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PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center

824 E Exp Way 83, La Joya, TX 78560 · Hidalgo County
4 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in La Joya, TX, licensed for up to 64 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2004. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 14 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 38 citations, 7 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (11 of 38). 14 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 high-risk. 21% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #392 of 397 centers in Hidalgo County and better than 2% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 2%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #392 of 397 centers in Hidalgo County
7High risk
20Medium High risk
9Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
1Low risk
38 citations from 14 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 30, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 30, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 29, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 27, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 6, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 2, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundOct 16, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundNov 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundNov 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 25, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 26, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundNov 8, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications11
Staff ratios6
Building & playground safety6
Sleep safety5
Records & paperwork4
Health & medication3
Food & feeding2
Other standards1

Citations, newest first

HighMay 14, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the operation allowed a caregiver to care for a group of children prior to receiving the notification of the person's background check eligibility.
Correction verified May 14, 2026
HighMay 14, 2026InspectionSleep safety
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 §746.2426(a)(2)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver allowed an infant to fall asleep in a restrictive device (swing) for approximately twelve minutes before removing the infant from the device and placing the infant in a crib.
Correction verified May 14, 2026
Medium HighApr 6, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child §746.3415(4)
While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash their hands after conducting a diaper change.
Correction verified Apr 27, 2026
Medium HighApr 6, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands §746.3505(b)
While reviewing video footage it was observed that a caregiver in the infant room did not wash an infant's hands after conducting a diaper change.
Correction verified Apr 27, 2026
HighApr 2, 2026Found during an investigationStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the operation allowed a caregiver to care for a group of children prior to receiving the notification of the person's background check eligibility.
Correction verified May 14, 2026
HighApr 2, 2026Found during an investigationSleep safety
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 §746.2426(a)(2)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver allowed an infant to fall asleep in a restrictive device (swing) for approximately twelve minutes before removing the infant from the device and placing the infant in a crib.
Correction verified May 14, 2026
MediumOct 2, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
2 of 10 children's records reviewed were missing the child's immunization record.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2025
MediumOct 2, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
A caregiver was missing annual training for training year 7/7/2024 - 7/6/2025 on the following topics: (1) Prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment; (2) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (3) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); (4) Understanding early childhood brain development; (5) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (6) Administering medication; (7) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and (8) 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 Oct 10, 2025
Medium LowOct 2, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912) §746.901(5)
5 Of 6 personnel records reviewed were missing the a Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations (Form 2912).
Correction verified Oct 6, 2025
Medium HighOct 2, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training §746.1301(a)(2)(A)
Two caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratio did not have the required eight hours of pre-service training.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2025
Medium HighOct 2, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
The director and a caregiver who conducts transportation did not have current training in transportation safety.
Correction verified Oct 6, 2025
MediumOct 2, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
There were no written feeding instructions available for review for a 6 month old infant.
Correction verified Oct 6, 2025
MediumOct 2, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Physician Information §746.605(10)
1 of 10 children's records reviewed was missing the Name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or an emergency-care facility.
Correction verified Oct 6, 2025
MediumOct 2, 2025InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates §746.2205(a)(1)
The activity plans posted in the toddler room and preschool room were not labeled with the dates that the plan covers and the age group the plan is intended for. Note: The plans were labeled with the required information during inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 2, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR §746.1315(b)
Two caregivers who have unsupervised access to the group of children do not have a CPR training.
Correction verified Oct 16, 2024
Medium HighOct 2, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
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.
Correction verified Oct 16, 2024
Medium HighOct 2, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion §746.1107(2)
An employee in charge of transportation does not meet minimum qualifications for caregivers as she does not have verification confirming education requirements.
Correction verified Oct 16, 2024
Medium HighNov 28, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs §746.603(a)(8)
The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighNov 1, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System §746.631(a)
The sign in/out log for was not current. There were 24 children present and only 12 were signed in. Corrected at Inspection: All children were signed during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 25, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age §746.2405(2)
There was no crib for an 11 month old infant. The infant was asleep on a mat.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2023
HighOct 25, 2023InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
There were 4 infants (0-11 months) asleep in their cribs and were covered with a blanket. Note: The blankets were removed.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2023
Medium HighOct 25, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
Recite: There was one caregiver caring for 6 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.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2023
MediumOct 11, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
A caregiver hired did not have the 24 annual training hours for training period, 11/2021-11/2022.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2023
Medium HighOct 11, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
There are three ceiling tiles with water stains in the infant room.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2023
Medium HighOct 11, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
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.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2023
HighOct 11, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
An employee was present at the operation unsupervised with a group of children without an eligibility background check result. Note: The employee left during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 11, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training §746.1301(a)(2)(A)
A caregiver hired on 4/20/23 did not have the 24 hours of Pre-service training.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2023
Medium HighOct 11, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(a)(4)(A)
A caregiver hired on 9/26/23 did not a have CPR training and was unsupervised with a group of children. A caregiver hired on 4/20/23 did not have a CPR training.
Correction verified Oct 25, 2023
HighOct 26, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
Operation did not have a current fire inspection. Last fire inspection conducted was on 06/09/21.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
LowOct 26, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee §746.1329(d)
Three caregivers did not have documentation for the 24 hours of Pre-service training.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
MediumOct 26, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors §746.801(10)
The safety documentation for fire drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors is not being completed.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
MediumOct 26, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products- Annual Certification §746.4135(b)
The children's product certification form was not current. Corrected at Inspection: The form was reviewed, signed, and posted.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 26, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
The vent in a classroom was observed with dust and debris. Corrected at Inspection: The vent was cleaned.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 26, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
Director did not have a current transportation training.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
Medium HighOct 26, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Three caregivers conducted an online CPR training.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
MediumOct 26, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name §746.4503(b)
The cots used by the children were not labeled. Corrected at Inspection: The cots were labeled with the children's name.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighNov 8, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
Loose fill surfacing (mulch) was not observed to be maintained at the proper depth for a play structure in the outdoor play area. The dirt underneath the mulch was visible. Corrected at Inspection: The structures were removed.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighNov 8, 2021InspectionFood & feeding
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional §746.3819
A Food Allergy Emergency Plan for a child was not signed by the parent and health care professional.
Correction verified Nov 9, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity64 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceSep 24, 2004
DirectorAmanda Montemayor
Phone9565855993
State operation #837747

Common questions

Does PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center take infants?

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

What are PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center’s hours?

6:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Lower Rio Grande Valley area, which includes La Joya, 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 PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 7 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on May 14, 2026: “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 PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center compare with other daycares in Hidalgo County?

It is tied for #392 of 397 centers in Hidalgo County by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 2% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was PLCC Play, Learn, Construct & Conserve Child Care Center last inspected?

Sep 30, 2026. No violations were found 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 837747 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.