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Kids First Steps

191 Normandy Rd, Casselberry, FL 32707

License:
C18SE0032
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
98
License expiration:
August 8, 2026
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,278 - $1,387/mo

Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Seminole County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionMarch 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 24, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Kids First Steps from January 10, 2023 through March 24, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 9, 2024 and involved hazardous access.

Seven later inspections, from June 4, 2024 through March 24, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32707

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.17
Local median
0.76

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
21%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
8%
Local median
35%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
1.2

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed cleaning supply in the two-year-old bathroom on the floor, accessible by the children in care. Completed at time of inspection as item was removed and made inaccessible.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up of leaves at the base, causing the fence to be less than 4 feet in height.
Correction status
Due by May 10, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-08

Questions to ask

Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.

Finding-specific

What is your current process for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are always stored securely and out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2024 inspection show a finding regarding the accessibility of cleaning supplies in a bathroom. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment for children.
Context
The item was removed and made inaccessible at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain the outdoor play area to ensure that fencing remains at the required height for safety?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2024 noted that debris buildup at the base of the fence reduced its effective height. This question helps parents understand the facility's routine maintenance schedule for outdoor play spaces.
Related violations
General question

Could you describe the daily routine for teachers to monitor their classrooms and play areas for potential hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular monitoring is essential for maintaining a secure environment throughout the day. Understanding how staff are trained to spot and address potential risks helps parents feel confident in the daily supervision provided.
General question

How do you communicate with families if there are any updates or changes to your facility's safety or maintenance procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication between the center and families is important for building trust. Knowing how the facility shares information about operational updates helps parents stay informed about the care environment.
General question

What training do staff members receive regarding the proper handling and storage of materials used within the classrooms?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Staff training is a key component of operational safety. This question helps parents understand the level of preparation and awareness that teachers bring to their daily responsibilities.