Texas Premier Childcare
2455 W Interstate 40, Amarillo, TX
Little Feet Big Steps
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $147
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Little Feet Big Steps
Little Feet Big Steps is a licensed child care center in Amarillo, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 9, 2021, for up to 34 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 6 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
- 34 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 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 | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Feet Big Steps has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Potter County has a median price of $147 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$147
Home daycare$134
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$129
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$127
School age
Center$129
Home daycare$122
State record
Inspection reports for Little Feet Big Steps
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1731336
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 14 visits · 25 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- 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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See all 19 visits
- Jul 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“Based on the evidence obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was placed in a highchair for time out for discipline. The time also exceeded the age of the child for the number of minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2025
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“The nap room had an older infant grouped with toddler, pre-k and school age. There was more than an 18 month age gap between the youngest infant in the group and the oldest child. There was a 45 month gap in age.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2025
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 11, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“Both cribs were not labeled with the correct name for the infant that uses the crib.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was observed asleep in a restrictive device. The caregiver had mutliple opportunities to move the infant in between other caregiver tasks but did not.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
- Jan 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 9 earlier visits
Dec 12, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The last two months of fire drills were not able to be completed in three minutes or less. One drill took 3 minutes and 15 seconds and one took 4 minutes to be able to exit.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“One staff personnel files lack form 2912 pre employment affidavit for staff that were hired after September 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
746.305(a)(7) - Report Change in Controlling Person
“An individual listed on the controlling person list is past due for being removed. This was put into compliance with having the director put in writing that this individual can be removed from the controlling person list by child care regulation.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“One caregivers personnel record only has 7 out of 24 hours of annual training and only covers child development and brain development training topics. All remaining topics required are lacking, including abuse and neglect training. Two substitutes confirmed by the director additionally do not have documented annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Three older infants were grouped with an older group of children with the oldest child five years of age. The age gap between the youngest infant and the oldest child exceed 18 months.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
“Daily sheets have not been routinely completed for infants 12-17 months of age. It was confirmed at inspection that daily sheets were not being shared through the bright wheel app with parents once the infants turned 12 months of age.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
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
“A child in care was left alone with an adult that is not a caregiver employed with the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“An individual no longer associated with the operation since May 2024 has not been inactivated. This was corrected at inspection with the individuals background check being inactivated.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1403(a)(2)(A) - Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-Pre-service training
“Two substitutes caregivers confirmed by the director do not have documented pre-service training or completed orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2024
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Two infants that required infant feeding instructions have not had it updated since June 2024. Additionally, one does not provide enough details, including what the child drinks or the amount.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
- Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 27, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
“The toddler snack items were observed being stored on the lid of the classroom trash can that is used to store dirty diapers in preparation for snack time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
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
“The sole infant caregiver was observed leaving the classroom to complete tasks in the kitchen on two different occasions during the inspection. The caregiver did not have auditory and visual awareness of the infants and was not within physical proximity. Additionally, the sole pre k caregiver additional left the classroom to complete other tasks.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
“Toddlers were observed walking around while drinking their sippy cups. The caregiver did not attempt to redirect them to sit while drinking their sippy cups.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
746.2201 - Planned Activities Designed to Meet Individual Needs
“The morning drop off room is used for 90 minutes with the pre k age classroom with the only available activity of large duplo blocks. Alternative activities were not offered by the staff. For the first 30 minutes of the morning, the group is mixed with infants and toddlers as well. Additional planned activities are needed to ensure the individual needs of each age group have variety of choices to engage in during morning activities.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Jun 20, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“The sink in the infant classroom is not working and the children were unable to have their hands washed at the hand washing sink after diaper changing, before meal times and after outdoor activities.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“A caregiver was re-hired and the CPR training for her expired in January 2024. The caregiver was observed at inspection supervising a classroom as the only caregiver in that classroom without CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two children's records was lacking immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“The sink in the infant classroom is not working and the caregiver failed to do appropriate hand washing after diaper changing.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
746.4751(d) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Keep Records for 3 Months
“Documentation of monthly checks of the active play space was not available at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The infant classroom has hanging cords from a shelf above the sink and the cord is accessible to children in care. Additionally, the pre k bathroom has cleaning supplies under the bathroom sink and the cabinet is not secured to prevent children from accessing the cleaning supplies. The eating area room also has sanitizing wipes accessible to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
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
“Staff were observed at inspection leaving their classrooms unsupervised for other job-related tasks on seven different occurrences during the duration of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
- Aug 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The most recent fire inspection was completed on August 31, 2021 and was due to be completed every 12 months by August, 31, 2022. The annual fire inspection is past due.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2022
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“A 14 month old was combined with an older age group with the oldest child was 4 years of age. There is more than an 18 month age gap between the infant in the group and the oldest child.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2022
- May 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Feet Big Steps
Is Little Feet Big Steps licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 9, 2021.
When was Little Feet Big Steps last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Feet Big Steps had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 6 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 Little Feet Big Steps care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Feet Big Steps accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Feet Big Steps' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Feet Big Steps cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (806) 353-0961 to ask.
What is Little Feet Big Steps' phone number?
(806) 353-0961.
Where is Little Feet Big Steps?
1919 Brazos St, Amarillo, TX 79102. The nearest other daycare we list is Mini MAAC, 0.6 miles away.