Lorena Hernandez
La Joya, TX 78560 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 64
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2004
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About
About PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center
PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in La Joya, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 24, 2004, for up to 64 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 6 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
- 64 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 64 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child 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 PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 64 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2004
- License number
- #837747
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 11 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Supervision and ratios 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 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver allowed an infant to fall asleep in a restrictive device (swing) for approximately twelve minutes before removing the infant from the device and placing the infant in a crib.”
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the operation allowed a caregiver to care for a group of children prior to receiving the notification of the person's background check eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
- Apr 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 6, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash an infant's hands after conducting a diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash their hands after conducting a diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
Apr 6, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash an infant's hands after conducting a diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash their hands after conducting a diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
Apr 2, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the operation allowed a caregiver to care for a group of children prior to receiving the notification of the person's background check eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver allowed an infant to fall asleep in a restrictive device (swing) for approximately twelve minutes before removing the infant from the device and placing the infant in a crib.”
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
Oct 2, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 of 10 children's records reviewed were missing the child's immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2025
746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
“The activity plans posted in the toddler room and preschool room were not labeled with the dates that the plan covers and the age group the plan is intended for. Note: The plans were labeled with the required information during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“There were no written feeding instructions available for review for a 6 month old infant.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The director and a caregiver who conducts transportation did not have current training in transportation safety.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Two caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratio did not have the required eight hours of pre-service training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2025
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“A caregiver was missing annual training for training year 7/7/2024 - 7/6/2025 on the following topics: (1) Prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment; (2) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (3) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); (4) Understanding early childhood brain development; (5) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (6) Administering medication; (7) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and (8) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2025
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“5 Of 6 personnel records reviewed were missing the a Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations (Form 2912).”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“1 of 10 children's records reviewed was missing the Name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or an emergency-care facility.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
- Oct 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“An employee in charge of transportation does not meet minimum qualifications for caregivers as she does not have verification confirming education requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2024
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Two caregivers who have unsupervised access to the group of children do not have a CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2024
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There was one caregiver caring for 5 infants. The specified age for the group was 0-11 months which allows 4 infants to 1 caregiver. Note The ratios were left in compliance as an additional caregiver was put in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2024
Show 6 earlier visits
Nov 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
“The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.”
Corrected during the visit
Nov 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“The sign in/out log for was not current. There were 24 children present and only 12 were signed in. Corrected at Inspection: All children were signed during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 25, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Recite: There was one caregiver caring for 6 infants. The specified age for the group was 0-11 months which allows 4 infants to 1 caregiver. Note The ratios were left in compliance as an additional caregiver was put in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2023
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“There were 4 infants (0-11 months) asleep in their cribs and were covered with a blanket. Note: The blankets were removed.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2023
746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
“There was no crib for an 11 month old infant. The infant was asleep on a mat.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2023
Oct 11, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An employee was present at the operation unsupervised with a group of children without an eligibility background check result. Note: The employee left during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“A caregiver hired did not have the 24 annual training hours for training period, 11/2021-11/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“A caregiver hired on 9/26/23 did not a have CPR training and was unsupervised with a group of children. A caregiver hired on 4/20/23 did not have a CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“A caregiver hired on 4/20/23 did not have the 24 hours of Pre-service training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“There are three ceiling tiles with water stains in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There was one caregiver caring for 5 infants. The specified age for the group was 0-11 months which allows 4 infants to 1 caregiver. Note The ratios were left in compliance as an additional caregiver was put in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
Oct 26, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“The cots used by the children were not labeled. Corrected at Inspection: The cots were labeled with the children's name.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“The vent in a classroom was observed with dust and debris. Corrected at Inspection: The vent was cleaned.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The children's product certification form was not current. Corrected at Inspection: The form was reviewed, signed, and posted.”
Corrected during the visit
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“The safety documentation for fire drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors is not being completed.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
746.1329(d) - Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
“Three caregivers did not have documentation for the 24 hours of Pre-service training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“Three caregivers conducted an online CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Operation did not have a current fire inspection. Last fire inspection conducted was on 06/09/21.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“Director did not have a current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
Nov 8, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Loose fill surfacing (mulch) was not observed to be maintained at the proper depth for a play structure in the outdoor play area. The dirt underneath the mulch was visible. Corrected at Inspection: The structures were removed.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A Food Allergy Emergency Plan for a child was not signed by the parent and health care professional.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center
Is PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 24, 2004.
When was PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 7 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center care for?
64, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 585-5993 to ask.
What is PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center's phone number?
(956) 585-5993.
Where is PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center?
824 E Exp Way 83, La Joya, TX 78560.