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First Steps
- licensed capacity
- 100
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $109
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About
About First Steps
First Steps is a licensed child care center in Cuthbert, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 100 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM.
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 100 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Steps has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Randolph County has a median price of $109 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$109
Home daycare$103
Toddler
Center$102
Home daycare$97
Preschool
Center$102
Home daycare$97
School age
Center$55
Home daycare$45
State record
Inspection reports for First Steps
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Learning Center license
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #CCLC-20130
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 4 visits · 1 rule in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 7 visits
- Mar 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Rule .25(3) - Clean, free of debris, good repair: (3) Cleanliness. The Center and surrounding premises shall be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 24, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Rule .30(2)(c) - Sleep in safety-approved cribs: (c) Infants shall not sleep in equipment other than safety-approved cribs, such as, but not limited to, a car safety seat, bouncy seat, highchair, or swing. Infants who arrive at the Center asleep or fall asleep in such equipment, on the floor or elsewhere, shall be transferred to a safety-approved crib.
Rule .26(9) - Playground-Safe/Clean (Recite-Not Met): (9) Safety and Upkeep of Playground. Playgrounds shall be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to rocks, exposed tree roots and exposed sharp edges of concrete.
Rule .26(6) - Equipment-outdoor: (6) Equipment. Playground equipment shall provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.
- Mar 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 29, 2022Follow-up visitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about First Steps
Is First Steps licensed?
Yes. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was First Steps last inspected?
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Steps had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 4 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can First Steps care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Steps accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Steps' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Steps cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (943) 210-0439 to ask.
What is First Steps' phone number?
(943) 210-0439.
Where is First Steps?
96 Millenium Drive, Cuthbert, GA 39840. The nearest other daycare we list is Randolph County Board of Education Head Start, 2 miles away.