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Texas records · HIDALGO County · EDINBURG

Totally Kids Academy LLC

Licensed Center in EDINBURG, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued June 4, 2024

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
1703 W OWASSA RD, EDINBURG, TX 78539 7047
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
June 4, 2024
Operation number
1774981
Licensed capacity
121 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record19
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record7
Assessments on record1
Standards evaluated across those visits5,858
Citations recorded30
Record coversJune 2, 2023 – July 23, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High5
Medium High12
Medium12
Medium Low1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 23, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The child care operation did not have a current fire inspection.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 26, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 15, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 335 standards cited at this visit
ReportMay 11, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportMay 9, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
A caregiver unintentionally pulled a child's arm, resulting in an injury to the child.

Correction verified by the state on August 19, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 11, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium
Recite: A caregiver hired on 11/04/24 did not have the following annual training topics. (1)Emergency preparedness (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations (3)Administering medication, (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic and (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials

Correction verified by the state on July 17, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJuly 9, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 23, 20252 citations recorded2 of 941 standards cited at this visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
Six infants did not have a current infant feeding instructions.

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

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium
A caregiver hired on 11/04/24 did not have the following annual training topics. (1)Emergency preparedness (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations (3)Administering medication, (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic and (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials

Correction verified by the state on July 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentJanuary 21, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low
The operation failed to submit the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by 1/15/25.

Correction verified by the state on January 21, 2025.

InspectionJanuary 14, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 7, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 12, 20241 citation recorded1 of 336 standards cited at this visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
There are 12 cribs observed with chipped paint.

Correction verified by the state on January 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 21, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 13, 20241 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.1013(b) - Director's Absence - Extended PeriodRisk level: Medium
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, the director failed to notify licensing of extended leave.

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

InspectionJune 25, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
ReportJune 14, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 30, 20244 citations recorded4 of 1,107 standards cited at this visit
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers ServicedRisk level: Medium High
Fire extinguishers were not currently serviced. The last service date was on March 2023.

Correction verified by the state on May 1, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean SurfaceRisk level: Medium High
The diaper changing mat in one of the toddler rooms was torn.

Correction verified by the state on May 1, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High
Soiled diapers were observed in three different trash cans without a cover in a children's restroom. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as covers were placed on the trash cans.

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

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
Most recent fire inspection provided is dated 4/26/2023 and a renewal inspection is due every twelve months.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 11, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 105 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 30, 20242 citations recorded2 of 484 standards cited at this visit
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service TrainingRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver counted in the child/caregiver ratio was missing 18 clock hours of pre-service training.

Correction verified by the state on March 1, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium
A child's record reviewed was missing the immunization documentation. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the child's immunization records were obtained.

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

InspectionNovember 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 7 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 30, 20239 citations recorded9 of 448 standards cited at this visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was observed caring for 7 infants. The ages of the children in the group were two 7 month olds, a 10 month old, two 11 month olds, a 13 month old, and a 15 month old. According to the ratio chart the maximum number of children one caregiver may supervise is 5. The group was out of ratio by two children. Not: A second caregiver stepped into the room during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety StrapsRisk level: Medium High
Two infants were observed sitting at a table without the safety straps fastened.

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

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Two caregiver's were missing the following information on their records: A caregiver with DOE 8/28/2023 was missing a notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment form, A statement signed and dated by the employee showing he has received a copy of the child-care centers: (A) Operational policies; and (B) Personnel policies; and A statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation. A second employee with a DOE 8/14/2023 was missing A statement signed and dated by the employee showing he has received a copy of the child-care centers: (A) Operational policies; and (B) Personnel policies; and A statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's RecordsRisk level: Medium
There was no file available for a child in care.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.Risk level: Medium
Two caregivers with education received outside of the United States did not have the education documentation translated in English.

Correction verified by the state on November 6, 2023.

746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During NaptimeRisk level: Medium High
The lighting in an infant room was not adequate to allow visual supervision of all children in the group at all times during naptime.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue BreathingRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver caring for a group of children did not have training in pediatric firs aid.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
There was more than an 18 month difference when a 16 month old infant was combined with toddler and pre-k children during naptime. The oldest child in thee group was 3 years old and the youngest child was 16 months old.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoRisk level: Medium
Two infants sitting at a table were provided screen time as they were watching a video (Ms. Rahcel) on a tablet device during nap time. Note:This was addressed with the caregivers in the infant room and a caregiver turned off and removed the electronic device from the table.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 29, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 544 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 15, 20231 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesRisk level: Medium
No use of screen-time activities was observed in any of the groups of children present during inspection. However, a photograph of a child sent to a parent revels that a child was participating in screen time activities while having a snack on 8/11/2023 at around 1:08pm.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportAugust 11, 20231 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High
Based on evidence gathered during the investigation, the operation allowed an individual without a background check to be in contact with children in the infant classroom on 8/4/2023.

Correction verified by the state on August 29, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 4, 20232 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesRisk level: Medium
A Pre-K child was observed playing a video game on a phone/tablet device during nap time. NOTE: This was corrected. Caregiver placed a mat for the child to rest and electronic device was removed.

Correction verified by the state on August 15, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
Child/Caregiver Ratio was deficient during the inspection as 1 caregiver was left alone with 9 infants with a Specified Age Group of 0-11 months old. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by a second caregiver joining the classroom and ratio being met.

Correction verified by the state on August 15, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 25, 20232 citations recorded2 of 270 standards cited at this visit
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a ChildRisk level: Medium High
Caregiver in the toddler classroom did not wash hands after completing a diaper change on a child.

Correction verified by the state on August 4, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High
An individual with a pending background check was observed providing care of children. A second individual without a background check was inside a classroom with children. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by both individuals leaving the premises and qualified caregivers joining each classroom.

Correction verified by the state on August 4, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 2, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1,251 standards cited at this visit
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
Operational policies were incomplete for Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.

Correction verified by the state on June 2, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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