New Horizons Learning Academy
MCALLEN, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address5253 N 23RD ST MCALLEN TX- 78504 4010
CityMCALLEN, TX
CountyHIDALGO
Phone9566185437
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity66
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 30, 2020
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High13
- Medium8
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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5253 N 23RD ST MCALLEN TX- 78504 4010, MCALLEN, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/30/2026
- High2
- Medium-High4
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.34073/30/2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Ceiling tiles throughout the facility were observed with water damage. Vents were also observed covered in dust and debris.
Corrected 4/13/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.8014/29/2025
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
Feeding instructions were not available for review for one infant.
Corrected 4/30/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.9014/29/2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
2 staff files were not available for review. 1 staff file was missing an affidavit and a preemployment affidavit.
Corrected 5/2/2025 - High riskStandard 746.12054/29/2025
746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
A child was observed alone down a hallway in the restroom and was asking for assistance with no caregiver around.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34174/29/2025
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
Handwashing was not observed before children ate breakfast.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.33134/29/2025
746.3313(2) - Daily Menus - May Rotate if Keep Record of Dates Menus Used
Menu was observed not being followed.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.33014/29/2025
746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
Water was not observed available during breakfast.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.22074/29/2025
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Infants ranging from 5 months to 12 months were observed watching t.v.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.22094/29/2025
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Activity plans were not posted in 3 classrooms. Activity plans were posted in 2 classrooms with a date of October 2024.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.25074/29/2025
746.2507(2) - Activities for Toddlers - Provide Thinking Skills and Sensory Development
Two classrooms were observed with not enough play equipment.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.16054/29/2025
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Infants were combined with older children. The youngest child was 5 months while the oldest was 5 years old.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - High riskStandard 746.24174/29/2025
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
Infants were observed in restrictive devices for over 15 minutes.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.22064/29/2025
746.2206(1)(A) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - Infant Birth to 12 Months
Only one opportunity for outdoor play was observed.
Corrected 5/2/2025
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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
$1,572/month
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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: 66
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 6
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