Lorena Hernandez
La Joya, TX 78560 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Over the Rainbow Day Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 73
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2010
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About
About Over the Rainbow Day Care Center
Over the Rainbow Day Care Center is a licensed child care center in La Joya, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 15, 2010, for up to 73 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM
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
- 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 73 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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
Over the Rainbow Day Care 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 Over the Rainbow Day Care Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 73 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2010
- License number
- #1064506
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 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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- Mar 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 3, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“A caregiver did not wash an infant's hands after a diaper change. Note: This was addressed during inspection and caregiver proceeded to wash the infant's hands”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The director did not have current training in Transportation safety. The certificate available for review had a date of completion of 2/6/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2026
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The first aid kit in the transportation vehicle was incomplete. The items missing were tweezers and waterproof, disposable gloves. Note: This was CORRECTED during inspection as the missing items were obtained and included in the first aid kit.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The director was missing annual training on the following topics: Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and 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.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2026
Feb 5, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“1 of 6 children records reviewed was missing the statement of the child's health from a health-care professional.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2025
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“A caregiver who conducts transportation did not have current training in transportation safety.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2025
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Six pedals were missing from a children's merry-go-cyle in the outdoor playground.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2025
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“There were no time sheets available for review for the director.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2025
- Feb 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5627 - Required Vehicle Documentation - date of lease or purchase for each vehicle
“There was no vehicle documentation to show the date of lease/purchase for the transportation vehicle requiring a child safety alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
Feb 10, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor play area was observed with trash (plastic wrappers.) and big rocks. Corrected at Inspection: The outdoor play area was cleaned during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One child's record review did not have a health statement on file.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2023
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“The director and 3 caregivers did not have the following required annual training hours: -Child maltreatment -Emergency preparedness; -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 and -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2023
Mar 22, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Director did not have training records available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2022
Mar 4, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The Spring Rider and Circle Cycle structure were observed with rusted area. There was an unused water heater outside in the outdoor play area. There was grass growing from the mulch. There was no mark for the mulch to indicate the depth of the surfacing material.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2022
746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
“A 4 seat Spring Rider did not have the required use zone area.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2022
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“The Infant Caregivers did not have the following annual training topics: (1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and (3) Understanding early childhood brain development. The person in charge of transportation did not have a transportation training in the file for review. A caregiver hired on 12/16/19 did not have Pre-Service training certificate in the file. Several training certificates did not have an assessment tool to show the knowledge acquired from the trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2022
Feb 25, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Over the Rainbow Day Care Center
Is Over the Rainbow Day Care Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 15, 2010.
When was Over the Rainbow Day Care Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Over the Rainbow Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Over the Rainbow Day Care Center care for?
73, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Over the Rainbow Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Over the Rainbow Day Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Over the Rainbow Day Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 583-0441 to ask.
What is Over the Rainbow Day Care Center's phone number?
(956) 583-0441.
Where is Over the Rainbow Day Care Center?
650 Quail Hollow St, La Joya, TX 78560. The nearest other daycare we list is Lorena Hernandez, 1.4 miles away.