Penny Hagler
Little Elm, TX 75068 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FirstSteps Homeschool
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $158
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About FirstSteps Homeschool
FirstSteps Homeschool is a licensed group home daycare in Little Elm, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 10, 2022, for up to 12 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
FirstSteps Homeschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a home daycare in Denton County has a median price of $158 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$191
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$158
Preschool
Center$170
Home daycare$156
School age
Center$159
Home daycare$146
State record
Inspection reports for FirstSteps Homeschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1728336
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 5 visits
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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- Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
747.1309(d) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours
“The primary caregiver was missing the following training: 1- Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; 2- Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic, 3- Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2023
747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
“The emergency preparedness plan was missing the following items: How children who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments will be evacuated or relocated to the designated safe area or alternate shelter, and How you will continue to care for the children until each child has been released”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2023
- Sep 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about FirstSteps Homeschool
Is FirstSteps Homeschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 10, 2022.
When was FirstSteps Homeschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has FirstSteps Homeschool had rules cited by the state?
No. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists no cited rules in its 5 visits in the last 3 years. 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 FirstSteps Homeschool care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does FirstSteps Homeschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are FirstSteps Homeschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does FirstSteps Homeschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (952) 270-4150 to ask.
What is FirstSteps Homeschool's phone number?
(952) 270-4150.
Where is FirstSteps Homeschool?
Little Elm, TX 75068. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.