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Kaleidoscope Ll Early Childhood Learning K.c.

A licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas 78503

3900 S Ware Rd, McAllen, Texas 78503. (956) 800-0811.

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The short answer

Record last released by Texas Workforce Commission on Nov 2, 2026.

The last 24 months 5 deficiencies in 2 months of the last 36. Last cited Jun 2024. Most serious: High. Every month

Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.

What these words mean5
Inspection (survey)
A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
Deficiency, citation, violation
What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
Texas’s risk levels
Texas gives each child care deficiency a risk level, by how likely it is to harm a child: Low, Medium Low, Medium, Medium High or High. High is its most serious. Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation.
Licence status
Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
Capacity
The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.

What did inspectors find?

5 deficiencies cited in the last three years

The middle of the 479 child care providers in Hidalgo County had 3.

21 inspections on record. The latest, on Feb 12, 2026: no violation found.

Rated High by Texas: Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children, at the inspection on Jun 27, 2024

Rated High by Texas: AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation, at the inspection on Dec 1, 2023

Source:

Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data) and inspections and investigations. Released Oct 31, 2026. Updated daily.

When those deficiencies happened

5 deficiencies in 2 months of the last 36. Last cited Jun 2024. Most serious: High. The last 3 years, to Nov 2, 2026.

5 deficiencies by month over the last 3 years. Each cell is one month.
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2023 Dec
2024 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2025 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2026 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNov

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No visit on record Visited, nothing cited A stronger orange is more serious, on its source’s own levels, read onto four bands: from the least serious it publishes to the most
Source:

Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.

Each deficiency, in Texas’s words

Grouped by visit, newest first, with the risk level Texas gave it, from Low to High.

Source:

Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Oct 31, 2026. Updated daily.

Jun 27, 2024: inspection3 deficiencies
  • Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children

    “A mop bucket with water was outside and accessible to children. *This was corrected at inspection when the mop bucket was removed and water was thrown out.”

    Rule 746.3701(9). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jun 27, 2024. Correction verified: Jul 12, 2024.

  • Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler

    “Several bottles and training cups were not labeled with first name and last initial. *This was corrected at inspection when the bottles and cups were labeled with first name and last initial.”

    Rule 746.2505(4)(A). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jun 27, 2024. Correction verified: Jul 12, 2024.

  • Education Outside of U.S.

    “1 out of 6 employee records reviewed is missing translation of education from Spanish to English.”

    Rule 746.1045. Low, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 27, 2024. Correction verified: Jul 16, 2024.

Dec 1, 2023: inspection2 deficiencies
  • AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

    “An individual without a background check received Inspector upon arrival and was assisting with serving meals/kitchen duties during the inspection. NOTE: The individual left the operation during the inspection.”

    Rule 745.641. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 1, 2023. Correction verified: Dec 8, 2023.

  • Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

    “There were 9 children under the care of 2 caregivers in the infant classroom. The youngest child was 5 months old and the oldest child was 3 years old. The gap between the children was over 18 months. NOTE: 3 year old was moved to their designated classroom and compliance was met.”

    Rule 746.1605(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 1, 2023. Correction verified: Dec 8, 2023.

18 deficiencies older than three years
Sep 8, 2023: inspection1 deficiency
  • Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

    “A notarized Affidavit was not available for review for one of the caregivers of the operation.”

    Rule 746.901(4). Medium Low, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 12, 2023. Correction verified: Sep 8, 2023.

Apr 17, 2023: inspection3 deficiencies
  • Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible

    “An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer placed inside a play yard. The infant was not removed from the restrictive device as soon as possible by caregiver. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection. Caregiver removed child from device after being informed by Inspector.”

    Rule 746.2426(a)(2). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 17, 2023. Correction verified: Apr 27, 2023.

  • Activities for Toddlers - Outdoor Play

    “As per staff, the toddlers, and infant children have not been provided with outdoor play opportunities in the past week.”

    Rule 746.2507(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 18, 2023. Correction verified: Apr 27, 2023.

  • Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    “6 child records were reviewed during the inspection. 1 out of these records were missing immunization records. 1 out of these records was missing an updated immunization record. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection. Immunization records were obtained.”

    Rule 746.613(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 17, 2023.

Dec 8, 2022: inspection2 deficiencies
  • Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children

    “There were 6 infants under the care of 1 caregiver. The specified age of the group was 12-17 months old. NOTE: A second caregiver entered the classroom and child-caregiver ratio was met.”

    Rule 746.1701. Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 8, 2022. Correction verified: Dec 15, 2022.

  • Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities

    “5 children were observed engaged in screen-time activities not related to planned activities. One child was watching television, and four children were watching a video on a tablet. NOTE: Electronics were turned off and caregivers transitioned to planned activities.”

    Rule 746.2207(c)(1). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 9, 2022. Correction verified: Dec 15, 2022.

Aug 22, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
  • Requirements for Feeding Infants-Hold through 6-months

    “A 2 month old infant was being fed by caregiver while child was laying on a bouncer seat. NOTE: This was corrected after caregiver was informed. Caregiver held child to be fed.”

    Rule 746.2419(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 22, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 30, 2022.

Aug 2, 2022: inspection2 deficiencies
  • Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

    “A caregiver is missing 1 hours of training and the following topics for training year 3/2021-3/2022: - Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; -Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; -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”

    Rule 746.1309(d). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 8, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 22, 2022.

  • Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

    “Hand washing was not completed after a child’s diaper was changed as observed during inspection. NOTE: Caregiver washed child’s hands after Inspector informed them.”

    Rule 746.3417(3). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 2, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 22, 2022.

Jul 22, 2022: inspection6 deficiencies
  • Licensing must be allowed to inspect and investigate operation

    “Operation did not allow inspector to enter operation until after 20 minutes of knocking and ringing doorbell. Caregivers confirmed they were aware someone was at the door.”

    Rule 745.8413. High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 22, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 2, 2022.

  • Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

    The inspectors’ words, 155 words

    “A caregiver is missing 10 hours of training and the following topics for training year 3/2021-3/2022: -Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; - Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and -Understanding early childhood brain development. -Emergency preparedness; - Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; -Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with 746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?); -Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; -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 -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?).”

    Rule 746.1309(d). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 1, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 2, 2022.

  • Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

    “Hand washing was not completed after a child’s diaper was changed.”

    Rule 746.3417(3). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 22, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 2, 2022.

  • Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

    “Sign-in and Sign-out tracking system did not accurately reflected the number of children present during inspection. 11 children were signed in and 12 children were present. 2 of the signed in children had not been at the daycare today. Time of arrival was not documented. NOTE: This was corrected by Director during inspection. Director modified the log to reflect the accurate names and number of children present.”

    Rule 746.631(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 22, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 2, 2022.

  • Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child’s Name

    “Three children were napping in mats labeled with other children’s names.”

    Rule 746.4503(b). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 25, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 2, 2022.

  • Children’s Records - Immunizations

    “Immunization records for 2 out of 6 records reviewed were not available for review. Immunization records for 2 out of the 6 records were not up to date. NOTE: Immunization records of 1 child were brought in by parent during inspection.”

    Rule 746.603(a)(4). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Aug 1, 2022. Correction verified: Aug 2, 2022.

Feb 23, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
  • Children’s Records Maintained

    “Record of 1 child present during inspection was not available for review.”

    Rule 746.603(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 24, 2022. Correction verified: Feb 24, 2022.

Feb 9, 2022: inspection2 deficiencies
  • Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

    “4 bottles of cleaning/disinfecting liquid were observed within children’s reach in the pre-k restroom. NOTE: Items were removed from the diaper changing station and put inside a closet out of reach from children.”

    Rule 746.3407(12). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 9, 2022. Correction verified: Feb 23, 2022.

  • Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information

    “Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for three children transported during inspection were not available for review in the transportation vehicle. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection. Transportation binder was updated with children’s information.”

    Rule 746.5617(a)(2). High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Feb 9, 2022.

All 24 visits on record
Inspections, investigations and reports to the state
DateVisitWhat the record says
Feb 12, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Mar 6, 2025InspectionNo violation found
Oct 10, 2024InspectionNo violation found
Oct 9, 2024Report to the stateNo violation found
Oct 3, 2024InspectionNo violation found
Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo violation found
Aug 6, 2024Report to the stateNo violation found
Jul 12, 2024InspectionNo violation found
Jun 27, 2024Inspection3 deficiencies cited
May 15, 2024Report to the stateNo violation found
Apr 5, 2024InspectionNo violation found
Dec 8, 2023InspectionNo violation found
Dec 1, 2023Inspection2 deficiencies cited
Sep 8, 2023Inspection1 deficiency cited
Apr 27, 2023InspectionNo violation found
Apr 17, 2023Inspection3 deficiencies cited
Dec 15, 2022InspectionNo violation found
Dec 8, 2022Inspection2 deficiencies cited
Aug 30, 2022InspectionNo violation found
Aug 22, 2022Inspection1 deficiency cited
Aug 2, 2022Inspection2 deficiencies cited
Jul 22, 2022Inspection6 deficiencies cited
Feb 23, 2022Inspection1 deficiency cited
Feb 9, 2022Inspection2 deficiencies cited

Is it licensed?

  • Licensed Center, permit issued Aug 26, 2021.
  • Accepts state child care subsidies.
  • Licensed for ages: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School.
  • Capacity: 64 children.
Source:

Texas HHSC, child care operations. Released Oct 31, 2026. Updated daily.

Has Texas acted against it?

  • No corrective or adverse action by Texas on record.
  • 3 reports to the state on record; Texas doesn’t publish whether they were .
Source:

Texas HHSC, child care operations and inspections and investigations. Released Oct 31, 2026. Updated daily.

Who does the caring?

  • Texas doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual providers. State rules set staff-to-child ratios by age.

Who owns it?

  • Texas’s open data doesn’t list owners.

How is it rated?

  • Texas Rising Star: 3-Star (the middle of three levels).
Source:

Texas Workforce Commission, subsidy providers and Texas Rising Star. Released Nov 2, 2026. Updated daily.

How does it compare nearby?

  • Among 479 child care providers in Hidalgo County, the middle value for deficiencies cited in the last three years was 3; this one had 5.
Source:

Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Oct 31, 2026. Updated daily.

11 of the 479 in Hidalgo County, as the source lists them, same ZIP code first
PlaceDeficiencies, 3 years
Building My Future Academy1
Kaleidoscope Ll Early Childhood Learning K.c. This child care provider5
Escandon Head Start2
Sanjuanita Cantu4
Sam Houston Head Start Campus1
Millenium Kids Academy #3 LLC0
Little Roots Learning Center6
Wonder Kids Academy LLC0
Nancy Edith Garza3
Lourdes Martinez3
Little Dreamers Learning Academy0
Valley Oak Tree No.11

What the record doesn’t say

  • Texas doesn’t publish whether a complaint was substantiated.
  • Texas rates some paperwork slips as High risk, so read what was actually cited.
  • Texas doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual providers.

Sources

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Source:

This copy of the record was made on Nov 2, 2026.

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Not fully inspected in over two years (CMS flag)

11 health citations at the latest inspection cycle

The state average is 14.3.

Source:

CMS, State and US Averages and Health Deficiencies. Released Oct 28, 2026. Updated monthly.

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