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Allegro Childrens Center

Licensed Center in EL PASO, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued February 16, 1996

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 4019 MONTANA AVE, EL PASO, TX 79903 4509
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: February 16, 1996
Operation number: 512717
Licensed capacity: 60 children
Ages served: Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	12
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	2
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,759
Citations recorded	28
Record covers	February 17, 2022 – September 29, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	7
Medium High	16
Medium	4
Low	1

Visits and findings, newest first

ReportSeptember 29, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 27, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 544 standards cited at this visit

InspectionNovember 12, 20252 citations recorded2 of 686 standards cited at this visit

746.4001 - First Aid Kit - Available in Each Building, on Field Trips, during TransportationRisk level: Medium High

A fully equipped first aid kit was not available at the operation during inspection. The first aid kit was missing a thermometer, scissors, and antiseptic wipes or solution.

Correction verified by the state on November 14, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5533 - 746.5533 carbon monoxide detection system installedRisk level: Medium High

A carbon monoxide detection system could not be located during inspection. This was corrected when a battery operated carbon monoxide detector was found in the office. New batteries were installed and a notation on Fire Safey Practices Form 7263 was added for monthly checking and servicing of carbon monoxide system.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 2, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportMay 28, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video gamesRisk level: Medium High

During DFPS investigation it was determined a caregiver(s) counted in ratio were on their personal cell phones while caring for children.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 12, 20243 citations recorded3 of 252 standards cited at this visit

746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid KitRisk level: High

Vehicle used to transport children in care from school to operation was missing a first aid kit.

Correction verified by the state on December 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(3) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Information About FacilityRisk level: Medium High

Vehicle used to transport children from school to operation did not have information about the operation either in the glove compartment, in the passenger compartment or on the outside of the vehicle.

Correction verified by the state on December 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherRisk level: High

Vehicle used to transport children in care from school to the operation was missing a fire extinguisher.

Correction verified by the state on December 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 374 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 12, 20242 citations recorded2 of 314 standards cited at this visit

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

Annual fire inspection has not been completed. Last fire inspection was conducted September 2022.

Correction verified by the state on January 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

Director's CPR training expired in November 2023.

Correction verified by the state on January 29, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 3, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 377 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 10, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 17, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 13, 202317 citations recorded17 of 347 standards cited at this visit

746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium

Operation did not have files available for review for an 11-month-old infant and a 12-month-old infant.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High

The outdoor playground has a loose sand fill surface less than six inches. Photos taken and uploaded to operation's digital storage.

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar yearRisk level: Medium High

The operation was missing four required lock-down drills for 2022.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High

The operation was missing monthly fire drills for December 2022 and January 2023. Corrected during the inspection a monthly fire drill was observed and documented.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherRisk level: High

The minibus used for transportation contained a fire extinguisher with an expired service tag dated March 2022. This poses a hazard to children because if a fire was to start on the minivan it could not be extinguished.

Correction verified by the state on February 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High

The outdoor playground area has aluminum siding that is rusted with sharp edges. There is a hazard of children cutting themselves on the sharp edges. Photos taken and uploaded to operation's digital storage.

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitRisk level: Medium

The minibus used for transporting children contained an incomplete first aid kit. The kit contained expired multi-sized adhesive bandages. The kit contained loose disposable gloves deeming them unsterilized.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: Medium High

During walk through of operation Inspectors observed an 11-month-old and 12- month-old children in the toddler room because there was no infant room set up. The 11-month-old infant is non walking and did not have a crib. Photos taken and uploaded to operation's digital storage.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear PointsRisk level: High

The outdoor playground structure bridge was cracked. The crack on the bridge has an exposed sharp edge that could be hazardous to children. Photos were taken and uploaded to operation's digital storage.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.301(5) - Notification of Change in Age Range of Children In CareRisk level: Medium High

Operation failed to notify Licensing that they added infant care services. Person in charge stated they have been providing infant care since November 2022.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service TrainingRisk level: Medium High

During evaluation of records, three caregiver files were missing eight hours of pre-service training and the notarized affidavit.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care programRisk level: Low

During review of records, a pre-school child was missing a written statement from a health-care professional indicating the child is able to take part in the child-care program.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(9) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip OverRisk level: Medium High

During walk through of the toddler room, a 55-inch television was not properly anchored/secured. The person in charge of the operation removed the television from the toddler room and placed it in a storage area that was out of children's reach.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

The operation had a urinal in the boy's bathroom that was not operational and in need of repair. Person in charge stated the urinal has not been operational for the past six months. Photo taken and uploaded to operation's digital storage.

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear PointsRisk level: High

The operation has a structure with a slide in the toddler room. The slide was observed cracked with clear tape however slide should not be used because the taped area is a weak spot. The legs of the structure were loos and not screwed in. Corrected during inspection. Entire structure was removed from the toddler room and placed in a storage close out of reach of children. Photos were taken and uploaded to operation's digital storage.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment SafeRisk level: Medium High

The outdoor play area had two pogo sticks, stilts and a shopping cart that can cause injury to children in care. Corrected during the inspection, the pogo sticks, stilts and shopping cart were removed from the outdoor play area and placed in an area out of the reach of children. Photos taken and uploaded to operation's digital storage.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained SafelyRisk level: Medium High

Six windows on minibus used for children transportation do not open. The minibus child alarm system is not in operation.

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionFebruary 17, 20223 citations recorded3 of 849 standards cited at this visit

746.401(5) - Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care centerRisk level: Medium

During inspection there were two classrooms that did not have daily schedules posted.

Correction verified by the state on February 25, 2022.

HRC42.054 - Required FeesRisk level: High

The annual fees were due 2/16/22 and had not been paid. The director paid the amount due at time of inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leavingRisk level: Medium

Upon review of people list there were two individuals who have no longer been working at the center and had not been inactivated within 7 days of leaving the center. This was corrected when the director inactivated the individuals in the CCR account during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

This page presents the state’s record for this operation as of November 5, 2026; it is a dated presentation, not a live register. If something here does not match the operation’s current state record, file a correction report.