Little Paradise Academy
5516 N McColl Rd, Mcallen, TX
4.6· 40 reviews
Little Loves Educare
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About Little Loves Educare
Little Loves Educare is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 19, 2018, for up to 60 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 4 rules across 2 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
- 60 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 | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Loves Educare 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 Loves Educare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1668913
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Jul 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
“No activity plan was posted in afterschool area. Activty plan schedule was not followed for outdoor play time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Immunization record was not available for review in file.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
- Aug 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“The lights in the infant and prek room were off during naptime and there was insufficient natural light to allow for visual supervision. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider turned on flash light / lamp.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Napping equipment was not labeled with the correct child's name or assigned number.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2024
- Oct 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“One caregiver was providing care for 8 children ages 13mo - 2yo9mo. Age difference is over 18 months.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.401(8) - Posting Requirements - Telephone Numbers
“Emergency Numbers were not posted. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider printed, completed and posted emergency numbers form.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Last documented fire drill was conducted on 05/02/2023 and was completed in10 minutes. Per provider, last fire drill was conducted on 07/2023 but was not documented. No carbon monoxide detector checks have been conducted / documented for 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2023
Oct 25, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Six children's records were reviewed. One file is missing immunization records, a second file is missing health statement and a third file is missing immunization exemption affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Three out of five staff files reviewed are missing trainings on the following topics: -Hazardous Materials -Food Allergies -Administering Medications -Emergency Prepardness -Building and Physical Premises Safety -Communicable Diseases”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2022
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“Operational policies were reviewed are missing physical and outdoor activities policy.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022
Dec 6, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Last sanitation/health inspection was conducted on 1/30/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“Four out four staff training records reviewed completed Pediatric CPR training online, which does not include hands-on skill-based instruction, practice, and testing.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Little Loves Educare
Is Little Loves Educare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 19, 2018.
When was Little Loves Educare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Loves Educare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Loves Educare care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Loves Educare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Loves Educare'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 Loves Educare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 627-6035 to ask.
What is Little Loves Educare's phone number?
(956) 627-6035.
Where is Little Loves Educare?
3400 N McColl Rd Ste G, McAllen, TX 78501. The nearest other daycare we list is First United Methodist Church Day Care, 0.5 miles away.