Little Friends L.C. LLC
Little Friends L.C. LLC is a licensed child care center in Laredo, TX, licensed for up to 91 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2020. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 12 times. Inspectors recorded 26 citations, 5 of them high-risk, most often for staff ratios (5 of 26). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #95 of 102 centers in Laredo and better than 5% of licensed centers statewide.
Inspection record
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The health inspection expired on July 14, 2026.
A caregiver was observed to be supervising children without an active, eligible background check.
One caregiver was observed supervising 6 children with a specified age group of 12m to 17m. Note: Another caregiver stepped in the classroom and the room was within ratio.
One out of seven records evaluated did not have the following trainings: hazardous materials and administering medication.
Two diaper changing mats were observed to be torn.
Six month old infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer.
One caregiver was observed supervising 8 children ranging from ages 7 months to 18 months. Note: It was corrected during inspection.
Six employee files were reviewed. Two employees were missing training in allergic reactions.
The infant classroom and the toddler room have diaper changing tables. The classrooms do not have hand-washing sink.
Activity plans in four classrooms only included one opportunity for outdoor play. Activitiy plans in three classrooms did not include the dates and group names. Activity plan was not available for the school age classroom.
Diaper changing mat was had two holes of approximataly 1 inch in diameter.
Diaper changing supplies were within children's reach in two classrooms.
Six children's files were reviewed. Five files did not include health statement signed by health care professional.
Required monthly test for carbon monoxide detector, and monthly inpection of fire extinguishers have not been conducted since January 2022.
List of the children being transported and emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported were not included in information carried in transportation vehicle. First aid kit was missing a thermometer. Note: Information was included in transportation binder during inspection.
Six children's files were evaluated. One file was missing the required admission information.
Employee observed supervising children did not have an active, eligible background check on file. Note: employee left the center during inspection.
Small school bus used for transportation is not equipped with the required electronic child safety alarm.
The operation has a step-2 Clubhouse Climber in the outside playground. The designated play surface has a height of 23 inches. The operation has turf grass, under the equipment.
Infant group of children was observed watching television. Note: it was corrected during inspection, by turning off the television.
Operational policies were pending information on a plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play, local abuse and neglect organizations, hearing and vision requirements, updated immunization records, and field trips.
Child care operation sign in/sign out log was not maintainted, The last day it was completed was on 11/28/2022, and the sign out time was not documented.
Garbage cans in classrooms were uncovered. They did not have a lid. Garbage was accessible to children. Cleaning supplies were inside a closet. It was unlocked. Closet is in school age classroom.
Activity plans posted in one toddler classroom, and one pre-k classroom were for previous weeks. Activity plan in school age classroom was not available for review.
Carbon monoxide monthly test documentation was not available for review. Fire extinguishers' monthly inspections documentations was not available for review.
Health environmental inspection was not available for review.
About this center
Common questions
Does Little Friends L.C. LLC take infants?
Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.
What are Little Friends L.C. LLC’s hours?
7:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.
Does Little Friends L.C. LLC accept child care subsidies?
Yes, according to its state licensing record.
How much does Little Friends L.C. LLC cost?
Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Little Friends L.C. LLC for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the South Texas area, which includes Laredo, is $31.00 a day for infants, $30.20 a day for toddlers and $29.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).
Has Little Friends L.C. LLC had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 5 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jul 22, 2026: “AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does Little Friends L.C. LLC compare with other daycares in Laredo?
It is tied for #95 of 102 centers in Laredo by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 5% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was Little Friends L.C. LLC last inspected?
Aug 5, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.
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Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.
To see the official record, search operation 1692764 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.