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First Step Day Care INC

Daycare center in Watertown, NY. 317 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601

3.6 (17 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (315) 788-5437Visit website
AgesInfant, toddler, preschool and school age
HoursSee hours below
Tuition from$997 a month
Licensed capacity64 children
LicenceActive
On the register since2023

About the program

First Step Day Care INC is a licensed daycare center in Watertown, New York, on the state register since 2023. It is licensed for 64 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

First Step Day Care is a child care center in Watertown, New York, serving children from six weeks to twelve years old.

Tuition and capacity

Age groupFull-time / monthAs published
Infant$1,213"Infant (6 weeks - 18 months): $280 per week"
Toddler$1,192"Toddler (18 months- 3 years): $275 per week"
Preschool$1,170"Preschool (3 years old): $270 per week"
Pre-k$1,148"Pre-k (4-5 years): $265 per week"
School-age$997"SACC:(School age child care) 5-12 years: $230 per week"

Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.

Infant places80 to 12 months
Toddler places81 to 2 years
Preschool places333 to 5 years
School age places155 years and up

Licensing and safety

Open the state record →
Licence typeDay Care Center · 40860
Licence statusActive since 2023
Licensed capacity64 children
Source: New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services. Last synced September 18, 2026.

New York publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.

What parents say

This daycare has done amazing things in helping my child’s development! It’s also an amazing place to work for especially with our new director. Would most definitely recommend it to anyone searching.

Kaeleigh Hickok · 5/5 on Google · 3 years ago

This daycare has opened up my son to friendship & wonderful learning experiences! It feels amazing to be able to take my children to a center where I know they are being loved on & taken care of properly ❤️❤️

Carleigh Avery · 5/5 on Google · 3 years ago

Abby is amazing! Great with the children, such a beautiful person!

Ticia Cotier · 5/5 on Google · a year ago
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Getting there

317 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601

Questions about First Step Day Care INC

Is First Step Day Care INC licensed?

Yes. First Step Day Care INC holds an active Day Care Center licence from New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services (licence 40860), with a licensed capacity of 64 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

What ages does First Step Day Care INC take?

First Step Day Care INC is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

How much does First Step Day Care INC cost?

First Step Day Care INC publishes full-time tuition from $997 to $1,213 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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