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Harlingen, TX 78552 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Bloomers
- licensed capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $154
- year first permitted
- 2011
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About
About Little Bloomers
Little Bloomers is a licensed child care center in Harlingen, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 21, 2011, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 22 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 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 | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Bloomers has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cameron County has a median price of $154 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$154
Home daycare$141
Toddler
Center$146
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$143
Home daycare$134
School age
Center$136
Home daycare$129
State record
Inspection reports for Little Bloomers
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2011
- License number
- #1129366
Summary
22 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 22 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Background checks 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 35 visits
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 11, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Out of all staff files reviewed, all staff were missing the following trainngs: emergenccy preparedeness, preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, administering medication, preventing and responding to emergencies, understanding building and premises safety, handling, storing and disposing of medication.”
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2026
- Oct 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 13, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 31, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
“Staff files reviewed shows that they are missing training in child maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2025
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“There is a Lil Tykes type of structure that has a cracked in the middle section which poses a pinching hazards.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There is an old indoor AC blower in the corner of the playground accessible to the children. There was an old flower pot that was rusted at the bottom and had fallen over (this was removed from the playground.)”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Out of children's files reviewed, 1 was missing the needed immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2025
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There were a total of 10 toddlers with 1 caregivver. The specified age was 22 months which caused the classroom to be out of ratio by 1. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as the oldest child was moved into the next classroom.)”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“There are 2 caregivers who rotate being caring for infants who do not have current training in SIDS.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2025
Show 25 earlier visits
Jan 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 16, 2025, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2025
- Oct 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
“There was a napping mat in the afterschool room that had tears on top. It does not allow for proper sanitizing. (NOTE: corrected during inspection by throwing it away)”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 14, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Dec 13, 2023Complaint investigation6 rules cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“During a DFPS investigation, it was found that a child was hit on the head by a caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During a DFPS investigation, it was found that infants had been left unsupervised while caregiver was outside with a group of school-age children.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“During the course of the DFPS investigation, it was determined that the infant caregiver was in charge of infants and afterschool children with one of the youngest school age children being at least 6 years old with the infants at least 17 months of age.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“During a DFPS investigation is was found that the children in the 3 year old classroom were being yelled at.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
746.1013(c) - Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
“Based on the DFPS investigation it was determined that the none of the staff understood who was in charge of the center while the director was out of the building.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the information gained during the investigation, the caregiver's actions do rise to the level of abuse as defined by the Texas Family Code since the child was observed with marks and bruises due to inappropriate restraint.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
Nov 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
“The employee list was validated while inspector was present. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection.)”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 4, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
“The background checks had not been validated since May 23,2023.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There were 2 areas on the playground fence that needs to have boards replaced. (Pictures on file)”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
- Mar 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 15, 2023Complaint investigation5 rules cited
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“Observed two caregivers present and in charge of a group of children in the operation without having had a background check /FBI. Observed a third employee present in the building without having a background check/FBI.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2023
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“This deficiency is not related to investigation: Observed seven infants waiting for lunch to be served while television was on.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2023
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Immunizations were not available for a child that is enrolled and attends day care.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2023
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Admission information was not available for a child that is enrolled and attending day care.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“This deficiency is not related to investigation: Facility does not have a current Fire Inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2023
- Oct 31, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 20, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“Permit holder needs to ensure that facility complies with child/caregiver ratios and must allow parents access inside facility to drop off and pick up their children during business hours as well as comply with Minimum Standards and all applicable Laws and Rules.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Observed a caregiver supervising 6 infants.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022
746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
“Observed that facility does not allow parents to have access inside the building to drop off children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022
Oct 13, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
“Observed that facility does not allow parents to have access inside the building to drop off children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2022
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Observed chlidren having breakfast and did not wash their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Observed a caregiver supervising 9 infants. Child/caregiver ratios for infants 12 months to 17 months is 5:1.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2022
746.3301(f) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking Water Available and Served
“Observed that water was not served during breakfast.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2022
- May 24, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 1, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2022
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“A caregiver was heard using an inappropriate tone with children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2022
Mar 1, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2022
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“A caregiver was heard using an inappropriate tone with children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2022
Dec 13, 2021Inspection8 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“A caregiver does not have CPR training available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Two children files are missing immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“A caregiver does not have first aid training available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“Director does not have annual training for cycle 8/24/20 to 8/23/21.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Facility does not have a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2021
746.1105(2) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - TB Exam
“Two caregivers do not have TB results available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“A caregiver's files was not available at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“A caregiver does not have annual training hours for cycle 11/26/20 to 11/25/21. A second caregiver does not have annual training hours for cycle 9/12/20 to 9/11/21.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
Dec 10, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the information obtained during investigation it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child inappropriately.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Bloomers
Is Little Bloomers licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 21, 2011.
When was Little Bloomers last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 22 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Bloomers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 6 of 22 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Little Bloomers care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Bloomers accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Bloomers' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Bloomers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 364-3177 to ask.
What is Little Bloomers' phone number?
(956) 364-3177.
Where is Little Bloomers?
1017 S F St, Harlingen, TX 78550. The nearest other daycare we list is Bowie Head Start, 0.3 miles away.