Childcare & Early Education for Infants, Toddlers & Preschoolers
The care you want, the learning they love, so your child starts school confident and ready. Let’s build your child’s future together.
THE A STEP AHEAD DIFFERENCE
The Trusted Partner You’ve Been Searching For In Early Childhood Education
Discover loving care and joyful learning in a family-run center your child can call a second home.
Curriculum
From First Snuggles To First Stories, Our Curriculum Is Designed To Grow With Your Child, Offering Age-Appropriate Care And Learning At Every Stage
Child Care
A calm, caring environment with predictable routines and playful learning woven into every part of the day.
Infant Care
Snuggly, responsive care with safe sleep, individual feeding plans, and plenty of tummy time and sensory play.
Toddler Care
Big feelings meet calm routines and purposeful play: music, movement, simple language, and hands-on exploration.
Pre School
Play-based centers for early math, pre-reading, science, and art, balanced with circle time, outdoor play, and friendship skills.
Pre Kindergarten
A structured, joyful lead-up to kindergarten that builds attention, independence, and confidence for a strong start to school.
Before and After School
A welcoming clubhouse feel with homework support, creative clubs, outdoor time, and healthy snacks.
OUR CULTURE AND PROMISE
People You Can Count On, Standards You Can See
WHAT GUIDES OUR WORK
We Focus On Your Child’s Whole Development
Our aim is to grow hearts, minds, and healthy habits, so small daily wins become lifelong strengths.
- Child-first decisions that honor each child’s pace and personality
- Play-based learning supported by FunShine Express for age-right growth
- Teacher care through training, coaching, and a supportive culture
- Family partnership with clear communication and practical help
Testimonials
What Parents Are Saying
Discover the impact A Step Ahead has had on the lives of children and their families.
- Francisca Morales
Thank you for the tour!
August 26, 2024Sajen ChavezVery communicative and helpful!!!!
April 14, 2025Rebecca LynnYou guys have been great with my boys since we started going there! They love going so much and have many friends!
September 11, 2025 - Liz Fudge
love the location and the staff are very friendly and helpful
September 11, 2025Sandra MartinMegan, the director, is very kind and patient and made me feel very comfortable trusting A Step Ahead to care for my daughter!
January 7, 2025Tammy WansacookieThis daycare is the best of all the daycares my children have been in. Whatever complaints you see or concerns you see are overdramatized and we will continue to support... Read More a step ahead because we always see a hard working, energetic, kind and fun staff that oversees lots of kids. We do not expect perfection from any facility but we do expect consistency and transparency and that’s exactly what we get from a step ahead.
November 27, 2024 - Sarah Kindschuh
Our kids have been attending the Bellevue ASA location since they were each about 6 months old and we've had a great experience. The teachers are all very friendly and... Read More the kids love them. The staff has been very consistent for the last couple of years which is great and really helpful for their learning. The kids came home learning about letters/numbers/colors/etc before I knew it was even something we should be working on with them. Overall we've been very pleased with our experience.
September 11, 2025Elizabeth FudgeMy children are happy to go to daycare
September 11, 2025Maddie BlankenshipMy husband and I went in to tour the daycare in preparation for our twins arriving early next year and were very impressed with staff and the cleanliness of the... Read More center. Everyone was very welcoming and we both felt comfortable in the atmosphere. This was the only daycare we ended up touring and quickly decided to start the enrollment process!
October 8, 2025
Why Choose Us
Care that Fits Real Family Life
From infant snuggles to homework help, we match care to your child’s stage and schedule.
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Locations
Explore Our Locations to Find Your Family’s Perfect Fit
A Step Ahead Millard
- 2634 S 158th Plaza
- (402) 698-0118
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
A Step Ahead Springfield
- 850 Park Dr
- (402) 809-7458
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
A Step Ahead Omaha
- 10828 John Galt Blvd #200
- (402) 744-6112
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
A Step Ahead Bellevue
- 2007 Smith Rd
- (402) 986-6885
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Licensed preschool and child care programs in Nebraska: Your Partner in Parenting and Your Child’s Success
We’re here to make your life easier, your child’s future brighter, and every day a little more joyful.