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Little Kids Academy

12 serious findings across 20 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent serious finding: Jun 2, 2026.

4814 E Hwy 83, Escobares, TX 78582 · (956) 847-2601

At a glance

Inspection record · 36 monthsStatewide licensed centers, n=9,617

Serious findings0 critical, 12 serious, 0 minor across 20 inspections and 0 investigations (20 visits). Most recent serious: Jun 2, 2026.

Critical0 vs median 4

55% of centers have at least one

Serious12 vs median 8

75% of centers have at least one

LicenseSince 2017Full Permit

Practical9:30a–5:30pMon–Fri · Infant to school · Licensed capacity 34

Texas HHSC operation #1658693 · last checked against Texas Sep 16, 2026

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Programs and services

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Meals providedListed
Snacks providedListed
Before-school careNot listed
After-school careListed
Transportation to/from schoolListed
Drop-in careNot listed
Part-time careNot listed
Field tripsNot listed
Skill classesNot listed
Weekend careNot listed
Night careNot listed
AccreditedNot listed
Accepts child care subsidiesListed

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Inspection record

Visits available in our Texas data, newest first. Visits with findings are shown in full; runs of clean visits are folded into one line. Findings are quoted from the inspector's report with the Texas risk level beside our severity.

Inspection history is one input into your decision, not a guarantee of safety or a rating of care quality. How to read this record.

2026
Jul 15, 2026 to Jul 15, 20264 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Jul 15, 2026 inspection
- Jul 15, 2026 inspection
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- Jul 15, 2026 inspection
Jun 2, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
  During inspection one child was observed on an i-pad and another was observed on a phone. No planned activity taking place incorporated screen time and no adult guidance was observed. *This was corrected at inspection when addressed and electronics were stored away*
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2207(c)(1).
Jun 2, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
  During inspection one child was observed on an i-pad and another was observed on a phone. No planned activity taking place incorporated screen time and no adult guidance was observed. *This was corrected at inspection when addressed and electronics were stored away*
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2207(c)(1).
Jun 2, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
  During inspection one child was observed on an i-pad and another was observed on a phone. No planned activity taking place incorporated screen time and no adult guidance was observed. *This was corrected at inspection when addressed and electronics were stored away*
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2207(c)(1).
Jun 2, 2026Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
  During inspection one child was observed on an i-pad and another was observed on a phone. No planned activity taking place incorporated screen time and no adult guidance was observed. *This was corrected at inspection when addressed and electronics were stored away*
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2207(c)(1).
2025
Aug 13, 2025 to Aug 13, 20254 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Aug 13, 2025 inspection
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- Aug 13, 2025 inspection
Jul 23, 2025Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
  Ceiling tiles throughout the facility were observed with water stains, collapsing or missing. Paint in the toddler/Pre-k room was observed pealing off the wall.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(9).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
  The inner lining of the transportation vehicle was observed detaching from the vehicle. 1 seat belt was observed unable to be fastened. 1 seat belt was observed not secure and bolted to the vehicle.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5603(c).
Jul 23, 2025Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
  The inner lining of the transportation vehicle was observed detaching from the vehicle. 1 seat belt was observed unable to be fastened. 1 seat belt was observed not secure and bolted to the vehicle.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5603(c).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
  Ceiling tiles throughout the facility were observed with water stains, collapsing or missing. Paint in the toddler/Pre-k room was observed pealing off the wall.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(9).
Jul 23, 2025Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
  The inner lining of the transportation vehicle was observed detaching from the vehicle. 1 seat belt was observed unable to be fastened. 1 seat belt was observed not secure and bolted to the vehicle.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5603(c).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
  Ceiling tiles throughout the facility were observed with water stains, collapsing or missing. Paint in the toddler/Pre-k room was observed pealing off the wall.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(9).
Jul 23, 2025Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
  The inner lining of the transportation vehicle was observed detaching from the vehicle. 1 seat belt was observed unable to be fastened. 1 seat belt was observed not secure and bolted to the vehicle.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.5603(c).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
  Ceiling tiles throughout the facility were observed with water stains, collapsing or missing. Paint in the toddler/Pre-k room was observed pealing off the wall.
  Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified Aug 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(9).
2024
Aug 27, 2024 to Aug 27, 20244 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Aug 27, 2024 inspection
- Aug 27, 2024 inspection
- Aug 27, 2024 inspection
- Aug 27, 2024 inspection

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2023
Sep 5, 2023 to Sep 5, 20234 inspections
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- Sep 5, 2023 inspection
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- Sep 5, 2023 inspection
2022
Sep 20, 2022 to Sep 20, 20224 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Sep 20, 2022 inspection
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- Sep 20, 2022 inspection
2021
Oct 6, 2021 to Oct 6, 20214 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Oct 6, 2021 inspection
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- Oct 6, 2021 inspection
Sep 24, 2021Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  The following trainings were not available for review for one caregiver. Training year 07/2020-07/2021 Emergency preparedness Administering medication. Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
  Corrected Oct 6, 2021, verified Oct 4, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
  4 out of 4 nap time cots used during nap time were not labeled with children's names as observed during inspection.
  Corrected Sep 27, 2021, verified Oct 6, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4503(b).
Sep 24, 2021Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
  4 out of 4 nap time cots used during nap time were not labeled with children's names as observed during inspection.
  Corrected Sep 27, 2021, verified Oct 6, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4503(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  The following trainings were not available for review for one caregiver. Training year 07/2020-07/2021 Emergency preparedness Administering medication. Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
  Corrected Oct 6, 2021, verified Oct 4, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).
Sep 24, 2021Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
  4 out of 4 nap time cots used during nap time were not labeled with children's names as observed during inspection.
  Corrected Sep 27, 2021, verified Oct 6, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4503(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  The following trainings were not available for review for one caregiver. Training year 07/2020-07/2021 Emergency preparedness Administering medication. Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
  Corrected Oct 6, 2021, verified Oct 4, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).
Sep 24, 2021Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  The following trainings were not available for review for one caregiver. Training year 07/2020-07/2021 Emergency preparedness Administering medication. Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
  Corrected Oct 6, 2021, verified Oct 4, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
  4 out of 4 nap time cots used during nap time were not labeled with children's names as observed during inspection.
  Corrected Sep 27, 2021, verified Oct 6, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4503(b).

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