A Step Ahead Child Development & Learning Center
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.4 / 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 High 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 High 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
- 33
- 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 3 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- C. – General Liability Insurance Policy1503.A
Based on record review S1 failed to maintain in force at all times current commercial liability insurance for the operation of the center to ensure medical coverage for children in the event of accident or injury. The documentation of commercial liability insurance shall consist of the policy or binder that includes the name of the early learning center, physical address of the center, name of the insurance company, policy number, period of coverage and explanation. The Specialist observed an incomplete policy not showing the period of coverage, policy number or the physical address…
Jan 21, 20262 Findings2 Important
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.A.&B
1723. A..B.: Based on the record review/interview, at 10:00 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 1 of 4 staff on the premises and accessible to children had current certification in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR through a trainer approved by the Department. S2's most recent certifications expired on 12/30/2025.S2 has a class scheduled for 1/29/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 1/21/2026 S1 stated she will add a 30-day calendar reminder before the expiration of the CPR certification training.
- Pediatric First Aid1723.C
1723. C: Based on the record review/interview, at 10:00 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 12/30/2025. Corrective Action: Effective 1/21/2026, S1 stated she will set a calendar reminder 30 days prior to the expiration of the Pediatric First Aid certification.
Feb 3, 20252 Findings2 Important
- C. – General Liability Insurance Policy1503.A
Based on Observation/Record Review/Interview at 11:00 a.m., S1 failed to have current proof of insurance ensuring medical coverage for children in the event of an accident or injury. S1 immediately contacted the insurance company to obtain medical coverage.
- Tornado Drills1921.E
Based on record review at 11:00 p.m., S1 failed to conduct at least one tornado drill per month during March, April, May, and June. The Specialist did not observed tornado drill documentation for March, May, or June 2024.