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Little Dragons Southwest

8502 Old Pearsall Rd, San Antonio, TX 78252
licensed capacity
44
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$171
year first permitted
2024

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About

About Little Dragons Southwest

Little Dragons Southwest is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 5, 2024, for up to 44 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 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
44 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity44 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Little Dragons Southwest has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bexar County has a median price of $171 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.
Bexar County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$171
Home daycare$154

Toddler

Center$160
Home daycare$148

Preschool

Center$156
Home daycare$146

School age

Center$149
Home daycare$139

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Little Dragons Southwest

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
44 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2024
License number
#1763434
See the state's record

Summary

13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 13 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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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  1. Jul 1, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment

      “Director lacked one hour of training on prevention, recognition, and reporting of child abuse and neglect.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “A current fire inspection was not available for review. The last fire inspection was conducted in March 2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “The center did not have a current health inspection. The last health inspection was conducted March 2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “Two caregiver's lacked first aid and CPR training.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training

      “One caregiver lacked 30 hours of annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026

  2. Feb 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Feb 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jan 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 17, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “During the investigation, it was determined that poor judgement was used when a person was allowed access to children in care without proper identification verification.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2025

  8. Jul 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 9 earlier visits
  1. Jul 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “The fire inspection was observed expired. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/11/2023.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024

  3. Nov 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Nov 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “Three children's records lacked health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2023

  5. Aug 2, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “A couple of dead rollie pollies were observed on the floor near the exit door. Note: Corrected at inspection when director cleaned up the area.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center

      “A current menu was not posted. Note: Corrected at inspection when director printed out the menu and posted on the parent board.”

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Jun 7, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      “The television was observed on in the infant room and toddler room. Note: Corrected at inspection when director turned off the television in both classrooms.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures

      “The prek restroom did not have soap for children to wash there hands. Note: Corrected at inspection when director put a new bottle of soap in the restroom.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

      “Two electrical outlets were not covered with safety covers. Note: Corrected at inspection when director covered the outlets with safety covers.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “During inspection it was observed that there was a dead roach on the floor, and spider webs on the sink counter. Dust was observed on the floor of the toddler restroom. In the school age room dust and dead insects were observed on the corner of the floor. The trash can in the prek room is being used to dispense food, did not have a lid, making the contents accessible to children. Dust and an old toilet paper roll were observed on the floor in the prek restroom. Note: Corrected at inspection when director cleaned the toddler restroom and prek restroom. Director cleaned the school age room and trash bag was replaced with a clean bag.”

      Corrected during the visit

  7. Apr 25, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment

      “Three caregivers lacked one hour of training in prevention, recognition and reporting child maltreatment.”

      The state verified the correction on May 10, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      “One of five children's records reviewed lacked emergency contact address.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

  8. Feb 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Feb 7, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions

      “The children were not served eating what the menu indicated, and substitutions were not recorded. Note: Corrected at inspection when the substitution was recorded on the menu.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “During inspection it was observed that director had 20 children in the group. The ages range from 2-4 years old, and the specified age is 4, therefore director is over ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “It was observed in classroom 1 that the window seal was observed with dust. The changing mat in classroom 1 had yellow stains on the mat. The restroom in classroom 1 was observed with dust and webs on the edge of the walls. The sink in classroom 1 was observed dirty. In classroom 1 it was observed that there was an a live insect crawling on the wall. In classroom 2 it was observed that there were webs on the corner of the walls, and by the fire extinguisher. It was observed in classroom 2 in the closet had dust, dead insects and trash observed on the floor. In classroom 2 it was observed that there were dead insects on the floor by the exit door. In classroom 3 it was the window seals were observed with dust. In classroom 3 it was observed that the vent was observed with dust.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(5) - Written Operational Policies - Emergencies

      “Operational policies information on handling medical emergencies.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “One child's record lacked health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      “Two children's records lacked address for emergency contact.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans

      “The operational policies lacked information on emergency preparedness plan.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Little Dragons Southwest

Is Little Dragons Southwest licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 5, 2024.

When was Little Dragons Southwest last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 1, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Dragons Southwest had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 13 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 Little Dragons Southwest care for?

44, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Little Dragons Southwest accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Little Dragons Southwest's 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 Dragons Southwest cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (726) 253-8267 to ask.

What is Little Dragons Southwest's phone number?

(726) 253-8267.

Where is Little Dragons Southwest?

8502 Old Pearsall Rd, San Antonio, TX 78252. The nearest other daycare we list is Abbigail Tovani, 2.6 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).