Cultivating Young Minds

Welcome to Best Lil School House in Laredo — a place where little minds grow, big dreams begin, and every child feels at home! We create a fun, safe, and caring environment where children can learn, explore, make friends, and build confidence every day.

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The Owner & Directors

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Melba Urdiales-Ortiz

Owner and director of our daycare on Laredo Street

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Tanit Ruiz

Director of our daycare on Saunders

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Rosa Barrera

Director of our daycare on Los Presidentes

Our Three Locations

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About Us

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