Little Friends L.c. LLC
8002 SAN GABRIEL DR STE STE B101-2-3-114, Laredo, TX 78045 · Webb County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 91
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Blanca Aquino
- Phone
- (956) 251-9826
- Regulated since
- Jan 13, 2020
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1333233 · number 1692764
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 2 | Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 3 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2024 | 4 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (1) |
| 2022 | 9 | 6 | Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (3), Staff background & training (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (1) |
| 2021 | 4 | 3 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Safety & premises (1), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Aug 5, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 22, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was observed to be supervising children without an active, eligible background check.
HHSC 745.621(a)(2) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-22. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Other Serious
The health inspection expired on July 14, 2026.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-05. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 23, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 17, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-17. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Aug 19, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of seven records evaluated did not have the following trainings: hazardous materials and administering medication.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-02. Correction verified 2025-08-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Two diaper changing mats were observed to be torn.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-26. Correction verified 2025-08-26.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 23, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
One caregiver was observed supervising 8 children ranging from ages 7 months to 18 months. Note: It was corrected during inspection.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-10. Correction verified 2024-10-23.
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Other Serious
Six month old infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(1) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-10. Correction verified 2024-10-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Aug 23, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Six employee files were reviewed. Two employees were missing training in allergic reactions.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-09-03.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The infant classroom and the toddler room have diaper changing tables. The classrooms do not have hand-washing sink.
HHSC 746.4403(a) — Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-30. Correction verified 2024-10-09.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
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.
HHSC 746.2203(a) — Written Activity Plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-20. Correction verified 2023-11-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Diaper changing supplies were within children's reach in two classrooms.
HHSC 746.3501(6) — Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-27. Correction verified 2023-11-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Diaper changing mat was had two holes of approximataly 1 inch in diameter.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-14. Correction verified 2023-11-15.
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Supervision & ratios
Six children's files were reviewed. Five files did not include health statement signed by health care professional.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-01-10. Correction verified 2024-01-10.
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Safety & premises
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Jan 10, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 7, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Employee observed supervising children did not have an active, eligible background check on file. Note: employee left the center during inspection.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-03. Correction verified 2023-01-10.
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Other
Infant group of children was observed watching television. Note: it was corrected during inspection, by turning off the television.
HHSC 746.2207(a) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-07. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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.
HHSC 746.4901(a) — Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-07. Correction verified 2022-12-20.
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Discipline & child guidance
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.
HHSC 746.501(a)(18)(F) — Written Operational Policies - Plan for Extreme Weather
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-16. Correction verified 2023-01-10.
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Safety & premises Serious
Required monthly test for carbon monoxide detector, and monthly inpection of fire extinguishers have not been conducted since January 2022.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(2) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-08. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Safety & premises Serious
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.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-03. Correction verified 2023-01-10.
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Safety & premises Serious
Small school bus used for transportation is not equipped with the required electronic child safety alarm.
HHSC 746.5625(a) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-03. Correction verified 2023-01-10.
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Records & paperwork
Six children's files were evaluated. One file was missing the required admission information.
HHSC 746.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-08. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-08. Correction verified 2022-12-12.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 20, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
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.
HHSC 746.2203(a) — Written Activity Plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-12-21. Correction verified 2022-01-18.
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Other Serious
Health environmental inspection was not available for review.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-01-07. Correction verified 2022-01-18.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-21. Correction verified 2022-12-21.
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Safety & premises Serious
Carbon monoxide monthly test documentation was not available for review. Fire extinguishers' monthly inspections documentations was not available for review.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(3) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-22. Correction verified 2021-12-21.
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Other
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