New First Step Learning Center School Age

BISMARCK, NDLicensed School Age Child CareLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity45
Est. price$734/mo

Contact information

Address2039 N. Kavaney Dr, Bismarck, ND, 58501

CityBISMARCK, ND 58501

CountyBURLEIGH

Phone701-255-0546

Websitehttp://firststepsbismarck.com

Operating details

Capacity45

License dateMay 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

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Location

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2039 N. Kavaney Dr, Bismarck, ND, 58501, BISMARCK, ND 58501

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  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
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/9/2025

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2025

  1. High risk10/9/2025

    Correction order — Rule(s) 75-03-11.1-09. 2. (a). - Staffing and group size requirements. Staffing requirements and maximum group size. a. The operator of a school- age child care program shall ensure that the program is sufficiently staffed at all times

    Evidence of violation: When Licensing specialist made an unannounced visit to the First Step School age program there were 28 children to one staff member. Ages of the children were 6-12. Method of correction: Develop a plan to stay in Ratio at all times. Time allowed for correction: Immediate. Source: ND HHS Child Care Licensing (childcarelicensing.nd.gov).

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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1Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$734/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in North Dakota run about $925/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in North Dakota by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: BISMARCK, BURLEIGH County
  • Capacity: 45
  • Type: Licensed School Age Child Care
  • Years in operation: 0

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