First Steps Daycare
12904 State Highway 155 S, Tyler, TX
4.0· 38 reviews
Lions and Lambs Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 43
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Lions and Lambs Childcare
Lions and Lambs Childcare is a licensed child care center in Tyler, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 20, 2024, for up to 43 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 43 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| 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 | 43 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lions and Lambs Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Smith County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$118
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$108
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$104
State record
Inspection reports for Lions and Lambs Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 43 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1794338
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 20 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Food and nutrition 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
- Aug 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 10, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jun 18, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“While reviewing the operational policies during the HASA, the operation did not have information of the parents' rights.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“While revewing the emergency preparedness drills, the fire drills were conducted in January 2026 and Aprill 2026. No other fire drills were completed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
Jun 11, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“While doing an inspection, the operation did not have access to the personnel files.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“While doing a walk through of the operation, 3 children were observed sitting in a bucket table without being strapped in. This was corrected when the caregiver buckled the children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“While doing a walk through of the operation, there was an infant observed in a restrictive device asleep.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
- Apr 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 16, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegation and found to be deficient. The operation did not report to the parent at the end of the day a less serious injury.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2026
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
- Jan 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 16, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. It was learned during the investigation the infant room has been watching tv while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. There was enough evidence showing an infant sleeping with a bib on while at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
Sep 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During a walk through of the building, it was observed a classroom with 7 students with students under the age of 2. It was brought to the caregivers attention, and turned off while licensing was in the building.”
Corrected during the visit
Aug 8, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“During a review of the emergency practice drills, it was observed no fire drills has been conducted since January 29, 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 2025
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“During an inspection, it was observed an 10 month old infant eating a snack at the bucket table without being strapped in. The table did not have any straps in any of the seats.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 2025
Feb 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During a walk through inspection, it was observed in one classroom holes in the wall throughout the room. Photos were taken and reviewed with the director. Compliance was met while licensing was still in the building.”
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During an inspection of the building, it was observed 3 infants in their classroom with the tv on for an unknown amount of time. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver turned the tv off.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“During a walk through of the building, it was observed a 5 month old infant sleeping in a swing. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the child and put them in their crib.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“During a review of files, it was observed no infant feeding instructions were made available.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2024
May 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“During a walk through of the infant classroom, it was observed one infant sleeping in their crib while being swaddled. The infant does not have a sleep exemption form present at the center and this was corrected at the time of inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
“During a walk through of the building, none of the classrooms had a posted activity plan.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2024
- Mar 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Lions and Lambs Childcare
Is Lions and Lambs Childcare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 20, 2024.
When was Lions and Lambs Childcare 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 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lions and Lambs Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 9 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Lions and Lambs Childcare care for?
43, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lions and Lambs Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lions and Lambs Childcare'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 Lions and Lambs Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 707-7650 to ask.
What is Lions and Lambs Childcare's phone number?
(903) 707-7650.
Where is Lions and Lambs Childcare?
13730 State Highway 155 S, Tyler, TX 75703. The nearest other daycare we list is B.J.H. Learning Academy, 0.8 miles away.