Learning Time Day Care & Kindergarten
554 Cupples Rd, San Antonio, TX
3.6· 59 reviews
Little Smiles Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 57
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 1998
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About
About Little Smiles Day Care
Little Smiles Day Care is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 26, 1998, for up to 57 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 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 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
- 57 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 | 57 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Smiles Day Care 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 Smiles Day Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 57 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1998
- License number
- #533650
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 18, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 10 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Feb 18, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Four of the infants did not have updated infant feeding instructions available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2026
- Jun 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 18, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“No feeding schedule for the one infant was unavailable at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One of the six staff had an expired CPR/First aid card expiring on 6.9.24. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two of the six children records didn't have updated immunization record on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A can of paint was observed under the restroom cabinet of the toddler classroom accessible to the children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
“The caregiver in the toddler classroom stated the children in the classroom were 2-3 years old when verifying the children were 18-24 months.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2024
- Feb 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.3505(c) - Diapering Procedures - Use Disposable Gloves
“A caregiver in the toddler classroom was observed changing diapers with gloves without washing hands between each diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“In the toddler classroom the children were observed not washing hands after a diaper change. In the infant classroom a teacher was observed placing a child in the highchair for a cookie without washing the child's hands.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“The caregiver in the toddler classroom stated there were 12 children in care when there were actually 10 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
Show 5 earlier visits
- Jul 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant classroom was observed out of ratio with eight children (4months-13 months) to one caregiver at the time of the walkthrough. This resulted in the caregiver being out of ratio by four children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver returned back into the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 5, 2023
Jun 20, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
746.2505(2) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Enough Available to Prevent Competition
“Two shelves in the toddler classroom were observed empty while children were waiting for diaper changes. NOTE: This was corrected when the shelves were filled with age apprpriate toys.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“A trashcan in the toddler classroom was observed without a lid that contained dirty diapers that was accessible to children. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection when the trashcan was replaced.”
Corrected during the visit
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“One of the six children files was missing immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 21, 2023
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
“A toddler was observed in the dining hall walking around drinking from a baby bottle. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
“A written plan to handle transportation emergencies was not available at the time.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2023
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A seven-month-old infant was observed inside the crib drinking from a baby bottle. NOTE: Corrected at inspection when the child was taken out of the crib and held.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2023
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“A list of children being transported was unavailable for review. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 12, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two of four children's files did not have a healthcare statement included in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2022
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The operation did not have a plan set up. Operation is currently in process of gathering all required information.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2022
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“Gas inspection is overdue as of 7/1/22.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2022
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Monthly fire drills are not being conducted and documented as required. Carbon monoxide/smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are not checked monthly and documented as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Smiles Day Care
Is Little Smiles Day Care licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 26, 1998.
When was Little Smiles Day Care last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 18, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Smiles Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Smiles Day Care care for?
57, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Smiles Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Smiles Day Care'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 Smiles Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 434-7135 to ask.
What is Little Smiles Day Care's phone number?
(210) 434-7135.
Where is Little Smiles Day Care?
508 Cupples Rd # 5, San Antonio, TX 78237. The nearest other daycare we list is Learning Time Day Care & Kindergarten, 0.1 miles away.