First Step Learning Center

701 NORWOOD LN, Hearne, TX 77859Open
F

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

54 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: Open

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

December 23, 2025

Provenance

Texas licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
First Step Learning Center
License number
826929
Location
701 NORWOOD LN, Hearne, TX 77859
Status
Open
Safety grade
F (Poor), score 0.0/100
Inspection record
54 inspections, last inspected December 23, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

F
Poor0.0 / 100
Health0/100
Safety0/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance0/100

Quality Rating

3 Stars

Rated by Texas Rising Star, the state quality rating and improvement system.

92

Total Violations

Dec 23, 2025

Last Inspection

120

Capacity

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (92)

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Oct 16, 2025

One child had a food allergy plan that was signed by the physician, but not the child's parent.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-10-23

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2419(8)Oct 16, 2025

In one of the infant rooms, the handwashing sink was being used for washing bottles. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver and director were informed that the handwashing can't be used for bottles and the bottles were taken to the kitchen.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Oct 16, 2025

One child had a food allergy plan that was signed by the physician, but not the child's parent.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-10-23

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2419(8)Oct 16, 2025

In one of the infant rooms, the handwashing sink was being used for washing bottles. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver and director were informed that the handwashing can't be used for bottles and the bottles were taken to the kitchen.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Oct 16, 2025

One child had a food allergy plan that was signed by the physician, but not the child's parent.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-10-23

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2419(8)Oct 16, 2025

In one of the infant rooms, the handwashing sink was being used for washing bottles. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver and director were informed that the handwashing can't be used for bottles and the bottles were taken to the kitchen.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2419(8)Oct 16, 2025

In one of the infant rooms, the handwashing sink was being used for washing bottles. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver and director were informed that the handwashing can't be used for bottles and the bottles were taken to the kitchen.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Oct 16, 2025

One child had a food allergy plan that was signed by the physician, but not the child's parent.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-10-23

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)Jan 15, 2025

One caregiver was missing eight hours of annual training and the required training topics, and five caregivers were missing the required training topics.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-29

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(6)(A)Jan 15, 2025

The director was missing training in the following required topics: SIDs and shaken baby, abuse and neglect, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases, administering medication, responding to allergic reactions, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling hazardous materials.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.901(5)Jan 15, 2025

Two caregivers who had been hired after September of 2023 did not have a pre-employment affidavit on file.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.901(5)Jan 15, 2025

Two caregivers who had been hired after September of 2023 did not have a pre-employment affidavit on file.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)Jan 15, 2025

One caregiver was missing eight hours of annual training and the required training topics, and five caregivers were missing the required training topics.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-29

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(6)(A)Jan 15, 2025

The director was missing training in the following required topics: SIDs and shaken baby, abuse and neglect, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases, administering medication, responding to allergic reactions, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling hazardous materials.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)Jan 15, 2025

One caregiver was missing eight hours of annual training and the required training topics, and five caregivers were missing the required training topics.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-29

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(6)(A)Jan 15, 2025

The director was missing training in the following required topics: SIDs and shaken baby, abuse and neglect, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases, administering medication, responding to allergic reactions, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling hazardous materials.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)Jan 15, 2025

One caregiver was missing eight hours of annual training and the required training topics, and five caregivers were missing the required training topics.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-29

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.901(5)Jan 15, 2025

Two caregivers who had been hired after September of 2023 did not have a pre-employment affidavit on file.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.901(5)Jan 15, 2025

Two caregivers who had been hired after September of 2023 did not have a pre-employment affidavit on file.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(6)(A)Jan 15, 2025

The director was missing training in the following required topics: SIDs and shaken baby, abuse and neglect, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases, administering medication, responding to allergic reactions, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling hazardous materials.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(2)Apr 17, 2024

A caregiver stated she had 13 children in care and it was determined she had 15 children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-17

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(2)Apr 17, 2024

A caregiver stated she had 13 children in care and it was determined she had 15 children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-17

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(2)Apr 17, 2024

A caregiver stated she had 13 children in care and it was determined she had 15 children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-17

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(2)Apr 17, 2024

A caregiver stated she had 13 children in care and it was determined she had 15 children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-17

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Apr 11, 2024

Based on video footage viewed of the incident, it was determined the caregiver was not properly supervising the children. The caregiver was observed with her back to the children just prior to when the incident occurred.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-15

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Apr 11, 2024

Based on video footage viewed of the incident, it was determined the caregiver was not properly supervising the children. The caregiver was observed with her back to the children just prior to when the incident occurred.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-15

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Apr 11, 2024

Based on video footage viewed of the incident, it was determined the caregiver was not properly supervising the children. The caregiver was observed with her back to the children just prior to when the incident occurred.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-15

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Apr 11, 2024

Based on video footage viewed of the incident, it was determined the caregiver was not properly supervising the children. The caregiver was observed with her back to the children just prior to when the incident occurred.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-15

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.301(2)Feb 15, 2024

The operation changed 2 infant classroom to classrooms that were utilized by Toddlers and did not notify Child Care Regulation. In addition, the operation is not utilizing 3 classrooms that are counted towards the capacity. One classroom has paint stored on the counter and no furniture in the classroom. Another classroom was utilized as storage. The 3rd classroom was changed to a teacher lounge. I reviewed with the Director Child Care Regulation's required notifications. During the inspection, the classrooms were remeasured and a new permit will be generated to reflect the changes.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.301(2)Feb 15, 2024

The operation changed 2 infant classroom to classrooms that were utilized by Toddlers and did not notify Child Care Regulation. In addition, the operation is not utilizing 3 classrooms that are counted towards the capacity. One classroom has paint stored on the counter and no furniture in the classroom. Another classroom was utilized as storage. The 3rd classroom was changed to a teacher lounge. I reviewed with the Director Child Care Regulation's required notifications. During the inspection, the classrooms were remeasured and a new permit will be generated to reflect the changes.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.301(2)Feb 15, 2024

The operation changed 2 infant classroom to classrooms that were utilized by Toddlers and did not notify Child Care Regulation. In addition, the operation is not utilizing 3 classrooms that are counted towards the capacity. One classroom has paint stored on the counter and no furniture in the classroom. Another classroom was utilized as storage. The 3rd classroom was changed to a teacher lounge. I reviewed with the Director Child Care Regulation's required notifications. During the inspection, the classrooms were remeasured and a new permit will be generated to reflect the changes.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.301(2)Feb 15, 2024

The operation changed 2 infant classroom to classrooms that were utilized by Toddlers and did not notify Child Care Regulation. In addition, the operation is not utilizing 3 classrooms that are counted towards the capacity. One classroom has paint stored on the counter and no furniture in the classroom. Another classroom was utilized as storage. The 3rd classroom was changed to a teacher lounge. I reviewed with the Director Child Care Regulation's required notifications. During the inspection, the classrooms were remeasured and a new permit will be generated to reflect the changes.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSSAFETY746.405(4)Feb 17, 2023

While doing a walk through at the operation there was not a local Licensing office telephone number posted for parents to see. This was corrected at the inspection when contact numbers were posted on the parent board.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Feb 17, 2023

While reviewing video footage at the operation it was seen that the supervision of children was not ensured when the caregivers ran out the room and children started walking out of the open door.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

MINORHEALTH746.709Feb 17, 2023

The operation did not have incident reports for injuries that were known to have occurred with children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-03-10

MINORHEALTH746.709Feb 17, 2023

The operation did not have incident reports for injuries that were known to have occurred with children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-03-10

SERIOUSSAFETY746.405(4)Feb 17, 2023

While doing a walk through at the operation there was not a local Licensing office telephone number posted for parents to see. This was corrected at the inspection when contact numbers were posted on the parent board.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Feb 17, 2023

While reviewing video footage at the operation it was seen that the supervision of children was not ensured when the caregivers ran out the room and children started walking out of the open door.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

SERIOUSSAFETY746.405(4)Feb 17, 2023

While doing a walk through at the operation there was not a local Licensing office telephone number posted for parents to see. This was corrected at the inspection when contact numbers were posted on the parent board.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Feb 17, 2023

While reviewing video footage at the operation it was seen that the supervision of children was not ensured when the caregivers ran out the room and children started walking out of the open door.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

MINORHEALTH746.709Feb 17, 2023

The operation did not have incident reports for injuries that were known to have occurred with children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-03-10

SERIOUSSAFETY746.405(4)Feb 17, 2023

While doing a walk through at the operation there was not a local Licensing office telephone number posted for parents to see. This was corrected at the inspection when contact numbers were posted on the parent board.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Feb 17, 2023

While reviewing video footage at the operation it was seen that the supervision of children was not ensured when the caregivers ran out the room and children started walking out of the open door.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

MINORHEALTH746.709Feb 17, 2023

The operation did not have incident reports for injuries that were known to have occurred with children in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-03-10

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4907(a)(1)Feb 10, 2023

While walking the outdoor play area there was not 6 inches of loose fill present underneath the slides.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4907(a)(1)Feb 10, 2023

While walking the outdoor play area there was not 6 inches of loose fill present underneath the slides.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4907(a)(1)Feb 10, 2023

While walking the outdoor play area there was not 6 inches of loose fill present underneath the slides.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4907(a)(1)Feb 10, 2023

While walking the outdoor play area there was not 6 inches of loose fill present underneath the slides.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-24

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1309(e)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 staff files. All 10 files were missing SIDS/Shaken baby, Admin medication, food allergy, and hazardous material training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

CRITICALSAFETY746.2407Dec 1, 2022

Observed an infant sitting in a highchair without being strapped into the seat. It was corrected when the infant was taken out of the highchair.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.613(a)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 children's files. 2 out of 10 files were missing immunizations.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407Dec 1, 2022

Observed the legs on playground equipment exposed which is a tripping hazard.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-05

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1309(e)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 staff files. All 10 files were missing SIDS/Shaken baby, Admin medication, food allergy, and hazardous material training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

CRITICALSAFETY746.2407Dec 1, 2022

Observed an infant sitting in a highchair without being strapped into the seat. It was corrected when the infant was taken out of the highchair.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.613(a)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 children's files. 2 out of 10 files were missing immunizations.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1309(e)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 staff files. All 10 files were missing SIDS/Shaken baby, Admin medication, food allergy, and hazardous material training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407Dec 1, 2022

Observed the legs on playground equipment exposed which is a tripping hazard.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-05

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1309(e)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 staff files. All 10 files were missing SIDS/Shaken baby, Admin medication, food allergy, and hazardous material training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.613(a)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 children's files. 2 out of 10 files were missing immunizations.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

CRITICALSAFETY746.2407Dec 1, 2022

Observed an infant sitting in a highchair without being strapped into the seat. It was corrected when the infant was taken out of the highchair.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407Dec 1, 2022

Observed the legs on playground equipment exposed which is a tripping hazard.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-05

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.613(a)Dec 1, 2022

Observed 10 children's files. 2 out of 10 files were missing immunizations.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-15

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407Dec 1, 2022

Observed the legs on playground equipment exposed which is a tripping hazard.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-12-05

CRITICALSAFETY746.2407Dec 1, 2022

Observed an infant sitting in a highchair without being strapped into the seat. It was corrected when the infant was taken out of the highchair.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSSAFETY746.4501(b)Oct 10, 2022

Observed 2 infants sitting in highchairs and were not strapped in the chair. This was corrected when the caregivers strapped the children in.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSSAFETY746.4501(b)Oct 10, 2022

Observed 2 infants sitting in highchairs and were not strapped in the chair. This was corrected when the caregivers strapped the children in.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSSAFETY746.4501(b)Oct 10, 2022

Observed 2 infants sitting in highchairs and were not strapped in the chair. This was corrected when the caregivers strapped the children in.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSSAFETY746.4501(b)Oct 10, 2022

Observed 2 infants sitting in highchairs and were not strapped in the chair. This was corrected when the caregivers strapped the children in.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Oct 9, 2022

During interviews it was found that a caregiver took two children inside, leaving 11 kids outside with one caregiver and the childrens ages were 1 year-2 years old. The specified age group was 18-23 months old. One caregiver can only have 9 children by themself at this age group. Another caregiver asked the caregiver when coming back outside to watch their group of children which left the 1-2 year old classroom out of ratio for longer period of time.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Oct 9, 2022

A child was able to leave the gated area and run towards the road and down the sidwalk before a ex-employee caught the child. The caregiver who was in charge at the time, was not aware the child left the playground until another caregiver informed them.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Oct 8, 2022

During interviews it was found that a caregiver took two children inside, leaving 11 kids outside with one caregiver and the childrens ages were 1 year-2 years old. The specified age group was 18-23 months old. One caregiver can only have 9 children by themself at this age group. Another caregiver asked the caregiver when coming back outside to watch their group of children which left the 1-2 year old classroom out of ratio for longer period of time.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Oct 8, 2022

During interviews it was found that a caregiver took two children inside, leaving 11 kids outside with one caregiver and the childrens ages were 1 year-2 years old. The specified age group was 18-23 months old. One caregiver can only have 9 children by themself at this age group. Another caregiver asked the caregiver when coming back outside to watch their group of children which left the 1-2 year old classroom out of ratio for longer period of time.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Oct 8, 2022

A child was able to leave the gated area and run towards the road and down the sidwalk before a ex-employee caught the child. The caregiver who was in charge at the time, was not aware the child left the playground until another caregiver informed them.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-10

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Oct 8, 2022

A child was able to leave the gated area and run towards the road and down the sidwalk before a ex-employee caught the child. The caregiver who was in charge at the time, was not aware the child left the playground until another caregiver informed them.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-10

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Oct 8, 2022

A child was able to leave the gated area and run towards the road and down the sidwalk before a ex-employee caught the child. The caregiver who was in charge at the time, was not aware the child left the playground until another caregiver informed them.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Oct 8, 2022

During interviews it was found that a caregiver took two children inside, leaving 11 kids outside with one caregiver and the childrens ages were 1 year-2 years old. The specified age group was 18-23 months old. One caregiver can only have 9 children by themself at this age group. Another caregiver asked the caregiver when coming back outside to watch their group of children which left the 1-2 year old classroom out of ratio for longer period of time.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4751(a)Apr 13, 2022

The edges around the concrete basketball court slab was found to be a tripping hazard on the playground.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-05-03

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4751(a)Apr 13, 2022

The edges around the concrete basketball court slab was found to be a tripping hazard on the playground.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-05-03

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4751(a)Apr 13, 2022

The edges around the concrete basketball court slab was found to be a tripping hazard on the playground.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-05-03

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.4751(a)Apr 13, 2022

The edges around the concrete basketball court slab was found to be a tripping hazard on the playground.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-05-03

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(4)Feb 9, 2022

During an investigation there was sufficient evidence to support a child was physically abused.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Feb 9, 2022

During the course of the investigation, it was found that a caregiver caused bodily injury to a child by forcefully grabbing, dragging, yelling at the child, and tossing the child to the ground in anger.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(4)Feb 9, 2022

During an investigation there was sufficient evidence to support a child was physically abused.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Feb 9, 2022

During the course of the investigation, it was found that a caregiver caused bodily injury to a child by forcefully grabbing, dragging, yelling at the child, and tossing the child to the ground in anger.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(4)Feb 9, 2022

During an investigation there was sufficient evidence to support a child was physically abused.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Feb 9, 2022

During the course of the investigation, it was found that a caregiver caused bodily injury to a child by forcefully grabbing, dragging, yelling at the child, and tossing the child to the ground in anger.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(4)Feb 9, 2022

During an investigation there was sufficient evidence to support a child was physically abused.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Feb 9, 2022

During the course of the investigation, it was found that a caregiver caused bodily injury to a child by forcefully grabbing, dragging, yelling at the child, and tossing the child to the ground in anger.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-03-01

CRITICALHEALTH746.3805(b)(3)Jun 15, 2021

During the inspection 8 diaper creams were found to have expired dates. *This was corrected at inspection when all the expired diaper creams were removed.*

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALHEALTH746.3805(b)(3)Jun 15, 2021

During the inspection 8 diaper creams were found to have expired dates. *This was corrected at inspection when all the expired diaper creams were removed.*

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALHEALTH746.3805(b)(3)Jun 15, 2021

During the inspection 8 diaper creams were found to have expired dates. *This was corrected at inspection when all the expired diaper creams were removed.*

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALHEALTH746.3805(b)(3)Jun 15, 2021

During the inspection 8 diaper creams were found to have expired dates. *This was corrected at inspection when all the expired diaper creams were removed.*

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is First Step Learning Center's safety grade?

First Step Learning Center has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 0.0 out of 100.

How many violations does First Step Learning Center have?

First Step Learning Center has 92 total violations on record, including 68 critical, 20 serious, and 4 minor.

When was First Step Learning Center last inspected?

First Step Learning Center was last inspected on December 23, 2025.

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