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Little Friends L.C.

8002 San Gabriel Dr Ste Ste B101-2-3-114, Laredo, TX 780455.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
91
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$126
year first permitted
2020

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About

About Little Friends L.C.

Little Friends L.C. is a licensed child care center in Laredo, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 13, 2020, for up to 91 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 13 years old
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
7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
91 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 13 years old
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity91 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Little Friends L.C. has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Webb County has a median price of $126 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.
Webb County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Friends L.C.

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
91 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2020
License number
#1692764
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 5, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Safe sleep 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. Aug 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 22, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “The health inspection expired on July 14, 2026.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone

      “A caregiver was observed to be supervising children without an active, eligible background check.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026

  3. Sep 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “One caregiver was observed supervising 6 children with a specified age group of 12m to 17m. Note: Another caregiver stepped in the classroom and the room was within ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025

  5. Aug 19, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “One out of seven records evaluated did not have the following trainings: hazardous materials and administering medication.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      “Two diaper changing mats were observed to be torn.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2025

  6. Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      “Six month old infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “One caregiver was observed supervising 8 children ranging from ages 7 months to 18 months. Note: It was corrected during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024

  8. Aug 23, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “Six employee files were reviewed. Two employees were missing training in allergic reactions.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.4403(a) - Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area

      “The infant classroom and the toddler room have diaper changing tables. The classrooms do not have hand-washing sink.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2024

  9. Nov 14, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “Activity plans in four classrooms only included one opportunity for outdoor play. Activitiy plans in three classrooms did not include the dates and group names. Activity plan was not available for the school age classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessLow risk

      746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program

      “Six children's files were reviewed. Five files did not include health statement signed by health care professional.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach

      “Diaper changing supplies were within children's reach in two classrooms.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      “Diaper changing mat was had two holes of approximataly 1 inch in diameter.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023

  10. Jan 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Dec 7, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information

      “List of the children being transported and emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported were not included in information carried in transportation vehicle. First aid kit was missing a thermometer. Note: Information was included in transportation binder during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

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

      “Infant group of children was observed watching television. Note: it was corrected during inspection, by turning off the television.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2022

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “Employee observed supervising children did not have an active, eligible background check on file. Note: employee left the center during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Plan for Extreme Weather

      “Operational policies were pending information on a plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play, local abuse and neglect organizations, hearing and vision requirements, updated immunization records, and field trips.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly

      “Required monthly test for carbon monoxide detector, and monthly inpection of fire extinguishers have not been conducted since January 2022.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2022

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle

      “Small school bus used for transportation is not equipped with the required electronic child safety alarm.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

      “Child care operation sign in/sign out log was not maintainted, The last day it was completed was on 11/28/2022, and the sign out time was not documented.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing

      “The operation has a step-2 Clubhouse Climber in the outside playground. The designated play surface has a height of 23 inches. The operation has turf grass, under the equipment.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information

      “Six children's files were evaluated. One file was missing the required admission information.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2022

  2. Dec 20, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “Activity plans posted in one toddler classroom, and one pre-k classroom were for previous weeks. Activity plan in school age classroom was not available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “Health environmental inspection was not available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation

      “Carbon monoxide monthly test documentation was not available for review. Fire extinguishers' monthly inspections documentations was not available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2021

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “Garbage cans in classrooms were uncovered. They did not have a lid. Garbage was accessible to children. Cleaning supplies were inside a closet. It was unlocked. Closet is in school age classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2022

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 Friends L.C.

Is Little Friends L.C. licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 13, 2020.

When was Little Friends L.C. last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 5, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Friends L.C. had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 6 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Friends L.C. care for?

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

Does Little Friends L.C. accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Little Friends L.C.'s hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Friends L.C. cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 251-9826 to ask.

What is Little Friends L.C.'s phone number?

(956) 251-9826.

Where is Little Friends L.C.?

8002 San Gabriel Dr Ste Ste B101-2-3-114, Laredo, TX 78045. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Feet & Learning Day Care Center, 0.1 miles away.

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