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Poka Dots Day Care

503 Shiloh Dr, Laredo, TX 780454.6· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
147
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$126
year first permitted
2013

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About Poka Dots Day Care

Poka Dots Day Care is a licensed child care center in Laredo, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 5, 2013, for up to 147 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen until 7 PM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
147 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity147 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Poka Dots Day Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Webb County has a median price of $126 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.
Webb County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$126
Home daycare$115

Toddler

Center$119
Home daycare$111

Preschool

Center$117
Home daycare$110

School age

Center$111
Home daycare$105

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 Poka Dots Day Care

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
147 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2013
License number
#1503518
See the state's record

Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Background checks 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. Sep 2, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “The health inspection was last conducted on May 27, 2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      “Two out of ten employee records evaluated did not have an active CPR/First Aid certificate on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2026

  2. Sep 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation

      “The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were inspected, but this information was not documented.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025

  3. Oct 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 18, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  5. Sep 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “An infant classroom was observed to have one caregiver supervising 9 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 16 months. Classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. One employee was observed stepping out of an infant classroom, leaving the classroom out of cihld/caregiver ratio. Classroom had 6 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 18 months with two caregivers. One employee was observed walking back to her classroom. Classroom had 1 caregiver supervising 18 two year old children. Classroom was left out of child/caregiver ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach

      “Diaper changing supplies were under diaper changing tables in 4 classrooms. Doors were not locked.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024

  6. Jul 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. May 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 29, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

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

      “Person without a background check was observed present at the operation during inspection. Note: Individual left the operation during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024

  9. Sep 29, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “Ten children's files were reviewed. Two files were pending updated immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities

      “Infant activity schedule did not include a time for outdoor play. Infants were observed watching an educational video on an ipad.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023

  10. Mar 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
  1. Feb 17, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.5535(a)(1) - Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building

      “Carbon monoxide detector was not available in newly added suite.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan

      “Outdoor activity plan for suite that is not adjacent to main building was not availble for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2023

    • Food and nutritionHigh risk

      746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk

      “Toddlers were observed eating hot dogs. Hot dogs were not properly cut.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2023

  2. Oct 3, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “Ten files were reviewed. Seven children were pending updated immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2022

    • Safe sleepMedium High risk

      746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age

      “Two non-walking infants were observed sleeping on mats during naptime.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “Environmental inspection was last conducted on 08/18/2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2022

  3. Oct 14, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 8, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “Small stuffed animal with a small blanket attached to it was observed to be inside a 2 month old infants crib. Child was observed to be sleeping.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2021

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “Ten children records were evaluated. Three records were pending immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

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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FAQ

Questions about Poka Dots Day Care

Is Poka Dots Day Care licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 5, 2013.

When was Poka Dots Day Care last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Poka Dots Day Care had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Poka Dots Day Care care for?

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

Does Poka Dots Day Care accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Poka Dots Day Care's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Poka Dots Day Care cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 568-1299 to ask.

What is Poka Dots Day Care's phone number?

(956) 568-1299.

Where is Poka Dots Day Care?

503 Shiloh Dr, Laredo, TX 78045. The nearest other daycare we list is Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center, under 0.1 miles away.

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