Christ-centered, compassionate care for your family.
At First Steps Child Care Center, we’re excited to welcome new families into our caring community. Our enrollment process is designed to be simple and clear, ensuring you feel comfortable every step of the way. We’re here to support your child’s growth in a nurturing, Christian environment from infancy through school age. Follow the steps below to start the enrollment process with us!
Step 1
Schedule a tour.
This visit allows you to explore our classrooms, meet our wonderful teachers, and experience the warm, welcoming environment that we provide every day.
During the tour, you’ll get to see our daily routines in action and have the opportunity to ask questions. Schedule your tour today to see what makes First Steps a special place for your child.
Step 2
Complete our enrollment forms.
Once you decide to join First Steps, we’ll provide you with an enrollment folder containing all the necessary forms to complete before your child’s first day. These include health and emergency forms, immunization records, and more. Please note that a health report signed by your child’s physician is required within 90 days of starting at First Steps. Completing these forms ensures we have everything we need to provide the best care for your child.
Registration Fees & Tuition Details
Securing your child’s spot at First Steps.
To secure your child’s place at First Steps, we require a non-refundable registration fee of $75 per child or $100 per family. This fee applies to immediate enrollment, waiting list placement, or reserving a spot for an infant. Additionally, the first week’s tuition is due by the Friday before your child’s start date. Learn more about our child care rates and make online payments on our Parents page.
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If you don’t see your question here, please feel free to contact us—we’re always happy to provide more information and support.
We’re open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., providing convenient care for busy families.
We encourage families to schedule a tour in advance to ensure a personalized experience. This allows us to prepare for your visit and give you our full attention as you explore our classrooms and meet our staff. To schedule a tour, please click here or call us at 262-912-6338.
There is a non-refundable registration fee of $75 per child or $100 per family. This fee secures your child’s place at First Steps, whether for immediate enrollment, waitlist placement, or reserving a future spot for an infant.
We provide a morning and/or afternoon snack for children during before and after school care. Lunch is provided for all children eating table food.
If your child arrives before 7:30 a.m. and needs breakfast, you’re welcome to send food along with them.
Each classroom has specific supply needs based on the age of the children. You can find a detailed list of items to bring on each classroom page under the Curriculum section.
Typical supplies include a family photo, a blanket for naptime, seasonal outdoor clothing, and any necessary personal items like diapers or sunscreen (with signed authorization).
First Steps is closed on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
If a holiday falls on a Saturday, we will be closed on the preceding Friday; if it falls on a Sunday, we will be closed the following Monday.
Tuition is still charged on scheduled holidays.