Little Angel's Learning Center
212 N GLASSCOCK BLVD, Alton, TX 78573 · Hidalgo County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 77
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-07:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Dora Estrada
- Phone
- (956) 519-1727
- Regulated since
- Feb 22, 2007
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 300322 · number 863259
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 3 | 1 | Illness & medication (1), Safety & premises (1), Other (1) |
| 2024 | 7 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (3), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (1), Records & paperwork (1) |
| 2022 | 4 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (1), Records & paperwork (1) |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | Records & paperwork (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 17, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 2, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
A spray bottle with water and bleach was observed under the sink of a toddler room restroom. The spray bottle was accessible to children as the safety latch of the cabinet door was broken. Note: This was CORRECTED at inspection when the spray bottle was removed and stored in an area out of children's reach.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-09-02.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Aug 12, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 11, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, the director did not demonstrate self-control when a child's shoes were thrown.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-09-08. Correction verified 2026-09-17.
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Other Serious
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Sep 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver's education documentation received outside of the United States was not translated into English.
HHSC 746.1111 — Education Outside of U.S.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-19. Correction verified 2025-09-09.
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Safety & premises Serious
An 8 month old infant was observed asleep on a restrictive device (Floor Bouncer) for an undetermined amount of time. Note: The infant was moved to their assigned play yard during inspection.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(2) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-08. Correction verified 2025-09-29.
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Illness & medication
1 of 8 children's records reviewed was missing the statement of the child's health from a health-care professional. A second child's record was missing the child's immunization record.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-15. Correction verified 2025-09-09.
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Other
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Nov 19, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A total of 8 children ages 15mo-3yo were combined in room #2. Age difference between youngest and oldest child in the room exceeds 18 months.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-15. Correction verified 2024-11-19.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 6, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
One caregiver was supervising a group of 9 children ages 15mo, 2yo, 2yo, 2yo, 2yo, 3yo, 3yo, 3yo and 3yo. Classroom was over ratio by 3 children. Note: This was corrected when an additional caregiver arrived 26 minutes later.
HHSC 746.1701 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-06. Correction verified 2024-11-15.
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 26, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Bus used to transport children ages 5-11yo is missing safety belts.
HHSC 746.5607(e)(4)(C) — 4 through 7 years of age, outgrown weight or height limit of seat and less than 4 feet, 9 inches in height or cannot be properly secured
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-10. Correction verified 2024-10-10.
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Staff background & training
Two out of six staff training records reviewed and missing certificates for the following training topics: hazardous materials, food allergies, emergency preparedness and communicable diseases.
HHSC 746.901(6) — Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-10-03. Correction verified 2024-10-01.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Sep 12, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, children under 13 years told watched PG13 rated movies / videos.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(2) — Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-07. Correction verified 2024-11-15.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the information obtained during the course the investigation, a child was placed in a restrictive device.
HHSC 746.2805(8) — Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-11-07. Correction verified 2024-11-15.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained throughout the course of the investigation, operation did not post the field trip notification at least 48 hours in advance of a field trip.
HHSC 746.3003 — Field Trips - Notification to Parents
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-13. Correction verified 2024-11-15.
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Other
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Aug 1, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 9, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 5, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 21, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Operational policies were reviewed and missing the following: (18)(F) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play. (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.
HHSC 746.501(a)(18)(F) — Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-30. Correction verified 2023-11-29.
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Records & paperwork
Seven staff files were reviewed. One file is missing notarized affidavit and a second file is missing the translation / equivalence of a foreign diploma.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-08. Correction verified 2023-12-04.
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 28, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 5, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three out of six staff trainings records reviewed are missing trainings on the following topics: -Safe Sleep / Shaken Baby -Hazardous Materials -Administering Medications -Building and Physical Premises Safety
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-19. Correction verified 2022-12-20.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Outdoor restroom ceiling has build-up humidity.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-26. Correction verified 2022-12-28.
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Safety & premises Serious
Transportation binder taken during routes is missing Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported. Note: provider made copies of the 1st and 2nd page of the admission form and generated an updated transportation binder.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-12-05.
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Records & paperwork
Most recent health inspection report was not available for review at inspection. Per provider an inspection was conducted 4/2022 but could not be located.
HHSC 746.801(12) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-12. Correction verified 2022-12-07.
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Staff background & training
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May 9, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 28, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One out of the eight children's files reviewed is missing a health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-11. Correction verified 2022-01-04.
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Records & paperwork
One out of five staff files reviewed is missing a copy of high school diploma/ged or equivalent.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-07. Correction verified 2022-01-04.
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Records & paperwork
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