Grandmas Academy
140A FM 2838, Mexia, TX
Maria Villatoro-Ventura
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $122
- year first permitted
- 2013
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About
About Maria Villatoro-Ventura
Maria Villatoro-Ventura is a home daycare in Mexia, Texas. It is registered with the state (since August 20, 2013), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Maria Villatoro-Ventura has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Limestone County has a median price of $122 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$134
Home daycare$122
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Maria Villatoro-Ventura
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2013
- License number
- #1521679
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Safety and hazards 9
- Records and paperwork 5
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 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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- Apr 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
“There was a bottle of Clorox wipes on the floor within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the wipes were moved.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2026
747.5113 - Installation of Smoke Detectors
“The smoke detector in the kitchen, which is a room used by children, was beeping.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026
- Mar 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 5, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
“The primary caregiver did not have any trainings for the 2024-2025 training year.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026
747.905(2) - Personnel Records for Household Members - Orientation
“One household member who was not counted in ratio was missing documentation of orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2026
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The CPSC form was last signed 5/15/24. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver signed the form verifying that she has reviewed the recall list.”
Corrected during the visit
747.401(a)(6) - Posting Requirements-Licensing Notices
“The permit renewal letter and employee list were not posted.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2026
747.5113 - Installation of Smoke Detectors
“Two of the smoke detectors in the home were beeping and needed new batteries. One of the smoke detector's batteries was changed during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Out of four children's files reviewed, one child was missing an emergency contact, two were missing a parent's signature agreeing to the parent handbook, one was missing a health statement, two were missing immunization records, one was missing a medication administration log, and all four were missing sign-in and -out logs.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
“There was a bottle of Clorox wipes on a counter within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the bottle was moved to the top of the fridge.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
Mar 20, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“A dog in the home had a rabies vaccination that expired in February 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2025
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There was no fire drill recorded in February. This was corrected during the inspection when a fire drill was done and the children were able to exit the home in under three minutes.”
Corrected during the visit
747.1303(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Caregivers- Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR
“The primary caregiver's first aid and CPR training expired in August 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 29, 2025
- Jun 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 15, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During the inspection, an infant was watching television. This was corrected during the inspection when the primary caregiver was informed that children under two cannot watch television and the television was turned off.”
Corrected during the visit
747.1309(d) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours
“The primary caregiver did not have training certificates available for review for training in SIDS and Shaken Baby Syndrome, early childhood brain development, abuse and neglect, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases, administering medication, preventing emergencies due to allergic reactions, understanding building and physical premises safety, or handling hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2024
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“The dates of the most recent fire drill and tests for fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke detectors were not recorded. This was corrected during the inspection when the drills and tests were recorded.”
Corrected during the visit
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The children's product recall form had not been signed since 2022. This was corrected during the inspection when the primary caregiver signed a new form verifying that she reviewed the recall list.”
Corrected during the visit
747.3803(a)(1) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Guide to first aid and emergency care
“The first aid kit did not have a guide to first aid.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2024
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Out of four children's records reviewed, two did not have the admission date and four needed updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
747.401(a)(2) - Posting Requirements-Inspection Report
“The home's most recent licensing report was not posted.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2024
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“There were no infant feeding instructions for an infant who was still on formula.”
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2024
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“A cat in the home did not have any vaccination records available for review.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2024
Jul 29, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“During the inspection the operational policies did not have a policy on the promotion of indoor/outdoor physical activities.”
Corrected during the visit
747.1007(5) - Primary Caregiver in Registered Home Qualifications - pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR
“During the inspection it was found that the primary caregiver CPR/First Aid certificate expired in December 2020.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2022
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“During the inspection the provider did not have documentation of current vaccinations for pets in the home.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Maria Villatoro-Ventura
Is Maria Villatoro-Ventura licensed?
Yes. Maria Villatoro-Ventura is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued August 20, 2013. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Maria Villatoro-Ventura last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Maria Villatoro-Ventura had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Maria Villatoro-Ventura care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Maria Villatoro-Ventura accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Maria Villatoro-Ventura's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Maria Villatoro-Ventura cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 495-2507 to ask.
What is Maria Villatoro-Ventura's phone number?
(254) 495-2507.
Where is Maria Villatoro-Ventura?
Mexia, TX 76667. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.