Aurora's Day Care
Harlingen, TX 78552 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Martha's Playschool
- licensed capacity
- 47
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $154
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Martha's Playschool
Martha's Playschool is a licensed child care center in Harlingen, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 31, 2019, for up to 47 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 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 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
- 47 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 | 47 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Martha's Playschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cameron County has a median price of $154 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$154
Home daycare$141
Toddler
Center$146
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$143
Home daycare$134
School age
Center$136
Home daycare$129
State record
Inspection reports for Martha's Playschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 47 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1675754
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 14, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 13 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- May 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“As per information gathered during DFPS investigation, neglectful supervision was found reason to believe.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“As per information gathered during the DFPS investigation, a 5-year-old child was left unattended for a period of 5-10 minutes in a transportation vehicle”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
Show 10 earlier visits
- Dec 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Facility does not have a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2025
746.4905 - Acceptable Loose-fill Surfacing
“Observed two play structures each with a slide in the outdoor play area without surfacing material.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2024
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Observed a group of 5 infants ages 6 months to 17 months. Specified age group is 0 to 11 months. Child/caregiver ratios 4:1.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2024
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Facility does not have a current annual certification regarding unsafe children's products.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2024
- Dec 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 30, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Observed two children under 24 months watching screen time.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2023
Dec 29, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Based on information gathered, a caregiver failed to properly supervise a child who ate several pea gravels while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2023
- Dec 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Martha's Playschool
Is Martha's Playschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 31, 2019.
When was Martha's Playschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 14, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Martha's Playschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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's Playschool care for?
47, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Martha's Playschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Martha's Playschool'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's Playschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 423-0753 to ask.
What is Martha's Playschool's phone number?
(956) 423-0753.
Where is Martha's Playschool?
5300 S Expressway 83, Harlingen, TX 78552.