Smile Little Angel
Fresno, TX 77545 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno
- licensed capacity
- 145
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno
Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno is a licensed child care center in Fresno, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 17, 2019, for up to 145 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, pre-k and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 145 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k and toddler care |
| Class size | Infants: 10 |
| Staff | Infant teachers specifically trained to care for infants |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation |
| Licensed capacity | 145 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fort Bend County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 145 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1691540
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 14 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was observed caring for a group of 22 children without an approved background during the inspection. Caregiver was observed leaving the operation during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2025
- May 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on information gathered during the investigation, video footage obtained supports caregiver not demonstrating good judgement when removing child by grabbing and lifting child by one arm.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025
- Mar 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 22, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by 11:59 p.m. on January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2025
- Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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- Aug 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Based on the information from the DFPS investigation, there was one caregiver with 11-12 children 18mo-23mo old. The caregiver was alone for approx. 1.5 hours before a second caregiver arrived.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on the information form the DFPS investigation, a caregiver pulled a child by the arm and pushed them twice, causing the child to fall after the second push.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the information from the DFPS investigation poor judgement was used, the caregiver used profane language in the presence of children when reacting to a child eating food from another child’s plate.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024
- Mar 29, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 26, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“A caregiver with unsupervised access to children was in a classroom and does not have current CPR and First Aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for during the inspection. The caregiver stated there were 18 children and there were only 17 children present. Note: Discussed with the provider the importance of caregivers knowing how many children they have at all times.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2023
- Jul 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 13, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 31, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based upon the information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to support caregivers grabbed a child by the arm.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“Based upon the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to support caregivers have yelled at the children and told them to shut up.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023
May 30, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The annual fire inspection has not been conducted since 5/26/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2023
- May 25, 2023VisitNo rules cited
May 24, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“2 out of 10 children's files evaluated did not contain current immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“11 children in the K2 classroom had not been signed in on the sign in and out log. Note: This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver signed each child in.”
Corrected during the visit
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
“3 out of 10 children's files evaluated did not contain a completed special needs statement.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
746.1317(c)(1) - Training Criteria - Learning Objectives
“The Pre-Service training certificates do not state learning objectives for 5 out of 10 staff records evaluated.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 22, 2023
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
“A copy of the directors CPR and First Aid training certificate was not available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“1 out of 10 staff records evaluated did not show current training in Pediatric CPR and First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
- Apr 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
“Caregivers in charge of a group of children 4-10yrs old were not aware of the ages of children in their car. Caregivers stated they did not know the age but believed the child was in the 4th grade or 8yrs old. One caregiver was heard asking children how old they were.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
Mar 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1203(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Minimum Standards
“A caregiver did not know the number of children in the classroom during the inspection. Caregiver stated there were 15 children and after counting there were only 14 children accounted for.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2023
Mar 1, 2023Complaint investigation9 rules cited
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, caregivers failed to treat children with courtesy and respect when they used profane language in the presence of children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“incident reports were not made for children present during a situation that placed them at risk. Incident reports were not created until after notified by CCR. Once created, incident reports were made available for 11 of 17 children present.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Operation failed to notify CCR that a physical altercation occurred between two caregivers in the presence of children, which placed the children at risk.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the director provided inaccurate information to parents regarding the incident that occurred on 2/28. The director informed parents the operation had a "medical emergency."”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, a caregiver failed to interact positively with a child in their care. After a child rolled their eyes at a caregiver, the caregiver responded to the child stating they don't play with children and did not care if the child told on them. The caregiver then told the child to let their parent know they don't play with children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was sufficient information to support there have been times where one caregiver was left to supervised more than 11 2yr old children at one time.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“The operation failed to notify parents of a situation that placed children at risk.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“Operation failed to share incident reports with parents. The incident occurred on 2/28. The first incident report created by the operation was 3/21”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregivers failed to use good judgement and maintain self-control when they engaged in a physical altercation in the presence of children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
- Feb 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 3, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Jan 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the inspection, the screws to the back of the toilet seat in the pre-k readiness classroom was loose and unsteady. The wall in the school-age classroom contained chipped pieces of wood and paint that was observed on the floor. Note: The provider corrected the toilet during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2023
- Jan 18, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 28, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based upon the DFPS Investigation, there is sufficient evidence showing a child sustained an injury to their arm while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the DFPS Investigation, a caregiver failed to practice good judgment by grabbing and pulling a child up by the wrist causing them to sustain a sprained arm.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
Sep 20, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“The feeding sheets for 2 infants has not been signed by the parents.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“A play structure is missing 12 caps which pose a risk to children's safety.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2022
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies do not contain the promotion of physical activities regarding the following: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There are 4 active ant beds in the outdoor play areva.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2022
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“There is paint chipping on the walls in the toddler classroom and in the restroom.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
Aug 4, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when handling a child aggressively.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2022
HRC42.04412(a) - Interference with an investigation
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that the operation interfered in an active investigation by not providing requested materials.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2022
- Mar 31, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 16, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Based on the video clip of incident, there were 13 two years old with one caregiver. Class was out of ratio by two children. The maximum caregiver can have is 11 two years old with one caregiver but video showed 13 children with one caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2022
Oct 11, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“One infant hands were not washed after diaper change. This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Immunization record was missing on file for one out of ten records checked. This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno
Is Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 17, 2019.
When was Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 7 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno care for?
145, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 431-0888 to ask.
What is Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno's phone number?
(281) 431-0888.
Where is Children's Choice Learning Center - Fresno?
12402 Highway 6, Fresno, TX 77545.