Lansing · Licensed center
A Step Up Career Academy-Center Inc
At a glance
- Medium center, licensed for 77 children.
What to know
The license is the range the state allows. It does not say which ages have openings.
What the state has found
The state cited rules at 21 of its 29 licensing inspections since June 2010.
See each inspection
Licensing inspections
- Jun 17, 2025Nothing cited
- May 27, 2025Nothing cited
- May 7, 2025Nothing cited
Jul 2, 20241 citation
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d)
Jun 29, 202310 citations
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d)
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(e)(4)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(e)(5)
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(2)
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(2)(h)
Guidance and Discipline
Guidance and Discipline
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.270(a)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(d)
Jun 10, 20224 citations
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(d)(3)
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(e)
Organization and Administration
Organization and Administration
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.70(l)
Staffing Structure
Staffing Structure
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(1)
Nov 24, 20213 citations
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(o)
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(e)
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, FHSEC305.
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, FHSEC305.
Nov 23, 20215 citations
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(h)
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(b)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(3)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2)
Nov 4, 20201 citation
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Jun 26, 20195 citations
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(5)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(6)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(7)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, FHSEC305.
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, FHSEC305.
Oct 3, 20185 citations
Evening, Night, Weekend and Holiday Care
Evening, Night, Weekend and Holiday Care
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.240(h)
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(g)(1)
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(k)(1)
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(k)(5)
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(h)
Aug 6, 20186 citations
Daily Arrival and Departure of Children
Daily Arrival and Departure of Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.260(e)(3)
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3)
Staffing Structure
Staffing Structure
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(1)
Daily Arrival and Departure of Children
Daily Arrival and Departure of Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.260(d)
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, CCASEC4.
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, CCASEC4.
Jul 9, 20183 citations
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
Transportation
Transportation
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.280(d)
Oct 27, 20172 citations
Grouping and Staffing
Grouping and Staffing
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(e)
Program Requirements for All Ages
Program Requirements for All Ages
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.200(r)
Jul 26, 20175 citations
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(4)(a)
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, CCASEC4.
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, CCASEC4.
Jul 7, 20172 citations
Provisions Pertaining to the License
Provisions Pertaining to the License
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.60(g)
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(g)(1)
- Jun 9, 2017Nothing cited
- May 26, 2017Nothing cited
- May 5, 2017Nothing cited
- Apr 21, 2017Nothing cited
May 10, 20169 citations
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(4)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(6)
Nutrition and Meal Service
Nutrition and Meal Service
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(h)
Program Requirements for All Ages
Program Requirements for All Ages
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.200(d)
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(p)
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(d)(2)
Jul 14, 201513 citations
Staffing Structure
Staffing Structure
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(1)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(1)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(2)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(5)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(6)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(7)
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(1)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(b)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(d)
Jul 11, 20145 citations
Staffing Structure
Staffing Structure
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(5)
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(b)
Jun 18, 201315 citations
Organization and Administration
Organization and Administration
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.70(e)
General Requirements for Personnel
General Requirements for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(5)
Background Checks for Personnel
Background Checks for Personnel
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4)
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(b)
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(4)(a)
Guidance and Discipline
Guidance and Discipline
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.270(a)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(4)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(5)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(6)
Napping and Sleeping
Napping and Sleeping
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.350(b)
Napping and Sleeping
Napping and Sleeping
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.350(e)
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(f)(3)
May 6, 20133 citations
Grouping and Staffing
Grouping and Staffing
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(a)
Grouping and Staffing
Grouping and Staffing
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(d)(4)
Staffing Structure
Staffing Structure
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(e)(1)
Jul 27, 20125 citations
Grouping and Staffing
Grouping and Staffing
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(e)(1)
Grouping and Staffing
Grouping and Staffing
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(a)
Staffing Structure
Staffing Structure
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(5)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3)
- Sep 16, 2011Nothing cited
Jul 23, 20101 citation
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(h)
Jun 16, 20108 citations
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(b)
Personnel Records
Personnel Records
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120
Transportation
Transportation
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.280(d)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(4)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(5)
Health Requirements for Children
Health Requirements for Children
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(6)
Napping and Sleeping
Napping and Sleeping
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.350(b)(3)
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(o)(2)
The state cited rules at 21 of this center's 29 inspections. Most Chicago-area centers inspected 10 or more times had rules cited at some but not all of theirs, as this center did: 78% of 868.
How all 868 Chicago-area centers inspected 10 or more times compare
Of the 868 Chicago-area centers the state inspected 10 or more times, how many of those inspections cited a rule:
- Some78%This center
- All22%
Read every record and the state’s reports
State record — Illinois DCFS
- Last visit
- June 17, 2025
- On file
- 29 visits since June 2010 — 8 cited nothing
- Fixed?
- The latest correction deadline was August 1, 2024. Illinois DCFS does not publish whether it was made.
- Most serious
- Illinois DCFS does not publish a severity level for a citation, so there is no most-serious to name.
Illinois DCFS cites each subsection of a rule separately, so one audit of a filing cabinet can produce ten citations. It publishes the rule’s title and a correction deadline, but no description of what was observed.
Jul 2024 Monitoring visit 1 finding
Monitoring visit · July 2, 2024
General Requirements for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d) · Violation substantiated
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jun 2023 Monitoring visit 10 findings
Monitoring visit · June 29, 2023
Personnel Records
4 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3) through (e)(5) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3) · 407.120(a)(4) · 407.120(e)(4) · 407.120(e)(5)
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(2) through (h) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(2) · 407.250(i)(2)(h)
General Requirements for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d) · Violation corrected
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
Guidance and Discipline
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.270(a) · Violation corrected
Health Requirements for Children
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(d) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jun 2022 Monitoring visit 4 findings
Monitoring visit · June 10, 2022
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(d)(3) through (e) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(d)(3) · 407.370(e)
Organization and Administration
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.70(l) · Violation corrected
Staffing Structure
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(1) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Nov 2021 Monitoring visit 3 findings
Monitoring visit · November 24, 2021
Nutrition and Meal Service
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(e) through (o) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(e) · 407.330(o)
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, FHSEC305.
0 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Nov 2021 Monitoring visit 5 findings
Monitoring visit · November 23, 2021
Personnel Records
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2) through (b) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2) · 407.120(b)
Health Requirements for Children
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(3) through (h) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(3) · 407.310(h)
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Nov 2020 Monitoring visit 1 finding
Monitoring visit · November 4, 2020
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jun 2019 Monitoring visit 5 findings
Monitoring visit · June 26, 2019
General Requirements for Personnel
3 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(5) through (7) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(5) · 407.100(c)(6) · 407.100(c)(7)
Personnel Records
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4) · Violation corrected
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, FHSEC305.
0 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Oct 2018 Monitoring visit 5 findings
Monitoring visit · October 3, 2018
Nutrition and Meal Service
4 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(g)(1) through (k)(5) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(g)(1) · 407.330(h) · 407.330(k)(1) · 407.330(k)(5)
Evening, Night, Weekend and Holiday Care
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.240(h) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Aug 2018 Monitoring visit 6 findings
Monitoring visit · August 6, 2018
Daily Arrival and Departure of Children
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.260(d) through (e)(3) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.260(d) · 407.260(e)(3)
Staffing Structure
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(1) · Violation corrected
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
Personnel Records
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3) · Violation corrected
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, CCASEC4.
0 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jul 2018 Monitoring visit 3 findings
Monitoring visit · July 9, 2018
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
Personnel Records
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4) · Violation corrected
Transportation
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.280(d) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Oct 2017 Monitoring visit 2 findings
Monitoring visit · October 27, 2017
Grouping and Staffing
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(e) · Violation corrected
Program Requirements for All Ages
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.200(r) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jul 2017 Monitoring visit 5 findings
Monitoring visit · July 26, 2017
Personnel Records
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3) through (4) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(3) · 407.120(a)(4)
General Requirements for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d) · Violation corrected
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(4)(a) · Violation corrected
A citation the state’s report lists only by its code, CCASEC4.
0 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jul 2017 Monitoring visit 2 findings
Monitoring visit · July 7, 2017
Provisions Pertaining to the License
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.60(g) · Violation corrected
Nutrition and Meal Service
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(g)(1) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
May 2016 Monitoring visit 9 findings
Monitoring visit · May 10, 2016
Health Requirements for Children
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(4) through (6) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(4) · 407.310(a)(6)
General Requirements for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(d) · Violation corrected
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
Personnel Records
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(4) · Violation corrected
Program Requirements for All Ages
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.200(d) · Violation corrected
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(d)(2) · Violation corrected
Nutrition and Meal Service
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.330(h) · Violation corrected
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(p) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jul 2015 Monitoring visit 13 findings
Monitoring visit · July 14, 2015
General Requirements for Personnel
5 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(1) through (7) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(1) · 407.100(c)(2) · 407.100(c)(5) · 407.100(c)(6) · 407.100(c)(7)
Personnel Records
4 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(1) through (4) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(1) · 407.120(a)(2) · 407.120(a)(3) · 407.120(a)(4)
Staffing Structure
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(1) · Violation corrected
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(b) · Violation corrected
Health Requirements for Children
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(d) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jul 2014 Monitoring visit 5 findings
Monitoring visit · July 11, 2014
Personnel Records
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2) through (4) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2) · 407.120(a)(4)
Staffing Structure
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(a)(5) · Violation corrected
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(b) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
Jun 2013 Monitoring visit 15 findings
Monitoring visit · June 18, 2013
Personnel Records
3 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2) through (4) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.120(a)(2) · 407.120(a)(3) · 407.120(a)(4)
Health Requirements for Children
3 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(4) through (6) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.310(a)(4) · 407.310(a)(5) · 407.310(a)(6)
Napping and Sleeping
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.350(b) through (e) · Violation corrected
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.350(b) · 407.350(e)
Organization and Administration
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.70(e) · Violation corrected
General Requirements for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.100(c)(5) · Violation corrected
Background Checks for Personnel
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.110 · Violation corrected
Special Requirements for Infants and Toddlers
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.210(b) · Violation corrected
Enrollment and Discharge Procedures
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.250(i)(4)(a) · Violation corrected
Guidance and Discipline
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.270(a) · Violation corrected
Physical Plant/Indoor Space
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.370(f)(3) · Violation corrected
DCFS compliance lookup On that page, enter provider number 462665 in the Provider box and choose Search; the compliance report downloads from the button on the result row.
May 2013 Monitoring visit 3 findings
Monitoring visit · May 6, 2013
Grouping and Staffing
2 citations · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(a) through (d)(4) · Violation substantiated
89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.190(a) · 407.190(d)(4)
Staffing Structure
1 citation · 89 Ill. Adm. Code 407.90(e)(1) · Violation substantiated
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Details
- Phone
- (708) 474-2511
- Address
- 2745 Bernice Rd, Lansing, 60438
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State record
From Illinois DCFS’s published reports, last checked November 8, 2026.
Details
- Phone, Address — Checked August 2026 sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov/…/ProviderLookup.aspx. To check it, open sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov's Licensed Provider Lookup, enter "A STEP UP CAREER ACADEMY-CENTER INC" under Provider Name and 60438 under Zip, and press Search (DCFS provider 462665).
- License, Ages on the license — Checked November 2026 sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov/…/ProviderLookup.aspx. To check it, open sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov's Licensed Provider Lookup, enter "A STEP UP CAREER ACADEMY-CENTER INC" under Provider Name and 60438 under Zip, and press Search (DCFS provider 462665).
Medium means the middle half of Chicago-area’s 1,948 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 49 to 118 children. Small is 8 to 48; large is 119 to 487.
The ages on the license are what the state licenses it to care for, which can be wider than the ages it takes.