Val-Ado, Inc. dba Playhouse 3 Learning & Development
MCALLEN, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address5709 N 10TH ST MCALLEN TX- 78504 2604
CityMCALLEN, TX
CountyHIDALGO
Phone9566877272
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-07:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Capacity81
SubsidiesY
License dateMay 12, 2017
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High13
- Medium9
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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5709 N 10TH ST MCALLEN TX- 78504 2604, MCALLEN, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/22/2026
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.55375/22/2026
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Documentation date of March 13, 2026 for last test date of carbon monoxide detector. *This was corrected at inspection when the carbon monoxide detector was tested and documented.*
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 746.52055/22/2026
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Last fire drill conducted was dated 2/25/26. *This was corrected during inspection when a fire drill was conducted and documented.*
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 746.53075/22/2026
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Last serviced tag date of october 2023.
Corrected 6/26/2026 - High riskStandard 746.51015/22/2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Most recent fire inspection with a date of 6/19/24.
Corrected 6/26/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.17016/10/2025
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
A caregiver was observed careing for the following ages alone: 12m, 18m, 3yr, 2yr, 3yr, 3yr, 2yr and 3yr.
Corrected 6/10/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.6036/10/2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
5 out of 8 children s records reviewed are missing the following: 1) Admission date, Emergency contact other than a parent 2) Admission date 3) Emergency contact other than a parent, Emergency care authorization 4) Address for emergency contact 5) Admission date, Emergency contact other than a parent, Healthcare provider statement
Corrected 6/20/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.52056/10/2025
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Operation had not conducted a fire drill for the year 2025. *This was corrected at inspection when a fire drill was conducted and exit time was 2minutes 53 seconds.
Corrected at inspection
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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
$1,153/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: MCALLEN, HIDALGO County
- Capacity: 81
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 9
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