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Stepping Stones

1607 E GRIFFIN PKWY STE A, Mission, TX 78572-3101

Operation number:
1555531
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Hidalgo
Capacity:
25
License effective:
November 19, 2014
Hours:
07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9564249700
Email:
steppingstonessharyland@hotmail.com
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 17 available inspections for Stepping Stones from November 22, 2021 through August 17, 2026.

13 inspections recorded violations, with 46 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 20, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.

Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in six inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
17

9 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
46

20 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
21

8 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
7

Last 36 months

Local comparison

17 total inspections vs 12 local median in 78572

Compared to 53 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2.71
Local median
1.38

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
65%
Local median
42%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
76%
Local median
50%

Repeated topics

This provider
7
Local average
1.94

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Four children's records were reviewed. One file was not available for review. Three files are missing health statement. One file is missing start date and another file is missing clarification regarding an allergy.
Correction deadline
August 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 17, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Records for the last full training year for two out of two staff files reviewed were not available at the time of inspection.
Correction deadline
August 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 5, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
Official code
746.901(6)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Operational policies were reviewed and missing th following information: (11) immunization requirements; (12) hearing and vision screening requirements; (13) enrollment procedures; (18)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f) and (g) indoor and outdoor physical activity policy; (20) parent's rights; (23)(a) how parents may access the minimum standards online; (23)(c) how parents may access HHSC website; (26)(A) Abuse / Neglect required annual training for employees; (26)(B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect; (26)(C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (26)(D)Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; (26)(E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention; and (3) Procedures for supporting inclusive services for children with special needs.
Correction deadline
August 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 17, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(11) - Written Operational Policies - Immunizations
Official code
746.501(a)(11)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Emergency practices form was reviewed: last fire drill and Fire Extinguisher / CO - Smoke detectors checks were completed on 03/24/2026.
Correction deadline
August 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 4, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Official code
746.5205(1)
Medium concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
One caregiver was providing care for 10 children: three children 0-17mo, five 18mo-4yo, and two 5yo and up.
Correction deadline
July 20, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 17, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Official code
746.1701
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
One caregiver was providing care for 9 children, however, 3 of the children were in separate classroom with the lights off.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 16, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
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
Official code
746.1205(a)(4)
Medium concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
One caregiver was providing care for nine children; three children 0-17mo and six children 18mo-4yo.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 16, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Official code
746.1701
Medium concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
One caregiver was providing care for six children; 3 children 0-17mo and 3 children 18mo-4yo.
Correction deadline
April 2, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 8, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Official code
746.1701
View official report
Medium concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
One caregiver was providing care for eight children; 3 children 0-17mo and 4 children 18mo-4yo.
Correction deadline
March 23, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 2, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Official code
746.1701
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An infant under 12mo was observed asleep in play-yard with two blankets and two cuddle plush blankets.
Correction deadline
March 23, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 2, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Official code
746.2415(b)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An infant-age child remained in high chair and exerciser for over 15 minutes.
Correction deadline
March 13, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 23, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
Official code
746.2417(2)(B)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
Staff and children were not observed participating / following the daily schedule.
Correction deadline
March 13, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 23, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Official code
746.2203(b)
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Vinyl baseboards in restrooms remain detached and there is a broken floor tile in the main room. Note: Broken toy-car was removed from playground. No dead insects were observed during inspection. Electric panel in the infant room was covered.
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 29, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Food items served during the day do not match the menu posted.
Correction deadline
September 15, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
Official code
746.3313(1)
Medium concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant play-yards are not labeled and napping mats are labeled by number but assignment list is not up to date.
Correction deadline
September 14, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Official code
746.4503(b)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Operation does not have a carbon monoxide detector. Infant room does not have a smoke detector.
Correction deadline
September 14, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
Official code
746.5531
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Last fire drill and Smoke Detector / Fire Extinguisher checks were conducted on 05/2025. Prior drills were completed within 5-10 minutes.
Correction deadline
September 19, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Official code
746.5205(1)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There is a broken toy-cart in the playground. A dead roach, spider webs and an uncovered eletric panel were observed in the infant room. Vinyl baseboards in one of the restrooms are detached.
Correction deadline
September 14, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Children's Products Certification form was last signed / certified on 08/25/2022.
Correction deadline
September 19, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
Official code
746.4135(b)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Three out of four children's files reviewed are missing immunization records.
Correction deadline
September 12, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 22, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
View official report
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
The activity plans posted in the infant room and toddler/pre-k room did not include the age group the activity plan is designed for and the dates (daily, weekly, or monthly) the plan covers. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the missing information was documented on the activity plans.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
Official code
746.2205(a)(1)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
The operational policies reviewed were missing the followng information: (1) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; (F) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play; and (G) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. (2) Parent rights; (3) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (A) Required annual training for employees; (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness ofprevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect; (4) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in minimum standard rule ?746.2202
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 25, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Official code
746.201(1)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
There were no records available for review for two children in care. A child's record reviewed was missing the immunization documentation.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 21, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The daily menu posted in the front lobby and kitchen were not current. The menu was from the month of August and did not match the food items served during lunch. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the current menu was printed and posted in the front lobby and kitchen.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
Official code
746.3313(1)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A record was not available for review for a child in care. 1 of 4 children's records reviewed was missing the child's immunization record.
Correction deadline
November 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
Official code
746.801(1)
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
There was more than an 18 month difference when older children of varying ages and an infant were combined during naptime. The oldest child in the group was 4 years of age and the youngest child was 15 months old.
Correction deadline
April 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 20, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Official code
746.1605(1)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An additional employee was not present in the building during naptime when more than 13 children were in care.
Correction deadline
April 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 20, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
Official code
746.1613(a)(4)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The caregivers personal purse was observed on top of a children's shelf. The purse posed a safety hazard as it was within children's reach. A fence in the outdoor playground enclosing the air conditioner unit was not maintained. The fence was observed with an exposed screw. This posed a safety hazard as the thread and tip of the screw were exposed and accessible to children. Note: The purse was removed and stored in an area out of children's reach.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 24, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
A caregiver was missing 24 of 24 clock hours in required annual training for the training year 11/25/2020 - 11/24/2021.
Correction deadline
November 4, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
There were no records available for review for two children in care.
Correction deadline
October 24, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 2, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
Official code
746.801(1)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The emergency practices form was not maintained. The last fire drill document was on April 2022. The safety documentation for fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and Carbon Monoxide detector was not maintained. The last date documented on the form was April 2022.
Correction deadline
October 25, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 26, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Official code
746.801(10)
Medium concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Child/Caregiver ratios were not met when a caregiver was caring for 8 children of varying ages. The children in the group were an infant between 0-12 months of age and 7 children between 18 months to 3 years of age. Based on the ratio chart the number of children one caregiver may supervise when 12 or fewer children are present at the child-care center is 1 infant between 0-17 months of age and a maximum of 5 children between the ages of 18 months to 4 years age. The group was of ratio by 2 children.
Correction deadline
October 21, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 2, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Official code
746.1701
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The directorr was missing 30 of 30 clock hours in required annual training for the training year 11/25/2020 - 11/24/2021.
Correction deadline
November 4, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Official code
746.1311(a)
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Soiled diapers were observed in the same trash can with no cover next to the infant room. This standard was re-cited. Note: This was addressed with the director and the trash bag containing the soiled diapers was removed and disposed of.
Correction deadline
January 13, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 17, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3505(f)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The metal door leading into the center from the outdoor playground was observed with rust and significant amounts of loose corrosion. The rust at the bottom part of the door ate through the metal, leaving holes in the door which pose a safety hazard to children during outdoor play. Plastic bags containing soiled diapers were observed hanging from the door handle in the outdoor playground. Note: The plastic bags with soiled diapers were removed and discarded.
Correction deadline
January 18, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 20, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
There was no sheet covering the mattress of a play yard that was in use for an infant. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as a fitted sheet was provided and placed on the play yard's mattress.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
Official code
746.2411(2)(B)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
An infant was observed sitting on a high chair without the safety straps fastened.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Official code
746.2407
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
The operational policies reviewed were missing the following information: The Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.
Correction deadline
November 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Official code
746.501(a)(18)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director and a caregiver did not have current training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. The expiration dates on the certificates were July 2021 and August 2021.
Correction deadline
November 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 2, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Official code
746.1315(a)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director and a caregiver did not have current training in pediatric CPR. The expiration dates on the certificates were July 2021 and August 2021.
Correction deadline
November 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 2, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Official code
746.1315(b)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
A caregiver was missing 14 of 24 clock hours in required annual training for the training year 11/25/2019 - 11/24/2020.
Correction deadline
December 10, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director was missing 9 of 30 clock hours in required annual training for the training year 11/25/2019 - 11/24/2020.
Correction deadline
December 10, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Official code
746.1311(a)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
There were no records available for review for two children in care. One of 4 records reviewed was missing the child's immunization record.
Correction deadline
November 23, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 29, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A caregiver did not properly sanitize the diaper changing table after conducting a diaper change. The caregiver was observed only spraying a mixture of clorox and water to sanitize the diaper changing mat. A soiled diaper was observed in a trash can with no cover next to the infant room. Note: This was addressed with the operation and the trash bag containing the soiled diapers was removed and disposed of.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3505(f)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A water hose was observed on the floor in the outdoor playground within children's reach posing as a tripping hazard. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the water hose was stored out of children's reach.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The food allergy emergency plan reviewed for a child with a known food allergy was incomplete and missing the child's heath care professional's signature.
Correction deadline
November 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 1, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Official code
746.3819