From the infant room to school-age afternoons, every program at 1st Step is built around how children actually grow — with caring teachers, real learning, and routines that give working families peace of mind.
6 weeks – 12 months
Infant Care
A calm, clean, deeply attentive space where your baby is held, talked to, and cared for on their schedule — feeding, napping, and bonding with consistent caregivers who learn your little one's cues.
Busy little explorers thrive with safe movement, early words, simple routines, and gentle guidance that turns curiosity and big feelings into confidence and independence.
Focused school-readiness in letters, early reading, writing, math concepts, and classroom routines, guided by Creative Curriculum and Georgia's early learning standards.
Dependable pickup from nearby elementary schools, homework help, tutoring support, snacks, and enrichment — so big kids stay busy and you stay focused at work.
When school's out, the fun's in. Themed weeks, field-trip-style activities, arts, games, and learning that keep young minds active all summer long. Contact us for current summer schedules, age placement, and availability.
Extra help, right where they already feel comfortable
For school-age children who need a confidence boost, we offer homework support and tutoring built into the after-school day — no extra driving across town after a long workday.
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Reading & literacy
Support with phonics, fluency, comprehension, and a genuine love of books.
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Math practice
Patient, step-by-step help with the concepts that trip kids up — until it clicks.
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Homework done right
A quiet space, adult guidance, and accountability so homework comes home finished.
Common questions
Choosing the right program
Programs are organized by age and developmental stage, but every child is different. On your tour we'll talk through your child's age, personality, and needs and recommend the best fit. Transitions between rooms are planned gently as your child grows.
Yes. Many of our families have children in more than one program — for example an infant and a school-age sibling — under one roof, one drop-off, and one trusted team.
Yes. Our learning is guided by the Creative Curriculum framework and Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), adapted to each age group.
Summer camp / day camp options are available. The Georgia state profile lists day camp pricing for ages 5 and older at $235.00, with $75.00 drop-in pricing. Contact us for current summer availability, schedules, and age placement.
Your first step starts here
Not sure which program fits? Let's figure it out together.
Schedule a free tour and picture your child's day with us. No pressure — just a warm welcome.