we list is Mission Early Head Start Academy, 0.7 miles away.