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St. Mark Pre School

301 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501
licensed capacity
102
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$144
year first permitted
1985

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About

About St. Mark Pre School

St. Mark Pre School is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 23, 1985, for up to 102 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
102 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity102 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

St. Mark Pre School 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).

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Hidalgo County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for St. Mark Pre School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
102 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
1985
License number
#206120
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 30, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 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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  1. Jun 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “A fire drill was not conducted for the month of May. *A fire drill was conducted during inspection*”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “4 out of 10 children's records reviewed are missing immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026

  2. Jul 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “Three out of ten children's records reviewed are missing immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “One out of eight staff training records reviewed is missing trainings on the following topics: SIDS/Shaken Baby/ Early Brain Development and Administering Medications.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      “Diaper changing mats in the prek1 and prek2 rooms are torn.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      “There are broken pieces of wood and gardening tools within the operation's playground.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024

  4. Mar 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Sep 25, 2023Visit2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “Last fire inspection was conducted on 11/21/2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “Ten children's files were reviewed and are missing information including the following: -Release Information -Emergency Contact Information -Signed Emergency Medical Authorization -Food Allergy Plan”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2023

  6. Sep 1, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “Last fire inspection was conducted on 11/21/2021. Note: During inspection provider completed the paperwork to request fire inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(6) - Written Operational Policies - Parental Notifications

      “Operational policies were reviewed and missing the following: (6) Procedures for parental notifications. (18) Physical and Outdoor activity policy including benefits, duration, type, setting, criteria for extreme weather and plan during extreme weather. (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “Ten children's files were reviewed and are missing information including the following: -Emergency Contact Information. -Release Information. -Signed Emergency Medical Authorization. -Immunization Records. -Special Care Statement. -Swimming -Statement inidcating if the child is able to swim without assistance. -Food Allergy Plan”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “Last health inspection was conducted on 02/09/2022. Note: Provider contacted health department during inspection and made arrangement to have operation inspected.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      “Ten staff training records were reviewed. Three files are missing 11-17 clock hours and four records are missing trainings on the required topics including the following: -Abuse / Neglect -Safe Sleep / Shaken Baby / Early Brain Development -Food Allergies -Administering Medications -Emergency Preparedness -Building and Physical Premises Safety -Communicable Diseases”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Ten staff records were reviewed; one is missing notarized affidavit and a second is missing copy of high school diploma.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2023

  7. Feb 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jan 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Dec 16, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained

      “Play structures are surrounded by 1-4 inches of pea gravel.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2023

  10. Oct 31, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained

      “Play structures in the young playground is surrounded by 1-4 inches of pea gravel.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022

Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Sep 30, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “One out of six children's files reviewed is missing immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      “Diaper changing mat in the infant room has tears.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours

      “One out of five staff training records reviewed is missing trainings on hazardous materials, administering medications, and communicable diseases. Also, pediatric first aid/cpr expired on 09/25/2022.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained

      “Play structure in the young playground is surrounded by 1-4 inches of pea gravel.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022

  2. Nov 4, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

      “Policy regarding physical and outdoor activities is missing.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      “Two out of four staff training records reviewed are missing training hours including the following trainings on the following topics: Abuse/Neglect Hazardous Materials Administering Medications Emergency Preparedness Physical Premises and Building Safety”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “One out four staff training records reviewed has a CPR training that was completed online without hands on skilled based instruction, practice and test.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2021

    • Records and paperworkLow risk

      746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening

      “One out four children's records reviewed is missing hearing/vision screening.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      “Feeding instructions for four children not yet eating table food have not been updated every 30 days.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about St. Mark Pre School

Is St. Mark Pre School licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 23, 1985.

When was St. Mark Pre School last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has St. Mark Pre School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 St. Mark Pre School care for?

102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does St. Mark Pre School accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are St. Mark Pre School'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 St. Mark Pre School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 686-2650 to ask.

What is St. Mark Pre School's phone number?

(956) 686-2650.

Where is St. Mark Pre School?

301 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Paul Lutheran Early Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).