Daniehl LLC, DBA: First Steps Learning Center

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued September 7, 2023

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 5431 BARKER CYPRESS RD STE 1500, HOUSTON, TX 77084 1995
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: September 7, 2023
Operation number: 1770477
Licensed capacity: 102 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit: YES

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	10
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	2
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	5,097
Citations recorded	12
Record covers	April 10, 2023 – August 7, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	1
Medium High	8
Medium	3

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionAugust 7, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 597 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMarch 30, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 18, 20252 citations recorded2 of 680 standards cited at this visit

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium

3 out of 8 files reviewed did not have immunizations.

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

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

3 out of 3 children did not have feeding instructions.

Correction verified by the state on August 22, 2025.

InspectionMarch 19, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMarch 6, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 27, 20242 citations recorded2 of 673 standards cited at this visit

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High

In the Toddler room there were 2 outlets uncovered. Note: This was corrected during the inspection when the director covered the outlets.

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

746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid KitRisk level: High

There was no first aid kit located in the transportation van. Note: This was corrected when the driver placed another kit in the van.

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

InspectionFebruary 22, 20242 citations recorded2 of 591 standards cited at this visit

746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationRisk level: Medium

2 out of 10 records reviewed there was no admission form on file.

Correction verified by the state on March 7, 2024.

746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment SafeRisk level: Medium High

There is a missing bolt on the playground equipment for the kids.

Correction verified by the state on February 27, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 9, 20231 citation recorded1 of 665 standards cited at this visit

746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High

Reviewing transportation Children's emergency contact records, 4 out of 6 children's records were missing address of another person responsible individual (friend or relative) who be contacted in an emergency when a parent cannot be reached.

Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 14, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 181 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 17, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 455 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 10, 20235 citations recorded5 of 1,251 standards cited at this visit

746.5202(4) - Emergency Preparedness Plan-Continuity of Care Until Children ReleasedRisk level: Medium High

Emergency Preparedness plan did not have procedure for: How your staff will continue to care for the children until each child has been released. Note: This was corrected at inspection, when the permit holder added the procedure to the emergency policy.

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

746.5202(5) - Emergency Preparedness Plan-Reunification PlanRisk level: Medium High

Emergency Preparedness plan did not have procedure for: How you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted. Note: This was corrected at inspection, when the permit holder added the procedure to the emergency policy.

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

746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down proceduresRisk level: Medium High

There was no emergency secondary location on the emergency preparedness plan. Note: THis was corrected at inspection when the permit holder added the secondary emergency location.

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

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

In the Tiny Stepper's Classroom it was observed the Ceiling tile has a stained from possible leak.

Correction verified by the state on April 12, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

It was observed inside the Pre-K Classroom an ant bed at the exit door, ants coming inside the classroom.

Correction verified by the state on April 12, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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.