Texas records · HIDALGO County · LA JOYA

PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center

Licensed Center in LA JOYA, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued September 24, 2004

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 824 E EXP WAY 83, LA JOYA, TX 78560
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: September 24, 2004
Operation number: 837747
Licensed capacity: 64 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	14
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	2
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,925
Citations recorded	40
Record covers	November 8, 2021 – September 30, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	7
Medium High	21
Medium	10
Medium Low	1
Low	1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionSeptember 30, 20262 citations recorded2 of 588 standards cited at this visit

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

The First Aid Kit from 1 of 2 transportation vehicles was incomplete. The following items were missing: Scissors, thermomemter, and tweezers. Note: This was CORRECTED during inspection as the missing items were obtained and placed in the first aid kit.

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

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High

An employee who conducts transportation did not have current training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

Correction verified by the state on October 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 29, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionMay 14, 20262 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possibleRisk level: High

Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver allowed an infant to fall asleep in a restrictive device (swing) for approximately twelve minutes before removing the infant from the device and placing the infant in a crib.

Correction verified by the state on May 14, 2026. 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

Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the operation allowed a caregiver to care for a group of children prior to receiving the notification of the person's background check eligibility.

Correction verified by the state on May 14, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 27, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 6, 20262 citations recorded2 of 188 standards cited at this visit

746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's HandsRisk level: Medium High

While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash an infant's hands after conducting a diaper change.

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

746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a ChildRisk level: Medium High

While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash their hands after conducting a diaper change.

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

ReportApril 6, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

ReportApril 2, 20262 citations recorded2 of 5 standards cited at this visit

746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possibleRisk level: High

Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver allowed an infant to fall asleep in a restrictive device (swing) for approximately twelve minutes before removing the infant from the device and placing the infant in a crib.

Correction verified by the state on May 14, 2026. 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

Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the operation allowed a caregiver to care for a group of children prior to receiving the notification of the person's background check eligibility.

Correction verified by the state on May 14, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 2, 20258 citations recorded8 of 593 standards cited at this visit

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High

The director and a caregiver who conducts transportation did not have current training in transportation safety.

Correction verified by the state on October 6, 2025.

746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service TrainingRisk level: Medium High

Two caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratio did not have the required eight hours of pre-service training.

Correction verified by the state on October 10, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

A caregiver was missing annual training for training year 7/7/2024 - 7/6/2025 on the following topics: (1) Prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment; (2) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (3) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); (4) Understanding early childhood brain development; (5) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (6) Administering medication; (7) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and (8) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).

Correction verified by the state on October 10, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium

2 of 10 children's records reviewed were missing the child's immunization record.

Correction verified by the state on October 10, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)Risk level: Medium Low

5 Of 6 personnel records reviewed were missing the a Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations (Form 2912).

Correction verified by the state on October 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium

There were no written feeding instructions available for review for a 6 month old infant.

Correction verified by the state on October 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician InformationRisk level: Medium

1 of 10 children's records reviewed was missing the Name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or an emergency-care facility.

Correction verified by the state on October 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and DatesRisk level: Medium

The activity plans posted in the toddler room and preschool room were not labeled with the dates that the plan covers and the age group the plan is intended for. Note: The plans were labeled with the required information during inspection.

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

InspectionOctober 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 2, 20243 citations recorded3 of 682 standards cited at this visit

746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of CompletionRisk level: Medium High

An employee in charge of transportation does not meet minimum qualifications for caregivers as she does not have verification confirming education requirements.

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

746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

Two caregivers who have unsupervised access to the group of children do not have a CPR training.

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

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

There was one caregiver caring for 5 infants. The specified age for the group was 0-11 months which allows 4 infants to 1 caregiver. Note The ratios were left in compliance as an additional caregiver was put in the classroom.

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

InspectionNovember 28, 20231 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out LogsRisk level: Medium High

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

InspectionNovember 1, 20231 citation recorded1 of 79 standards cited at this visit

746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High

The sign in/out log for was not current. There were 24 children present and only 12 were signed in. Corrected at Inspection: All children were signed during the inspection.

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

InspectionOctober 25, 20233 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: High

There were 4 infants (0-11 months) asleep in their cribs and were covered with a blanket. Note: The blankets were removed.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 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

There was no crib for an 11 month old infant. The infant was asleep on a mat.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

Recite: There was one caregiver caring for 6 infants. The specified age for the group was 0-11 months which allows 4 infants to 1 caregiver. Note The ratios were left in compliance as an additional caregiver was put in the classroom.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 11, 20236 citations recorded6 of 582 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

An employee was present at the operation unsupervised with a group of children without an eligibility background check result. Note: The employee left during the inspection.

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

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

A caregiver hired did not have the 24 annual training hours for training period, 11/2021-11/2022.

Correction verified by the state on October 25, 2023. 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

A caregiver hired on 9/26/23 did not a have CPR training and was unsupervised with a group of children. A caregiver hired on 4/20/23 did not have a CPR training.

Correction verified by the state on October 25, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service TrainingRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver hired on 4/20/23 did not have the 24 hours of Pre-service training.

Correction verified by the state on October 25, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

There was one caregiver caring for 5 infants. The specified age for the group was 0-11 months which allows 4 infants to 1 caregiver. Note The ratios were left in compliance as an additional caregiver was put in the classroom.

Correction verified by the state on October 25, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

There are three ceiling tiles with water stains in the infant room.

Correction verified by the state on October 25, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 26, 20228 citations recorded8 of 645 standards cited at this visit

746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke DetectorsRisk level: Medium

The safety documentation for fire drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors is not being completed.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium

The cots used by the children were not labeled. Corrected at Inspection: The cots were labeled with the children's name.

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

746.1329(d) - Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employeeRisk level: Low

Three caregivers did not have documentation for the 24 hours of Pre-service training.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationRisk level: Medium

The children's product certification form was not current. Corrected at Inspection: The form was reviewed, signed, and posted.

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

746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill basedRisk level: Medium High

Three caregivers conducted an online CPR training.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High

Director did not have a current transportation training.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Operation did not have a current fire inspection. Last fire inspection conducted was on 06/09/21.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

The vent in a classroom was observed with dust and debris. Corrected at Inspection: The vent was cleaned.

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

InspectionNovember 8, 20212 citations recorded2 of 546 standards cited at this visit

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium High

A Food Allergy Emergency Plan for a child was not signed by the parent and health care professional.

Correction verified by the state on November 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth MaintainedRisk level: Medium High

Loose fill surfacing (mulch) was not observed to be maintained at the proper depth for a play structure in the outdoor play area. The dirt underneath the mulch was visible. Corrected at Inspection: The structures were removed.

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

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