Kids Time Learning Center
804 W Loop 374, Palmview, TX
5.0· 4 reviews
Once Upon a Child Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 32
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2009
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About
About Once Upon a Child Learning Center
Once Upon a Child Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Mission, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 12, 2009, for up to 32 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 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
- 32 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 | 32 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Once Upon a Child Learning Center 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 Once Upon a Child Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 32 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2009
- License number
- #905988
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 1, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“The lights in the toddler room were turned off and the window was covered during naptime. There was insufficient light to have a clear view of the room. Note: During inspection provider removed the window cover allowing light into the room.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2025
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“Last fire drill, CO detector and Fire Extinguisher checks were documented on 05/19/2025. Per provider a fire drill, CO detector and Fire Extinguisher checks were conducted on 06/23/2025 but not documented. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider documented the drill and checks.”
Corrected during the visit
Jul 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
“There was no translation documentation available for a caregiver's education documents written in a foreign language.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
Sep 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System
“There was no smoke deterctor in the after-school room. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as a battery-operated smoke detector was installed in the room.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 20, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Plan for Extreme Weather
“The operational policies reviewed were missing the following information: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2022
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The director was missing annual training in the following topics: (1) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; and (2) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2022
Nov 15, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System
“A smoke detector was missing in the infant room. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as a battery operated smoke detector was installed in the room.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 of 4 children's files reviewed did not have the most current immunization record available. Note: A copy of the current immunization record for one of the two children was obtained during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Once Upon a Child Learning Center
Is Once Upon a Child Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 12, 2009.
When was Once Upon a Child Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Once Upon a Child Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Once Upon a Child Learning Center care for?
32, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Once Upon a Child Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Once Upon a Child Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Once Upon a Child Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 240-1285 to ask.
What is Once Upon a Child Learning Center's phone number?
(956) 240-1285.
Where is Once Upon a Child Learning Center?
208 E Loop 374, Mission, TX 78572. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids Time Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.