Melly's Day Care
MCALLEN, TX·Licensed Child-Care HomeLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address3109 N 24TH 1/2 ST MCALLEN TX- 78501 6266
CountyHIDALGO
Phone9566872034
Operating details
Hours05:00 AM-10:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun
Capacity12
SubsidiesY
License dateJanuary 6, 2000
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/1/2025 · 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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3109 N 24TH 1/2 ST MCALLEN TX- 78501 6266, MCALLEN, TX 78501 6266
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/1/2025
- High3
- Medium-High5
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 747.23198/1/2025
747.2319(2) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
Based on DFPS finding it is determined that the operation was propping bottles with a blanket on child's bouncer and crib for feeding time since child was not able to hold bottle on their own.
Corrected 8/6/2025 - High riskStandard 747.23268/1/2025
747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Based on DFPS findings it is determined that an infant was left asleep while in a highchair and was not removed from restrictive device.
Corrected 8/6/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 747.10078/1/2025
747.1007(5) - Primary Caregiver in Registered Home Qualifications - pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR
Based on DFPS findings, it is determined that the operation primary caregiver and assistant caregiver did not have current pediatric first- aid and CPR
Corrected 8/6/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 747.1178/1/2025
747.117(b) - Permit holder responsibilities- Licensed Homes
Based on the preponderance of evidence obtained by DFPS it is determined that the permit holder is not meeting their responsibilities based on operational policies and is caring for children after operating hours past 10pm.
Corrected 9/19/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 747.33038/1/2025
747.3303(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
Based on DFPS findings it is determined that the operation was using stacked nap cots as a diaper changing area.
Corrected 8/6/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 747.24058/1/2025
747.2405(1) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
Based on the preponderance of evidence obtained by DFPS it is determined that the operation was allowing children to sleep in highchairs and not placing them in age-appropriate sleeping equipment.
Corrected 9/19/2025 - High riskStandard 747.31174/30/2025
747.3117(6) - Food Service and Preparation - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
Whole grapes were served for snak time.
Corrected 4/30/2025 - Medium riskStandard 747.6034/30/2025
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
2 of the 5 records reviewed where not available for review.
Corrected 4/30/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 747.54171/3/2025
747.5417(b) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Carry Current Driver's License
Based on the preponderance obtained it is determined that the operation caregiver does not have a current driver's license.
Corrected 2/1/2025
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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
$1,442/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: 12
- Type: Licensed Child-Care Home
- Years in operation: 27
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