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Small Steps Child Development Center

Licensed Center in SAN ANTONIO, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued March 11, 2011

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 810 812 WEST AVE, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78201
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: March 11, 2011
Operation number: 1200546
Licensed capacity: 48 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	23
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	7
Assessments on record	2
Standards evaluated across those visits	4,768
Citations recorded	33
Record covers	December 23, 2021 – July 13, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	7
Medium High	17
Medium	5
Medium Low	4

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 13, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 24, 20263 citations recorded3 of 181 standards cited at this visit

745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current listRisk level: Medium

The operation had not validated their background check list since 1/14/26. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director validate the list.

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

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

The preschool classroom was not maintained as licensed space. The carpet of the classroom was dirty with stains, a toaster oven was stored on top of chairs, and plastic packaging bags from toys were accessible.

Correction verified by the state on July 13, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each RoomRisk level: Medium High

An evacuation diagram was not posted in the multipurpose classroom where PreK and School Age Children were present doing activities. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director posted the evacuation diagram.

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

InspectionJanuary 28, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJanuary 8, 20261 citation recorded1 of 192 standards cited at this visit

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

The floors and two rugs in the school-aged classroom were observed to be dirty with dirt stains. The hallway floor leading to the outdoor play area was observed dirty with stains and the floor of the van used to transport children had trash and food debris on the floor of the van.

Correction verified by the state on January 28, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 18, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionAugust 12, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

ReportAugust 8, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit

ReportAugust 7, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 8, 20253 citations recorded3 of 912 standards cited at this visit

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)Risk level: Medium Low

One of five staff records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit on file.

Correction verified by the state on July 21, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)Risk level: Medium Low

One of five staff records reviewed did not have a pre-affidavit on file.

Correction verified by the state on July 21, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Three of six children's records reviewed did not have current immuizations in their file.

Correction verified by the state on July 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 27, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 17, 20254 citations recorded4 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High

At time of inspection two infants were observed to be in class with children 18 months older than the youngest.

Correction verified by the state on March 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or ToddlersRisk level: High

At time of inspection an infant was observed to be sleeping in crib wearing a bib.

Correction verified by the state on March 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or ExitsRisk level: Medium High

At time of inspection, a school-aged child was seen sleeping in front of entrance/exit of class. This was corrected at inspection.

Correction verified by the state on March 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High

At time of inspection, a toddler caregiver stated class had twelve children when they had nine.

Correction verified by the state on March 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMarch 13, 20251 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High

At time of inspection, director and operations driver did not have updated transportation training certificate with exam attached to it.

Correction verified by the state on March 21, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 10, 20243 citations recorded3 of 635 standards cited at this visit

746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 monthsRisk level: Medium High

At time of inspection, operation director did not have annual required topics for children under 24 months: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma - Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) - Understanding early childhood brain development.

Correction verified by the state on December 13, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topicsRisk level: Medium

At time of inspection, operation director did not have the following annual training topics: Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

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

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High

At time of inspection, director did not have current transportation training.

Correction verified by the state on December 13, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 6, 20242 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High

At time of inspection cleaning solutions were observed in the cabinet under childrens restroom at child's reach.

Correction verified by the state on September 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip OverRisk level: Medium High

At time of inspection two televisions in school-aged classroom were observed to not be anchored.

Correction verified by the state on September 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportAugust 27, 20241 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

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

At time of inspection, the school-aged classroom had a torn sofa. The floors in the operation were observed to be dirty with dirt stains. The floors in the infant room were observed with dirt stains while infants were crawling on them.

Correction verified by the state on September 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 23, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

AssessmentJanuary 19, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

Correction verified by the state on January 19, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 10, 20246 citations recorded6 of 677 standards cited at this visit

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

At time of inspection, three staff files did not have completed annual training.

Correction verified by the state on January 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

During inspection, it was observed toddlers going to the office alone without caregiver.

Correction verified by the state on January 23, 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

At time of inspection, one caregiver did not have current CPR/First Aid certification.

Correction verified by the state on January 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

At time of inspection directors file only had one hour out of thirty annual hours required.

Correction verified by the state on January 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High

At time of inspection two toddlers were observed sitting in a highchair. This was corrected at inspection.

Correction verified by the state on January 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or ToddlersRisk level: High

At time of inspection an infant was observed sleeping in a crib wearing a bib and pacifier lanyard. This was corrected at inspection.

Correction verified by the state on January 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 11, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High

At time of inspection a diaper trash can did not have a lid cover in a classroom. This was corrected at inspection.

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

InspectionJune 1, 20231 citation recorded1 of 624 standards cited at this visit

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High

During inspection of transportation vehicle, it was observed broken glass pieces on van floor.

Correction verified by the state on June 2, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 23, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 928 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 2, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 13, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

The infant classroom had 7 children with one caregiver and the SAG was 9mos. Therefore, the infant classroom was over ratio by 3 children. The director moved the oldest 3 children to another classroom making the infant room in ratio during inspection.

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

ReportApril 5, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

AssessmentFebruary 28, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.

Correction verified by the state on March 29, 2022.

InspectionFebruary 25, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 15, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver was observed with fifteen children in care. The ages of the children were between five months to four years old.

Correction verified by the state on February 25, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 1, 20221 citation recorded1 of 570 standards cited at this visit

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

The infant classroom had seven infants with one caregiver. The ages of the children were between six and nineteen months.

Correction verified by the state on February 15, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJanuary 26, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 23, 20212 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

Operation allowed a person to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.

Correction verified by the state on December 23, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leavingRisk level: Medium

A background check for two people no longer employed with the operation was not inactivated within seven days. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the background check was inactivated during inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

ReportDecember 23, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

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