Group Care School Age (5+) 117 children

First Steps West Haven #78

6826 Lincoln Ave, West Haven, CT 06516

117
Capacity
6 weeks - 5 years
Age range
1:4
State infant ratio
$1,620/mo
Connecticut avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About First Steps West Haven #78

First Steps West Haven #78 is a group care located in West Haven, Connecticut (06516). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. Licensed capacity is 117 children.

Cost & subsidies in Connecticut

Statewide averages: $1,620/month infant, $1,200/month preschool. Most Connecticut families qualify for assistance through Care 4 Kids (intake: (888) 214-5437).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to First Steps West Haven #78 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about First Steps West Haven #78

Is First Steps West Haven #78 licensed?
Yes — First Steps West Haven #78 holds a current Connecticut child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does First Steps West Haven #78 accept?
First Steps West Haven #78 serves 6 weeks - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does First Steps West Haven #78 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Connecticut averages about $1620/month for infants and $1200/month for preschool. Contact First Steps West Haven #78 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can First Steps West Haven #78 enroll?
First Steps West Haven #78 has a licensed capacity of 117 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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