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Mcallen, TX 78501 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
N & C Academy
- licensed capacity
- 54
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About N & C Academy
N & C Academy is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 21, 2021, for up to 54 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 54 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 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 | 54 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
N & C Academy 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 N & C Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 54 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1699106
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Transportation 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 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“1 out of 5 files reviewed were missing a health care professional signed statement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2026
746.4419 - Toilets, Sinks and Fountains Used Safely and Independently
“A chair is used by children to climb and drink water from drinking fountain. CORRECTED at inspection when an age approprtiate step stool was placed for children to use.”
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“Nap time lighting was not adequate when entering the 2 rooms for nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“One classroom observed to not have a caregiver in room to supervise 22 children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present
“Observed two caregivers present in the operation during nap time for 38children, one class with 19 children and another class with no caregiver present with 21 children. Classrooms were not in a centralized area and no additional staff was present in the operation to assists when needed.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
746.2431(4) - Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood
“Daily report did not have a section to describe child's mood.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Feeding instruction was not avialble for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
- Sep 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 30, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was providing care for 14 children ages 18mo-9yo, SAG 2yo. Classroom was over ratio by 3 children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Last Fire Inspection was conducted on 08/29/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“Both transportation vehicle's are missing a fire extinguisher and transportation first aid kits are missing a thermometer.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
Aug 8, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Five staff files were reviewed. One file is missing annual training certificates and notarized affidavit. A second file is missing translation of foreign diploma.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Infant group: one caregiver was providing care for 6 children ages 9-14mo, SAG 0-11mo. Room was over ratio by two children. Toddler-Prek group: two caregivers were providing care for 17 children ages 17mo-4yo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceeded 18 months.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
746.501(a)(21) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Parent Participation
“Operational Policies were reviewed and the following information is missing: (a)(21) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (a)(22) Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; (a)(23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; and (b)(1) You must inform parents that they may visit the child-care center at any time during your hours of operation to observe their child, the program activities, the building, the premises, and the equipment without having to secure prior approval.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Six children's records were reviewed, One file is missing up to date immunization records. Six files are missing parent's rights statement. Three files are missing updated special care and water activities statements. Feeding instructions for five children not yet eating table food were not available for review at the time of inspection. 13 out of the 41 children present were not signed in.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
“Most recent health inspection was not available for review at the time of inspection. Inspection report provided by completed on 5/22/2023. Note: A copy of the most recent health inspection report (11/8/2023) was provider by operation via text message after the conclusion of the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Aug 25, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“There was insufficient light in the toddler room during naptime. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider turned on the light to the adjacent room allowing additional light to enter the room.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Last fire inspection was conducted on 01/21/2022. Note: Provider contacted the City of McAllen and requested an inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2023
- Dec 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 30, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“One out of five staff records reviewed has an expired first aid/cpr training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
746.2411(2)(A) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
“A child was placed to nap on a play-yard. The play-yard had an additional mat and foam layer which was added on top of the original play-yard mat and covered with a sheet. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed additional mat and foam layer and placed a clean sheet on the original play-yard mat.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701(8) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
“There is mopping bucket containing water in the prek age room and accessible to children. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed bucket.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“One out of five staff trainings records reviewed was not available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Two caregivers were providing care for a total of 5 children ages 2mo, 3mo, 8mo, 9mo and 13mo. One of the caregivers stepped out of the room and remained in the kitchen during lunch preparation leaving one caregiver in charge of the 5 children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
746.2603(1) - Space Requirements for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Does Not Limit Movement
“Two children in the toddler room were observied in high chairs while the rest of the group participated in a craft. One child in the prek room was observed a high chair while rest of the group participated in a craft.”
Corrected during the visit
Show 2 earlier visits
Jan 21, 2022Visit3 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Two children's files are missing immunization records and three are missing health statements.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“One staff member is missing training on Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2022
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“One staff file is missing copy high school diploma or equivalent.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2022
Dec 30, 2021Inspection8 rules cited
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“Operation policies were reviewed and following items are missing: -Safe Sleep Policy -Physical and Outdoor Activities Policy -Abuse/Neglect Policy -Employee's Vaccinations Policy”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Six children's files were reviewed. One file was not available for review at the time of inspection. Two files are missing immunization records. Three files are missing health statements.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“United States Consumer Product Safety recall list was last certified on 06/19/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
“During nap; a child's mat was placed on the hall leading to the playground blocking the emergency exit. Note: This was corrected at inspection when mat was relocated.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Four staff training records were reviewed. One file is missing 12 clock hours of training including trainings in the following topics: -Abuse/Neglect -Hazardous Materials -Food Allergies -Administering Medications -Emergency Preparedness -Building and Physical Premises Safety -Communicable Diseases Two files are missing training on -Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“Folder taken during transportation routes is missing the following: -List of Children Being Transported -Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms -Written Transportation Emergency Plan”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
“Per provider a fire inspection was recently conducted, however, inspection report available for review was conducted on 11/6/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Four staff files were reviewed. A file is missing high school diploma. A second files requires a high school diploma be translated into English. Three files are missing copy of ID/DL. One file is missing hired date, affidavit and statements regarding personnel/center policies and orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about N & C Academy
Is N & C Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 21, 2021.
When was N & C Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has N & C Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 N & C Academy care for?
54, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does N & C Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are N & C Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does N & C Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 655-8497 to ask.
What is N & C Academy's phone number?
(956) 655-8497.
Where is N & C Academy?
4115 Pecan Blvd Ste A, McAllen, TX 78501. The nearest other daycare we list is Adventureland Academy #2, 0.4 miles away.