My daughter attended here with Ms. Paulette for 2 years. We're only leaving because my daughter will be attending a full day preschool in the fall. Paulette provides a safe and fun environment with a variety of activities, including trips to the park and splash pad. I'm most impressed that she is able to incorporate traditional play with educational activities and plenty of outside times. Some of my daughter's favorite memories are of the holiday parties. Most importantly, Paulette genuinely cares about the children she cares for and does all she can to provide each child the best experience possible.

Paulette starting caring for my oldest son when he was 20 months old, and my youngest son at 12 weeks old. They are now 5 and almost 3. Over the past 3.5 years, she has been incredibly reliable and accommodating for our family, even during the beginning stages of the pandemic when everything was up in the air. She drove my oldest son to and from preschool 4 days/week and does a great job getting the kids outside to play in the backyard and/or at local parks. During non-Covid times, she would regularly take the kids to splash pads, movies, the library and many other fun places. My oldest son is a pretty high-maintenance kid and she was very helpful and supportive when we were having behavior issues with him. She went out of her way to try to follow through with the things we were doing at home to try and minimize his tantrums. She kept my kids on a great napping schedule and they somehow never got hurt when they were at her house (they play super rough). She does a great job engaging the kids in project every day and doing themed activities. I would highly recommend Paulette's day care to anyone looking for an in-home daycare.

Would not recommend. My child had a very bad experience here and was not treated well. Think twice before enrolling a child here as the savings may not be worth the quality of care. Question everything and don't be fooled.

Paulette has taken care of my two boys, now ages 7 and 9, since my oldest was 15 months. She is reliable, flexible, and full service! Paulette has a great backyard for playing outdoors, a large playroom where the boys play games, make crafts, watch movies, and more. I love that she takes them to the library, the splash park, and the movies. She keeps it interesting for the kids! I feel completely confident leaving my boys with Paulette because I know she will make sure they are well cared for. When my youngest son was unexpectedly diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes three years ago, I didn't know what I was going to do but Paulette had no qualms about getting trained to manage his medical needs which put my mind at ease. I encourage you to give First Step Home Child Care a try. Paulette has become like family to us and I couldn't recommend her more!

Both of my children went to First Step Home Child Care for 6 years!
Paulette has been amazingly flexible in the care that we needed. From full time care to dropping off and picking up at half day preschool and kindergarten, all the way through elementary school when they would only come for after-school care. I had interviewed other day care providers and found none that were as flexible with school drop offs/pick ups/or bus routes as Paulette was. It was really appreciated.
My boys thoroughly enjoyed their time spent at "Miss Paulette's". They got plenty of playtime - sometimes t-ball in the backyard or even walks to the local playgrounds. She took them on field trips to the library, nature centers, and sometimes special trips (to a movie on a school holiday for example) that she would arrange with us parents.
I never had to worry about their safety. A couple of times I picked them up at a park where they were playing as I was home a little early. Paulette wasn't sitting on a bench, but was out in the playground watching those kids play and keeping tabs on them. It was great and I was so pleased to see the level of attention she paid to the kiddos.
She runs a very friendly child care in the large family room of her home. Kids will have time to rest or read in the late afternoon, and if they have homework that will get done as well (make sure to ask!).
I highly recommend First Step Home Child Care, Paulette has been really wonderful.

When I was looking for childcare I interviewed 8 home daycare locations. Paulette was the only one of all eight women who did not make my son cry. She picked him up and he smiled. I knew she was the one.
Paulette started watching my son when he was 8 months old. There was constant interaction. I cannot remember the timeframe but i was amazed when my son could not only recite the alphabet but identify letters way before any other friends child his age.
He was exposed to reading so early on, his skills surpassed expectations when he entered school.
I could always rely on Paulette for school transportation. There was never a doubt or worry.
Field trips took place very often. The kids always enjoyed anything Paulette had planned.
Meals and naps were always structured and there was always plenty of playtime as well as quiet time for reading or movies.
Paulette is very active in the kids days whether indoors or out. My son is older now and no longer needs childcare but Paulette took great care of him for many years. He still likes to visit, stop by and just say hi.
This says a lot about the relationships she develops with the kids as well as the parents.
Paulette is a wonderful childcare provider!