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Little Folks Headstart Center
- licensed capacity
- 72
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $117
- year first permitted
- 1993
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About
About Little Folks Headstart Center
Little Folks Headstart Center is a licensed child care center in Rio Bravo, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 12, 1993, for up to 72 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 72 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 72 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Folks Headstart Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Webb County has a median price of $117 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 Folks Headstart Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 72 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1993
- License number
- #237779
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
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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Mar 3, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Four employee files were reviewed. Two employees were missing training in Understanding Building and Physical Premises Safety.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Four employee files were evaluated. One employee had an expired First aid/CPR certificate.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 11, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.2206(2) - Written Activity Plan - Active and Quiet Play Opportunities
“Daily schedules were missing the two daily opportunities of outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2023
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Two employees did not have the 24 hours in annual training. Two employees were missing the emergency preparedness training.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2023
- May 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Folks Headstart Center
Is Little Folks Headstart Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 12, 1993.
When was Little Folks Headstart Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Folks Headstart Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 3 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 Folks Headstart Center care for?
72, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Folks Headstart Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Folks Headstart Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Folks Headstart Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 791-9807 to ask.
What is Little Folks Headstart Center's phone number?
(956) 791-9807.
Where is Little Folks Headstart Center?
1233 Paseo Danubio, Rio Bravo, TX 78046. The nearest other daycare we list is Laredo College Camilo Prada Child Development Center, 5.4 miles away.