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Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 102
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center
Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 7, 2023, for up to 102 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 102 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 102 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 102 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1770477
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Food and nutrition 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Transportation 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Records and paperwork 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Aug 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Aug 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“3 out of 3 children did not have feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“3 out of 8 files reviewed did not have immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
- Mar 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“In the Toddler room there were 2 outlets uncovered. Note: This was corrected during the inspection when the director covered the outlets.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“There was no first aid kit located in the transportation van. Note: This was corrected when the driver placed another kit in the van.”
Corrected during the visit
Feb 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
“There is a missing bolt on the playground equipment for the kids.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2024
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“2 out of 10 records reviewed there was no admission form on file.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024
Aug 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Reviewing transportation Children's emergency contact records, 4 out of 6 children's records were missing address of another person responsible individual (friend or relative) who be contacted in an emergency when a parent cannot be reached.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
- Jun 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
- May 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“It was observed inside the Pre-K Classroom an ant bed at the exit door, ants coming inside the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2023
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“There was no emergency secondary location on the emergency preparedness plan. Note: THis was corrected at inspection when the permit holder added the secondary emergency location.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5202(5) - Emergency Preparedness Plan-Reunification Plan
“Emergency Preparedness plan did not have procedure for: How you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted. Note: This was corrected at inspection, when the permit holder added the procedure to the emergency policy.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5202(4) - Emergency Preparedness Plan-Continuity of Care Until Children Released
“Emergency Preparedness plan did not have procedure for: How your staff will continue to care for the children until each child has been released. Note: This was corrected at inspection, when the permit holder added the procedure to the emergency policy.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“In the Tiny Stepper's Classroom it was observed the Ceiling tile has a stained from possible leak.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center
Is Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 7, 2023.
When was Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 6 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center care for?
102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (346) 377-6871 to ask.
What is Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center's phone number?
(346) 377-6871.
Where is Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center?
5431 Barker Cypress Rd Ste 1500, Houston, TX 77084.