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Betty's Day Care LLC

212 N Texas St, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 · Starr County
Accepts child care subsidies

Betty's Day Care LLC is a licensed child care center in Rio Grande City, TX, licensed for up to 31 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2018. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 40 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 37 citations, 10 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (7 of 37). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. 11% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #14 of 17 centers in Rio Grande City and better than 37% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 37%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#14 of 17 centers in Rio Grande City
10High risk
15Medium High risk
8Medium risk
3Medium Low risk
1Low risk
37 citations from 40 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 7, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)May 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundOct 7, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 8, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJun 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 2, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 25, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 20, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 26, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 12, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 21, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundApr 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMar 27, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 27, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 23, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 28, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 30, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 30, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationSep 29, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 31, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 10, 2023 · Inspection · no citationApr 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 28, 2023 · Inspection · no citationFeb 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundDec 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundDec 1, 2022 · Inspection · no citationDec 1, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundNov 22, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundOct 20, 2022 · Inspection · no citationOct 3, 2022 · Inspection · no citationSep 29, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 16, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 2, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 13, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundApr 11, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMar 21, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundNov 30, 2021 · Inspection · citation foundOct 15, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety7
Staff ratios5
Records & paperwork5
Training & qualifications4
Health & medication3
Sleep safety3
Other standards3
Supervision3
Food & feeding2
Caregiver conduct2

Citations, newest first

MediumMay 7, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment §746.1311(c)
Training for the following topics regarding annual training on child maltreatment was not observed for director: (1)Factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect (2)Warning signs indicating a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect (3)Procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect (4)Community organizations that have training programs available to employees, children, and parents. Transportation training for director was also observed expired.
Correction verified May 11, 2026
Medium HighJun 19, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
Walls in the kitchen were observed with yellow residue. Doors leading to the classrooms and walls were observed discolored. Fans and walls were observed with dust and debris.
Correction verified Jul 8, 2025
Medium HighApr 3, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
Outdoor play structure with a platform of 5ft was observed with less then 1/2 an inch of surfacing.
Correction verified May 2, 2025
Medium HighApr 3, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Used According to Manufacturer's Instructions §746.4601(2)
Outdoor play structure was observed altered and only intended for residential use.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2025
HighApr 3, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Required Immunizations §746.613(a)
2 out of 4 children's files were observed missing up to date immunizations.
Correction verified Apr 3, 2025
HighMay 8, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
Updated annual fire inspection was not avialble, Last inspection dated 5/4/23.
Correction verified May 9, 2024
HighSep 29, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
Two individuals with pending background checks were in operation in contact with children.
Correction verified Oct 13, 2023
HighSep 29, 2023InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
Infant observed in play yard with blanket around infant. CORRECTED when blanket was removed from infant.
Correction verified Oct 13, 2023
MediumApr 20, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children §746.1701
Observed 10 children in care of 1 caregiver with 6 children being 18-4yrs.
Correction verified May 10, 2023
MediumFeb 2, 2023InspectionOther standards
Placement of Groups - Groups Kept Separate §746.1505(1)
Oberseved infant and toddler area with a removable wall mount division open and accesiible to acces between age groups. Children and caregivers observed to be walking back and forth through open space of room.
Correction verified Feb 14, 2023
Medium HighDec 16, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training §746.1301(5)(A)
One employee records observed to be missing 20 annual training hours.
Correction verified Dec 27, 2022
HighDec 1, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
Paint cans and cleaning products observed in cabinets accessible to children, 3 different cabinets did not have a secured lock in the.
Correction verified Dec 16, 2022
HighDec 1, 2022InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
One Infant observed unsupervised on highchiar in multipurpose room while caregiver assisted that other children in restrooms to wash hands.
Correction verified Dec 16, 2022
Medium HighDec 1, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
Loose fill surfacing observed for slide, surfacing was less than the 6 inches required. When digging into the surfacing observed how the rocks have compressed and compacted making it a harder solid surface in the bottom.
Correction verified Dec 16, 2022
Medium HighDec 1, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training §746.1301(5)(A)
One employee records observed to be missing 20 annual training hours.
Correction verified Dec 16, 2022
Medium HighNov 22, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
Lights during nap time were off in classrooms. eyes needed adjusting when entering a lighted area into the dimmed light classroom.
Correction verified Dec 1, 2022
MediumNov 22, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children §746.1701
One caregiver observed supervising 11 children. . 12mo,15mo,2y,2y,2y,4y,4y,6y,10y,10y,11y. Operation was out of ratios based on number of children supervised for one caregiver when 12 or fewer children are in care.
Correction verified Dec 1, 2022
HighNov 22, 2022InspectionSupervision
Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised §746.2909(5)
One caregiver supervising three different rooms for nap time. One room had 2 infants, second room had 5 children and third room toward back of building has 4 children.
Correction verified Dec 1, 2022
HighSep 29, 2022Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Based on the information gathered during the investigation caregiver did not exercise self-control as a child was disciplined in front of the whole class humiliating the child.
Correction verified Dec 1, 2022
HighSep 29, 2022Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
Based on the information gathered during the investigation it was determined caregiver poured a bottled water down a child back as a form of punishment.
Correction verified Nov 22, 2022
HighAug 2, 2022InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
5 children observed in classroom unsupervised during nap time. CORRECTED when teacher entered classroom and was walking actively supervising.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 2, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
School age room observed durring naptime. room was dark with no lights and windows covered. CORRECTED at inspection when a curtian was opened to let some natural light in and when the restroom light was turned on with the door open.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 2, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present §746.1613(a)(6)
A total of 21 children were counted in nap time ratio, but divided into two separate classroom areas with 2 caregivers for naptime. One classroom was left unsupervised by caregiver. CORRECTED at inspection when caregiver was actively supervising the clasroom.
Correction verified Aug 16, 2022
Medium LowAug 2, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Immunizations-Immunization record must include the child's name and birth date §746.623(1)(A)
One child records reviewed missing immunization record in file.
Correction verified Aug 16, 2022
LowMay 13, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Signed Admission Form §746.607
Record evaluated, a parent or guardian signature was missing in admission form. Admission date of 1/10/2022.
Correction verified May 26, 2022
Medium HighMay 13, 2022InspectionOther standards
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Label for Each Infant §746.2411(2)(I)
Infant area observed, Play yard were not labeled with children names.
Correction verified May 26, 2022
MediumApr 11, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
Director missing hours for Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations.Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).
Correction verified Apr 21, 2022
Medium HighApr 11, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Name and Birthdate §746.605(1)
One child record was not avialble for review,
Correction verified Apr 14, 2022
MediumApr 11, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
Record evaulauted no Highschool diploma or GED in file.
Correction verified Apr 28, 2022
MediumApr 11, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children §746.1701
One caregiver was carring for 13 children in total 4 of those children were under 17 months of age. CORRECTED at inspection when two other caregivers came into operation to work.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMar 21, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
Caregiver observed during diaper change, child's hand were not washed after change. CORRECTED at inspection when instructed caregiver regarding the diapering changing instruction that are available for review on wall and caregiver took child to sink to have their hands washed.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMar 21, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Updated feeding instructions were not available for review.
Correction verified Mar 23, 2022
Medium HighMar 21, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
Loose Fill surfacing observed for play structure that measured 4Ft of height for highest play surface on the structure. Surfacing measures 1inch in depth.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2022
Medium LowMar 21, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Date of Admission §746.605(3)
One of the three files observed was missing child's admission date.
Correction verified Mar 23, 2022
Medium LowMar 21, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment §746.901(1)
One of the three files reviewed did not have an employee start date.
Correction verified Mar 23, 2022
Medium HighNov 30, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
Playground Structure observed, structure higher that five feet did not have requiered depth of loose fill surfacing, depth was less than 2 inches.
Correction verified Dec 17, 2021
Medium HighNov 30, 2021InspectionOther standards
Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure §746.4701(c)
Composite play structure observed with slides and swings
Correction verified Dec 7, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity31 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-08:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJul 13, 2018
DirectorMaria Huerta
Phone9562631440
State operation #1657082

Common questions

Does Betty's Day Care LLC take infants?

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

What are Betty's Day Care LLC’s hours?

7 AM to 8 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Betty's Day Care LLC accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Betty's Day Care LLC cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Betty's Day Care LLC for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Lower Rio Grande Valley area, which includes Rio Grande City, 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 Betty's Day Care LLC had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 10 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Apr 3, 2025: “Required Immunizations.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Betty's Day Care LLC compare with other daycares in Rio Grande City?

It is #14 of 17 centers in Rio Grande City by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 37% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Betty's Day Care LLC last inspected?

May 7, 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 1657082 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.