First Steps Learning Center

Licensed Center in KATY, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued June 16, 2020

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 138 APPLEWHITE DR, KATY, TX 77450 1706
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: June 16, 2020
Operation number: 1699246
Licensed capacity: 60 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit: YES

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	17
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	5
Assessments on record	1
Standards evaluated across those visits	4,468
Citations recorded	30
Record covers	April 29, 2022 – October 29, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	12
Medium High	12
Medium	3
Medium Low	2
Low	1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 29, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 692 standards cited at this visit

AssessmentDecember 19, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

Documentation showing a fire inspection has been conducted since April 30,2024 was unavailable for review.

Correction verified by the state on December 22, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 13, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionOctober 30, 20252 citations recorded2 of 574 standards cited at this visit

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

Documentation showing a fire inspection has been conducted since April 30,2024 was unavailable for review.

Correction verified by the state on December 19, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High

Documentation showing a fire drill has been conducted was unavailable for review.

Correction verified by the state on November 7, 2025.

InspectionNovember 5, 20244 citations recorded4 of 568 standards cited at this visit

746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care programRisk level: Low

1 out of 4 children's files evluated did not contain a signed health statement.

Correction verified by the state on November 5, 2024.

746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions CurrentRisk level: Medium High

1 out of 4 children's files evaluated did not contain a copy of the child's immunizations.

Correction verified by the state on November 5, 2024.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

Documentation an annual santiation inspection has been conducted was not available upon request.

Correction verified by the state on November 12, 2024.

746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance ChecklistRisk level: Medium

Documentation showing a monthly inspection of the outdoor play space was unavailable upon request.

Correction verified by the state on November 12, 2024.

InspectionSeptember 19, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 129 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 25, 2024No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionMay 21, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportApril 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

ReportApril 5, 20241 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

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 activityRisk level: High

Based upon the information obtained from the DFPS Investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support a violation of this standard.

Correction verified by the state on May 21, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 3, 20244 citations recorded4 of 547 standards cited at this visit

746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets RequirementsRisk level: Medium

1 out of 7 staff files evaulated did not contain proof of education.

Correction verified by the state on January 11, 2024.

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High

A fire drill has not been conducted since October 9, 2023.

Correction verified by the state on January 11, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High

2 out 7 staff files evaulated did not contain current CPR/First Aid certification.

Correction verified by the state on January 11, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitRisk level: Medium Low

1 out of 7 staff files evaulated did not contain a notarized affidavit for employment.

Correction verified by the state on January 11, 2024.

InspectionSeptember 1, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 142 standards cited at this visit

ReportAugust 31, 2023Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 23, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

ReportFebruary 18, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 8, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 596 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 11, 20222 citations recorded2 of 593 standards cited at this visit

746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety StrapsRisk level: Medium High

An infant was observed sitting in a rocker without the safety straps fastened. Note: The caregiver removed the infant from the rocker during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs StatementRisk level: Medium High

A child's record evaluated was missing the special needs acknowledgment on their admission form. Note: The parent sent an acknowledgment during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 14, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 18, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 9, 20221 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High

A 4-month-old child was observed asleep in a restrictive device (bouncer). A photo was taken.

Correction verified by the state on May 18, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 4, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit

ReportMay 2, 2022Self-reported by the operation1 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High

During this investigation, it was determined caregiver supervision was not maintained, which resulted in a child being inappropriately touched by another child in the operation's restroom.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 29, 202214 citations recorded14 of 597 standards cited at this visit

746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High

A 2 month old was observed alseep in a restrictive device (rocker). Note: A phone was taken.

Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2022.

746.2429 - Covering Infant's Head or CribRisk level: High

A 7 month old was observed asleep in their crib with their head covered with a hat.The hat was placed over the child's head, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. Note: A photo was taken.

Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2022.

746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as ExitsRisk level: High

One of the operations emergency exit doors (back door) cannot open. It is blocked by a wooden step located on the outside of the door. Note: A photo was taken.

Correction verified by the state on May 2, 2022.

746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: High

A 7 month old child was observed asleep on a boppy in their crib. Later during the inspection, another 7 month old child was observed sleeping in a crib with a pacifier and pacifer attachment. Note: A photo was taken.

Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2022.

746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on FileRisk level: High

Two 7 month old children were observed swaddled and asleep in their cribs. A 2 month old was observed swaddled and asleep in a rocker chair. Note: Photos were taken.

Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

Both restrooms at the operation were unsanitary. One restroom contained urine inside of the toilet, toilet paper on the floor, and the trash can was overflowing with toilet paper.The other restroom had toilet paper on the floor. Note: The Director cleaned both restrooms during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High

The operational policies handbook is missing the following: 746.501: (14) Transportation; (24) emergency preparedness plan; (29)(b)(2) gang-free zone Note: The Director added these policies to the handbook during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last nameRisk level: Medium Low

The operation did not have a current staff list posted. Note: The Director updated the staff list during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/CupsRisk level: Medium High

Four infant bottles were not labeled with each child's first and last name.

Correction verified by the state on May 2, 2022.

746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation TrainingRisk level: Medium High

The Director does not have current transportation training.The Director is the person who transports the school-age children to and from school.

Correction verified by the state on May 3, 2022.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium

Two infants, ages 4m and 7m, who are not ready for table food did not have updated infant feeding instruction sheets available for review.

Correction verified by the state on May 2, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible ForRisk level: High

A caregiver in the infant room (2m to 1yr) did not know the number of children present. The caregiver stated their were 5 children present. There were 7 children present.

Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2022.

746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activitiesRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver was observed on their cellphone during naptime in the 3yr to 5yr old classroom.

Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2022.

746.5103 - Documentation of Fire InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The operation does not have a current fire inspection report available for review. The last inspection conducted was on 3/15/2021.

Correction verified by the state on May 2, 2022.

This page presents the state’s record for this operation as of November 5, 2026; it is a dated presentation, not a live register. If something here does not match the operation’s current state record, file a correction report.