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Early, TX 76802 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Dude Ranch
- licensed capacity
- 250
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2003
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About
About Little Dude Ranch
Little Dude Ranch is a licensed child care center in Brownwood, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 20, 2003, for up to 250 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 30 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 250 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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. It lists: Infants through age 12 |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 250 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Dude Ranch has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Brown County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$113
Toddler
Center$117
Home daycare$108
Preschool
Center$114
Home daycare$107
School age
Center$108
Home daycare$102
State record
Inspection reports for Little Dude Ranch
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 250 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2003
- License number
- #830389
Summary
30 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 30 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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- Aug 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 4, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 12, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- May 23, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“An employee who is the book keeper at the operation did not have a background check submitted. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the daycare.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
- Feb 17, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 4, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“It was determined through investigation that caregivers have been observed on their cell phones for personal use distracted from supervising the children in their care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
Show 43 earlier visits
Aug 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation does not have a documented fire inspection in the last 12 months. The last fire inspection was completed 7/18/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2025
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“At the time of inspection the operation did not have a documented health inspection available within the last 12 months. The last documented health inspection was completed on 7/18/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2025
- Jul 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
“The operation did not notify licensing of changes in Director.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
Jun 25, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that the operation failed to notify the parent timely after the child was left unsupervised on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2025
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
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that a 3 year old child was left unsupervised on the playground when the caregiver took the rest of the class inside.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2025
- Apr 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“It was determined through the course of the investigation, caregivers at the operation are using inappropriate language such as curse words while caring for children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2025
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation yelled at children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2025
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver at the operation used her cell phone for personal use while supervising children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2025
- Feb 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 27, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 14, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS investigation that a child was neglected while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of a situation that placed a child at risk for injury or harm within the required time frame.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
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
“It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that a child was left unattended during a field trip when the rest of the children and the caregiver returned to the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
“1 caregiver personnel file was lacking the original certificate of first aid and CPR for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2024
- Jan 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Nov 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“In the pre-k room, cleaning supplies were observed in a lower unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the cleaning supplies were removed from the cabinet and placed out of reach of children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2023
- Oct 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
“It was determined through video surveillance that a 3 year old child with special needs was required to remain inactive for a period of 24 minutes by being placed in a highchair.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023
Sep 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was supervising 18 children age 18 months to 2 year olds. The co teacher lost all visual and auditory awareness when she exited the area to take a restroom break. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver returned to the room, bringing the classroom back into ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An employee hired to clean the operation was present at the operation and cleaning in the toddler area before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding their eligibility. This was corrected at inspection when the employee left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2023
- Sep 6, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Jul 10, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS Investigation that a caregiver neglectfully supervised children in care allowing them to exit the operation unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2023
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
“It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that 2 children exited the building unsupervised for an unknown amount of time.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2023
- Jun 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 16, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver used their cell phone to take personal videos of their child while in care. This was corrected during the inspection because the caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 27, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“A person was left in charge of a group of children, and this person did not have a clear background check. This was corrected when a qualified caregiver took over the class.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2023
Jan 11, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“It was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate patience getting a child to nap when they tapped the child lips repeatedly to attempt to quiet the child. The caregiver is no longer associated with the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not notify licensing within 2 days of becoming aware of an allegation of prohibited discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2023
- Nov 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 29, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver transported a child that was not enrolled in the operation at the prompting of school personnel. The operation was not contacted by the driver to verify enrollment per their policies. Due to this miscommunication, the child was not restrained in the required safety seat.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not self-report that a non-enrolled child was put on the school van by school staff and transported to the center.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
- Aug 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2105(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Swimming Activities - More Than 4 Children (Two or More Caregivers Required)
“A group of 22 5 year olds were in the pool, and there was only one qualified caregiver supervising. The pool was officially closed today, and the children returned to their classroom bringing the operation into compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2022
- Feb 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 12, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
“Medications were observed in the infant building classes, and there was no proper authorization form available. Infant tylenol was observed in the refrigerator and had no name or identifying information. These items were corrected when the medications were removed from the classrooms by the director.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Multiple outlet covers were mssing in various classrooms. Cleaning chemicals were observed in the cabinet in the 3 year old room and the lock on the doors was not working correctly to keep children out of the cabinet. This was corrected during the insepction when the chemicals were put up out of reach of the children pending repair to the door locks. Outlet covers were reinstalled.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2022
- Oct 28, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Dude Ranch
Is Little Dude Ranch licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 20, 2003.
When was Little Dude Ranch last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 30 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Dude Ranch had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 9 of 30 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Dude Ranch care for?
250, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Dude Ranch accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Dude Ranch's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Dude Ranch cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 646-8877 to ask.
What is Little Dude Ranch's phone number?
(325) 646-8877.
Where is Little Dude Ranch?
1601 Stewart St, Brownwood, TX 76801. The nearest other daycare we list is FMC Weekday Preschool, 0.8 miles away.