Bethalto Latchkey

  • Our Bethalto Latchkey Center has been open since 1999 and provides care for children Kindergarten to 5th Grade.
  • Our hours are from 6:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Our Bethalto Latchkey Program is a licensed exempt program with the State of Illinois.

  • Serving Bethalto School District families, our Latchkey program is open year round for before and after school as well as holidays and school breaks!

The Latchkey Program Provides:

  • Full and Part-week care for ages up to 12 years of age
  • Before and After School Care
  • Full Day School age program during holidays and summer
  • Full background check on all employees
  • CPR & First Aid trained staff in every classroom
  • USDA approved healthy meals & snacks
  • Sibling and Monthly discounts available
  • Online bill pay available
  • State subsidies accepted from DCFS and DHS for parents working or attending school
School Age Care
For children Kindergarten through 5th grade
  • Bus Transportation provided by districts
  • Care Provided On School Holidays, Snow Days and Summer breaks
  • Friendly, stimulating environments
  • Hands-on interactive activities
  • Homework assistance
  • All Meals Provided
  • Outdoor activities daily (weather permitting)

Latchkey Director

Tonya Newby
Tonya is our Latchkey Director for both our Bethalto and Roxana School District programs. Tonya has been with Step By Step since 2019 and has worked with several age groups. Most recently she was the lead school-age teacher at our Alton Center. Tonya enjoys providing a safe, educational, fun, and friendly environment for children on school days, holidays, snow days, and school breaks!

Contact Us

Phone Phone (618) 377-6473 Fax (618) 377-7609 Program Office:333 Mechanical Drive East Alton, IL 62024
On Site Address:Cornerstone Church198 S Moreland RdBethalto, IL 62010On Site Phone: 618-917-5999

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Childcare Assistance & Online Payments
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Fees for enrollment are based on a child's age and the number of days they are enrolled. Please e-mail or call us for more information on payment plans and the sibling discount.
Employment Opportunities
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All employees must be at least 19 years of age. All employees are required to pass a complete background check (with fingerprinting) and physical per DCFS regulations.
Our Curriculum
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We pride ourselves on our Developmentally Appropriate learning activities based on the Creative Curriculum approaches.