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La Joya, TX 78560 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Gators Daycare Center
- licensed capacity
- 67
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Little Gators Daycare Center
Little Gators Daycare Center is a licensed child care center in Rio Grande City, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 17, 2023, for up to 67 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 67 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 67 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Gators Daycare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Starr County has a median price of $144 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 Gators Daycare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 67 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1760733
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 25, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Apr 8, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“3 out of 6 childrens files reviewed are missing up to date immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“2 out of 5 personnel records reviewed were missing up to date First Aid and CPR.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Most recent fire inspection dated 1/6/25. *Fire inspection conducted by county fire department during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“A caregiver obserevd caring for infants does not have up to date training for the following topics: (1)Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma (2)Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) (3)Understanding early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
May 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“2 out of 6 children's records reviewed were missing the following: 1) Parent's rights, Health care statement, Emergency information, immunization records. 2) Address of emergency contact, parents rights, health care statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
May 8, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“Feeding instructions for 1 out of 4 infants was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“2 out of 6 employee records reviewed are missing the following: 1) Proof of education 2) Photo Identification”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“A changing mat in the toddler and infant room were observed torn.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Several vents were observed covered in dust, dirt and other particles. All restrooms were observed with trash cans without lids. Several doors and walls throughout the facility were observed dingy with a dark coloration.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“6 out of 6 children's records reviewed were missing the following: 1) Parent's rights, Health care statement, Emergency information, immunization records. 2) Address of emergency contact, parents rights, health care statement. 3) Emergency information. 4) Emergency information. 5) Emergency information, helathcare statement, immunizations. 6) Emergency information.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“3 out of 6 personnel records reviewed were missing First Aid and CPR.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
- May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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- Dec 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Gators Daycare Center
Is Little Gators Daycare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 17, 2023.
When was Little Gators Daycare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Gators Daycare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Gators Daycare Center care for?
67, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Gators Daycare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Gators Daycare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Gators Daycare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 844-0659 to ask.
What is Little Gators Daycare Center's phone number?
(956) 844-0659.
Where is Little Gators Daycare Center?
777 N FM 2360, Rio Grande City, TX 78582. The nearest other daycare we list is The Apple Tree Daycare, Inc. II, 6.1 miles away.