Rebecca Flores
Rio Grande City, TX 78582 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Edutainment Zone
- licensed capacity
- 113
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About The Edutainment Zone
The Edutainment Zone is a licensed child care center in Rio Grande City, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 13, 2022, for up to 113 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 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 6 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
- 113 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 | 113 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Edutainment Zone has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Starr 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 The Edutainment Zone
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 113 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1725243
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 15 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Sep 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1403(a)(3)(A) - Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
“3 out of 6 staff records reviewed are missing current First Aid and CPR.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
- Jul 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“An infant was observed asleep on top of a boppy pillow in a bassinet.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
- Jun 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3505(a) - Diapering Procedures - Caregiver's Hands Washed
“Hand washing was not observed by caregiver after diaper changing in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2025
Jun 5, 2025Visit2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation. Children were left unsupervised in the outdoor area.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2025
746.2803(4)(B) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Use Clear, Positive Statements
“Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation. Positive discipline and guidance using clear positive statements was not utilized.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
Jun 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“An infant was observed in a restrictive device for more than 15 mintutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
746.3505(a) - Diapering Procedures - Caregiver's Hands Washed
“Hand washing was not observed by caregiver after diaper changing in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
Jun 4, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“An infant was observed in a restrictive device for more than 15 mintutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
746.3505(a) - Diapering Procedures - Caregiver's Hands Washed
“Hand washing was not observed by caregiver after diaper changing in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
- Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 16 earlier visits
Nov 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Observed one caregiver caring for 6 children age group of 0-11mo. CORRECTED with a second teacher arrived to opertaion to be in infant class.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
- Jul 5, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 1, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2202(1) - Planned activities designed to meet special care needs-Accommodations
“Based on the preponderance of evidence obtained it is determined that the operation did not make all reasonable efforts/ accommodations for special care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
- May 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 17, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“No documentation of fire drills or emergency evacation avialable for the month of May.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 5, 2022
Jun 2, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.1613(a)(1) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Central Sleeping Location
“Nap time observed with children seperated into two classroom areas not in a centralized area and one caregiver supervising both classes.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2022
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“No documentation of fire drills or emergency evacation avialable for the month of May.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2022
- May 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 17, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.2507(4) - Activities for Toddlers - Provide Large Muscle Development
“Outdoor area observed, no age appropriate play equipment for children to help build their large muscle groups observed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2021
- Nov 1, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Edutainment Zone
Is The Edutainment Zone licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 13, 2022.
When was The Edutainment Zone last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 9, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Edutainment Zone had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 7 of 15 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 The Edutainment Zone care for?
113, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Edutainment Zone accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Edutainment Zone'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 The Edutainment Zone cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 595-8504 to ask.
What is The Edutainment Zone's phone number?
(956) 595-8504.
Where is The Edutainment Zone?
201 S San Antonio St Ste A, Rio Grande City, TX 78582. The nearest other daycare we list is Betty's Day Care, 0.1 miles away.