Ashlyn Nutt
Riesel, TX 76682 · infants only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 168
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 2007
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About
About Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center
Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Hallsburg, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 20, 2007, for up to 168 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 168 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 168 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in McLennan County has a median price of $134 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$134
Home daycare$122
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 168 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2007
- License number
- #867082
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 4, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 13 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 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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See all 22 visits
- Sep 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation's last annual fire inspection was completed on 5/27/25.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2026
Apr 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The pea gravel under the slides had been displaced and was no longer six inches deep.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2026
Apr 2, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose-fill under a small slide had been displaced and was no longer six inches deep.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A caregiver did not wash a child's hands after diapering the child. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was reminded about handwashing for children and they washed the child's hands.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not complete a fire drill in March. The smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide detectors were also not checked in March.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“A caregiver did not wash their hands after diapering a child. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was reminded about handwashing and the caregiver washed their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
Jun 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose-fill for one of the playscapes had been displaced and was no longer six inches deep has required.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2025
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The parent handbook did not address several of the required policies and procedures required by minimum standards.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2025
746.4701(c) - Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
“There was a swing set attached to a composite structure, which also had a multiple-occupany swing.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Out of eight children's files reviewed, four needed updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2025
- Mar 28, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 31, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 4, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“There was sufficient evidence found during the DFPS investigation to show that caregivers did not provide adequate supervision when one child was found unattended outside of the daycare.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2024
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There was sufficient evidence found during the DFPS investigation to show that one classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2024
Show 12 earlier visits
- Sep 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3421(b) - Infant Handwashing - Raised to Sink
“During the inspection, one caregiver did not wash an infants hands after a diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2024
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“During the inspection, one caregiver stated that they were responsible for 6 infants. There were 7 infants observed in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2024
- Jul 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 21, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“One child was observed to be seated in a highchair without the safety straps buckled. The child was removed from the chair and seated for lunch.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
“It was observed that a classroom of 18 children aged two years old were made to sit at tables for an extended period of time while their meals were being prepared by a caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A cabinet door was observed to be broken with a nail exposed. There was also an air vent observed to be warped and in disrepair.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2022
Apr 13, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
“During the investigation, it was found that caregivers were preparing meals for one classroom of children when one child was injured.”
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2022
- Jan 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 21, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.403(a) - Posting Requirements - Prominent & Public
“The required postings were observed to be in an area of the operation that is not easily viewable by staff or parents.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center
Is Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 20, 2007.
When was Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 6 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center care for?
168, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 875-2400 to ask.
What is Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center's phone number?
(254) 875-2400.
Where is Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center?
258 Modoc Ave, Hallsburg, TX 76705. The nearest other daycare we list is Ms Pams Child Care, 6.5 miles away.