Happy Hearts Daycare
BROWNSVILLE, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address4115 N EXPRESSWAY # 83 BROWNSVILLE TX- 78520 9353
CityBROWNSVILLE, TX
CountyCAMERON
Phone9565512844
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-07:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Capacity49
SubsidiesN
License dateMay 28, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High4
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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4115 N EXPRESSWAY # 83 BROWNSVILLE TX- 78520 9353, BROWNSVILLE, TX
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- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/24/2026
- High4
- Medium-High4
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.48114/24/2026
746.4811(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Bucket Swings - in Front and Rear
The bucket swings did not have the use zone from front to rear at the time of inspection. The equipment will not be used until the use zone has been added.
Corrected 5/1/2026 - High riskStandard 746.51014/24/2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The most recent fire inspection was conducted on 11/20/2024.
Corrected 5/8/2026 - Medium riskStandard 746.52054/24/2026
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
The operation did not have the documentation of drills available for review at the time of inspection.
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.49014/24/2026
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
Observed a climbing dome in the outdoor playground without any surfacing at the time of inspection. The equipment will not be used until the surfacing is added.
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34014/24/2026
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
The most recent helath inspection was conducted on 11/27/2024.
Corrected 5/8/2026
2025
- High riskStandard 746.56174/29/2025
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
Vehicles used for transportation does not have a fire extinguisher.
Corrected 5/1/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.28034/29/2025
746.2803(2) - Discipline - Appropriate to Child's Level of Understanding
Observed caregiver discipline a child inappropriately by placing the child in the playplen for misbehaving.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - High riskStandard 746.56174/29/2025
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
Both transportation vehilces do not have a first aid kit in the vehicle at the time of inspection.
Corrected 4/30/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.6034/29/2025
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
5 children's files were evaluated and 2 did not have the health statement on file at the time of inspection.
Corrected 5/6/2025 - Medium riskStandard 745.6513/17/2025
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
Background check was not validated. CORRECTED AT INSPECTION as validation was completed at the time of inspection.
Corrected at inspection
2024
- Medium riskStandard 746.50112/20/2024
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
Changes need to be made to the operational policies. Emergency preparedness plan, outdoor activities, sunscreen/ insect repellant administration, release procedures, transportation, medical emergency procedures, abuse/neglect inforamation, hearing and vision requirements, special needs care, and enrollment procedures need to be reviewed.
Corrected 12/23/2024 - High risk12/20/2024
HRC42.041(a) - Illegal Operation - Not Licensed
The operation had 18 children enrolled and in care at the time of the application inspection. The daycare has been caring for children since December 2, 2024.
Corrected 12/20/2024
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
$976/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: BROWNSVILLE, CAMERON County
- Capacity: 49
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 1
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