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Little Scholars

200 W Saint Joseph Ave, San Diego, TX 783843.4· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
43
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$144
year first permitted
1998

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About Little Scholars

Little Scholars is a licensed child care center in San Diego, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 27, 1998, for up to 43 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, preschool and toddler care.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Before- and after-schoolSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
43 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumFrog Street Curriculum
StaffTrained in first aid, CPR, and emergency preparedness
SafetyStrict check-in procedures
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity43 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Little Scholars has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Duval 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.
Duval County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$153
Home daycare$138

Toddler

Center$144
Home daycare$133

Preschool

Center$140
Home daycare$131

School age

Center$133
Home daycare$125

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 Scholars

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
43 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
1998
License number
#530204
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 27, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 6 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 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. Mar 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 13, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “Four employee files were reviewed.Two files had expired first aid/CPR certificates.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025

    • Background checksHigh risk

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

      “Former employee was observed helping to supervise children during naptime. Note: Former employee left during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “Activity plan for one classroom was outdated. The activity plan for the second classroom did not include outdoor activities and did not include the date.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025

  4. Mar 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Feb 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 10, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  8. Apr 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Feb 9, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced

      “Fire extinguishers were last serviced on December 2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “Four employee files were reviewed. One employee completed the cpr training 100% online. It did not include use of a CPR manikin or hands-on skill-based instruction, practice, and testing.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

      “Emergency preparedness plan did not include information on how children with limited mobility will be helped to evacuate the center, and it did not list the name of the alternate shelter.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

      “The playground has a step 2 clubhouse climber and a crawl and climb caterpillar. The loose fill surfacing has a depth from 1.5 inches to 2.5 inches.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 5, 2023

  10. Feb 22, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Four employee files were evaluated. Two records were missing the required employment affidavit. Two employees were missing the education requirements. One employee was missing a copy of a photo identification.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “Activity plan was not available for review. Children were observed to be watching cartoons.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

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

      “Carbon monoxide detector has not been tested.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 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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Questions about Little Scholars

Is Little Scholars licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 27, 1998.

When was Little Scholars last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Scholars had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Scholars care for?

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

Does Little Scholars accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Little Scholars' hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Scholars cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (361) 562-3051 to ask.

What is Little Scholars' phone number?

(361) 562-3051.

Where is Little Scholars?

200 W Saint Joseph Ave, San Diego, TX 78384. The nearest other daycare we list is Abby's Daycare & Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.

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