FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC
License issued (IL)22025 GOVERNORS HWY, RICHTON PARK, IL 60471
DCC in Cook County, Illinois
- Hours
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Licensed for
- 232 children
The public record
- License number
- 629400
- License status
- License issued (IL)
- License type
- DCC
- Licensed capacity
- 232 children
- Address
- 22025 GOVERNORS HWY, RICHTON PARK, IL 60471
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- +17087473000
- Website
- Not listed
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
What Illinois licensed
Illinois licenses day care and overnight care separately, so FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC is listed against each one it holds. Every figure is a ceiling the state set, not a count of places free.
- Day care, ages
- 6 weeks to 8 years
- Day care, licensed for
- 232 children
- Languages reported
- English
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 4.3 average comes from 55 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star42
- 4 star4
- 3 star0
- 2 star1
- 1 star8
From Google
Recent parent reviews
We are incredibly grateful for both Ms. Erin and Ms. Megan and the amazing care and guidance they’ve given our son. Since starting daycare, he has grown so much, and it's thanks to their dedication and patience. He comes home every day excited to share what he's learned, whether it’s letters, shapes, animals, or even planets! His love for learning has truly blossomed under their care. They’ve also been such a huge help with potty training, providing the support and consistency he needed to feel confident and comfortable. We can’t thank them enough for their kindness and encouragement during this important stage.
Mpatanishi MatthewsAug 11, 2025This is an exceptional daycare. I feel extremely comfortable with sending my son to this school daily. Ms. Kim is a wonderful person and a great teacher. Her skills and best practices truly show in the development of my son. She provides reassurance to the kids by showing them love, attention. She provides feedback on areas where my child needs and improvement and she assists with patience. I never have a problem and I highly recommend Ms. Kim.
Anjalei MarshAug 4, 2025I’m so thankful for Ms. Brie and Ms. Gabby and the amazing care they give my niece! From the very beginning, they’ve made her feel comfortable, safe, and excited to come to daycare each day. I’ve seen such a big difference in her confidence and social skills since being in their class. They’re both so patient, kind, and creative with the kids—always finding fun ways to make learning enjoyable. It’s clear they genuinely care about each child and go the extra mile to make sure everyone feels included and loved. I’m beyond grateful for the positive impact they’ve had on my niece’s growth and development. Highly recommend this daycare team!
Makiah CharlesJul 29, 2025I can’t say enough wonderful things about Ms. Brie! She truly goes above and beyond for the children in her care. Every day, she greets them with warmth and enthusiasm, creating a welcoming environment where they feel safe and loved. Her creativity shines through in the activities she plans, making learning both fun and engaging.
Lisa HarveyJul 29, 2025This is the only daycare I truly feel comfortable sending my children to. My now 8-year-old attended as a toddler, and now my son is enrolled here as well. He is currently in Ms. Kim’s classroom, and I can’t say enough about her. Her passion, gentleness, and love for the students do not go unnoticed. She is an amazing teacher, and I always feel at ease leaving my son in her care. The director, Ms. Kemena, is also exceptional. She truly listens to parents and takes immediate action if any issues arise. Her communication is clear and effective, which is so important and reassuring as a parent. I highly recommend this center to anyone looking for childcare where they can have peace of mind knowing their child is in good hands.
Natasha WilliamsJul 25, 2025My daughter is in preschool D with Ms. Erin and Ms. M and absolutely loves them and going to school..I think they did a wonderful job of helping my daughter transition from being at home to attending a school setting and on to kindergarten
Rodney StoneJul 23, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC
Is FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC a licensed child care provider in Illinois?
- Yes. FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC holds Illinois licence 629400, listed as "License issued (IL)" by the Department of Children and Family Services, licensed as a day care center in Cook County. Confirm current standing at sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov before enrolling.
What ages does FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC accept?
- Illinois licenses FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC for children 6 weeks to 8 years during the day, with a licensed day capacity of 232. The span is what the licence permits, not a statement of which ages have places free.
What languages are spoken at FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC?
- The licence record lists English. That is what the provider reported to the state, not a guarantee that a speaker is on site at every hour.
Does this page show inspection results for FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC?
- No. Illinois publishes monitoring and licensing reports going back to 2010 through Sunshine at sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov. Those reports are not included here, so nothing on this page reflects FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the monitoring record.
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About this record
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Family Services. 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
- Primary. The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services provider record, published through DCFS Sunshine, licence 629400. Monitoring reports back to 2010 are published there and are not included on this page.
- Context. Our explainer on how Illinois daycare licensing and inspections work, and on Illinois child care assistance.
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