Little Explorers Academy & Daycare 2

ALTON, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity49
Hours07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Est. price$1,167/mo

Contact information

Address2718 E MAIN AVE ALTON TX- 78573 0926

CityALTON, TX

CountyHIDALGO

Phone9564246209

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-07:00 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat

Capacity49

SubsidiesY

License dateOctober 28, 2022

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/25/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium11
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low2

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Location

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2718 E MAIN AVE ALTON TX- 78573 0926, ALTON, TX

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/25/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 746.40038/25/2025

    746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

    1 of 2 transportation vehicles had an incomplete first aid kit. The first aid kit was missing a thermometer.

    Corrected 8/26/2025
  2. Medium riskStandard 746.13118/25/2025

    746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required

    The director was missing annual training for training year 4/7/2024 - 4/6/2025 on the following topics: (1).Serving children with special care needs; (2). Prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment; (3). Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (4). Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); (5). Understanding early childhood brain development; (6). Emergency preparedness: (7). Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (8). Administering medication; (9). Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (10). 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 (11). 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?).

    Corrected 9/8/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13168/25/2025

    746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

    The director was missing current training in transportation safety.

    Corrected 8/29/2025
  4. Medium riskStandard 746.6038/25/2025

    746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

    2 of 4 childrens files reviewed did not have the child's immunization record for review.

    Corrected 9/2/2025
  5. Medium riskStandard 746.9011/7/2025

    746.901 - Required Personnel Records

    Three out of six staff files reviewed are missing personnel / training information. One file is missing notarized affidavit and the translation of a foreign high school diploma. A second file is missing certificates for 11 hours of annual training including the topics of SIDS/Shaken Baby/ Early Brain Development, Hazardous Materials, Food Allergies, Administering Medications, Emergency Preparedness, Communicable Diseases and Building & Physical Premises Safety. A third file is missing annual trainings on the topics of hazardous materials and building & physical premises safety.

    Corrected 1/28/2025
  6. Medium riskStandard 746.6031/7/2025

    746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

    Six children's records were reviewed. One file is missing health statement and a second file is missing updated immunization record.

    Corrected 1/21/2025

2024

  1. High riskStandard 746.24269/18/2024

    746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

    A 13mo child slept in a restrictive device during naptime.

    Corrected 9/18/2024
  2. Medium riskStandard 746.6039/18/2024

    746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

    One out of six children records reviewed is missing immunization records.

    Corrected 9/25/2024
  3. Medium riskStandard 746.13099/18/2024

    746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

    Six staff training records were reviewed. One files is missing building / physical premises safety training and a second file is missing transportation training.

    Corrected 9/22/2024

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,167/month

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Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Texas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: ALTON, HIDALGO County
  • Capacity: 49
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 4

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