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First Steps Montessori Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 37
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $828
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About First Steps Montessori Learning Center
First Steps Montessori Learning Center is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 28, 2023, for up to 37 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Montessori approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care. It lists monthly tuition from $828 to $975.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 37 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 18 months-3 years old; 3-6 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based, Montessori |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | CCS |
| Licensed capacity | 37 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Steps Montessori Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $828 to $975. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bexar County has a median price of $171 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Casita Program | $900 |
| Children's House | $828 |
| Nido Program | $975 |
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Casita Program | $208 |
| Children's House | $191 |
| Nido Program | $225 |
| Registration fee | $100 |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$171
Home daycare$154
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$149
Home daycare$139
State record
Inspection reports for First Steps Montessori Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 37 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1748762
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 14 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 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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- Sep 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“Based on information gathered during this investigation, the operation did not provide the parent of the child who wandered outside unsupervised with an incident report.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“Based on information gathered during the investigation, caregivers failed to properly supervise a child when the child was able to wander outside the daycare alone.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Based on information gathered during this investigation, the operation did not report to Child Care Regulation that a child wandered away from the daycare unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
Mar 31, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“During an investigation, it was determined that the caregivers did not know how many children were in their care on the day of the incident.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“During an investigation, it was determined that a child was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately three hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026
Mar 31, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“During an investigation, it was determined that the caregivers did not know how many children were in their care on the day of the incident.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“During an investigation, it was determined that a child was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately three hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026
Show 9 earlier visits
- Mar 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jan 27, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
“During the inspection, it was learned that the operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of the change in director. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director provided me with their qualifications.”
Corrected during the visit
Feb 26, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“The primary caregiver in the toddler classroom has provisional conditions and was caring for the children alone. Note: This was corrected when another caregiver was added in the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“One caregiver that provides care for children younger than 24 months of age, does not have the required training. One clock hour of the annual training hours must cover the following topics: (1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and (3) Understanding early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2025
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The Director does not have the required training in the following topics: Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with ?746.3803 of this title (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?)”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2025
- Feb 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.301(5) - Notification of Change in Age Range of Children In Care
“The operation allowed a 5 year old child in care before requesting that Child Care Regulation amend their permit to add ages 5 years and up. The operation is currently permitted to care for only children between 0-4 years.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2023
- Feb 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about First Steps Montessori Learning Center
Is First Steps Montessori Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 28, 2023.
When was First Steps Montessori Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Steps Montessori Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Steps Montessori Learning Center care for?
37, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Steps Montessori Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Steps Montessori Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Steps Montessori Learning Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $828 to $975, as it lists it.
What is First Steps Montessori Learning Center's phone number?
(210) 319-1330.
Where is First Steps Montessori Learning Center?
3850 S Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78264. The nearest other daycare we list is Monica A. Ramirez, 2.6 miles away.