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Small Steps Learning Academy

2305 Kingston Dr, Longview, TX 756044.6· 33 reviews
licensed capacity
34
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$118
year first permitted
2020
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About Small Steps Learning Academy

Small Steps Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Longview, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 27, 2020, for up to 34 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: 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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
34 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k and toddler care
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
DiscountsTuition credits for referrals
Parent updatesParent app (Parent Communication App)
Licensed capacity34 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Small Steps Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Gregg County has a median price of $118 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.
Gregg County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Small Steps Learning Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
34 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2020
License number
#1701741
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 11 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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 25 visits
  1. Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

      “During inspection the loose fill was measured at 3 inches instead of the required 6 inches.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 2025

  3. Apr 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 10, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Oct 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jul 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jul 19, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.3003 - Field Trips - Notification to Parents

      “The parents were not provided the location of a field trip.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

      “During the investigation, it was found that a caregiver grabbed a child by the arm leaving marks and a small bruise.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2024

  9. Jun 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jun 13, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 15 earlier visits
  1. Nov 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 8, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  3. Sep 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Aug 31, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  5. Jul 27, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  6. Jun 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. May 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 18, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium High risk

      746.2803(3) - Discipline - Teaches Acceptable Behavior and Self-control

      “During the investigation it was determined that a caregiver hit children and asked them if they like to be hit when they were fighting with each other as a form of guidance.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2023

  9. Mar 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Feb 28, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  11. Feb 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Nov 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Jun 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Jun 2, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  15. Dec 2, 2021InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Small Steps Learning Academy

Is Small Steps Learning Academy licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 27, 2020.

When was Small Steps Learning Academy last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Small Steps Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Small Steps Learning Academy care for?

34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Small Steps Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Small Steps Learning Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Small Steps Learning Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 295-5949 to ask.

What is Small Steps Learning Academy's phone number?

(903) 295-5949.

Where is Small Steps Learning Academy?

2305 Kingston Dr, Longview, TX 75604. The nearest other daycare we list is First Step, under 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).