1st Klass Kids Daycare
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.3 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Louisiana Performance Profile rating of Proficient. Structural quality reflects Louisiana's licensing baseline. Louisiana caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:7, and preschool ratios at 1:15. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Louisiana Performance Profile Proficient (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 34
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 15 Toddlers 1:7 21 Preschool 1:15 30
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credential
- No Credential on File
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (4), First Aid & Pediatric CPR (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jan 21, 20268 Findings8 Important
- Daily Attendance Records - Children1507.A
1507. A. Based on record review on 01/21/2026, at 12:30 p.m., the center's Daily Attendance Childrenâs record shall be maintained to accurately include first and last name, arrival and departure times, date, and the last name of the person or entity to whom the child is released. To accurately reflect children on the centerâs premises at any given time and be used to sign in and out if a child leaves and returns to the center during the day. On 1/21/2026, S6 did not have access Daily Attendance Log for Children because Procare was not working. Corrective Action: Effective 01/21/2026, S1…
- Daily Attendance Records - Staff and Owners1507.B
Based on observation at 2:30 p.m., S6 failed to have a record of all staff members and owners, including the first and last name of the staff member or owner, date, and arrival and departure times, to accurately reflect the staff members and owners on the premises at any given time. S6 did not have access to files because Procare was not working. Corrective Action: Effective 01/21/2026, S1 stated she will immediately resolve all technical issues with Pro Care System to ensure compliance with this regulation.
- Electronic Devices Policy1509.A.9
Based on observation, at 12:45 p.m., S1 failed to follow the Electronic Devices Policy as electronic devices were used by children under age 2. The Specialist observed an infant lying on a Boppy pillow, watching television, while other infants slept. Corrective Action: Effective: S6 stated she will inform staff that, per policy and state regulation, children under the age of 2 will not be allowed to watch television programming to ensure compliance with this regulation.
- Rest Time Supervision1713.J
Based on record review and interviews at 12:45 p.m. on 1/21/2026. S1 failed to ensure children were supervised at all times during rest time while at the center. The Specialist observed staff eating lunch in the kitchen area while a total of 14 children, ages infants to 4 years-old, were napping in 2 separate classrooms down the hall. S3, S4, and S5 failed to actively supervise children while asleep. Corrective Action: Effective 1/21/2026 S1, she will schedule breaks for staff to ensure that a teacher is in all the classrooms.
- C. – Orientation Training1719.A
1719 A-C.: Based on a record review on 01/13/2026, at 12:30 p.m., S1 failed to ensure within the first day, present at the center, and prior to assuming sole responsibility of any children, each staff member shall receive center-specific orientation to policies and practices. Within the first 7 days present at the center and before assuming sole responsibility for any children, each staff member receives LDE Key Orientation Training Modules 1 within 7 calendar days of the first day present and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children, each staff member shall receive LDE Key…
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.A.&B
1723. A..B.: Based on the record review/interview, at 12:50 a.m., S6 failed to have documentation that 1 of 6 staff on the premises and accessible to children had current certification in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR through a trainer approved by the Department. S5's most recent certifications expired on 8/30/2025. Corrective Action: Effective 1/21/2026, S1 stated she will set a 30-day calendar reminder prior to the expiration of the training to ensure compliance with this regulation.
- Pediatric First Aid1723.C
1723. C: Based on the record review/interview, at 12:50 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 1 of 4 staff on the premises and accessible to children had current certification in Pediatric First Aid through a trainer approved by the Department. S2's most recent certifications expired on 08/30/2025. Corrective Action: Effective 1/21/2026, S1 stated she will set a 30-day calendar reminder prior to the expiration of the training to ensure compliance with this regulation.
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.F
Based on record review at 1:30 p.m., S6 failed to have documentation that 1 of 6 staff members on the premises and accessible to children have a current certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR before assuming sole responsibility for any children. S2 (DOH unknown) failed to have the current certification. The Specialist observed S2 alone during naptime with 11 children age 2-3 years old. Corrective Action: Effective: 01/21/2026 S6 stated she ensures all new hires have CPR and Pediatric First Aid before assuming responsibility of children, to ensure compliance with this regulation.
Jul 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- CCCBC-Based Determinations of Eligibility for Visitors and Contractors1807.C
1807. C: Based on the record review at 10:00 a.m., S1 failed to obtain a CCCBC-based determination of eligibility for childcare purposes from the Department for independent contractors before being present or performing services at the center when children are present. The Specialist observed that O1 (Speech Therapist) signed the visitors log for 2/21/2025, 3/7/2025, 3/21/2025, and 3/28/2025, but failed to have eligible CCCBC documentation before being present at the center or performing services. Corrective Action: Effective 07/01/2025, S1 stated she will add all therapists to her CCCBC…