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Little Explorers Education Center

Licensed Center in HIDALGO, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued September 8, 2016

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
124 N 1ST ST, HIDALGO, TX 78557
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
September 8, 2016
Operation number
1582597
Licensed capacity
55 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record21
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record4
Assessments on record1
Standards evaluated across those visits4,593
Citations recorded38
Record coversApril 19, 2022 – March 11, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High9
Medium High16
Medium10
Low3

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionMarch 11, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 569 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 8, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 318 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 29, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 1, 20251 citation recorded1 of 240 standards cited at this visit
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of CompletionRisk level: Medium High
One personnel record reviewed, Caregiver does not meet education requierments.

Correction verified by the state on December 29, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 3, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 276 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 28, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 37 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 26, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 263 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 9, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 28, 20251 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
Observed child sleeping in restrictive device.

Correction verified by the state on June 9, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 16, 20251 citation recorded1 of 607 standards cited at this visit
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
Observed child sleeping in restrictive device.

Correction verified by the state on May 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 15, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationRisk level: Medium
It is determined that a child was present in operation with no admission information on file.

Correction verified by the state on June 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 6, 20252 citations recorded2 of 9 standards cited at this visit
746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statementRisk level: Medium
One record reviewed with a Health Statement indicating one will be obtained within 12 months of enrollment and was not obtained. Enrollment date showed 1/17/24.

Correction verified by the state on May 7, 2025.

746.1329(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's QualificationsRisk level: Low
Certificate reviewed in file did not have documentation of how trainer met criteria to provide training.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2025.

ReportMay 6, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 28, 20259 citations recorded9 of 379 standards cited at this visit
746.1805(b) - Transportation Child/Caregiver Ratio - Children 2 Years and OlderRisk level: Medium High
Caregiver who provides transportation does not meet caregiver qualifications.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statementRisk level: Medium
One record reviewed with a Health Statement indicating one will be obtained within 12 months of enrollment and was not obtained. Enrollment date showed 1/17/24.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active playRisk level: Medium High
Drinking water was not avialble durring outdoor active play time.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
A total of 14 children in operation. Infant observed to be grouped in a classroom with a child that exceeded the 18month age difference; the age difference in the room was 28months.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High
Record reviewed with no curent transportation traning. A training was last dated 4/25/2022.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2505(1) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriateRisk level: Medium High
Two children sitting in bucket seats were observed sleeping on bucket seat table while caregiver was doing janitorial dutties.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoRisk level: Medium
Observed a tablet held up with thumb pins on wall observed to be playing an animated video (Coco Melon) in room with children under two years of age present.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1329(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's QualificationsRisk level: Low
Certificate reviewed in file did not have documentation of how trainer met criteria to provide training.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High
2 of the 4 records reviewed did not have current Pediatric CPR records on file. One record indicated it expired in 1/2025. One record was missing Pediatric CPR in file.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportApril 15, 20253 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High
Based on DFPS investigation, a caregiver with a pending status on background checks was present in the operation caring for children.

Correction verified by the state on April 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High
Based on the preponderance gathered throughout the course of the investigation, it is determined that a staff present in operation did not have up to date trainings in pediatric CPR/First Aid at time of investigation and had been left to supervise children during operating hours.

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
Based on DFPS investigation, there were 5 infants in care with one caregiver.

Correction verified by the state on April 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 3, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 25, 20241 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
An 8mo old child was observed asleep in a swing and covered with a blanket.

Correction verified by the state on July 3, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 3, 20243 citations recorded3 of 575 standards cited at this visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
There were a total of fifteen children present at the operation. In the toddler room; eleven children ages 15mo-11yo were combined in one room for naptime. Age difference was greater than 18 months. Note: During inspection, two children ages 15mo and 23mo were moved from toddler to infant room. Infant room then had a total of six children ages 7mo-23mo with one caregiver and one volunteer. Infant room became over ratio by one child.

Correction verified by the state on June 25, 2024.

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
A kidney table with bucket seats is missing safety straps for four of the seats. Three children were observed using the seats without the straps. Note: During inspection, children were moved to seats with straps.

Correction verified by the state on June 25, 2024. 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 four staff files reviewed is missing orientation, pre-service and first aid training.

Correction verified by the state on June 25, 2024.

InspectionJune 21, 20236 citations recorded6 of 685 standards cited at this visit
746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Six staff files were reviewed. One file is missing copy of high school diploma or equivalent and attendance records. A second file is missing the translation / equivalence of a foreign high school diploma.

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2023.

746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
Operational Policies were reviewed and the following is missing: (8) Suspension and expulsion policy (18)(a)(b)(c)(d)(g) Outdoor and Physical Activity Policies (19) Insect repellent and sunscreen policy

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical InformationRisk level: High
Transportation binder was reviewed and the following information is missing: -Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization form for three children. -Parent s names and telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for two children.

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

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
Toddler room has an eight bucket seats table. Five out of the eights seats are missing the safety straps.

Correction verified by the state on June 22, 2023.

746.1011(a) - Director present-Minimum 75%Risk level: Medium High
One out of two designed Directors is not regularly present at the operation.

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1317(a)(6)(B) - Center not on probation, suspension, emergency suspension, or revocation in two years preceding or admin penaltyRisk level: Low
One of our six staff trainings records reviewed has certificates for trainings provided by the Director. The trainings were provided within two years after operation was issued an administrative penalty.

Correction verified by the state on July 6, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 2, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 28, 20221 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was caring for six children ages 5mo to 3yo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child is greater than 18months.

Correction verified by the state on August 2, 2022.

InspectionJuly 18, 20224 citations recorded4 of 591 standards cited at this visit
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months RequiredRisk level: Medium High
One out of five staff trainings records reviewed is missing training on Safe Sleep / Shaken Baby / Early Brain Development.

Correction verified by the state on July 20, 2022.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium
One out five children's records reviewed is missing immunization records.

Correction verified by the state on July 26, 2022.

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High
Last fire drill, smoke/CO detector and fire extinguisher checks were conducted on 04/23/2022. Note: During inspection fire extinguisher and smoke/CO detector were checked. Smoke Detector in the school-age room was not working but batties were placed.

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2022.

746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop BottlesRisk level: High
A five month old child was awake and having a bottle in a swing, bottle was propped with a blanket.

Correction verified by the state on July 28, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 5, 20221 citation recorded1 of 8 standards cited at this visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
Sewage material was observed coming out of an outdoor pipe located within the operation's playground. There is garbage in the playground including trash bags and used plate/cup. There is a broken slide in the playground.

Correction verified by the state on May 10, 2022.

AssessmentApril 25, 20221 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High
A staff member was present at the operation and caring for children without prior background check eligibility notice. The role of a volunteer changed to an employee over a year ago. Operation has not submitted a renewal background check with the employee's current role.

Correction verified by the state on April 29, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 21, 20223 citations recorded3 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never UnsupervisedRisk level: High
An infant-age child was left asleep and unsupervised in the infant room for approximately 35 minutes.

Correction verified by the state on April 25, 2022.

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High
A staff member was present at the operation and caring for children without prior background check eligibility notice. The role of a volunteer changed to an employee over a year ago. Operation has not submitted a renewal background check with the employee's current role.

Correction verified by the state on April 25, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesRisk level: Medium
There were five children in the toddler room ages 8mo-2yo watching toy story while eating a snack. There were 11 children in the prek room watching sherk while eating a snack. Two out of the nine children in the school-age room were playing games in their cellphones.

Correction verified by the state on April 25, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportApril 19, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

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