Sunshine Turtle Daycare
686 W Robertson St, San Benito, TX
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Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 71
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $154
- year first permitted
- 2003
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About
About Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center
Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in San Benito, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 14, 2003, for up to 71 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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
- 71 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:15 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 | 71 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cameron County has a median price of $154 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$154
Home daycare$141
Toddler
Center$146
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$143
Home daycare$134
School age
Center$136
Home daycare$129
State record
Inspection reports for Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 71 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2003
- License number
- #825230
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 12 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Apr 15, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
“Based on the information gathered, a staff member administered over the counter medication to a child. NOTE: Medication was not prescribed by a health care professional or intended for child and was not labeled with child's name, date, etc.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the information gathered, a child sustained a dislocated elbow when grabbed by a staff member.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
- Dec 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
“Based on the information obtained during investigation, classroom # 5 was not properly ventilated.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2025
- Dec 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
May 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“Electronic Child Safety Alarm system is not being maintained.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024
- Nov 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 27, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“Two employees files lack information in regards to receiving Orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2023
746.3301(f)(2) - Nutrition and Food Service - Water served safe and sanitary
“Observed that water was not served to children during breakfast.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2023
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Two caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratios did not have proof of First aid and CPR traning.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“A caregivers file who was counted in child/caregiver ratios lacks proof of education andr Employment Affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2023
- Sep 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 8, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.501(a)(4) - Written Operational Policies - Medication
“Based on the information gathered, facility needs to execute Written Operational Policies in regards to medication.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
746.3805(a)(1) - Administering Medication - According to Label Directions
“Based on the information gathered, a staff member did not administer the correct medication dosage to a child while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
- Sep 7, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 25, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center
Is Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 14, 2003.
When was Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 15, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center care for?
71, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 399-3563 to ask.
What is Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center's phone number?
(956) 399-3563.
Where is Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center?
1155 W Stenger St, San Benito, TX 78586. The nearest other daycare we list is Sunshine Turtle Daycare, 0.6 miles away.