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Step By Step Early Learning And Childcare Center

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

981 Silver Dollar Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Visit website ↗(650) 575-6122Directions ↗Licensed for 75
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
9/22/2025
Total visits
3

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Step by Step Early Learning and Childcare Center offers an enriched, Reggio Emilia-inspired education focused on educating the whole child through creativity and play. The center serves infants and preschoolers with dedicated teachers and developmentally appropriate, research-based curriculum.

Philosophy
Reggio Emilia inspired environment emphasizing developmentally appropriate teaching, learning through creativity and play, relationship-based approach (particularly for infants with assigned primary caregivers), and building upon each child's unique potential.
Ages served
Infants and preschoolers
Hours
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday–Friday; Closed weekends and some holidays
Outdoor
Winter outdoor play available

Programs

  • •Infant care with relationship-based approach and assigned primary caregiver
  • •Preschool program
  • •Individual Education Plans available as needed

Highlights

  • ✓Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum
  • ✓Floor to ceiling windows with natural light in infant center
  • ✓Assigned primary infant care teacher for each child
  • ✓Research-based, balanced curriculum

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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