Martha Alicia Garcia
Mission, TX 78574 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Foot Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $131
- year first permitted
- 1999
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About
About Little Foot Daycare
Little Foot Daycare is a licensed group home daycare in Mission, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 24, 1999, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Foot Daycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Hidalgo County has a median price of $131 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$144
Home daycare$131
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$126
Preschool
Center$133
Home daycare$124
School age
Center$126
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Little Foot Daycare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1999
- License number
- #531639
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Jul 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Screen time was provided for a 9-month-old infant who was being cared for in the living room. Note: This was addressed with the director and the television was turned off.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026
747.1503(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
“A 9-month-old infant was left unsupervised in the living room of the home when the caregiver supervising the infant, left the living room area and joined the director in the main room where the rest of the children present were being cared for.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026
747.1503(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“The director supervising the children did not know how many children were in the group. When asked for the number of children present, the director stated there were 6, however, there were 8 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026
Jun 10, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
747.4401(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“Two slides observed in the outdoor playground had broken plastic. This posed a safety hazard as children could accidentally pinch themselves when using the slide. Note: This was CORRECTED during inspection as the broken slides were removed from the outdoor playground.”
Corrected during the visit
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“The safety documentation available for review was not maintained for emergency drills, fire extinguisher checks, smoke detector checks, and carbon monoxide checks. The Emergency Practices Form 7263 available for review was for emergency drills and checks conducted in February 2026. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the director updated the Emergency practices form.”
Corrected during the visit
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Screen time was provided for a group of children including a 9 month infant in care. Note: This was addressed with the director and the television was turned off.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2026
747.4605(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides- Six Feet High or Less
“The use zone in front of the exit of a slide did not extend the required six feet in the outdoor playground. A second slide was overlapping the use zone of the exit of the slide. Note: This was Corrected during the inspection as the second slide was removed from the outdoor playground.”
Corrected during the visit
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies reviewed were missing the following information: The promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan). (A) The duration of physical activity at your home, both indoor and outdoor; (B) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (C) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor time.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
747.2103(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Dates
“The activity plan available for review was not current. The activity plan provided was for the month of May 2026.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
- Aug 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
747.801(3) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training
“The training records for the director and substitute were not available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A tube of prescribed ointment, a bottle of over the counter pain reliever, and a retractable razor blade scraper were observed inside a drawer in the children's restroom. This posed a safety hazard as the drawer did not have a safety latch and the items were accessible to children. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the hazardous items were removed and stored in an area out of children's reach.”
Corrected during the visit
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 of 6 children files reviewed were missing the child's immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2025
747.4401(8) - No Asphalt or Concrete Under Climbing Equipment Unless Unitary Surfacing Covers Use Zone
“A step 2 infant to toddler swing was installed inside the children's classroom without proper unitary surfacing or use zones. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection when the swing was removed from the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“Upon arrival to the operation children of varying ages were observed watching cartoons on a television during the naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
Aug 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
747.801(3) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training
“Training record for CPR was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2024
- Sep 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
747.2326 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was asleep in a restrictive device/swing.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2022
Sep 28, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
747.901(5) - Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Trainings were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2022
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The wooden fence in the outdoor playarea was observed with broken panels.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2022
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Three children records did not have a copy of the immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2022
Show 2 earlier visits
- Nov 2, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 20, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
747.801(3) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training
“The personnel and training records were not available for review. The safety practice documentation for emergency drills is not being maintained with the current fire drills. The last fire drill documented was on 6/08/21.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2021
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There was cleaning supplies under the cabinets in the restroom used by the children. Note: The cleaning supplies were removed.”
Corrected during the visit
747.4501(c) - Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
“The swings were attached to a composite structure. Corrected at Inspection: The swings were removed from the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
747.2307 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Use of Safety Straps
“The an infant was not secured with the safety straps while being on a swing. Note: The swing was removed since it was old (more than 20 years).”
Corrected during the visit
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Three children's records did not have a health statement. One child's record did not have a copy of the immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Little Foot Daycare
Is Little Foot Daycare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 24, 1999.
When was Little Foot Daycare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Foot Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 4 of 6 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 Foot Daycare care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Foot Daycare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Foot Daycare'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 Foot Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 432-3904 to ask.
What is Little Foot Daycare's phone number?
(956) 432-3904.
Where is Little Foot Daycare?
Mission, TX 78574. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.