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Tiny Steps Learning Center
121 S GEORGIA AVE, Mercedes TX 78570-2609 · License #1728893 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Rebecca Rodriguez
- Phone
- (956) 684-5314
- Website
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- Address
- 121 S GEORGIA AVE, Mercedes TX 78570-2609 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 22 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium
746.501(a)(1) · Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
The following written operational policies are incomplete: (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F policy must include: (A)-(G); (20)Parent rights that are consistent with the rules in Division 5 of this subchapter(relating to Parent Rights);(26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children (A)-(E); (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in 746.2202 of this chapter(relating to What are my responsibilities when planning activities for a child in care with special care needs?).
Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
- Medium
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
Two children files are missing immunization records.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2025
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
A caregivers file was not available for review during inspection.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2025
- High
746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Facility does not have a current Fire Inspection.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2024
- Medium High
746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection
Facility does not have a current annual sanitation inspection.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2024
- High
746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Observed a 10 month old infant asleep in a crib while covered with a blanket.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
- Medium
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
Facility does not have a current annual certification regarding unsafe children's products.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2024
- Medium
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
Facility is not current with children's products certification.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
- Medium High
746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
A caregiver has not obtained one hour of training in the following topics: recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome and understanding early childhood brain development.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
- Medium
746.1309(c) · Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
A caregiver has not obtained one hour of training in the following topic: prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
- Medium Low
746.1329(a) · Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Staff files were reviewed and the following was not available for review: pre service for a caregiver and TB results; a second file was missing proof of education.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
- High
In reviewing staff sign in/out logs it was found that there was a person working with no cleared background check. This person has been working since 11/1. (NOTE: The person has not been present this week)
Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
- High
746.613(a) · Required Immunizations
2 of the children's files reviewed were lacking immunizations. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as immunizations were emailed to the director and she was able to print them)
Corrected by Sep 23, 2022
- Medium High
746.3503(a) · Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing mat in the infant room has several small tears that do not allow for proper sanitation.
Corrected by Aug 22, 2022
- Medium High
746.3417(1) · Children Handwashing Before Eating
Not all children washed their hands prior to eating lunch. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as the children were asked to wash their hands.)
Corrected by Aug 15, 2022
- Medium High
746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There have been no fire drills done since February. (One was attempted however the fire system was not operating properly)
Corrected by May 31, 2022
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Although the operation is not licensed for afterschool children, the room assigned for the age group is currently not set up and is not organized and children's items are on the tables. (Pictures on file)
Corrected by May 20, 2022
- High
746.5319 · Smoke Detectors Testing
The electronic smoke detection system was not working properly when the button for a drill was activated. There was no alarm sound and the company did not call to verify a drill.
Corrected by May 20, 2022
- Medium
746.501(a)(1) · Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
Written operational policies are incomplete.
Corrected by Nov 23, 2021
- Medium
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
Children's products was not available for review during inspection.
Corrected by Nov 23, 2021
- Medium High
746.5535(a)(1) · Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
Facility does not have a carbon monoxide in the building.
Corrected by Nov 23, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Oct 2, 2025 inspection noted: “The following written operational policies are incomplete: (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F policy mu…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Nov 18, 2024 inspection noted: “Facility does not have a current Fire Inspection.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Dec 15, 2023 inspection noted: “Facility is not current with children's products certification.” — what has changed since then?
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