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1010 Expressway 83, Penitas, TX
L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 29
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool
L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool is a licensed child care center in Penitas, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 21, 2018, for up to 29 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 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 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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 29 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | 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 | 29 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool 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 L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 29 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1641604
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 5, 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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- Aug 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
“The operation does not have a Transportation Emergency Plan.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
“The Sheltering Drill for Severe weather and Lock down drill was not conducted four times in the calendar year, 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
Nov 9, 2022Inspection3 rules 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 the child who had not been sign in.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“There were no infant feeding instructions for two infants.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
746.2431(4) - Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood
“The infant daily report did not include Activities and Mood.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
Dec 7, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two children's records did not have a health statement in file.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor play area was observed with some trash. Corrected at Inspection: The trash was picked up during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool
Is L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 21, 2018.
When was L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 5, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool 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 L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool care for?
29, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool'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 L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 424-6948 to ask.
What is L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool's phone number?
(956) 424-6948.
Where is L.J.C. Childcare and Preschool?
508 Expressway 83, Penitas, TX 78576.