Texas records · BEXAR County · SAN ANTONIO

The Little Engine Learning Center

Licensed Center in SAN ANTONIO, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued July 1, 2016

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
4122 AVENIDA PRIMA ST, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78233 6819
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
July 1, 2016
Operation number
1573396
Licensed capacity
106 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record27
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record8
Assessments on record0
Standards evaluated across those visits5,778
Citations recorded40
Record coversDecember 15, 2021 – August 13, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High6
Medium High22
Medium11
Low1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionAugust 13, 20263 citations recorded3 of 522 standards cited at this visit
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High
The director last completed transportation training on 7/4/2025. She completed the transportation training today on 8/13/2026.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(4) - Children Handwashing After Outdoor ActivitiesRisk level: Medium High
Children were observed coming from the playground outside and not washing their hands.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The toilet in the school-age restroom was backed up due to another child clogging it with toilet paper. There was also feces in the toilet that emitted a smell of feces.

Correction verified by the state on August 18, 2026.

InspectionFebruary 12, 20263 citations recorded3 of 725 standards cited at this visit
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High
One out of seven staff files reviewed had a CPR certificate that expired on 10.12.2025.

Correction verified by the state on February 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue BreathingRisk level: Medium High
One out of seven staff files reviewed had a First Aid certificate that expired on 10.12.2025.

Correction verified by the state on February 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care programRisk level: Low
Two out of eight children's files reviewed did not have a health statement on file.

Correction verified by the state on February 20, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 25, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 5, 20251 citation recorded1 of 523 standards cited at this visit
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High
The depth of the loose fill under the swings at the big playground was less than an inch. The depth of the loose fill at the merry-go-round in the toddler playgound was one inch.

Correction verified by the state on September 25, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 21, 20251 citation recorded1 of 379 standards cited at this visit
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions CurrentRisk level: Medium High
Three of ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records in their files.

Correction verified by the state on April 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 30, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 16, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
The infant classroom was over ratio by one infant. The specified age group was 8 months and 5 infants were being supervised by one caregiver. Note: This was corrected at inspection when one infant was moved to another classroom.

Correction verified by the state on December 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 9, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportDecember 5, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 29, 20241 citation recorded1 of 447 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Two of ten children's records reviewed did not have a health statement on file.

Correction verified by the state on November 8, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 25, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 17, 20241 citation recorded1 of 390 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
The caregivers in the infant classroom gave incorrect number of children in the classroom. Caregivers stated there were six infants when there were seven infants. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver confirmed an additional child had been dropped off.

Correction verified by the state on September 25, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 17, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 184 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 24, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 26, 20244 citations recorded4 of 123 standards cited at this visit
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or RepairedRisk level: Medium High
The afterschool outdoor play area had a rusted play tub with rusted bolts, a leaning fun hoop funnel and gap in the fence.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting SheetsRisk level: Medium High
Six cribs had loose sheets covering the crib mattresses. Note: This was corrected at inspection when caregivers replaced sheets.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance ChecklistRisk level: Medium
There was no documentation that monthly maintenance checklists were completed. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the Director conducted an inspection of the active play areas.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters SafeguardedRisk level: Medium High
Three classrooms had a fan on top of children's cubbies unsecured.

Correction verified by the state on April 24, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 9, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 8, 20231 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit
HRC 42.04271 - Parent's RightsRisk level: Medium
During the inspection the director stated that the Provider's Guide to Parent's Rights had not been passed out to parents.

Correction verified by the state on December 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 19, 20236 citations recorded6 of 259 standards cited at this visit
746.4135(c) - Children's Products-Posting of CPSC websiteRisk level: Medium
The operation does not have the Children's Products Certification form posted. This was corrected at inspection when the second director posted the form.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
Fire extinguishers are not current on their checks. This was corrected at inspection when the director conducted a fire extinguisher check.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
Two children in the infant room, who are not yet on table food, did not have current feeding instructions.

Correction verified by the state on October 24, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak InspectionRisk level: Medium High
The gas inspection was due 9/30/2023.

Correction verified by the state on October 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3809 - Medication No Longer UsedRisk level: Medium
The medication drawer had a prescription that was two years old. This was corrected at inspection with the director disposed of the medication.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationRisk level: Medium
The operation has not certified that they have reviewed each of the recall notices issued by the CPSC and that there are no unsafe products in the center. This was corrected at inspection when the second director filled out the Children's Products Certification form and signed it.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 22, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 12, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportSeptember 6, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 27, 20231 citation recorded1 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.5007(b) - Fencing Around Swimming Pool -Gates Self-closing/ Self-latching/LockedRisk level: High
Recite- Swimming pool gate was missing the self lock mechanism.

Correction verified by the state on August 2, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJuly 24, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and SanitaryRisk level: Medium High
Based on the evidence and interviews conducted it was determined that the operation served a meal that was unsafe and unsanitary to consume.

Correction verified by the state on September 22, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 12, 20237 citations recorded7 of 886 standards cited at this visit
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters SafeguardedRisk level: Medium High
Wood fence used as a barrier for the outdoor air conditioner was found broken and unanchored in the playground.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
Two classroom are currently being used for storage and not maintained as licensed space.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
A staff member's purse in the infant classroom was sitting on a filing cabinet in reach of children. Note: This was corrected at the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
Operation policies were missing the time durations, and benefits, of how the operation will be promoting indoor and outdoor physical activity.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear PointsRisk level: High
Three push toys were found worn off and broken in the toddler playground. Broken toys that were going to be discarded were found accessible to children.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5007(b) - Fencing Around Swimming Pool -Gates Self-closing/ Self-latching/LockedRisk level: High
Swimming pool gate was missing the self lock mechanism.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in careRisk level: High
The vehicle used to transport children did not have working Child Safety Alarm.

Correction verified by the state on July 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 13, 20232 citations recorded2 of 123 standards cited at this visit
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High
A sanitiation inspection was not conducted for the previous year. The last inspection conducted was 11/19/2021

Correction verified by the state on January 23, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire InspectionRisk level: Medium High
There wasn't a copy of the most recent fire inspection report on file or posted at the operation.

Correction verified by the state on February 7, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 9, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportOctober 26, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
ReportOctober 26, 20221 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with ParentRisk level: Medium High
The operation did not share infant daily reports with the parents.

Correction verified by the state on December 23, 2022.

InspectionJuly 26, 20224 citations recorded4 of 671 standards cited at this visit
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each RoomRisk level: Medium High
There was no emergency evacuation and relocation diagram posted in the school age room. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director printed and posted one in the classroom.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium
2 out of the 8 staff records reviewed were missing training on the topic of administering medication

Correction verified by the state on August 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance ChecklistRisk level: Medium
There have been no monthly building and grounds checks conducted for the current calender year.

Correction verified by the state on August 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions CurrentRisk level: Medium High
2 out of the 10 children's files reviewed were missing current immunization records.

Correction verified by the state on August 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 14, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportApril 7, 2022Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 15, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportMarch 5, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 22, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 15, 20212 citations recorded2 of 511 standards cited at this visit
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or ToddlersRisk level: High
There was a single staple found on the bounce and play tray area in the infant classroom.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
Three infant feeding logs were not current for the month of December.

Correction verified by the state on December 17, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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