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Childcare center · Laredo, TX
Little Friends L.C. LLC
A licensed child care center in Laredo, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 8002 SAN GABRIEL DR STE STE B101-2-3-114, Laredo, TX 78045
County: Webb County
Phone: (956) 251-9826
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 91 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1692764
Permit: Full Permit, issued January 13, 2020
On corrective action (HHSC): No
On adverse action (HHSC): No
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Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 9 inspections
- 13 citations from these visits (risk level: High 2, Medium High 6, Medium 4, Low 1)
A citation means an inspector found a rule wasn't met at the time of the visit; many are corrected the same day. Read the official record for details.
Below is every visit in the state's files from December 20, 2021 to August 5, 2026, newest first: 12 visits and 26 citations in all, so the totals can be higher than the 3-year counts above. An investigation is a visit to look into a report or complaint; many find no citations. Risk level is the level Texas HHSC assigns to each rule, from low to high, as published. Technical assistance means the inspector gave guidance on the rule. The state's file does not say whether the "correct-by" date is a deadline or the day the problem was fixed, so it can fall after the verified date or in the future.
August 5, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 22, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 5, 2026 · Correction verified: August 5, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The health inspection expired on July 14, 2026.
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 22, 2026 · Correction verified: August 5, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed to be supervising children without an active, eligible background check.
September 23, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
September 17, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 17, 2025 · Correction verified: September 23, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
August 19, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 2, 2025 · Correction verified: August 27, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One out of seven records evaluated did not have the following trainings: hazardous materials and administering medication.
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 26, 2025 · Correction verified: August 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two diaper changing mats were observed to be torn.
October 23, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
October 10, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 10, 2024 · Correction verified: October 23, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One caregiver was observed supervising 8 children ranging from ages 7 months to 18 months. Note: It was corrected during inspection.
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 10, 2024 · Correction verified: October 23, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Six month old infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer.
August 23, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.4403(a) - Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 30, 2024 · Correction verified: October 9, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The infant classroom and the toddler room have diaper changing tables. The classrooms do not have hand-washing sink.
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 30, 2024 · Correction verified: September 3, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Six employee files were reviewed. Two employees were missing training in allergic reactions.
November 14, 2023 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: January 10, 2024 · Correction verified: January 10, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Six children's files were reviewed. Five files did not include health statement signed by health care professional.
746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: November 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 27, 2023 · Correction verified: November 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Diaper changing supplies were within children's reach in two classrooms.
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 14, 2023 · Correction verified: November 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Diaper changing mat was had two holes of approximataly 1 inch in diameter.
January 10, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
December 7, 2022 · Inspection · 9 citations
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Plan for Extreme Weather
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 16, 2022 · Correction verified: January 10, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 3, 2023 · Correction verified: January 10, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Small school bus used for transportation is not equipped with the required electronic child safety alarm.
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 8, 2022 · Correction verified: December 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Six children's files were evaluated. One file was missing the required admission information.
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 7, 2022 · Correction verified: December 20, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 3, 2023 · Correction verified: January 10, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Employee observed supervising children did not have an active, eligible background check on file. Note: employee left the center during inspection.
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 3, 2023 · Correction verified: January 10, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 7, 2022 · Correction verified: December 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Infant group of children was observed watching television. Note: it was corrected during inspection, by turning off the television.
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 8, 2022 · Correction verified: December 7, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Required monthly test for carbon monoxide detector, and monthly inpection of fire extinguishers have not been conducted since January 2022.
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 8, 2022 · Correction verified: December 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
December 20, 2021 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 21, 2021 · Correction verified: January 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 21, 2021 · Correction verified: December 21, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 22, 2021 · Correction verified: December 21, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Carbon monoxide monthly test documentation was not available for review. Fire extinguishers' monthly inspections documentations was not available for review.
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 7, 2022 · Correction verified: January 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Health environmental inspection was not available for review.
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- HHSC CCL Non-Compliance Data: citations, risk levels, corrections and inspector's notes.
All three are published by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Licensing, on data.texas.gov under CC0 1.0. State files updated November 12, 2026. We show the state's text as published, except that we restore apostrophes the files print as "?". Program details last checked October 21, 2026.