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1010 Expressway 83, Penitas, TX
Sullivan ABC's Academy
- licensed capacity
- 71
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Sullivan ABC's Academy
Sullivan ABC's Academy is a licensed child care center in Sullivan City, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 25, 2021, for up to 71 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 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 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
- 71 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 | 71 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sullivan ABC's 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 Sullivan ABC's Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 71 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1711028
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Safe sleep 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Transportation 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 14, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“There were two infants asleep covered with a blanket in their crib.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2025
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
746.2427 - AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
“A 4-month-old who does not roll over was observed asleep facing down in the crib.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2025
Jan 30, 2025Inspection4 rules 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
746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
“Training hours for two staff were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There are red ants in the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“-The transportation vehicle was observed with pieces of plastic wrappers, small papers, and a long sharp pin. -The Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for two children who are transported were missing in the transportation binder. The Food Allergy Form was not in the transportation binder for a child with a diagnosed food allergy. Corrected at Inspection: The transportation vehicle was cleaned. The forms were placed in the transportation vehicle.”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“Observed 22 electrical outlets uncovered. CORRECTED: caregiver located the outlet covers and secured them out oulet area.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
“Activity plan posted and was not being followed.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
- Dec 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Sullivan ABC's Academy
Is Sullivan ABC's Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 25, 2021.
When was Sullivan ABC's Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sullivan ABC's Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Sullivan ABC's Academy care for?
71, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Sullivan ABC's Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Sullivan ABC's 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 Sullivan ABC's Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 485-6186 to ask.
What is Sullivan ABC's Academy's phone number?
(956) 485-6186.
Where is Sullivan ABC's Academy?
325 W Expressway 83 Ste CDB, Sullivan City, TX 78595.