Child Care Center
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First Step Preschool & Childcare LLC
Elk River, MN
· Sherburne County
413 PROCTOR AVE NW,
Elk River, MN 55330
Quick Facts
Capacity
137 children
Age Range
Toddlers, Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
1074352
License Holder
First Step Preschool & Childcare LLC
Licensed Since
2014
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Sherburne County Social Services
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About the Provider
Our goals at First Step Preschool are to help establish a sound foundation for your child's future years. A wide range of developmentally appropriate activities and experiences are planned for your preschooler.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open HoursMon - Fri: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-06-02 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-10-21 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 4 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DCYF discovered the error. Children's Records: The program did not have information about a child's known allergy. Children's Records: The Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy did not contain all required items. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Food and Water: Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-11-06 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2023-09-26 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2022-11-21 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a). - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 2. - Food and Water
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b). - Staff Training Violation Description: Children's Records: The Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy did not contain all required items. Food and Water: Menus did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2020-11-04 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-10-01 | Correction Order | |
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