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Mcallen, TX 78504 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 46
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2014
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About
About Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center
Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 15, 2014, for up to 46 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 46 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| 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 | 46 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Smart Kids Daycare & 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 Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 46 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2014
- License number
- #1532554
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Transportation 2
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 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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- Jun 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 17, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The center allowed an individual to be present at the operation prior to receiving the notification of the individual's background check eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
746.5617(b) - Driver Has Current Driver's License
“Transportation was conducted by an employee that does not have a current drivers license.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
- Aug 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 1, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“Director is missing the following trainings: 1) SIDS/Brain Development/SBS, Hazardous materials, allergies, medication, Emergency preparedness, Building safety, Communicable diseases, Transportation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“2 out of 3 employees records reviewed are missing up to date First Aid and CPR certification.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“2 out of 5 employee records were not avaiable for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Aug 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“The two transportation vehicles did not have a fire extinguisher.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2024
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“The three caregiver in charge of transportation did not have a current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2024
- Sep 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Two caregivers did not have the 24 hours of Preservice trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2023
Aug 30, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“There was no current infant feeding instructions for two infants.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2023
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There were two rooms with loose, cracked, and water-stained ceiling tiles. A handwashing handle in the restroom was loose.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2023
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 3-month-old infant was asleep on a pillow in the play yard.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2023
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Two mats used by the children during naptime were observed with torn sections.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2023
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Training records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2023
Show 2 earlier visits
- Sep 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 7, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“Director and caregiver in charge of transportation did not have a current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2022
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“One child's record was missing the immunization record. One child's record did not have the school's information.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The vent in the classroom used by the children was observed with dust and debris. The infant room was observed with spiderwebs, and the inside of the ceiling cover panel was observed with numerous dead insects. There was a water hose on the floor at the outdoor play area which is a tripping hazard for the children. Note: The waterhose was removed during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2022
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“There was no infant feeding instructions for a 6 month old infant in care.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2022
746.1045 - Education Outside of U.S.
“A foreign education document for a caregiver was not translated to English.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center
Is Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 15, 2014.
When was Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center care for?
46, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 213-8403 to ask.
What is Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center's phone number?
(956) 213-8403.
Where is Smart Kids Daycare & Learning Center?
5509 N Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78504. The nearest other daycare we list is Adventureland Academy, 0.1 miles away.