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Step By Step Montessori of Chaska
Chaska, MN
· Carver County
1485 White Oak Dr,
Chaska, MN 55318
Quick Facts
Capacity
211 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
1086836
License Holder
ES SBS Chaska, LLC
Licensed Since
2018
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Carver County Community Social Services
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About the Provider
Step By Step Montessori of Chaska is a Child Care Center in Chaska MN, with a maximum capacity of 211 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infants, Toddlers, Preschool. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-05-07 | Fine Order | |
| 2026-03-24 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 3 - Children with Special Needs
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 4 - Children with Special Needs
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.46, paragraph (c) - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DCYF discovered the error. Children with Special Needs: The program did not have an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with special needs and/or staff did not follow the plan. Children with Special Needs: The program did not have the required documentation when a child received special needs services at the program. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Infant and Toddler Care: Infants were placed in an unsafe sleep position or with items obstructing their airway. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration procedures. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration documentation procedures. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-09-08 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 3 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.41, subdivision 13 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 7, item D - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.46, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Food and Water: The program used water bottles or reusable cups to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Infant and Toddler Care: Each infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's first and last name. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Infant and Toddler Care: Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-03-19 | Maltreatment Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-05-13 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Violation Description: Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected on site |
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| 2024-01-19 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected on site |
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| 2023-10-26 | Maltreatment Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 3 - Behavior Guidance
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 1 - Behavior Guidance Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Behavior Guidance: The program violated the behavior guidance general requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-06-13 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2022-12-20 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2021-02-01 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-05-12 | License Review Report | |
| 2019-03-06 | Correction Order | |
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