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Kids First Learning Academy

225 W Park Ave, Pharr, TX 78577 · Hidalgo County
Accepts child care subsidies

Kids First Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Pharr, TX, licensed for up to 36 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2022. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 14 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 32 citations, 3 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (12 of 32). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. 28% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #47 of 47 centers in Pharr and better than 8% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 8%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#47 of 47 centers in Pharr
3High risk
11Medium High risk
14Medium risk
4Medium Low risk
0Low risk
32 citations from 14 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 28, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jan 28, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 22, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundFeb 25, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundApr 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 16, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 20, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundSep 19, 2022 · Inspection · no citationSep 9, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 30, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMar 1, 2022 · Assessment · citation foundJan 26, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundDec 20, 2021 · Inspection · citation foundNov 4, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 28, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 25, 2021 · Inspection · citation foundOct 5, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety12
Records & paperwork10
Staff ratios3
Health & medication2
Training & qualifications2
Sleep safety1
Background checks1
Other standards1

Citations, newest first

MediumJan 28, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products- Annual Certification §746.4135(b)
The Children's Product Certification has not been certified since 2022.
Correction verified Feb 5, 2026
Medium LowJan 22, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, determined the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
Correction verified Jan 26, 2026
HighFeb 25, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
There was a caregiver at the center that had a deactivated background check. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver was sent home.
Correction verified Mar 5, 2025
Medium HighFeb 25, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Poisonous/Toxic Materials Stored Separate from Food §746.3317(10)
In the kitchen counter top there were cleaning supplies were food is prepped. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver stored the cleaning supplies away from the area where food is prepped.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighFeb 25, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal §746.5101(b)
Fire inspection has expired, it has not been conducted since 3/27/2023.
Correction verified Mar 7, 2025
MediumFeb 25, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name §746.3501(5)
In the infant room there a labeled diaper rash cream in another childs bin. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection when caregiver removed the diaper rash cream from the bin and disposed of it in the garbage bin.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMar 21, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Two of the four employee records are missing annual trainings: Hazardous materials, allergic reactions, medical administrations, building safety, communicable diseases, emergency preparedness, 1 hour abuse/neglect,
Correction verified Apr 3, 2024
Medium LowMar 21, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment §746.901(1)
One of the 4 employee records reviewed is missing the application form that includes date of employment.
Correction verified Mar 21, 2024
MediumApr 11, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
In the outdoor playground area there was a broken toy accessible to the children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed the toy from the playground area and disposed of it in the large garbage bin outside of the operation.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMar 27, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal §746.5101(b)
Fire inspection is expired, the date the fire inspection was last conducted was on October 25, 2021.
Correction verified Mar 27, 2023
Medium HighOct 20, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily §746.4751(a)
The outdoor area was inspected and was not kept in a sanitary manner. Leaves were all over the play area on top of toys making the toys to be unsanitary for the children to use. There were spider webs in the play structure.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2022
Medium LowOct 20, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name §746.401(9)
Employees list was posted but had not been updated to have the new employees on the list. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the list was updated and posted on the wall.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMar 30, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records Maintained §746.603(a)
Student records were reviewed during inspection the following documents were missing: 2 out of 4 student records were missing a statement of the child s health from a health-care professional. 1 out of 4 student records was missing Immunization record.
Correction verified Apr 6, 2022
MediumMar 30, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
While reviewing staff records the following was missing: 4 out of the 4 staff records were missing the employment date. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver wrote down the date of employment. 1 out of the 4 staff records had an expired driver's license. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director made a copy of the new driver's license and put it in the staff's file. 2 out of 4 staff files needed to fill out the orientation section on form 2947. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director filled out the section.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMar 30, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center §746.401(5)
Activity plan and daily menu was not posted with required postings for parents to see.
Correction verified Mar 30, 2022
MediumMar 30, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name §746.4503(b)
Child was observed on incorrect mat that was not labeled with the child's name. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver moved the child to the mat labeled with the child's name.
Corrected during the visit
Medium LowMar 1, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.
Correction verified Mar 4, 2022
MediumJan 26, 2022InspectionBackground checks
Background Checks Kept Confidential §746.201(6)
Back ground check was missing from 4 out of 4 staff files. NOTE: Director printed out the background checks for 4 out of the 4 missing employee background forms.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJan 26, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation §746.401(2)
Operation did not have the most recent licensing form posted. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when director printed the form 2936 and posted it on the parent notification wall at the entrance of the operation.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighDec 20, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
Garbage bins in two restrooms did not have a lid on them making garbage accessible to children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed the garbage bins from the restrooms.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 25, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
Operation has a 5ft tall play structure surrounded by 1-4 inches of gravel.
Correction verified Oct 28, 2021
MediumOct 25, 2021InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Four personnel files were reviewed. One file is missing high school diploma and statement regarding center /personnel and orientation.
Correction verified Oct 29, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
Operation has a 5ft tall play structure surrounded by 1-3 inches of gravel.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
MediumOct 5, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities §746.2206(1)
Infant daily schedule is missing morning and afternoon outdoor play and tummy time. Toddler's daily schedule is missing 30 minutes of physical and outdoor activity. PreK daily schedule is missing 30 min of physical activity.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Orientation-Minimum Standards §746.1303(1)
Operation does not have an Orientation Curriculum.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
MediumOct 5, 2021InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
Operation Policies were reviewed and the following is missing: -Inspect repellent and sunscreen policy -Parent participation policy -policy regarding vision and hearing screening -safe sleep policy -physical and outdoor activity policy
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps §746.2407
Three out of the six bucket seats in the infant room are missing safety straps. One of the seats without straps was used by a child during lunch.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
HighOct 5, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
Last fire inspection was conducted on March 5, 2019.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
MediumOct 5, 2021InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Four personnel files were reviewed. Files need to be updated to reflect new ownership. One file is missing hired date statement regarding center/personnel and orientation. A second file is missing hired date and center policies statement. A third file is missing hired date, high school diploma and statement regarding center /personnel and orientation.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over §746.3701(9)
There is a TV in the prek room that is not anchored.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
HighOct 5, 2021InspectionOther standards
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads §746.2411(2)(A)
Two out of three play-yards in the infant room have 2-4in space between the mattress and edge of the play yard.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021
Medium HighOct 5, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures §746.5202(1)
Emergency Preparedness Plan was reviewed and the following items are missing: -Lock Down Procedure -Indications of how children under the age of 24months and children with limited mobility will be evacuated / relocated -How children will be accounted for -What document ion will be taken during evacuation / relocation -How will staff continue the care of children
Correction verified Oct 25, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity36 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceApr 25, 2022
DirectorJoyce Anzaldua
Phone9566386988
State operation #1727895

Common questions

Does Kids First Learning Academy take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Kids First Learning Academy’s hours?

7 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Kids First Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Kids First Learning Academy cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Kids First Learning Academy for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Lower Rio Grande Valley area, which includes Pharr, is $35.60 a day for infants, $34.40 a day for toddlers and $33.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Kids First Learning Academy had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 3 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Feb 25, 2025: “AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Kids First Learning Academy compare with other daycares in Pharr?

It is #47 of 47 centers in Pharr by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 8% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Kids First Learning Academy last inspected?

Jan 28, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 1727895 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.