# Kids Being Kids Academy Kids Being Kids Academy is a licensed child care program (child care center) in Mcallen, TX serving ages Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School, with 68 licensed seats. It is regulated by TX HHSC. ## Key facts - Status: Full Permit · Operating - Address: 1521 Trenton Rd, Mcallen, TX 78504 - Ages: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School - Capacity: 68 - License/permit: 1527477 - Operator: not published - Phone: (956) 495-6114 - Hours: 07:30 AM-06:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) - Accepts child care subsidies: yes - Official regulator profile: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/OperationDetails?operationId=1127623 ## Inspection record 17 findings across 9 Texas HHSC inspections (2022-09-01 to 2026-06-30); 9 rated serious; 0 open at last record. - 2026-06-24 — Supervision & ratios, Medium-high risk, Correction verified 2026-06-30: Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age: The infant room was observed with 21 children. The youngest child was 7 months and the oldest was 4 years old. The operation had more than 12 children in care. *3 children ages 7m, 9m and 18m remained in the infant room with 1 caregiver. All other children were moved to the pre-k room with 2 caregivers* (§746.1605(1); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-1605-1)) - 2025-07-17 — Staff qualifications & clearances, Medium risk, Correction verified 2025-07-21: Children's Records - Immunizations: 1 out of 6 childrens records reviewed is missing immunizations records. (§746.603(a)(4); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-603-a-4)) - 2025-07-17 — Staff qualifications & clearances, Medium-high risk, Correction verified 2025-07-21: Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required: A caregiver providing care for children 24 months and younger is missing training in SIDS, Brain Development and SBS. (§746.1309(d); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-1309-d)) - 2024-08-19 — Facilities & equipment, High risk, Correction verified 2024-09-03: Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible: An infant was observed asleep on a bouncer. Note: The infant was later placed in their assigned crib/play pen. (§746.2426(a)(2); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-2426-a-2)) - 2024-08-19 — Staff qualifications & clearances, Medium risk, Correction verified 2024-09-03: Documented Annual Training- Required Content: Five caregivers did not have the following required annual training topics: (1)Emergency preparedness (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations (3)Administering medication (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials (§746.1309(e); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-1309-e)) - 2024-08-19 — Facilities & equipment, Medium-high risk, Correction verified 2024-09-03: Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment: The hallway leading to a classroom has a loose closet door that presents a safety concern in the event of a fall. (§746.3407; [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-3407)) - 2024-08-19 — Records, permits & program, Medium risk, Correction verified 2024-09-03: Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood: The infant daily report was missing the following sections: Mood and Activities. (§746.2431(4); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-2431-4)) - 2024-08-19 — Fire safety & emergency drills, Medium risk, Correction verified 2024-09-03: Documentation of Drills: The monthly fire drills have not been documented. (§746.5205(4); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-5205-4)) - 2023-09-11 — Staff qualifications & clearances, Low risk, Correction verified 2023-09-20: Director Annual Training - More than 5 years experience: Director did not have the 3 hours of training on management. (§746.1311(f)(2); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-1311-f-2)) - 2023-08-25 — Facilities & equipment, Medium-high risk, Correction verified 2023-09-11: Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment: There was a loose section of the bottom moulding trim in the infant room which created a small opening on the wall. There were water stains on the ceiling on one of the classrooms used by the children. (§746.3407; [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-3407)) - 2023-08-25 — Staff qualifications & clearances, Medium risk, Correction verified 2023-09-11: Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records: Training certificates were not available for review. (§746.801(3); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-801-3)) - 2023-08-25 — Records, permits & program, Medium risk, Correction verified 2023-09-11: Education Outside of U.S.: Two translated education documents for two caregivers did not indicate the equivalency of education in the U.S.A. (§746.1111; [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-1111)) - 2023-08-25 — Supervision & ratios, Medium-high risk, Correction verified 2023-09-11: Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children: There was one caregiver caring for 5 infants. The specified age for the group was 0-11 months which allows 4 infants to 1 caregiver. Note The ratios were left in compliance as an additional caregiver was put in the classroom. (§746.1601; [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-1601)) - 2022-09-01 — Staff qualifications & clearances, Medium risk, Correction verified 2022-09-16: Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required: The director did not have the following required annual training topics: -Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations -Administering medication -Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction -Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic (§746.1311(a); [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-1311-a)) - 2022-09-01 — Fire safety & emergency drills, Medium-high risk, Correction verified 2022-09-13: Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional: There was no Food Allergy Emergency Plan for a child diagnosed with a food allergy. (§746.3819; [type](https://www.kinfield.site/violation/tx-tac-746-3819)) - …and 2 more on the source page. ## Nearby programs - [Mcallen Learning Center & Daycare LLC](https://www.kinfield.site/facility/tx-hhsc-1368988) — 0.98 km, capacity 66 - [Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center LLC](https://www.kinfield.site/facility/tx-hhsc-1432565) — 1.19 km, capacity 24 - [Val-Ado, INC. 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