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Little Texans Learning Center

1215 DAVIS ST S, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482-4698

Operation number:
989606
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Hopkins
Capacity:
144
License effective:
March 29, 2010
Hours:
05:30 AM-05:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9038853011
Email:
littletexans1215@aol.com
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 34 available inspections for Little Texans Learning Center from September 3, 2021 through July 21, 2026.

14 inspections recorded violations, with 23 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 22, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.

That higher-concern topic showed up in four inspections.

Six later inspections, from June 24, 2026 through July 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
34

14 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
23

5 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
15

4 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

34 total inspections vs 7 local median in 75482

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.68
Local median
1

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
35%
Local median
50%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
41%
Local median
64%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.67

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation's last fire inspection was completed 3/2025.
Correction deadline
July 6, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 24, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Official code
746.5101(a)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operations last gas inspection was completed 3/2024.
Correction deadline
July 6, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 24, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
Official code
746.5401
View official report
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The operation was not following conditions on an approved variance. Per varaince condition an individual is to work in a classroom with a qualified caregiver. At inspection, observed the caregiver supervising three children 6 months to 11 months alone. This was corrected at inspection as a second caregiver was sent into the classroom.
Correction deadline
March 13, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 26, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.8311(b) - Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effect
Official code
745.8311(b)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operational policies were evaluated and lacked written procedures for the following: A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; C) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; D) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play; and E) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.
Correction deadline
March 18, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 26, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(18)(C) - Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity
Official code
746.501(a)(18)(C)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Observed two children were each napping on a torn nap mat that had exposed foam in one classroom. Nap mats cannot be properly sanitized if torn and have exposed foam.
Correction deadline
March 11, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 13, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A sampling of children records were evaluated. One child's record lacked a health statement.
Correction deadline
June 13, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 13, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Official code
746.603(a)(3)
Medium concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
In one classroom, during nap time, one caregiver was supervising 7 children, ages 15 months to 17 months. These numbers exceed the ratios allowed in a Licensed Child Care Center. This was discussed with the director. This was corrected at inspection as a second caregiver went into the classroom to assist supervise the children.
Correction deadline
March 6, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 13, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
Official code
746.1613(a)
View official report
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The operation was not following conditions on an approved variance. Per varaince condition an individual is to work in a classroom with a qualified caregiver. At inspection, observed the caregiver supervising five children birth to 11 months alone. This was corrected at inspection as a second caregiver was sent into the classroom.
Correction deadline
February 21, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 6, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.8311(b) - Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effect
Official code
745.8311(b)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
One caregiver was caring for 5 infants birth through 11 months. This was corrected at inspection as a second entered the room. In another classroom one caregiver was supervising 6 children ages 14 months to 17 months. This was corrected at inspection as the second caregiver returned to the classroom.
Correction deadline
February 21, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 6, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
View official report
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. It was determined an individual has been working in a classroom with children as a caregiver who does not have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Correction deadline
February 18, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 21, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Official code
746.1107(2)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing mats in two classrooms were observed torn with exposed foam which causes the mat not to be able to be properly sanitized. This was corrected at inspection as the operation replaced both changing mats.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Official code
746.3503(a)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
One child's food allergy plan was not signed by the parent.
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 13, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Official code
746.3819
Medium concern: Parent rights
Report finding
A sampling of children records were evaluated. Seven children records did not have a signed Parent's Rights form on file for review.
Correction deadline
June 20, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 17, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
Official code
HRC 42.04271
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Three employees lacked a notarized affidavit. Two employee's record lacked documentation of an employee statement regarding the center policies. Two employee's records lacked a statement regarding the personnel policies. One caregivers record lacked documentation of completion of orientation.
Correction deadline
July 24, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 11, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Official code
746.901
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A sampling of children records were evaluated. One child's immunization record was observed incomplete.
Correction deadline
August 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 11, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A child was observed seated in a highchair without straps and not strapped in. Two other high chairs did not have straps.
Correction deadline
July 17, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Official code
746.2407
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
In one classroom, a caregiver was observed talking on her cell phone.
Correction deadline
June 28, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Official code
746.1203(3)(D)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
In one classroom a caregiver was supervising 25 children, ages 4 years to 6 years (SPA: 5 years). This was corrected at inspection as 3 children were moved into another class. In another classroom, one caregiver was supervising 16 children, ages 3 years. These children had woken up from nap and were putting their nap mats away. This was corrected at inspection as another caregiver went into the classroom. These numbers exceed the ratio allowed in a Licensed Child Care Center. This was discussed with the direcctor.
Correction deadline
June 28, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing mat in one classroom was torn and had exposed foam. This was corrected at inspection as staff replaced the changing mat.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Official code
746.3503(a)
Medium concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient as a caregiver has put children in the corner as a method of discipline.
Correction deadline
June 15, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 28, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2803(4)(D) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
Official code
746.2803(4)(D)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient as a caregiver used an improper restraint which led to bruising of a child.
Correction deadline
June 15, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 28, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A sampling of children records were evaluated. One child's record lacked a health statement.
Correction deadline
September 29, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 2, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Official code
746.603(a)(3)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have a copy of the most recent fire inspection on file for review by Child Care Regulation.
Correction deadline
September 9, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 2, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
Official code
746.801(11)