Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center #3, LLC

LAREDO, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity55
Hours07:00 AM-06:30 PM
Est. price$1,433/mo

Contact information

Address1207 E BUSTAMANTE ST LAREDO TX- 78041 5208

CityLAREDO, TX

CountyWEBB

Phone9563378293

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-06:30 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri

Capacity55

SubsidiesY

License dateOctober 4, 2023

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High17
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1207 E BUSTAMANTE ST LAREDO TX- 78041 5208, LAREDO, TX

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/11/2025

  • High2
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 746.34019/11/2025

    746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

    The health inspection was last conducted on April 22, 2024.

    Corrected 9/25/2025
  2. High riskStandard 746.56179/11/2025

    746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children

    The list of children for transportation was not available for review.

    Corrected 9/15/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 746.6139/11/2025

    746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    Two out of six children's records evaluated did not have an updated immunization record on file.

    Corrected 9/18/2025
  4. Medium riskStandard 746.13099/11/2025

    746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

    One out of six employee records evaluated did not have the following trainings: hazardous materials, allergic reaction, administering medication, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases, and transportation trainings. One out of six employees records evaluated did not have the transportation training.

    Corrected 9/18/2025

2024

  1. High riskStandard 746.6139/19/2024

    746.613(a) - Required Immunizations

    Six children's files were reviewed. Two files were pending immunization records, and one file was pending updated immunization records.

    Corrected 10/21/2024
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 746.35039/19/2024

    746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used

    Infant bottles were on top of diaper changing table. Note: Bottles were removed from the diaper changing table during inspection.

    Corrected 10/21/2024
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 746.24319/19/2024

    746.2431(2) - Infant Daily Report - Times and Amount of Food

    Infant daily report was missing the following information: times and amount of food consumed, times of diaper changes, infant's general mood for the day, and a brief summary of the activities in which the infant participated.

    Corrected 10/21/2024
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 746.29099/19/2024

    746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space

    Mixed age group did not have walking space in between sleeping cots during naptime.

    Corrected 10/21/2024
  5. Medium riskStandard 746.9019/19/2024

    746.901 - Required Personnel Records

    Six employee records were evaluated. Five employees were missing orientation training documentation. One employee was missing pre-service training documentation.

    Corrected 10/21/2024
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 746.6059/19/2024

    746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement

    Six children's files were evaluated. Six files were pending a special needs statement.

    Corrected 10/21/2024

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,433/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: LAREDO, WEBB County
  • Capacity: 55
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 3

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