Escandon Head Start

2901 COLBATH AVE, McAllen, TX 78503Open
Head Start
D

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

42 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: Open

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

March 5, 2026

Provenance

Texas licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
Escandon Head Start
License number
1722703
Location
2901 COLBATH AVE, McAllen, TX 78503
Status
Open
Safety grade
D (Below Average), score 60.3/100
Inspection record
42 inspections, last inspected March 5, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

D
Below Average60.3 / 100
Health100/100
Safety3/100
Staffing70/100
Compliance80/100

15

Total Violations

Mar 5, 2026

Last Inspection

109

Capacity

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (15)

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(5)Feb 9, 2026

Based on the evidence obtained it is determined that the operation was not in compliance with supervision as the caregiver was not able to intervene to avoid the accident form occurring.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-10

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(5)Feb 9, 2026

Based on the evidence obtained it is determined that the operation was not in compliance with supervision as the caregiver was not able to intervene to avoid the accident form occurring.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-10

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(5)Feb 9, 2026

Based on the evidence obtained it is determined that the operation was not in compliance with supervision as the caregiver was not able to intervene to avoid the accident form occurring.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-10

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2206(1)Feb 29, 2024

Outdoor activity plan only has one opportunity for outdoor play. A minimum of two outdoor opportunities needs to be included in the activity plan.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-04

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2206(1)Feb 29, 2024

Outdoor activity plan only has one opportunity for outdoor play. A minimum of two outdoor opportunities needs to be included in the activity plan.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-04

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2206(1)Feb 29, 2024

Outdoor activity plan only has one opportunity for outdoor play. A minimum of two outdoor opportunities needs to be included in the activity plan.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-04

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2206(1)Feb 29, 2024

Outdoor activity plan only has one opportunity for outdoor play. A minimum of two outdoor opportunities needs to be included in the activity plan.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-04

CRITICALSAFETY746.3701May 4, 2022

Four nail head protrusions within children's reach were observed in the outdoor play area of the operation. Exposed nails were located next to the main playground area. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection. Protrusions were removed by maintenance staff.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.3701May 4, 2022

Four nail head protrusions within children's reach were observed in the outdoor play area of the operation. Exposed nails were located next to the main playground area. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection. Protrusions were removed by maintenance staff.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.3701May 4, 2022

Four nail head protrusions within children's reach were observed in the outdoor play area of the operation. Exposed nails were located next to the main playground area. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection. Protrusions were removed by maintenance staff.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.3701May 4, 2022

Four nail head protrusions within children's reach were observed in the outdoor play area of the operation. Exposed nails were located next to the main playground area. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection. Protrusions were removed by maintenance staff.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSTAFFING745.621(a)(2)Jan 28, 2022

An employee present during inspection did not have an active background check. NOTE: Employee left the operation. Background check was ran during inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-01-28

CRITICALSTAFFING745.621(a)(2)Jan 28, 2022

An employee present during inspection did not have an active background check. NOTE: Employee left the operation. Background check was ran during inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-01-28

CRITICALSTAFFING745.621(a)(2)Jan 28, 2022

An employee present during inspection did not have an active background check. NOTE: Employee left the operation. Background check was ran during inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-01-28

CRITICALSTAFFING745.621(a)(2)Jan 28, 2022

An employee present during inspection did not have an active background check. NOTE: Employee left the operation. Background check was ran during inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-01-28

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Escandon Head Start's safety grade?

Escandon Head Start has a safety grade of D (Below Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 60.3 out of 100.

How many violations does Escandon Head Start have?

Escandon Head Start has 15 total violations on record, including 11 critical, 4 serious, and 0 minor.

When was Escandon Head Start last inspected?

Escandon Head Start was last inspected on March 5, 2026.

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