Kiddie Academy
1814 E Griffin Pkwy, Mission, TX
5.0· 49 reviews
Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 49
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care
Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care is a licensed child care center in Mission, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 5, 2019, for up to 49 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 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 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
- 49 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 | 49 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care 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 Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 49 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1692028
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 10 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Mar 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 5, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“There were no time sheets available for review for the director and two caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2026
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
“An infant was served their afternoon snack on a bare table. Note: This was addressed with the caregiver and a napkin was provided to place the snack on.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2026
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 of 6 children's records reviewed was missing the child's updated immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2026
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The Children's products certification form was not current. The date on the form was 9/12/2024. Note: The children's products certification form was updated during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“An infant sitting at a kidney table did not have the safety straps fastened.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2026
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
“A caregiver was caring for 8 children of varying ages in the infant room during naptime. The ages of the children were two infants between 12-17 months of age, two toddler children, three pre-k children, and one school aged child. According to the ratio chart when 12 or fewer children are in care two caregivers are required to supervise the group of children due to the ages of the children. Note: A second caregiver stepped into the infant room during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2026
Feb 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The firs-aid kit in both transportation vehicles were missing a thermometer, and scissors. The first-aid kit available in the center was missing tweezers.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2025
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing mat used in the infant room had a polyester cover. The cover created the surface of the mat to become absorbent and hard to sanitize. Note: This was corrected during the inspection as the cover was removed from the diaper changing mat.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Six children's files were reviewed. All files are missing the updated water activities information including the children's ability to swim details and special care information. Three out of six files reviewed are missing updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2024
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“Last fire drill and smoke/CO detectors and fire extinguisher checks were documented 12/14/2023. Per provider checks and fire drill were conducted on 1/25/2024 but were not documented. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider documented the fire drill and checks from 01/2024.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Six staff files were reviewed and the following information was not available for review at the time of inspection: -Transportation training for Director -16 to 24 hour of pre-service training for 3 caregivers - 1 to 4 hours of annual trainings for 2 caregivers including trainings of safe sleep and abuse/neglect”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2024
746.2417(1) - Activities for Infants - Outdoor Play Daily
“Infant-age children have not particpated in outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2024
- Jan 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 8 earlier visits
- Oct 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“Based on the information obtained during DFPS investigation it was determined a child was left unattended in a vehicle.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2023
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“Based on the information obtained during DFPS investigation it was determined staff place children in highchairs as a form of discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2023
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the information obtained during DFPS investigation it was determined a child was involved in an incident that raised to the level of neglect under the care of the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2023
- Aug 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
“Some of the napping mats were touching each other leaving insufficient space for staff to walk in between the mats.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Training on SIDS / Shaken Baby was not available for review for two out of six staff training records evaluated during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2023
- May 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 20, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Five children's records were reviewed. One files is missing emergency contact name, address and telephone number. A second file is missing immunization records and emergency food allergy plan and/or statement child no longer has a food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2022
745.621(b)(3) - Renewal background checks submitted - When change in role requires subject to have fingerprint-based check now instead of only name-based TX check
“The role of a volunteer changed to an employee role two months ago. Operation has not submitted a renewal background check with the employee's current role.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2022
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Upon arrival the TV in the toddler room was on and playing about indoor skydiving. There were children ages 18mo-2yo in the classroom. Note: This was corrected at inspection when TV was turned off.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Last Fire Inspection was conducted on 12/7/2020.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2022
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Feeding instructions for a child no yet eating table food were last reviewed and signed by parent on 02/28/2022.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Five staff files were reviewed: one staff members is missing 10 hours of annual training and a second staff member is missing 8 hours of annual trainings including trainings on the following topics: Management Hazardous materials Food allergies Administering medications Emergency Preparedness Building and Safety Premises Safety Communicable Diseases”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2022
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“Transportation binder taken during routes is missing list of the children being transported, authorization to be transported and receive medical attention during emergencies and children's emergency contact other than the parent.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care
Is Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 5, 2019.
When was Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 3 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care care for?
49, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care'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 Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 997-0552 to ask.
What is Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care's phone number?
(956) 997-0552.
Where is Little Harvard Educational Center Preschool and Day Care?
1909 W Mile 3 Rd Ste 100-300, Mission, TX 78573. The nearest other daycare we list is Sunrise Learning Academy, 0.1 miles away.