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Licensed center · Laredo, TX

Little Friends L.c. LLC

  • Infant · Toddler · Preschool · School age
  • Closed now · opens tomorrow 7:30 AM
  • Capacity 91
  • Accepts child care assistance
  • School transportation

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8002 San Gabriel Dr Ste Ste B101-2-3-114
Laredo, TX 78045 Map and directions
Hours
7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Days
Mon to Fri
Ages
Infants to school age
Capacity
91 children
Meals
Meals and snacks provided
Nearby
7 other daycares within a mile

Licensing information from Texas Health and Human Services, as of Aug 16, 2026

Hours

Closed now · opens tomorrow 7:30 AM

Hours on file with the state

Hours by day of the week
SundayClosed
Monday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
WednesdayToday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayClosed

Ages, programs and features

Ages served

  • Infants
  • Toddlers
  • Preschool
  • School age

Programs and features on the state record

  • Licensed for 91 children
  • Accepts child care assistance
  • School-age care
  • Before-school care
  • Meals provided
  • After-school care
  • Snacks provided
  • Skill classes
  • Part-time care
  • Transportation to and from school
  • Field trips

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Licensing and inspection record

Published by Texas Health and Human Services, as of Aug 16, 2026. Shown as the state records it.

Permit
On the state’s list of current permits, Aug 16, 2026
Operation number
1692764
Permit type
Licensed center
Licensed since
January 2020
Adverse action on record
No
Conditions on permit
No
Corrective action
No

Inspection history

12 inspections on record, most recent Aug 5, 2026. 8 of 12 visits and reports cited a standard.

  • Aug 5, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
  • Jul 22, 2026Inspection2 standards cited
    • 745.621(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High

      AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone

      A caregiver was observed to be supervising children without an active, eligible background check.

      Corrected Jul 22, 2026 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3401(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Annual Sanitation Inspection

      The health inspection expired on July 14, 2026.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • Sep 23, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
  • Sep 17, 2025Inspection1 standard cited
    • 746.1601Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      One caregiver was observed supervising 6 children with a specified age group of 12m to 17m. Note: Another caregiver stepped in the classroom and the room was within ratio.

      Corrected Sep 17, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • Aug 19, 2025Inspection2 standards cited
    • 746.3503(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      Two diaper changing mats were observed to be torn.

      Corrected Aug 26, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.1309(e)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      One out of seven records evaluated did not have the following trainings: hazardous materials and administering medication.

      Corrected Sep 2, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo standards cited
  • Oct 10, 2024Inspection2 standards cited
    • 746.2426(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High

      Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      Six month old infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer.

      Corrected Oct 10, 2024 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.1601Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      One caregiver was observed supervising 8 children ranging from ages 7 months to 18 months. Note: It was corrected during inspection.

      Corrected Oct 10, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • Aug 23, 2024Inspection2 standards cited
    • 746.1309(e)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      Six employee files were reviewed. Two employees were missing training in allergic reactions.

      Corrected Aug 30, 2024 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.4403(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area

      The infant classroom and the toddler room have diaper changing tables. The classrooms do not have hand-washing sink.

      Corrected Sep 30, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • Nov 14, 2023Inspection4 standards cited
    • 746.611(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Low

      Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program

      Six children's files were reviewed. Five files did not include health statement signed by health care professional.

      Corrected Jan 10, 2024 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3501(6)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach

      Diaper changing supplies were within children's reach in two classrooms.

      Corrected Nov 27, 2023 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.2203(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Written Activity Plans

      Activity plans in four classrooms only included one opportunity for outdoor play. Activitiy plans in three classrooms did not include the dates and group names. Activity plan was not available for the school age classroom.

      Corrected Nov 20, 2023 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3503(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      Diaper changing mat was had two holes of approximataly 1 inch in diameter.

      Corrected Nov 14, 2023 · Technical assistance given

  • Jan 10, 2023InspectionNo standards cited
  • Dec 7, 2022Inspection9 standards cited
    • 746.5625(a)Texas HHSC risk level: High

      Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle

      Small school bus used for transportation is not equipped with the required electronic child safety alarm.

      Corrected Jan 3, 2023 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.2207(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      Infant group of children was observed watching television. Note: it was corrected during inspection, by turning off the television.

      Corrected Dec 7, 2022 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.603(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Children's Records - Admission Information

      Six children's files were evaluated. One file was missing the required admission information.

      Corrected Dec 8, 2022 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.4901(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing

      The operation has a step-2 Clubhouse Climber in the outside playground. The designated play surface has a height of 23 inches. The operation has turf grass, under the equipment.

      Corrected Dec 7, 2022 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.5537(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly

      Required monthly test for carbon monoxide detector, and monthly inpection of fire extinguishers have not been conducted since January 2022.

      Corrected Dec 8, 2022 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.501(a)(18)(F)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Written Operational Policies - Plan for Extreme Weather

      Operational policies were pending information on a plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play, local abuse and neglect organizations, hearing and vision requirements, updated immunization records, and field trips.

      Corrected Dec 16, 2022 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.631(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

      Child care operation sign in/sign out log was not maintainted, The last day it was completed was on 11/28/2022, and the sign out time was not documented.

      Corrected Dec 8, 2022 · Technical assistance given

    • 745.641Texas HHSC risk level: High

      AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      Employee observed supervising children did not have an active, eligible background check on file. Note: employee left the center during inspection.

      Corrected Jan 3, 2023 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.5617(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High

      Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information

      List of the children being transported and emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported were not included in information carried in transportation vehicle. First aid kit was missing a thermometer. Note: Information was included in transportation binder during inspection.

      Corrected Jan 3, 2023 · Technical assistance given

  • Dec 20, 2021Inspection4 standards cited
    • 746.2203(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Written Activity Plans

      Activity plans posted in one toddler classroom, and one pre-k classroom were for previous weeks. Activity plan in school age classroom was not available for review.

      Corrected Dec 21, 2021 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3407Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      Garbage cans in classrooms were uncovered. They did not have a lid. Garbage was accessible to children. Cleaning supplies were inside a closet. It was unlocked. Closet is in school age classroom.

      Corrected Dec 21, 2021 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.5537(a)(3)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation

      Carbon monoxide monthly test documentation was not available for review. Fire extinguishers' monthly inspections documentations was not available for review.

      Corrected Dec 22, 2021 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3401(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Annual Sanitation Inspection

      Health environmental inspection was not available for review.

      Corrected Jan 7, 2022 · Technical assistance given

Cited standards by risk level

26 standards cited across 12 inspections, most recently Aug 5, 2026. All 26 shown are recorded as corrected.

  • High519%
  • Medium High1246%
  • Medium831%
  • Medium Low0
  • Low14%
Visits with nothing cited
4 of 12 shown
Corrected at the visit
0 of 26 findings, 26 more corrected later
Most recent citation
Jul 22, 2026, 1 clean visit since

Risk levels are Texas HHSC’s own classification of each standard, not a rating by Daycare Index. What the levels mean. Counts cover every inspection on the state record; the visits listed above are the most recent.

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