FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
3 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: 0
Last refreshed
April 3, 2026
Latest inspection
October 21, 2025
Provenance
Ohio licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring
Quick Facts
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Updated April 3, 2026
- Provider
- FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER
- License number
- 2250032222
- Location
- 8553 HERRICK DRIVE, Chesterland, OH 44026
- Status
- 0
- Safety grade
- C (Average), score 77.5/100
- Inspection record
- 3 inspections, last inspected October 21, 2025
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
4
Total Violations
Oct 21, 2025
Last Inspection
N/A
Capacity
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (4)
During the inspection, it was determined that children were not supervised while outside the program as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. Child(ren) left unattended outside the facility building. 2. Child(ren) left unattended outside the facility building more than once. 3. Child(ren) left unattended off the programs premises. 4. Child(ren) left unattended during a swimming activity.5. Child(ren) left unattended in a vehicle.6. Child(ren) left unattended inside the building and no adults were present in the building. 7. Other [ ]. Children must be supervised and within sight and hearing of a child care staff member at all times. Provide staff training. Rule 5180:2-12-03 requires the program to notify parents when a serious risk non-compliance is cited. The notification must inform parents of the serious risk non-compliance and include the Department of Children and Youth website and location of further information regarding the determination. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided and a copy of the written parent notification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe, hazardous to children, or in need of repair as noted in number(s) 3 below: 1. Manufacturer's guidelines for the [ ] were not followed in that [ ]. 2. The straps were missing on the [ ].3. The straps were attached, but were not used on the changing pad. 4. The straps were attached and were used, but were not used in a safe manner.5. The equipment had sharp points or corners.6. The equipment had splinters.7. The equipment had protruding nails.8. The equipment had loose or rusty parts.9. The equipment had paint which contains lead or other poisonous materials.10. The equipment had hazardous features.11. A fan was unstable and could easily tip over. 12. A fan had openings a finger could enter.13. The pipes from the heat pump felt hot to the touch14. A space heater felt hot to the touch15. The position of a space heater was a tripping hazard16. The air conditioning unit was not enclosed and was accessible to children on the playground. 17. A ball pit, trampoline, inflatable bounce house, inflatable slide, or inflatable equipment used for climbing and bouncing was used. 18. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that handwashing requirements were not followed as listed in number(s) 5 below, as required in rule.1. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands upon arrival for the day.2. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands prior to departure.3. At least one staff did not wash their hands upon entry into a classroom.4. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after toileting or assisting a child with toileting.5. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after each diaper change or pull-up change.6. At least one staff did not wash their hands after contact with bodily fluids or cleaning up spills or objects contaminated with bodily fluids.7. At least one child did not wash their hands after contact with bodily fluids.8. At least one child did not wash their hands after returning inside after outdoor play.9. At least one staff did not wash their hands after cleaning or sanitizing or using any chemical products.10. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after handling pets, pet cages or other pet objects that have come in contact with the pet.11. At least one staff did not wash their hands before eating, serving or preparing food or bottles or feeding a child.12. At least one child did not wash their hands before eating or assisting with food preparation.13. At least one staff did not wash their hands before and after completing a medical procedure or administering medication.14. At least one child did not wash their hands after water activities.15. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands when visibly soiled (must use soap and water).16. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that breast milk provided by the parent was not stored appropriately as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. Not labeled with infant's name, date pumped, and date prepared;2. Not immediately refrigerated or frozen;3. Stored at room temperature longer than eight hours;4. Stored at the program for more than five days after it was expressed;5. Stored longer than two weeks in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator;6. Stored longer than six months in the refrigerator/freezer;7. Stored longer than twelve months in the deep freezer;8. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
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Childcare Costs in This Area
INFANT (CENTER)
$1,277.35/mo
INFANT (FAMILY HOME)
$866/mo
PRESCHOOL (CENTER)
$1,004.56/mo
PRESCHOOL (FAMILY HOME)
$757.75/mo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER's safety grade?
FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 77.5 out of 100.
How many violations does FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER have?
FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER has 4 total violations on record, including 3 critical, 1 serious, and 0 minor.
When was FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER last inspected?
FIRST STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER was last inspected on October 21, 2025.