Alejandra's Daycare
Mcallen, TX 78501 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Tony's Playhouse Discover Center
- licensed capacity
- 186
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2007
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About
About Tony's Playhouse Discover Center
Tony's Playhouse Discover Center is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 28, 2007, for up to 186 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 186 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Sunday | 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 | 186 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Tony's Playhouse Discover Center 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 Tony's Playhouse Discover Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 186 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2007
- License number
- #869876
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 13 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Jun 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“6 out of 10 staff files reviewed are missing trainings, including trainings on the following topics: Hazardous Materials, Allergies, Medication, Emergency Preparedness, Communicable Diseases, Child Maltreatment, SIDS.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2026
- Oct 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“Observed teacher 4 teachers doing diapering procedures and did not wash hands in between in child's diaper change. Teachers observed to be wearing gloves and would remove gloves prepare the area and place new gloves on rather than washing hands after area was prepared for new child in diaper change. Observed a caregiver wipping childs nose to remove buggers, teacher threw wipes that was used to clean nose away and grabbed a new wipe to clean another child's nose. Observed Class coming inside from outdoor time and teachers did not wash the childrens hands once they came back inside.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
746.2205(a)(2) - Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
“Observed 2 classrooms Club B and School age room with no activy plan/ schedule posted.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“Director and 2 staff members who provide transportation do not have a current transporation training. One cargiver has provided transporation since January with no transporation traning.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
“Swing play structure observed with 4 swings, measurements of use zone were not met with two play structures in use zone area at 6 ft.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“A rotating equipment bike of 4 two wheel seats observed to be placed on asphalt not in appropriate active play surfacing.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
Oct 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Last fire inspection was conducted on 09/15/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2024
May 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
“Cots in the older infants, toddler and prek3 rooms are labeled by numbers but assignment lists do not reflect the children they are assigned to.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“One out of ten children's records reviewed is missing health statement. Seven out of ten children's records reviewed are missing the parent's rights statement.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2024
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Ten staff files were reviewed. One file is missing copy of high school diploma or equivalent and first aid/cpr training certificate. A second file is missing the translation of a foreign high school diploma.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2024
- Feb 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 5, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jan 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There is peeling paint and peeling flooring in the after-school age classrooms. Ants were observed at the operation's playground and climbing up a post.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2024
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Dec 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“First Aid / CPR Training for two caregiver and Annual Training Certificates for six staff member were not available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
Nov 15, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Two out of ten children's files reviewed are missing emergency medical authorization, health statement and health provider information.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“Seven out of ten staff files reviewed are missing trainings, including trainings on the following topics: -Abuse/Neglect -Safe Sleep / Shaken Baby -Hazardous Materials -Food Allergies -Administering Medications -Emergency Preparedness -Building Safety -Communicable Diseases -Transportation -First Aid / CPR”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A staff member was present at operation and providing care to children without prior background check eligibility notice. Note: This was corrected at inspection when staffed was sent home pending background check eligibility notice.”
Corrected during the visit
746.501(a)(17) - Written Operational Policies - Animals
“Operational policies were reviewed and the following items are missing: (17) Pets (18) Physical and Outdoor Activities (26) Abuse and Neglect (30) Inclusive Care”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“Consecutive diaper changes were conducted without sanitizing the diaper-changing surface after each child.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.801(9) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Pet Vaccinations
“Statements of health and vaccination records for 3 pets at the operation were not available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Three out of ten staff files requested for review were not available at the time of inspection. A fourth file is missing copy of high school diploma and fifth one is missing high school diploma and personnel / operational policies and orientation statements.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Toddler room has a cabinet with a broken door, cleaning products are stored in the cabinet and are accessible to the children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2023
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“Infant age children were observed in high chairs and bucket seats for 25 consecutive minutes. Note: During inspection, caregiver removed the children from the devices and moved them onto the indoor playground area.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.801(18) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
“Children Products Certification Form was not available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
Nov 13, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, a caregiver was left in charge of supervising 6 children ages 13-16mo. Specified age group was 12-17mo, classroom was over ratio by one. child.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
Jul 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas
“Last gas leak inspection was conducted 03/2021.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2023
- Jul 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 7, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“A caregiver grabbed, pushed, pulled and attempted to physically restrain a child that was attempting to leave classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2023
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Operation did not report to CCR an incident that involved inappropriate forms of discipline / guidance.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2023
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the preponderance of evidence, a caregiver failed to demonstrate self-control / good judgment and became impatient towards a child that was attempting to leave classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2023
Jan 2, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Ten staff records were reviewed on 12/14/2022, the following items have not been available for review: -Copy of High School Diplomas for 1 staff member -First Aid and CPR trainings for 5 staff members -Building and Physical Premises Training for 7 staff members -Transportation, Abuse & Neglect, SIDS / Safe Sleep and Health/Safety related topics for a staff member”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2023
Dec 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two out of ten children's records review are missing a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Ten staff records were reviewed, the following items were not available for review at the time of inspection: -Copy of High School Diplomas for 2 staff members -First Aid and CPR trainings for 5 staff members -Building and Physical Premises Training for 7 staff members -Transportation, Abuse & Neglect, SIDS / Safe Sleep and Health/Safety related topics for a staff member”
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2023
- Sep 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 23, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
“Two staff members were caring for 11 children ages 8mo-18mo. Specified age group of 0-11mo. Maximum group size was over by one child.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
Aug 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
“Required Postings were reviewed and the following are missing: Most Recent CCR Inspection / Investigation Form Keeping Children Safe Poster List of Employees Note: Keeping Children Safe Poster and List of Employee were posted.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2022
- Feb 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 27, 2021Inspection8 rules cited
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
“Operation does not have a written transportation emergency plan.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2022
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Operation has swings and a play structure that has slide. There is 2-4 inches of pea gravel surrounding the structures/play-structures. Playground a rotating active play equipment that is within 2 feet from a metal pole.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2022
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“Ground checks are conducted daily by operation but operation has not documented monthly checks utilizing a general maintenance checklist or safety checklist.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2022
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Cots in the toddler were not labeled with the children's names and/or assigned number. Two out of the eight cribs being used in the infant room were labeled with the children's names.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2022
746.3805(a)(2) - Administering Medication - As Amended in Writing by Child's Health Care Professional
“Three medications were administered to a infant a child. Label instructions indicate medications are for children over the age of 2yo, 5yo and only with doctor's prescription. Operation did not have a written amended in writing by the child's health-care professional.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2022
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Three out of the thirteen children's records reviewed and missing immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Two out of six staff training records reviewed are missing pediatric first aid/cpr. Note: one employee will no longer be working as a caregiver or be left in charge of a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2022
746.4703 - Requirements for Bucket Swings
“Operation has four bucket swings; two of them do not have working safety straps and the other two inner inning is peeling. Swings are 14-16 inches from the ground.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Tony's Playhouse Discover Center
Is Tony's Playhouse Discover Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 28, 2007.
When was Tony's Playhouse Discover Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tony's Playhouse Discover Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 9 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Tony's Playhouse Discover Center care for?
186, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Tony's Playhouse Discover Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Tony's Playhouse Discover Center's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Tony's Playhouse Discover Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 971-8669 to ask.
What is Tony's Playhouse Discover Center's phone number?
(956) 971-8669.
Where is Tony's Playhouse Discover Center?
1929 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501. The nearest other daycare we list is Magic Child Development Day Care, 0.2 miles away.