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Little Ladders Christian Center
- licensed capacity
- 187
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $155
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About Little Ladders Christian Center
Little Ladders Christian Center is a licensed child care center in Midland, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 3, 2020, for up to 187 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 187 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 |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 187 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Ladders Christian Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Midland County has a median price of $155 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$155
Home daycare$138
Toddler
Center$144
Home daycare$131
Preschool
Center$140
Home daycare$129
School age
Center$132
Home daycare$122
State record
Inspection reports for Little Ladders Christian Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 187 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1689140
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 11 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Other rules 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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- Sep 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Caregivers did not have 24 hours of annual training completed. Some had between 8 and 10 hours completed between 2024 and 2026.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.1305(a)(1) - Pre-service Training- Developmental Stages
“A caregiver without 2-years experience in a licensed childcare center, hired March 2026 does not have 24 hours of preservice training completed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“An infant was asleep in the crib with a bib on. Another infant had a headband on. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the headband and the bib.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Fire inspection was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Infant caregivers did not have current training on SIDS, Shaken baby syndrome, and early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.5207(a) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram
“Emergency evacuation diagrams were not posted in each classroom. Most all classrooms did not have an evacuation diagram. This was corrected at inspection when the permit holder posted evacuation diagrams in all classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.1329(b)(1) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
“Training certificates did not have all required information such as number of hours or trainer credentials.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Fire Drills have not been practiced. Drils are practiced onece a year when the fire marshal comes to inspect.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant classroom had 11 infants under 12 months of age, with three caregivers.The room was out of ratio by one infant.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
- Aug 10, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 16, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“Director is not ensuring that all of the minimum standards are in compliance.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.501(a)(12) - Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
“Upon reviewing the operational policies, the operation did not address the vision and hearing policies.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“Upon reviewing the operation''s operational policies, their procedures for inclusive care was not addressed.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Children's records were reviewed. The following was not addressed: parent's acknowledgment that they received operational policies which addressed 1.) promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activities, 2.) procedures for supporting inclusive services. Also not addressed was water activities.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Caregivers who provide care for children have not completed the required SIDS, Shaken Baby Syndrome and Early Childhood Brain Development.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2025
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“Upon reviewing personnal records, it was found that the director did not complete the required hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.501(a)(28) - Written Operational Policies - Vaccine Preventable Diseases
“Upon reviewing the operation's operational policies, information and procedures for staff vaccines was not addressed.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Personnel records were reviewed. Staff have not completed the required 24 of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
“Upon reviewing the operation's operational policies, the operation's plan for providing a comfortable place for breastfeeding mothers was not addressed.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2025
Jan 23, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“Operation failed to complete mandatory report by the due date.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
- Nov 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Health inspection was not current.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Closet in the boys bathroom was unlocked. Inside this closet were cleaning products that are supposed to be made inaccessible to chilldren. I observed children in the bathroom prior to the closet door being locked.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
- Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“I observed a classroom that has children under two years old, having monitoring time during lunch.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
Show 12 earlier visits
Feb 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Two different groups of children under two years old were observed having screen tiime.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024
- Oct 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 13, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Infant feeding instructions for 8 infants were not updated with a monthly signature and date by parent.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
“Snack menu was not posted.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A child's Diagnosed Food Allergy Plan was not signed by parent.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
“A child's Diagnosed Food Allergy Plan was not posted in the child's room.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
- Aug 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 20, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
“Operation was re-cited for being over capacity by 15 children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
746.1401(e) - Substitutes, volunteers, and contractors who do not meet caregiver qualifications must never be left alone with children
“An employee/volunteer who does not meet the minimum standards requirements of having a high school diploma or GED was left alone to supervise a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“Director has allowed for the operation to be out of compliance even after being cited more than once.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
Jul 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
“Operation was over capacity.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2023
Jun 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
“On June 16th, operation was over capacity by 10 children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2023
- Jun 14, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- May 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“Gas inspection expired in March 2023 and has not been renewed.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2023
- May 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“During my walk through at naptime, I obseved three classrooms that were too dark as there was not sufficent lighting.”
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Ladders Christian Center
Is Little Ladders Christian Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 3, 2020.
When was Little Ladders Christian Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Ladders Christian Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 6 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Ladders Christian Center care for?
187, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Ladders Christian Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Ladders Christian Center'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 Ladders Christian Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (432) 695-6586 to ask.
What is Little Ladders Christian Center's phone number?
(432) 695-6586.
Where is Little Ladders Christian Center?
1708 N Fort Worth St, Midland, TX 79701. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA Franks, 0.2 miles away.