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Mission, TX 78574 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Martha Alicia Garcia
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $131
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About Martha Alicia Garcia
Martha Alicia Garcia is a home daycare in Mission, Texas. It is registered with the state (since April 4, 2018), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 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
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 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 |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Martha Alicia Garcia has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Hidalgo County has a median price of $131 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 Martha Alicia Garcia
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1669478
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 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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- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 11, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“Vaccination records were not available for a dog present inside the home.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2026
747.5107(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“The fire extinguisher in the home was not currently serviced. The last service date on the fir extinguisher tag is February 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2026
747.3705(b) - Animals at Home - Home & Playground Free of Unfamiliar Animals
“Two dogs unfamiliar to the primary caregiver were observed in the children's outdoor playground. The dogs were placed in the outdoor playground by the primary carregiver and posed a safety hazard for children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2026
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“There was no background check available for a household member present at the home during inspection. NOTE: The household member left the home premises during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A frog was observed in a bucket filled with water in front of the home's entrance door. This posed a safety hazard as the bucket was accessible to children in care. Note: This was addressed with the primary caregiver and the bucket of water with frog were removed from the entrance area.”
Corrected during the visit
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The Children's Products Certification form was not current. The CPSC form available for review had a date of 1/01/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2026
- Oct 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 30, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
747.401(a)(2) - Posting Requirements-Inspection Report
“The most recent inspection form was not posted. The inspection form posted had a date of 9/27/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2025
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Monthly fire drills are not being practiced. The last time a fire drill was practiced was on June 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2025
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operational policies reviewed did not address the Parent Rights.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2025
- Apr 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor area designated for the children was observed with unkempt with a wheelbarrow and BBQ pit.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
- Nov 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“A 4 month old infant was asleep in a car seat, restrictive device. Note: The infant was placed in a crib.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2023
- Apr 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
747.801(3) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training
“Personnel record for primary caregiver was not available for review. Dog vaccinations were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
Show 5 earlier visits
Nov 29, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
747.3307(d) - Diapering Procedures- Sanitizing the Diapering Area
“The diaper changing mat was observed with brown and yellow stains. Corrected at Inspection: The diaper changing mat was cleaned during the inspection and the stains were removed.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There was a dog in the restroom used by the children. There was strong urine smell from the blanket used by the dog. The closet doors in the restroom were broken and can potentially fall on top of the children. Note: The dog was taken out of the restroom. The doors were removed from the restroom.”
Corrected during the visit
Sep 27, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor play area was observed clean. There were cleaning products under the kitchen sink and the cabinet door was broken. It poses a risk to the children during meal preparation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2022
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There was a bucket of water in the room used by the children. Note: The bucket of water was emptied. There were two knives in the kitchen counter accessible to the children in care. Note: The knives were removed and stored away.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2022
Sep 14, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“Primary caregiver did not have the following required annual training topics for the training period, 4/2021-4/2022: -Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) -Understanding early childhood brain development. -Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations -Administering medication -Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; -Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2022
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“There was no current CPSC Annual Certification.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 28, 2022
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor play area was observed with construction material which pose a safety hazard for the children during outdoor play. There were cleaning products under the kitchen sink which does not have a cabinet door.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The following policy was not included in the operational policies: (8) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan). Your policies must include: (A) The duration of physical activity at your home, both indoor and outdoor; (B) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (C) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor time.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2022
747.1327(c)(2) - Documentation of Training Requirements-Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's Personnel record at the home
“The CPR/First Aid Training Certificate did not include the required Pediatric CPR & First Aid training completed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“There was no admission information for a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
Oct 22, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“Primary caregiver did not have the required annual training hours for the training period 4/04/20 to 04/04/21. The following trainings were missing: 1Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome; 2Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) ; and 3Understanding early childhood brain development. 4Emergency preparedness ; 5Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; 6Administering medication 7Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; 8Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and 9Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials 10Management training”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2021
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“There was no Children's Product Annual Certification.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2021
747.1314 - Transportation Safety Training-Primary Caregiver and Employee Transporting
“The primary caregiver did not have a current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Martha Alicia Garcia
Is Martha Alicia Garcia licensed?
Yes. Martha Alicia Garcia is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued April 4, 2018. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Martha Alicia Garcia last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Martha Alicia Garcia had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Martha Alicia Garcia care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Martha Alicia Garcia accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Martha Alicia Garcia'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 Martha Alicia Garcia cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 905-0430 to ask.
What is Martha Alicia Garcia's phone number?
(956) 905-0430.
Where is Martha Alicia Garcia?
Mission, TX 78574. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.