Edith B. Hernandez
San Antonio, TX 78218 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Hands Playschool
- licensed capacity
- 112
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Little Hands Playschool
Little Hands Playschool is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 31, 2019, for up to 112 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 5 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 112 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 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 | 112 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Hands Playschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bexar County has a median price of $171 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$171
Home daycare$154
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$149
Home daycare$139
State record
Inspection reports for Little Hands Playschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 112 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1665942
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 18 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Transportation 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Food and nutrition 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 16, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The required fire inspection had expired and a current fire inspection was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2026
- Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation does not have a current annual fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2025
- Apr 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 6, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Three of four children'a files did not include an up-to-date immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“One of four children's files did not have an address listed for their emergency contact. One of four children's files did not have an admission date for child.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Three of ten staff files were missing the notarized employment affidavit. One of ten staff files was missing the pre-employment affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One of ten caregivers was not current on CPR/First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
- Oct 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 4, 2024Complaint investigation6 rules cited
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the operation failed to immediately notify the parent of a child that their child had been left unattended in the transportation vehicle for an undetermined amount of time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the operation failed to report to Child Care Regulation an incident of a child left unsupervised on a transportation vehicle for an undetermined amount of time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
“During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not conduct the required safety precautions to ensure no child remained on a transportation vehicle upon arrival at the child care facility.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS Investigation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“During a DFPS investigation, it was determined that the operation was using a van to transport children in care that was not equipped with an electronic child safety alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
746.1205(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 caregiver failed to provide proper supervision to a group of children in her care during transportation from school to the child care facility resulting in a child being left behind in the transportation vehicle unattended for an undetermined amount of time when the other children ran ahead into the operation without waiting to be counted or for a name to face to be conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
Show 39 earlier visits
- Apr 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 14, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Dec 4, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Several areas of the operation was observed to be dirty and unsanitary .”
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2023
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
“Lunch had been prepared and left cooling on stove uncovered for over an hour; it was then served to children during lunchtime. An unopened gallon of milk was found in refrigerator with the expiration date of 11/29/23. This was corrected during inspection as the milk was thrown out.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
“The assistant director had completed the playground maintenance checklist for the day, and had left several hazards out accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2023
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One of fourteen employees did not have current certification for CPR/First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2023
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“The director did not have verification of current transportation training on file. One of fourteen employees had verification of only 10 of the required 24 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The restrooms had toilet brushes and a plunger accessible to small children. This was corrected during inspection when the items were moved and made inaccessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One of ten children's files did not contain a current and up-to-date immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2023
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“Three of the four fire extinguishers in the operation had not been serviced in over one year. Two had last service date of May/2022 and the third has been serviced in November/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“There was no fire inspection available for review. The director was not able to provide verification that it was completed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2023
- May 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
“One transportation van was found with a deployed air bag.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 12, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
“It was determined that the operation did not report a Covid Case to licensing in the appropriate timeframe.”
The state verified the correction on May 18, 2023
Apr 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“Two out of three vehicle fire extinguishers were found not properly mounted.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 5, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“At the time of inspection both caregivers in the prek room did not know how many children were in her care. She stated there were 13 children in her care when there were 12.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2023
- Dec 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 20, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An employee present during the inspection was put inactive background check status in 11/2021. Individual did not have an eligibility status and was present in the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“In the Two/Three year old Classroom a caregiver's purse was noted on top of a desk at reach of children. Note: Caregiver immediately locked her purse in a locked cabinet.”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“Two infants were obsereved lanyard on attached to them as they slept. This corrected at inspection when caregiver removed the lanyards attached to the sleeping infants.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Two caregivers did not have a their current First Aid/CPR on file.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2022
- Jan 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 28, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A dead rodent was found on the infant playground”
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2022
Dec 14, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Minimal rodent feces was found in three classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2021
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“Two out three infants were not securely strapped in the high chairs while they were eating.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2021
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“The inside of the slide had was broken and had hole covered by tape.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2021
Dec 2, 2021Visit4 rules cited
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
“The toys and furniture in the infant and two-year-old classroom were soiled and had not been properly cleaned. A rug in the school-age classroom had been chewed up in multiple places by rodents. The outside infant toys were soiled with dirt, torn, and had standing water.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Mouse traps and an open trash bin were observed in the school-age classroom assessable to children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose-fill on the playground did not meet the proper depth, and grass was seen growing over the loose-fill.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Rodent feces was found in multiple classrooms, including the school-age and two-year-old classrooms. Rodent feces were also found in the kitchen closet. The school-age restroom had not been adequately cleaned and had a strong order of urine.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
- Nov 30, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 23, 2021Visit2 rules cited
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“During an inspection on November 19, 2021 it was proven two caregivers who hired in the September 2021 did not receive their orientation training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2021
746.1303(1) - Orientation-Minimum Standards
“During an inspection November 19, 2021 it was proven two caregivers had not received their orientation training and been at the operation since September 7, 2021”
The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2021
Nov 22, 2021Complaint investigation6 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The director failed to ensure the staff were adequately trained in their daily duties and failed to respond appropriately to children becoming injured in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
746.3607(1) - Critical Injury - Contact EMS After Ensuring Supervision of Group
“Operation failed to contract emergency services when four children came into contact with a chemical cleaner, which caused a severe reaction.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
746.3607(3) - Critical Injury - Contact Parent
“The operation failed to notify the parents of children who required medical attention. The incident occurred at 9:00 am, and the parents found out about the incident when they picked up their children.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Neglect occurred when four toddlers were exposed to a chemical cleaner resulting in a severe reaction, and emergency services were not sought.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Staff failed to remove the chemical cleaner left on surfaces within the operation resulting in four children becoming exposed to the cleaner and needing medical attention.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
746.3429(b) - Pest Extermination in Areas Where Children Present Treated Only if Allowed on Label
“The operation failed to follow the directions on the label for a chemical cleaner and did not wipe down the surface before children entered the room, resulting in four toddlers needing medical attention.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
Nov 19, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Caregiver was observed with thirteen children care between the ages of twelve months and four years old with speiified age group of two years old.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021
- Nov 16, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 10, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“During the course of the investigation it was proven two caregivers used bad judgment by having a verbal altercation with profanity in front of children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
Nov 9, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“During the course of the investigation it was proven the operation has infestation of Rats. Rat Exerment was seen in classrooms staff confirmed seeing rats during operating hours.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
“Based on interviews with staff and observation of the operation confirms rodent feces present in the classrooms. Rodent feces was seen in vicinity of furniture and children's toys.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Little Hands Playschool
Is Little Hands Playschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 31, 2019.
When was Little Hands Playschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Hands Playschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 5 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Hands Playschool care for?
112, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Hands Playschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Hands Playschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Hands Playschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 908-9915 to ask.
What is Little Hands Playschool's phone number?
(210) 908-9915.
Where is Little Hands Playschool?
7030 Ray Bon Dr, San Antonio, TX 78218. The nearest other daycare we list is Blocks and Tots Learning Center 2, 0.3 miles away.