First Steps Daycare
TYLER, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address12904 STATE HIGHWAY 155 S TYLER TX- 75703 6541
CityTYLER, TX
CountySMITH
Phone9036302248
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity34
SubsidiesY
License dateMarch 9, 2023
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/3/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High7
- Medium5
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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12904 STATE HIGHWAY 155 S TYLER TX- 75703 6541, TYLER, TX
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/3/2025
- High4
- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 746.24269/3/2025
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
During a walk through of the building while on the playground, it was observed a 6 month old sleeping in a swing. This was brought to both the director and caregivers attention and corrected while Licensing was present.
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 746.12051/17/2025
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
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard has been found to be deficient. Neglectful supervision occurred when two children were found outside of the operation. One student was found near the roadway by a passer byer and the other by a local officer.
Corrected 2/14/2025 - High riskStandard 746.12011/17/2025
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS Investigation.
Corrected 2/14/2025 - High riskStandard 746.3051/17/2025
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard has been found to be deficient. The operation only reported one student being left unsupervised while knowing about the second student who was found on the back steps.
Corrected 2/14/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,453/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Texas by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: TYLER, SMITH County
- Capacity: 34
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 3
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