The First Steps Childcare Preschool
TALLAHASSEE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2425 Spoonwood Dr, Tallahassee FL, 32303
CountyLEON
Phone8503859700
Operating details
HoursMon 6:50AM to 8:45PM; Tue 6:50AM to 8:45PM; Wed 6:50AM to 8:45PM; Thu 6:50AM to 8:45PM; Fri 6:50AM to 8:45PM
Capacity90
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium0
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Location
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2425 Spoonwood Dr, Tallahassee FL, 32303, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32303
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/20/2026
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2026
- High riskStandard 331/20/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-10)
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed training record for 1 driver which showed transportation training was not completed. (See supplemental). Corrective action needed. Due: 2/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report fa32e7b7-2a45-4849-a329-6f663293b12c)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: TALLAHASSEE, LEON County
- Capacity: 90
- Type: Child Care Facility
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