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Desoto, TX 75115 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
First Step Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 136
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2002
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About
About First Step Learning Center
First Step Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Desoto, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 9, 2002, for up to 136 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 136 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infancy (4 weeks) to school-aged (12 years) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian-based), Play-based |
| Curriculum | Frog Street |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (ProCare) |
| Licensed capacity | 136 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Step Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $194 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$194
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$163
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$160
School age
Center$164
Home daycare$151
State record
Inspection reports for First Step Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 136 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2002
- License number
- #813204
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 17 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Supervision and ratios 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.
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See all 36 visits
- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 15, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director needs to complete 30 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“The children's room at the operation did not have an emergency evacuation plan posted.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Loose fill depth was found not be adequate at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“The caregiver for the infant room did not have annual SIDS training.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
- Oct 21, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 30, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
“A child was observed using a baby walker with wheels. The walker was removed from the building during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“Four caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training,”
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2025
Show 26 earlier visits
- Jul 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 9, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 2, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was observed caring for 7 infants ages 4-16 months. The specified age group was 0-11 months. The room was out of ratio by 3. An additional caregiver was placed in the classroom bringing the class into compliance.”
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The standard was evaluated as related a DFPS investigation. During the investigation inspection, one caregiver was observed caring for 7 children ages 9-19 months. The specified age group for the room was 12-17 months. The room was out of ratio by 2 children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2023
Mar 14, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The standard was evaluated as related a DFPS investigation. During the investigation inspection, one caregiver was observed caring for 7 children ages 9-19 months. The specified age group for the room was 12-17 months. The room was out of ratio by 2 children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2023
- Feb 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“The van used for transportation did not have a working electronic alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2023
Feb 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2023
- Mar 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 7, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 14, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.311(b) - Parental Notification - Safe Sleeping Deficiency Use Form 2970
“The operation failed to timely notify the parents of being cited for safe sleep.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2021
Nov 23, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant room was observed with 5 children ages 2 months-15 months. The room was out of ratio by 1 child. The school age room was observed with 28 children ages 6-12. The room was out of ratio by 2 children. During the inspection one infant was moved to another room which brought the infant room into compliance. During the inspection another caregiver was placed in the school age room bringing the room into compliance.”
Corrected during the visit
Nov 17, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
“The operation had a caregiver present with direct access to children after receiving an notice from the CBCU stating that he was ineligible to be at the operation. The staff member was immediately sent home from the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“One infant under the age of 12 months was observed sleeping in his crib with a blanket. The caregiver removed the blanket during the monitoring.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1305(a)(5) - Pre-service Training- Supervision and Safety
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there was no proof that two caregivers completed Supervision and Safety Training during pre-service.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2021
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. A child was able to exit their classroom and walk to the outdoor play area unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
Nov 17, 2021Complaint investigation4 rules cited
745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
“The operation had a caregiver present with direct access to children after receiving an notice from the CBCU stating that he was ineligible to be at the operation. The staff member was immediately sent home from the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“One infant under the age of 12 months was observed sleeping in his crib with a blanket. The caregiver removed the blanket during the monitoring.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1305(a)(5) - Pre-service Training- Supervision and Safety
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there was no proof that two caregivers completed Supervision and Safety Training during pre-service.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2021
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. A child was able to exit their classroom and walk to the outdoor play area unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
- Nov 15, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about First Step Learning Center
Is First Step Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 9, 2002.
When was First Step Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Step Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 First Step Learning Center care for?
136, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Step Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Step 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 First Step Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 230-8100 to ask.
What is First Step Learning Center's phone number?
(972) 230-8100.
Where is First Step Learning Center?
335 S Hampton Rd, Desoto, TX 75115. The nearest other daycare we list is Miles Of Smiles Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.