The Apple Tree Daycare, Inc. III
EDINBURG, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address3722 S SUGAR RD EDINBURG TX- 78539 9694
CityEDINBURG, TX
CountyHIDALGO
Phone9563181138
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-07:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity144
SubsidiesY
License dateJuly 28, 2015
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High10
- Medium11
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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3722 S SUGAR RD EDINBURG TX- 78539 9694, EDINBURG, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/5/2026
- High1
- Medium-High8
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low riskStandard 746.13093/5/2026
746.1309(g) - Documented Annual Training-Self-Instructional 80%
Director completed 30 annual training hours of which 7 hours were self-study training. The self-study trainings are the required annual training topics.
Corrected 3/9/2026
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.11074/1/2025
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
An employee was responsible for supervising a group of children; however, this individual does not fulfill the educational requirements necessary to qualify as a caregiver. Corrected at Inspection: A qualified caregiver was placed in the classroom.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13153/14/2025
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Three caregivers completed Pediatric CPR training online without hands-on skill-based instruction, and practice.
Corrected 3/19/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.38193/14/2025
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a Food Allergy Emergency Plan.
Corrected 3/19/2025 - High riskStandard 746.56173/14/2025
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The fire extinguisher was not secured in one of the transportation vehicles.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.10133/14/2025
746.1013(c) - Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Employees did not know the person in charge in the absence of the director.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.22073/14/2025
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
The group of toddlers were viewing a children's video while waiting for their meal.
Corrected 3/14/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34073/14/2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
There were three vents and ceiling fans with dust and debris.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.8013/14/2025
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
The documentation for the fire drills and sheltering/lockdown drills was not fully completed for 2024. There were several dates missing on the forms.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.45033/14/2025
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
There was a torn mat used by a child during naptime.
Corrected 3/14/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.8013/14/2025
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
The director did not have a time sheets.
Corrected 3/17/2025
2024
- Medium riskStandard 746.111110/29/2024
746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
1 out of 10 employee files reviewed is missing translation of education.
Corrected 11/29/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.520510/29/2024
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Observed documentation of last fire drill conducted on 1-31-24.
Corrected 10/31/2024 - Medium riskStandard 746.60310/29/2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
9 out of 10 childrens records reviewed is missing the following: 1) Admission Date 2) Emergency Contact Address, Special Care Statement, Healthcare Provider Statement, Immunization Information 3) Emergency Contact other than a parent 4) Emergency Contact Address, Emergency Care Authorization, Special Care Statement 5) Date of Admission, Special Care Statement 6) Date of Admission, 7) Date of Admission, Name of School/Address/Phone Number 8) Date of Admission, Address of Emergecny Contact, Special Care Statement, School information, Healthcare Statement, Immunization records, Permission to ride bus/walk 9) Iimmunization Records
Corrected 11/12/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.553710/29/2024
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Carbon Monoxide Detector had not been tested for the year 2024. *This was corrected at inspection when the Carbon Monoxide Detector was tested and in compliance.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 746.130110/29/2024
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
2 out of 10 employee files reviewed are missing First Aid and CPR Training.
Corrected 11/5/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,439/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Texas by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: EDINBURG, HIDALGO County
- Capacity: 144
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 11
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