Child, Inc. American Youth Works
1911 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX
Little Explorers Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 49
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $229
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About Little Explorers Childcare
Little Explorers Childcare is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 23, 2020, for up to 49 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 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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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
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 49 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 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 | 49 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Explorers Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Travis County has a median price of $229 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$229
Home daycare$206
Toddler
Center$214
Home daycare$196
Preschool
Center$209
Home daycare$194
School age
Center$197
Home daycare$184
State record
Inspection reports for Little Explorers Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 49 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1707105
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 10 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safety and hazards 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 15 visits
- Aug 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 3, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
“This investigation found that there was an injury that was not reported to Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 6, 2026
- May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 23, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Sep 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“At inspection, the operation had not certified annually in writing the annual product safety recall form. This was corrected at inspection when the director reviewed and certified the product safety form and posted it.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
Oct 16, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two children did not have current immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“One caregiver did not have annual Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2023
- Mar 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 12, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation did not have a current annual health inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
“The director has completed her First Aid and CPR training, but she did not have a copy of her card here at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present who did not have a current eligible background check. The caregiver left the operation during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Two caregivers were missing notarized Affidavits for Applicants for Employment. One caregiver was missing a signed orientation form. The director was missing an annual training certificate about allergy emergencies.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2023
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Three infants were missing updated infant feeding schedules for this month.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2023
Mar 2, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“The emergency evacuation and relocation diagram is not available in each classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2022
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The gravel used as loose-fill for the wooden play structure is not maintained at 6-inch depth. The current measurement is about 3 inches deep.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2022
746.4503(c) - Napping Floor Mats Marked with Sleeping Side Distinguished
“The cots used for napping are not labeled to ensure use for individual children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2022
746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
“The rotating bike track does not have a use zone appropriate for this equipment. The track is on top of a platform that does not extend the required 6 feet for this equipment.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2022
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
“Diaper changing materials were observed to be within reach of children in each room where diaper changes occur.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2022
Feb 25, 2022Visit1 rule 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 2, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Explorers Childcare
Is Little Explorers Childcare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 23, 2020.
When was Little Explorers Childcare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Explorers Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Explorers Childcare care for?
49, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Explorers Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Explorers Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Explorers Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 608-4254 to ask.
What is Little Explorers Childcare's phone number?
(512) 608-4254.
Where is Little Explorers Childcare?
2313 Teri Rd, Austin, TX 78744. The nearest other daycare we list is AISD Uphaus Apple Blossom, 0.4 miles away.