Nora Ann Garza
San Benito, TX 78586 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
New Beginnings Daycare Center
- licensed capacity
- 73
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $154
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About New Beginnings Daycare Center
New Beginnings Daycare Center is a licensed child care center in San Benito, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 18, 2020, for up to 73 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 73 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 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 | 73 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
New Beginnings Daycare Center 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 New Beginnings Daycare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 73 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1695658
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 11 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Background checks 3
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Aug 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“Director has completed 21 annual training hours for training cycle 6/1/25 to 5/31/26. Note: 9 hours are lacking to complete required annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
- Sep 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 16, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“A caregiver's file does not have proof of education.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“A caregiver supervising children under 24 months does not have the following training: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome(SIDS); and Understanding early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Three caregiver files are missing an Employment Affidavit Form 2985 and Form 2912.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Operation allowed two individuals to be present at the operation before receiving notice from Centralized Background Check Unit regarding individual's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
- Oct 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 9, 2024VisitNo rules cited
May 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Operation allowed two individuals to be present at the operation before receiving notice from Centralized Background Check Unit regarding individual's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2024
- Mar 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 2, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Deficiency is not related to investigation: Operation allowed two individuals to be present at the operation before receiving notice from Centralized Background Check Unit regarding inidividual's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
Nov 28, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
“Written Operational Policies have not been updated.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Four staff members are missing the following on file: TB test.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2023
Show 5 earlier visits
Nov 13, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Two staff member who provide care for children under 24 months are missing one hour of the following trainingj topics: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; Understanding and using safe practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome; Undersanding early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Children's Product annual certification is not current.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“Observed that classooom # 1 and classsroom # 5 are not set up for children to use during business hours.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Four staff members are missing the following on file: Employment Affidavit and TB test.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
“Written Operational Policies have not been updated.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“There is no supporting documentation that a fire drill was conducted in September and October 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“Two staff members are not current with transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“Observed a torn mat that is use for diaper changing.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
- Apr 14, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 28, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
“There were napping mats and blankets all piled up on a table in the preschool room. (pictures on file)”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2023
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“There were 2 infants who were sleeping and were covered with blankets. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as the blankets were removed.)(Pictures on file)”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2023
746.2427 - AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
“There were 2 infants who were not asleep on their backs. One was asleep in a swing and another was asleep in a bouncer which was inside a crib. (Pictures on file)”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There were 6 infants in care however 1 caregiver or the other would walk out of the classroom and leave the other alone with the 6 infants. (Both caregivers finally stayed in the classroom)”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2023
746.4201 - Indoor Space Requirement
“There are 2 classrooms inside the building which are licensed and are now being used as storage rooms and not ready for children. (Pictures on file.)”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2023
Mar 1, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.607 - Signed Admission Form
“There was a children's admission form that was not signed by the parent.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2022
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Out of the records reviewed, two had incomplete information for the person to contact in case of an emergency. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as parent was contacted for missing information.)”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about New Beginnings Daycare Center
Is New Beginnings Daycare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 18, 2020.
When was New Beginnings Daycare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has New Beginnings Daycare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 6 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 New Beginnings Daycare Center care for?
73, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does New Beginnings Daycare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are New Beginnings Daycare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does New Beginnings Daycare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 276-4413 to ask.
What is New Beginnings Daycare Center's phone number?
(956) 276-4413.
Where is New Beginnings Daycare Center?
1571 E Stenger St, San Benito, TX 78586. The nearest other daycare we list is Adorable Kids Child Care Center, 0.7 miles away.