First Steps Childhood Learning Center

ATCHISON, KSChild Care CenterLicensed

2.7based on state inspection data
Capacity79
Est. price$853/mo

Contact information

Address1427 Main St, Atchison, KS, 66002

CityATCHISON, KS 66002

CountyAtchison

Phone913-367-6060

Operating details

Capacity79

License dateMay 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1427 Main St, Atchison, KS, 66002, ATCHISON, KS 66002

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk5/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-428a Education and training requirements. (b) (1) Each staff member who is counted in the staff-child ratio, each volunteer who is counted in the staff-child ratio, and each program director shall complete health and safety training either before employment or volunteering or not later than 30 calendar days after the date of employment or volunteering. Each staff member shall complete the training before being given sole responsiblity for the care and supervision of children.

    One employee missing health and safety training within the 30 day requirement of hire. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003261)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk5/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-426 Administration. (e) (3) (B) a record of scheduled hours and days of attendance;

    Eight childrens files missing record of scheduled hours and days of attendance. Corrected at survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003261)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk5/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (e) (1) All household supplies, cleaning supplies, dangerous chemicals and all bodily care products bearing warning labels to keep out of reach of children shall be in locked storage, except that hand sanitizers, disinfectant solutions used daily to disinfect surfaces, and diapering supplies may be kept unlocked at least five feet above the floor and out of reach of children. Soap used for hand washing may be kept unlocked and placed on the back of the counter by a bathroom or sink.

    One cabinet containing cleaning supplies unlocked in Ocean unit. Corrected at survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003261)

    Not corrected
  4. High risk5/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-131 Animals. (d) Each domesticated dog and each domesticated cat shall have a current rabies vaccination given by a licensed veterinarian or a person acting under the direct supervision of a veterinarian as specified in K.S.A. 21-1213, and amendments thereto. A record of vaccinations shall be kept on file at the facility.

    One cat missing current immunizations on file. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003261)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

4Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$853/month

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Typical prices in Kansas run about $724/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Kansas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: ATCHISON, Atchison County
  • Capacity: 79
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 0

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