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Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 24
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center
Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center is a licensed child care center in McAllen, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 22, 2023, for up to 24 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 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 | 24 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hidalgo 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 Shoes Child Care & Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 24 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1762995
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Health, medication and illness 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 24, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Vents were observed covered in dust and debris throughout the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 28, 2026
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“A caregiver obserevd in ratio and caring for children had a first aid and CPR training with an expiration date of May 2026.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2026
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“Fire extinguishers were observed last serviced in March of 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 28, 2026
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“A caregiver was observed in the infant room counted in ratio and caring for infants. It was observed that caregiver did not have up to date SIDS training.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 28, 2026
- Nov 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“1 out 4 children records reviewed is missing a health care statement.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“4 out of 4 staff records reviewed are missing the following: 1) Hazardous Materials, Building Safety, Food Allergies 2) Hazardous Materials, Building Safety, Food Allergies 3) Hazardous Materials, Building Safety 4) Hazardous Materials, Building Safety, Food Allergies”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Jun 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
“The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 21, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
“The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.”
Corrected during the visit
Nov 9, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.207(a) - AP Parent Notification of Liability Insurance - If No Insurance Must Notify Parent in Writing at Enrollment
“Parents of new children enrolled were not notified of the operation's lack of liability insurance. There was no written documentation notifying the parents of the lack of liability Insurance.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection conducted was on 11/08/23.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“One employee's record did not have an affidavit, and three personnel records did not have an orientation statement.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023
- Sep 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“Affidavits were obtained and filed in the employee's file. Recite: There was no documentation/statement of the orientation received for caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2023
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Recite: A caregiver hired on 2/20/23 did not have the 24 hours of Pre-Service trainings completed.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2023
Show 4 earlier visits
Jun 9, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“There was no admission information for a child present/enrolled at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“One of the child's record did not have the parent's signature authorizing Emergency Medical Authorization.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“The smoke detectors have not been tested in a monthly basis. The last documented test date was on 2/05/23.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“A group of children including 2 children younger than 2 years were watching a movie, Cars.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
“Two exit doors were locked during operating hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“A caregiver hired on 2/20/23 did not have the 24 hours of Pre-Service trainings completed.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.207(a) - AP Parent Notification of Liability Insurance - If No Insurance Must Notify Parent in Writing at Enrollment
“There was no written documentation notifying the parents of the lack of liability Insurance.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2023
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“There was no affidavit in the four employee files. There was no documentation/statement of the orientation received for caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“There was no infant feeding instructions for one infant and another infant did not have a current feeding instruction form.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“The play yard/pen was observed with the sheet covering the mattress stained with vomit. The play yard was not labeled with the infant's name.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
- Apr 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 5, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“An infant was unsupervised in the play yard in the classroom. The staff was outside the classroom sitting across the room. The infant had vomit on the side of the face.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
Feb 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policies were incomplete. The Personnel Policies and Orientation were developed.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2023
746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System
“Four classrooms did not have a smoke detector.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center
Is Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 22, 2023.
When was Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 6 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 Shoes Child Care & Learning Center care for?
24, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 800-4172 to ask.
What is Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center's phone number?
(956) 800-4172.
Where is Little Shoes Child Care & Learning Center?
6316 N 10th St Unit D Ste 101, McAllen, TX 78504. The nearest other daycare we list is McAllen Learning Center & Daycare, 0.1 miles away.