Caterpillars to Butterflies Learning Center
1319 E Hillside Rd, Laredo, TX
Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 55
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $126
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center
Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Laredo, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 4, 2023, for up to 55 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 55 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 55 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Webb County has a median price of $126 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$126
Home daycare$115
Toddler
Center$119
Home daycare$111
Preschool
Center$117
Home daycare$110
School age
Center$111
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 55 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1771517
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Transportation 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Sep 9, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two out of six children's records evaluted did not have an updated health provider statement on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“Two out of six employee records evaluated did not have the education requirements on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
“A crib used by an infant was observed to be manufactured on December 2010.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2026
- Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 20, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Sep 11, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2025
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“The list of children for transportation was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2025
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The health inspection was last conducted on April 22, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 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.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2025
- Oct 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 19, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
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.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 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.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 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.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2024
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
“Six children's files were evaluated. Six files were pending a special needs statement.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 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.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 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.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2024
Apr 19, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Annual environmental inspection was last conducted on 04/04/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“Loose-fill surfacing in the outside playground had a depth of approximately 2 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
“Operation failed to notify CCR, before providing transportation services.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2024
- Aug 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
“Infant daily report was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2023
Jun 9, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Monthly fiire drills have not been conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Disinfecting chemicals were within children's reach. Stairs in infant room did not have a child proof gate.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2023
Show 2 earlier visits
- Apr 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.403(a) - Posting Requirements - Prominent & Public
“Required postings were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2023
746.5207(a) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram
“Emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was missing the designated location outside of the child-care center where all caregivers and children meet to ensure everyone has exited the child - care center safely and the designated location inside the child-care center where all caregivers and children take shelter from threatening weather.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2023
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Sanitation inspection was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The following items were withing children's reach: paint, and chemicals. A glass sliding door did not have stickers or decals.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center
Is Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 4, 2023.
When was Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 9, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 4 of 7 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 Characters Daycare and Learning Center care for?
55, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 337-8293 to ask.
What is Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center's phone number?
(956) 337-8293.
Where is Little Characters Daycare and Learning Center?
1207 E Bustamante St, Laredo, TX 78041. The nearest other daycare we list is Little People North, under 0.1 miles away.