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FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE

LICENSED

5517 VENICE BL,, LOS ANGELES, CA 90019

SINGLE LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER in Los Angeles County, California

40Elevated Risk
Day care center
5.0(11)Yelp(0)
SINGLE LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER
Hours
8 AM–5 PM
Licensed for
88 children

The public record

License number
197495682
License status
LICENSED
License type
SINGLE LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER
Licensed capacity
88 children
Address
5517 VENICE BL,, LOS ANGELES, CA 90019
County
Los Angeles County
Website
Not listed
License issued
May 28, 2026

Hours

Listed on Google

Mon
8 AM–5 PM
Tue
8 AM–5 PM
Wed
8 AM–5 PM
Thu
8 AM–5 PM
Fri
8 AM–5 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Licensing visits on record

California records 0 routine inspection visits and no visits prompted by a complaint to FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE.

What California does not publish here

The state publishes when licensing staff visited, not what they found. We do not hold California’s inspection findings, so nothing on this page tells you whether a visit resulted in a citation. A visit count is a measure of licensing activity, and a facility visited more often is not for that reason a worse one. Read the findings in California’s own facility search.

Amenities and accessibility

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Planning

  • Appointment required

Parking

  • Free street parking

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

How the reviews split

The 5.0 average comes from 11 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star11
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star0

From Google

Recent parent reviews

  • I feel incredibly lucky to have found Footsteps Child Care. It’s rare to find so many wonderful qualities in one place—Spanish language immersion, strong educational values, a nurturing environment, and teachers who genuinely care about children. Kristen and the staff are warm, knowledgeable, and welcoming, and their passion shines through in everything they do. Knowing my children can learn, grow, and be cared for in such a positive environment gives me great peace of mind. We are excited to be starting the summer program in July and are truly grateful to have found this special place.

    Mona WatsonJun 15, 2026
  • I know Kristen and her team at their other location in Playa Vista and I'm so excited to see them expand into their beautiful new space in Mid-City! Footsteps Infant and Child Care is an exceptional place for kids to learn and thrive. The center is bright, beautiful, and impeccably clean, creating a welcoming environment for both children and parents. Kristen and her team are nurturing, kind, and fun. They create meaningful learning experiences while teaching important values like kindness, respect, and empathy. Their genuine care for each child shines through in everything they do, and it's clear they are passionate about helping children grow and succeed. I highly recommend Footsteps to families looking for a warm, engaging, and supportive childcare program. Seeing this amazing team continue to grow and serve more families in Mid-City is truly exciting!

    Laurie MustoJun 11, 2026
  • We recently toured Footsteps Mid-City and were so impressed by the warm, welcoming environment. Mercy, the director, took the time to answer all of our questions and made us feel genuinely excited about joining the school community. It’s clear that the program is focused on creating a nurturing and engaging experience for children. Our child will be starting soon, and we feel confident that Footsteps is going to be a wonderful place for them to learn and grow!

    Ali WangsnessJun 8, 2026
  • I recently toured Footsteps Mid-City and was very impressed. From the moment I walked in, the space felt warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed with young children in mind. The classrooms and play areas were engaging, well-organized, and created an environment that encourages learning, creativity, and exploration. What stood out most was meeting Kristin, the owner, and Mercy, the director. Both were incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about creating a high-quality environment for children and families. They took the time to answer questions, walk me through the program, and share the vision behind the school. Their dedication and genuine care were evident throughout the tour. It’s clear that a tremendous amount of thought and effort has gone into every aspect of Footsteps Mid-City. The combination of a beautiful, thoughtfully designed space, strong leadership, and a warm community-focused atmosphere left a lasting impression on me. I would absolutely encourage families to schedule a tour and see it for themselves.

    Elham MahdaviJun 7, 2026
  • We attended Footsteps in Playa Vista for three years, which really says it all. From the moment we met the director, Kristin, we knew this was the perfect place for our family. Her background in early childhood development and psychology is rare in a preschool setting, but it’s her warmth, intuition, and ability to truly see the best in each child that make her exceptional. I trust no one more with my child than her and the team she’s so intentional about choosing. Footsteps offers a beautifully well‑rounded program including music, art, gardening, early academics, and endless opportunities for curiosity and confidence to grow. It’s the most balanced preschool experience we’ve found in Los Angeles. We recently toured the Mid City location and absolutely loved it. The space is open, inviting, and thoughtfully designed for exploration. There are cozy reading nooks, outdoor play areas, climbing structures, and plenty of room for kids to play and learn. The new director at the Mid City location, Mercy, was my child‘s teacher in Playa Vista for a long time. She is attentive, thoughtful, and great at communicating with parents. But above all, she is pure love and joy. If you want true peace of mind, knowing your child is not only safe and cared for but also nurtured and supported as they grow at their own pace, Footsteps is the place. ❤️

    Daria KiehneJun 5, 2026
  • We toured many schools in the area, however, this campus absolutely stood out! It’s important to us that our kids go to a school where they’re encouraged to learn through play, hands-on learning, music, art, movement, exc. While walking through Footsteps Mid- City, I got giddy thinking of all of the wonderful opportunities it presented for our kiddos. I know once they see the beautiful artwork painted on the walls (including a giant world map), slides, outdoor play area, climbing areas, floor space, flexible seating, toys, huge bookshelves, and even nooks to read in, they’ll be so excited to learn!! Highly recommend.10/10

    Nicole GravesJun 2, 2026

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.

Questions parents ask about FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE

Is FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE a licensed child care provider in California?

Yes. FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE holds California licence 197495682, currently listed as "LICENSED" by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, first issued on May 28, 2026. Confirm current standing with the agency before enrolling.

What kind of child care licence does FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE hold?

California licenses FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE as a single licensed child care center, a category that covers infant, preschool and school-age care under a single licence. The category comes from the state's own licence record, not from the provider.

How many children can FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE care for?

FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE is licensed for up to 88 children at one time. Licensed capacity is a ceiling set by the state, not a count of current enrolment or of available places.

Has California visited FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE in response to a complaint?

California records no complaint-driven visits to FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE. That means no concern prompted a visit on the public record, which is not the same as a clean inspection history: the state does not publish what its visits found.

Who holds the licence for FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE?

The licence is held by FOOTSTEPS CHILD CARE LLC. California lists the licensee separately from the facility name, so the two often differ. The facility is in Los Angeles County.

About this record

This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.

Where this comes from

  1. Primary. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division facility search, facility 197495682.
  2. Context. Our explainer on how California daycare licensing and inspections work, and on California child care assistance.

Licensing facts on this page were last checked against the state record on . We republish the public licensing record and label absent fields plainly rather than leaving them blank. Where our data comes from · Report an error