Totally Kids Academy LLC
1703 W OWASSA RD, Edinburg, TX 78539 · Hidalgo County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 121
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Alisia Gutierrez
- Phone
- (956) 884-7076
- Regulated since
- Jun 4, 2024
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1447516 · number 1774981
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (1), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 4 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (1), Staff background & training (2), Other (1) |
| 2024 | 8 | 6 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (1), Safety & premises (3), Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2023 | 16 | 9 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (5), Safety & premises (1), Food & allergies (1), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (1), Other (3) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jul 23, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The child care operation did not have a current fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-27. Correction verified 2026-07-27.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 26, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 11, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 9, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A caregiver unintentionally pulled a child's arm, resulting in an injury to the child.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-19. Correction verified 2026-08-19.
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Other Serious
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Jul 11, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Recite: A caregiver hired on 11/04/24 did not have the following 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
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-17. Correction verified 2025-07-17.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 23, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
A caregiver hired on 11/04/24 did not have the following 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
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-11.
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Other
Six infants did not have a current infant feeding instructions.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-25. Correction verified 2025-07-02.
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Staff background & training
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Jan 21, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation failed to submit the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by 1/15/25.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-01-22. Correction verified 2025-01-21.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jan 14, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 7, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
There are 12 cribs observed with chipped paint.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-18. Correction verified 2025-01-07.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Nov 21, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 13, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, the director failed to notify licensing of extended leave.
HHSC 746.1013(b) — Director's Absence - Extended Period
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-10. Correction verified 2025-01-14.
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Other
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Jun 25, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 30, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
The diaper changing mat in one of the toddler rooms was torn.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-01. Correction verified 2024-05-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Soiled diapers were observed in three different trash cans without a cover in a children's restroom. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as covers were placed on the trash cans.
HHSC 746.3505(f) — Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-04-30.
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Safety & premises Serious
Most recent fire inspection provided is dated 4/26/2023 and a renewal inspection is due every twelve months.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-06. Correction verified 2024-05-06.
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Safety & premises Serious
Fire extinguishers were not currently serviced. The last service date was on March 2023.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-03. Correction verified 2024-05-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Mar 11, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 30, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver counted in the child/caregiver ratio was missing 18 clock hours of pre-service training.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-09. Correction verified 2024-03-01.
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Illness & medication
A child's record reviewed was missing the immunization documentation. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the child's immunization records were obtained.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-01-30.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Nov 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 30, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two caregivers with education received outside of the United States did not have the education documentation translated in English.
HHSC 746.1111 — Education Outside of U.S.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-06. Correction verified 2023-11-06.
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver caring for a group of children did not have training in pediatric firs aid.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-06. Correction verified 2023-11-13.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver was observed caring for 7 infants. The ages of the children in the group were two 7 month olds, a 10 month old, two 11 month olds, a 13 month old, and a 15 month old. According to the ratio chart the maximum number of children one caregiver may supervise is 5. The group was out of ratio by two children. Not: A second caregiver stepped into the room during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-30. Correction verified 2023-11-13.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There was more than an 18 month difference when a 16 month old infant was combined with toddler and pre-k children during naptime. The oldest child in thee group was 3 years old and the youngest child was 16 months old.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-30. Correction verified 2023-11-13.
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Other
Two infants sitting at a table were provided screen time as they were watching a video (Ms. Rahcel) on a tablet device during nap time. Note:This was addressed with the caregivers in the infant room and a caregiver turned off and removed the electronic device from the table.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-30. Correction verified 2023-11-13.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two infants were observed sitting at a table without the safety straps fastened.
HHSC 746.2407 — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The lighting in an infant room was not adequate to allow visual supervision of all children in the group at all times during naptime.
HHSC 746.2911 — Adequate Lighting During Naptime
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-30. Correction verified 2023-11-13.
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Records & paperwork
There was no file available for a child in care.
HHSC 746.801(1) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-03. Correction verified 2023-11-13.
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Staff background & training
Two caregiver's were missing the following information on their records: A caregiver with DOE 8/28/2023 was missing a notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment form, A statement signed and dated by the employee showing he has received a copy of the child-care centers: (A) Operational policies; and (B) Personnel policies; and A statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation. A second employee with a DOE 8/14/2023 was missing A statement signed and dated by the employee showing he has received a copy of the child-care centers: (A) Operational policies; and (B) Personnel policies; and A statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-03. Correction verified 2023-11-13.
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Other
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Aug 29, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 15, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
No use of screen-time activities was observed in any of the groups of children present during inspection. However, a photograph of a child sent to a parent revels that a child was participating in screen time activities while having a snack on 8/11/2023 at around 1:08pm.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-15. Correction verified 2023-08-29.
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Food & allergies
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Aug 11, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Based on evidence gathered during the investigation, the operation allowed an individual without a background check to be in contact with children in the infant classroom on 8/4/2023.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-08-15. Correction verified 2023-08-29.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Aug 4, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Child/Caregiver Ratio was deficient during the inspection as 1 caregiver was left alone with 9 infants with a Specified Age Group of 0-11 months old. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by a second caregiver joining the classroom and ratio being met.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-15.
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Other
A Pre-K child was observed playing a video game on a phone/tablet device during nap time. NOTE: This was corrected. Caregiver placed a mat for the child to rest and electronic device was removed.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-08-04. Correction verified 2023-08-15.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jul 25, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An individual with a pending background check was observed providing care of children. A second individual without a background check was inside a classroom with children. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by both individuals leaving the premises and qualified caregivers joining each classroom.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-25. Correction verified 2023-08-04.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Caregiver in the toddler classroom did not wash hands after completing a diaper change on a child.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-26. Correction verified 2023-08-04.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 2, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Operational policies were incomplete for Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.
HHSC 746.501(a)(18) — Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-06-05. Correction verified 2023-06-02.
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Supervision & ratios
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