Welcome to Edgefield County First Steps, where our vision is that Edgefield County children will be equipped to reach their highest potential. Edgefield County First Steps, working in collaboration with parents, caregivers, and our community, provides opportunities and experiences so that all children start school ready to reach their highest potential.

Our values are as follows:

Children: The years of early childhood are critical windows of development during which much of human potential is shaped. All children are inherently worthy of receiving the best possible start in life and are the most valuable resource for the future of our community.

Relationships: Families are the single most important influence on the development of young children. Responsive, nurturing relationships with consistent caregivers in a safe, stimulating learning environment create the best possible chance for children’s healthy development and school readiness.

Equity: We value and demonstrate diverse perspectives in the development of programs. Services must be individualized and adaptable to meet the unique needs of children and families, and we ensure that all families have the opportunity to be successful.

High Quality and Results-Oriented: Services must be high-quality and have evidence of success. First Steps operates within a culture of accountability.