Medium
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
Correction verification date: Aug 18, 2026.
FI
Texas licensed center record
First Step Learning Center
Hearne, TX 77859Operation #826929
- Capacity reported
- 120
- Ages served
- 4
- Programs reported
- 4
- Five-year activities
- 12
First Step Learning Center details
- Address
- 701 Norwood Ln, Hearne, TX 77859
- Phone
- (979) 280-5588
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-05:30 PM
- Days
- Fri, Mon, Thu, Tue, Wed
- Ages licensed to serve
- Infant, Pre-Kindergarten, School, Toddler
- Capacity
- 120
- Child care subsidies
- Acceptance reported in source
- Permit
- Full Permit · issued Oct 1, 2003
Ages and programs reported
These fields describe the HHSC record, not current openings or a guarantee that every option is offered at all times.
InfantPre-KindergartenSchoolToddlerAfter School CareMeals ProvidedSchool Age CareSnacks Provided
Regulatory activity and compliance context
Texas HHSC presents five years of activity and says online history excludes certain items until due process is complete or waived. Risk levels apply to cited standards; they are not a center ranking.
| Date | Activity | Violation found |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | Inspection | Yes |
| Dec 23, 2025 | Inspection | No |
| Oct 16, 2025 | Inspection | Yes |
| Jan 15, 2025 | Inspection | Yes |
| Apr 25, 2024 | Inspection | No |
| Apr 17, 2024 | Inspection | Yes |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Inspection | No |
| Apr 11, 2024 | Report | Yes |
| Feb 15, 2024 | Inspection | Yes |
| Oct 24, 2023 | Inspection | No |
| Jul 19, 2023 | Inspection | No |
| Mar 6, 2023 | Inspection | No |
Recent cited standards in the source
Medium High
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Correction verification date: Oct 16, 2025.
Medium High
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
Source says corrected at inspection.
Medium High
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
Correction verification date: Jan 27, 2025.
Medium Low
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
Correction verification date: Jan 15, 2025.
Medium High
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
Correction verification date: Jan 21, 2025.
High
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Correction verification date: Apr 25, 2024.
High
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 activity
Correction verification date: Apr 17, 2024.
Medium
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
Source says corrected at inspection.
Medium
746.405(4) - Required posting of Emergency Telephone numbers- Local Licensing Office Phone Number
Source says corrected at inspection.
Low
746.709 - Incident/Illness Report Form Storage
Correction verification date: Mar 6, 2023.
High
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Correction verification date: Mar 6, 2023.
Medium High
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Correction verification date: Feb 15, 2023.
High
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Correction verification date: Dec 16, 2022.
Medium
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Correction verification date: Dec 16, 2022.
Medium High
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Source says corrected at inspection.
Medium High
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Correction verification date: Dec 5, 2022.
Medium
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Source says corrected at inspection.
High
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Correction verification date: Oct 13, 2022.
Medium High
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Source says corrected at inspection.
Questions about First Step Learning Center
Is First Step Learning Center a licensed child care center?
Texas HHSC listed this operation as an active Licensed Center in the source snapshot dated 2026-09-22. This directory is not the licensing authority; use the official operation link to confirm the current record.
Where can I see inspection information for First Step Learning Center?
Use the official Texas HHSC compliance-history link on this page. The state record is authoritative and explains its five-year reporting window and due-process limitations.
Does First Step Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
The source record reports that this center accepts child care subsidies. Confirm current participation, openings, copays, and family eligibility through the center and Texas Child Care Services.
What are the hours for First Step Learning Center?
The HHSC source record reports 07:00 AM-05:30 PM on Fri, Mon, Thu, Tue, Wed. Hours can change, so call the center before relying on this schedule.
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