First Class Minds
2 Industrial Drive, Florida, NY
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim itAbout
First Steps Early Learning Day Care Academy is a licensed child care center in Middletown, New York. The state has licensed it since October 4, 2017, for up to 86 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with full-time care, infant care, pre-k and preschool.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Staff | At least ten years of teaching experience and a degree in Early Childhood Education |
| Safety | Keypad entry access, Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 86 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
First Steps Early Learning Day Care Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Orange County has a median price of $285 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 14 visits · 8 rules in all
For comparison: 79% of New York daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 4.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
418-1.15(b)(8)(iv) The parent of a child receiving care must have: unlimited and on demand access to written records concerning such child except where access to such records is otherwise restricted by law.
418-1.4(c) Fire detection, alarm and firefighting equipment appropriate to the type of building construction, size, height and occupancy must be provided, maintained and operate as designed.
418-1.9(b) The staff must use acceptable techniques and approaches to help children solve problems.
418-1.15(c)(5) The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: daily attendance records, which must be filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;
418-1.15(a)(4) The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.
Corrected during the visit
418-1.8(j) When a child care center is in operation, an adequate number of qualified teachers must be on duty to ensure the health and safety of the children in care.
418-1.15(a)(4) The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.
418-1.4(h) The director or a designated qualified staff member must conduct monthly inspections of the premises to observe possible fire or safety hazards. Any such hazard must be corrected immediately.
Reviews
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
2 Industrial Drive, Florida, NY
476 Routes 6 And 209, Milford, PA
201 Dolson Ave., Middletown, NY
Middletown, NY 10940 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
133 South St, Middletown, NY
66 E Main St, Middletown, NY
2-10 Liberty Street, Middletown, NY
75 Highland Ave, Middletown, NY
50 Carpenter Avenue, Middletown, NY
FAQ
Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed October 4, 2017.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 5 of 14 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 79% of New York daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 4. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
86, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (845) 344-1154 to ask.
(845) 344-1154.
125 Dolson Avenue, Middletown, NY 10940. The nearest other daycare we list is New Wonders Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.