GLC ACADEMY
ELSA, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address309 WILSON ELSA TX- 78543
CityELSA, TX
CountyHIDALGO
Phone9562623809
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Capacity118
SubsidiesY
License dateNovember 8, 2016
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High16
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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309 WILSON ELSA TX- 78543, ELSA, TX
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/24/2026
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.12034/24/2026
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, it was observed in a video that three caregivers were using their personal phones while caring for children.
Corrected 5/19/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.33174/24/2026
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, it was observed in a video that the caregiver gave the children a snack, cookies, placing them on the table without any plates or napkins.
Corrected 5/18/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34174/24/2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, it was observed in a video a caregiver changing diapers but did not wash any of the children's hands after the diaper change.
Corrected 5/19/2026 - Medium riskStandard 746.22054/24/2026
746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, it was observed in a video that children were placed in a feeding table for 30 minutes as a waiting period while caregiver filled out forms.
Corrected 5/18/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.28034/7/2026
746.2803(4) - Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
Based on the preponderance evidence a caregiver restrained a child between a table and herself as a method of guidance and redirection of children. This method of guidance does not encourage self-control.
Corrected 5/4/2026 - High riskStandard 746.28054/7/2026
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, a child was grabbed and pulled up forcibly by a caregiver as a method of discipline and guidance.
Corrected 5/4/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.13099/26/2025
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Four out five employee records reviewed for their annual year were missing the required trainings hazardous materials, building safety, allergic reactions, medication administration emergency preparedness, and communicable diseases.
Corrected 10/6/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,412/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: ELSA, HIDALGO County
- Capacity: 118
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 10
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