Rise and Shine Learning Center
524 N Main St, Donna, TX
4.5· 2 reviews
Southern Littles Academy
- licensed capacity
- 50
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Southern Littles Academy
Southern Littles Academy is a licensed child care center in Donna, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 3, 2021, for up to 50 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 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
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Southern Littles Academy 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 Southern Littles Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1720253
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 16 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- 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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- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
“Based on the information gathered throughout this investigation, it has been concluded that the caregiver was doing clerical work while caring for children instead of following the classroom's lesson plan and schedule.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
“Based on the information gathered throughout this investigation, it has been concluded that the designated caregiver was not following the classroom's designated lesson plan as children were watching television and not in their learning centers.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
“Based on the information gathered throughout this investigation, it has been concluded that the screen time provided to the children was not part of the planned lesson plan.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
- Apr 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 31, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“Diaper changing mat in the toddler class was observed torn.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, determined the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2026
- Jun 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 14 earlier visits
- Aug 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3505(a) - Diapering Procedures - Caregiver's Hands Washed
“A caregiver did not wash her hands between diaper changes.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2024
- Mar 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 23, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“This standard was found deficient as a group of children were observed watching television during operational hours.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“This standard was found deficient as an infant child was left unsupervised in the classroom for less than a minute. Please note: Child was unharmed.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
- Oct 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 29, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 10, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“Out of the staff files reviewed, two staff were lacking the required affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Out of the children's files reviewed, two had incomplete information for the person to contact in case of an emergency. (NOTE: corrected during inspection by calling parent for missing information.)”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(3) - Required Personnel Records - TB Test
“Out of the staff files reviewed, 2 were lacking verification of a TB test.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
- Apr 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 8, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver did not use good judgement by allowing all infants to sleep with blankets. (NOTE: Caregiver removed all blankets.)”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2022
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“There were 3 infants asleep in their assigned cribs/playpens who had blankets in with them.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 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 Mar 3, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Southern Littles Academy
Is Southern Littles Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 3, 2021.
When was Southern Littles Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Southern Littles Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 5 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Southern Littles Academy care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Southern Littles Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Southern Littles Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Southern Littles Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 461-1333 to ask.
What is Southern Littles Academy's phone number?
(956) 461-1333.
Where is Southern Littles Academy?
702 E Expressway 83 Ste B21, Donna, TX 78537. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids R Us Academy, under 0.1 miles away.