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First Steps Learning Center

138 APPLEWHITE DR, Katy TX 77450-1706 · License #1699246 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 60 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Dec 19, 2025
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Contact

Director
Elexus Johnson
Address
138 APPLEWHITE DR, Katy TX 77450-1706 · Directions

Hours

Mon06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Tue06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Wed06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Thu06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Fri06:30 AM-06:30 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareBefore School CareAccreditedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedDrop-In CarePart Time CareTransportation to/from SchoolField Trips

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 60 children
11
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
7
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
9
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
1.2
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Dec 19, 2025 — Assessment
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

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

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2026

Nov 13, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Oct 30, 2025 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

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

    Corrected by Nov 7, 2025

  • High

    746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

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

    Corrected by Dec 8, 2025

Nov 5, 2024 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • Low

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

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

    Corrected by Nov 19, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

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

    Corrected by Nov 8, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection

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

    Corrected by Nov 15, 2024

  • Medium

    746.4751(b) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

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

    Corrected by Nov 15, 2024

Sep 19, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jun 25, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 21, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jan 3, 2024 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • Medium Low

    746.901(4) · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

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

    Corrected by Jan 12, 2024

  • Medium

    746.901(2) · Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements

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

    Corrected by Jan 12, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

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

    Corrected by Jan 12, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

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

    Corrected by Jan 17, 2024

Sep 1, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Feb 23, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Feb 8, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Aug 11, 2022 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

    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 by Aug 11, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.605(13) · Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement

    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 by Aug 11, 2022

Jun 14, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 18, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 9, 2022 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

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

    Corrected by May 9, 2022

May 4, 2022 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 29, 2022 — Inspection
14 violations cited · view state record
14 violations
  • High

    746.1203(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

    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.

    Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

  • High

    746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

    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.

    Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.5103 · Documentation of Fire Inspection

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

    Corrected by May 6, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.2419(6) · Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups

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

    Corrected by May 2, 2022

  • Medium

    746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

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

    Corrected by May 3, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.1203(6) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities

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

    Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

  • High

    746.201(1) · Policies Comply with Rules

    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 by Apr 29, 2022

  • High

    746.2429 · Covering Infant's Head or Crib

    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.

    Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

    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 by Apr 29, 2022

  • High

    746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

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

    Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

  • High

    746.5209(c) · No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits

    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.

    Corrected by May 6, 2022

  • High

    746.2428 · No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File

    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.

    Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

  • Medium Low

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

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

    Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.1301(7)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training

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

    Corrected by May 2, 2022

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Dec 19, 2025 inspection noted: “Documentation showing a fire inspection has been conducted since April 30,2024 was unavailable for review.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Oct 30, 2025 inspection noted: “Documentation showing a fire drill has been conducted was unavailable for review.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Nov 5, 2024 inspection noted: “1 out of 4 children's files evluated did not contain a signed health statement.” — what has changed since then?

Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error