Claudia Marisol Gutierrez
Mercedes, TX 78570 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Tiny Steps Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 22
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Tiny Steps Learning Center
Tiny Steps Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Mercedes, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 22, 2022, for up to 22 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 22 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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 | 22 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Tiny Steps Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hidalgo County has a median price of $144 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$144
Home daycare$131
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$126
Preschool
Center$133
Home daycare$124
School age
Center$126
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Tiny Steps Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 22 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1728893
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safe sleep 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 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
“The following written operational policies are incomplete: (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F policy must include: (A)-(G); (20)Parent rights that are consistent with the rules in Division 5 of this subchapter(relating to Parent Rights);(26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children (A)-(E); (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in 746.2202 of this chapter(relating to What are my responsibilities when planning activities for a child in care with special care needs?).”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“A caregivers file was not available for review during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two children files are missing immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
- Nov 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“Observed a 10 month old infant asleep in a crib while covered with a blanket.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Facility does not have a current annual certification regarding unsafe children's products.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Facility does not have a current Fire Inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2024
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Facility does not have a current annual sanitation inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
Dec 15, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
“A caregiver has not obtained one hour of training in the following topic: prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2023
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
“Staff files were reviewed and the following was not available for review: pre service for a caregiver and TB results; a second file was missing proof of education.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2023
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“A caregiver has not obtained one hour of training in the following topics: recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome and understanding early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2023
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Facility is not current with children's products certification.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2023
- Jun 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 22, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“In reviewing staff sign in/out logs it was found that there was a person working with no cleared background check. This person has been working since 11/1. (NOTE: The person has not been present this week)”
Corrected during the visit
Sep 23, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“2 of the children's files reviewed were lacking immunizations. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as immunizations were emailed to the director and she was able to print them)”
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 15, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing mat in the infant room has several small tears that do not allow for proper sanitation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2022
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Not all children washed their hands prior to eating lunch. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as the children were asked to wash their hands.)”
Corrected during the visit
Show 6 earlier visits
- Jun 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 12, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Although the operation is not licensed for afterschool children, the room assigned for the age group is currently not set up and is not organized and children's items are on the tables. (Pictures on file)”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2022
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There have been no fire drills done since February. (One was attempted however the fire system was not operating properly)”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2022
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“The electronic smoke detection system was not working properly when the button for a drill was activated. There was no alarm sound and the company did not call to verify a drill.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2022
- Mar 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 10, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.5535(a)(1) - Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
“Facility does not have a carbon monoxide in the building.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2021
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Children's products was not available for review during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
“Written operational policies are incomplete.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Tiny Steps Learning Center
Is Tiny Steps Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 22, 2022.
When was Tiny Steps Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tiny Steps Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Tiny Steps Learning Center care for?
22, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Tiny Steps Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Tiny Steps Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Tiny Steps Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 684-5314 to ask.
What is Tiny Steps Learning Center's phone number?
(956) 684-5314.
Where is Tiny Steps Learning Center?
121 S Georgia Ave, Mercedes, TX 78570. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidcellence Learning Academy, 0.1 miles away.