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Little Angel's Learning Center

212 N Glasscock Blvd, Alton, TX 78573 · Hidalgo County
2 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Little Angel's Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Alton, TX, licensed for up to 77 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2007. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 15 times and investigated 4 reports. Inspectors recorded 20 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for records & paperwork (4 of 20). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 high-risk. 10% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #6 of 11 centers in Alton and better than 22% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 22%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
Tied for #6 of 11 centers in Alton
6High risk
3Medium High risk
11Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
20 citations from 15 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 17, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citationSep 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 12, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 11, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundSep 29, 2025 · Inspection · no citationSep 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundNov 19, 2024 · Inspection · no citationNov 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundNov 6, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundSep 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundSep 12, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 1, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 9, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 5, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundDec 28, 2022 · Inspection · no citationDec 5, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 9, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationDec 28, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork4
Training & qualifications3
Staff ratios3
Caregiver conduct2
Other standards2
Health & medication2
Building & playground safety2
Food & feeding1
Sleep safety1

Citations, newest first

HighSep 2, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
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.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 11, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
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.
Correction verified Sep 17, 2026
HighSep 8, 2025InspectionSleep safety
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 §746.2426(a)(2)
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.
Correction verified Sep 29, 2025
MediumSep 8, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records Maintained §746.603(a)
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.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2025
MediumSep 8, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Education Outside of U.S. §746.1111
A caregiver's education documentation received outside of the United States was not translated into English.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2025
Medium HighNov 15, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
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.
Correction verified Nov 19, 2024
MediumNov 6, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children §746.1701
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.
Correction verified Nov 15, 2024
MediumSep 26, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Personnel Records -Training Hours §746.901(6)
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.
Correction verified Oct 1, 2024
HighSep 26, 2024InspectionOther standards
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 §746.5607(e)(4)(C)
Bus used to transport children ages 5-11yo is missing safety belts.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2024
MediumSep 12, 2024Found during an investigationOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate §746.2207(c)(2)
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, children under 13 years told watched PG13 rated movies / videos.
Correction verified Nov 15, 2024
Medium HighSep 12, 2024Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Field Trips - Notification to Parents §746.3003
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.
Correction verified Nov 15, 2024
HighSep 12, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out §746.2805(8)
Based on the information obtained during the course the investigation, a child was placed in a restrictive device.
Correction verified Nov 15, 2024
MediumNov 21, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather §746.501(a)(18)(F)
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.
Correction verified Nov 29, 2023
MediumNov 21, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Seven staff files were reviewed. One file is missing notarized affidavit and a second file is missing the translation / equivalence of a foreign diploma.
Correction verified Dec 4, 2023
HighDec 5, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information §746.5617(a)(2)
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.
Corrected during the visit
MediumDec 5, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
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
Correction verified Dec 20, 2022
Medium HighDec 5, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
Outdoor restroom ceiling has build-up humidity.
Correction verified Dec 28, 2022
MediumDec 5, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report §746.801(12)
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.
Correction verified Dec 7, 2022
MediumDec 28, 2021InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
One out of five staff files reviewed is missing a copy of high school diploma/ged or equivalent.
Correction verified Jan 4, 2022
MediumDec 28, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
One out of the eight children's files reviewed is missing a health statement.
Correction verified Jan 4, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity77 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-07:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceFeb 22, 2007
DirectorDora Estrada
Phone9565191727
State operation #863259

Common questions

Does Little Angel's Learning Center take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Little Angel's Learning Center’s hours?

7 AM to 7 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Little Angel's Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Little Angel's Learning Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Little Angel's Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Lower Rio Grande Valley area, which includes Alton, is $35.60 a day for infants, $34.40 a day for toddlers and $33.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Little Angel's Learning Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Sep 2, 2026: “Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Little Angel's Learning Center compare with other daycares in Alton?

It is tied for #6 of 11 centers in Alton by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 22% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Little Angel's Learning Center last inspected?

Sep 17, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

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 863259 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.