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Little Explorers Childcare

3851 Highland Bluff Dr, Groveport, OH 43125 · Franklin County License #2240030781
5
inspections on file
30
recorded violations
0
health & safety class
Sep 29, 2026
last inspection

Inspection history

Source: Ohio Department of Children and Youth

Records held from Sep 12, 2023 onward. Earlier visits may exist in the agency’s own files.

Ohio publishes its inspection findings only as scanned report images. The findings shown here were transcribed from those scans; the archived original report linked on each visit is the authoritative record. Findings the inspector handled as technical assistance are not violations and are not listed.

Inspection history for Little Explorers Childcare
DateKindOutcome as recordedViolationsOfficial record
Sep 29, 2026CompliancePartially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed5Official report · PDF
Mar 20, 2026CompliancePartially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed6Official report · PDF
Sep 14, 2025ProvisionalPartially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed5Official report · PDF
Apr 9, 2025ProvisionalPartially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed8Official report · PDF
Oct 30, 2024PrelicensePartially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed6Official report · PDF

Violations

Text reproduced verbatim · Ohio Department of Children and Youth
How to read violations

Nearly every licensed provider accumulates some. A missing signature and an unlocked medicine cabinet are both “violations”, and they are not the same thing. Look at the class, the pattern over time and how quickly it was corrected — not the count alone.

Paperwork — records, postings, forms Standard — supervision, ratio, training Health & safety — direct risk to a child

Class is our grouping of the state’s own weights, reviewed per state. The agency’s own label is always shown beside it.

Sep 29, 2026Compliance · 5 deficiencies citedOfficial report

Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.

PaperworkState weight: Other non-compliance
5180:2-13-18 — Attendance

“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record. The following was observed: -the attendance record was not being consistently completed -the record did not include the child's weekly schedule -the record did not include the birthdate of at least one child Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 29, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Other non-compliance
5180:2-13-12 — Safe Environment

“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item or condition which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being. The following was observed: outlets did not have child proof receptacle covers Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 29, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Other non-compliance
5180:2-13-16 — Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan

“During the inspection, it was determined the program’s written emergency and preparedness, and response plan did not meet the requirement for training child care staff members and employees on the plan annually. The following was observed: written documentation of the training was not kept on file Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 29, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Other non-compliance
5180:2-13-15 — Child Immunization Records

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that immunization records were not on file, as required, The following was observed: - immunization records were not on file at the program within 30 days of the child's first day of attendance - immunization records were not updated no more than every 13 months Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 29, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Other non-compliance
5180:2-13-15 — Child Enrollment Records

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the DCY 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care” or equivalent as required. The following was observed as missing: -Emergency transportation information -Complete physician information -Acknowledgement of policies and procedures Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 29, 2026
Mar 20, 2026Compliance · 6 deficiencies citedOfficial report

Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.

PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-04 — Fire Inspections for Type A Homes

“The program had not been inspected and approved within 12 months from the date of the last fire approval by the local fire department, as required. Secure and submit an updated fire approval as part of the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

Corrective action plan due Apr 19, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-13 — Clean environment and equipment

“During the inspection, it was determined that the program was not providing a clean and healthy environment, furniture, materials and equipment as required by Appendix A, as noted in number 2 below: 1. Item(s) soiled with blood or bodily fluids were not cleaned/sanitized immediately. 2. Sheets were not cleaned when soiled. 3. Children's individual blankets and belongings were stored in an unsanitary manner. 4. Bottles, bottle caps, nipples and other equipment used for bottle feeding were not cleaned and sanitized ina dishwasher or by washing, rinsing, and boiling for one minute. 5. Carpets were not vacuumed weekly or cleaned when soiled. 6. Changing table/pad was not sanitized after each use or cleaned when visibly soiled. 7. Reusable cloths were not being washed daily or when visibly soiled. 8. Cots/Pads/Mats were not cleaned and sanitized before assigning to a different child, when used by a sick child, when soiled or at least every three months. 9. Cribs were not cleaned and sanitized monthly, or when soiled, or before use by another child. 10. Diaper Receptacles were not cleaned and sanitized daily or more frequently as needed to eliminate odor. 11. Dishes/Cups/Silverware were not cleaned and sanitized after each use. 12. Water Containers were not labeled with the child's name, or were not cleaned and sanitized before use again on another day. 13. Dress up clothes and hats (dramatic play) were not cleaned monthly or when soiled. 14. Floors were not cleaned weekly or when soiled. 15. The food prep area, including sinks, were not cleaned before and after preparing food (including bottle preparation) or between preparing raw or cooked food. 16. Potty chairs were not cleaned after each use, rinsed with water, cleaned and sanitized or contents were not emptied into a toilet. 17. Food tables, highchair trays were not cleaned before and after each use. 18. Tables used for play were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized daily. 19. Toilet bowls were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized weekly. 20. Toilet seat(s), handle(s) and hand washing sink(s) were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized daily. 21. Mouthed toys were not cleaned and sanitized after each child’s use. 22. Toys, other than those mouthed by children, were not cleaned monthly or when visibly soiled. 23. Washable furniture, including fabrics on infant equipment, were not cleaned weekly or when soiled. 24. Upholstered furniture was not steam cleaned when soiled. 25. Slip covers were not washed at least every six months or when soiled. 26. Wastebaskets/rinse buckets, including lids, were not being emptied daily or cleaned and sanitized when visibly soiled. Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout! 27. The manufacturer's directions for the cleaning product were not followed. 28. The solution used for sanitizing was not a commercial product registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as a sanitizer. 29. Other [ ]. Furniture, materials and equipment must be maintained according to the cleaning and sanitizing schedule in Appendix A to this rule. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Apr 19, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-20 — Crib and Playpen Requirements

“During the inspection, it was determined that sheets, mattresses and/or mattress covers did not meet the rule requirement as noted in number 2 below: 1. At least one crib or playpen did not have a sheet. 2. At least one sheet was too large. 3. At least one sheet was too small. 4, At least one sheet was torn. 5. The mattress was not at least one and one-half inches thick. 6. The mattress was not firm. 7. There was space between the mattress and the sides and end panels of the crib or playpen which exceeded one and one-half inches. 8. The mattress cover was not waterproof. 9. The mattress cover was torn. 10, Other: [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Apr 19, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-10 — Health Training

“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM was left alone with children and did not have current valid documentation for training listed in number 14 below: Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout 1. First Aid - expired training 2. First Aid - did not have verification of completion of First Aid training 3. First Aid - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 4. CPR - expired training 5. CPR - had not taken CPR training 6. CPR - did not have verification of the completion of CPR training 7. CPR - training taken did not include all age groups the program serves and developmental levels of all children in care 8. CPR - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 9. CPR - audiovisual or electronic media training taken by staff did not include an in-person component of the training 10. Communicable Disease - expired training 11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training 12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of the CD training 13. Communicable Disease - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 14. Child Abuse - expired training 15. Child Abuse - had not taken Child Abuse training 16. Child Abuse - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule Correct the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

Corrective action plan due Apr 19, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-15 — Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care”, as required, for the items in numbers 1, 4, 10, 11,13 and 16 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout! 9. Additional information for all boxes checked “yes” 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardian’s signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Missing at the top of page 3. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Apr 19, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-15 — Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number 1and 2 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medicals on file were not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year 9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the child’s parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions 11, Other [ ] Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Apr 19, 2026
Sep 14, 2025Provisional · 5 deficiencies citedOfficial report

Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.

PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-12 — Safe Environment

“Children in care shall be protected from any items and conditions which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following items and condition which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following numbers 1, A and 22 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers, in the program restroom. 2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop. 3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care. 4. Electrical cord attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled. 5. Stacked chairs. 6. Telephone cords. 7. Employee(s) purse(s). 8. Diaper bags. 9. Television not securely anchored. 10. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 11. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child. 12. Chipping or peeling paint. 13. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing. 14. An area rug presented a tripping hazard. 15. A floor surface was unsafe in that [ ]. 16. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet. 17. The platform provided for the sink or toilet was not sturdy. 18. The platform provided for the sink or toilet posed a safety hazard in that [ ]. 19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following furniture in that [ ]. 20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a child’s temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards. 22. Kitchen table very wobbly, not level and the leg not screwed in all the way. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 19, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-12 — Safe Environment

“During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 124 degrees in the kitchen and program restroom. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 14, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-16 — Communicable Diseases

“During the inspection, it was determined that the Ohio Communicable Disease Chart was not posted as required, as indicated in the number 3 below: 1. Ina location readily available to provider, child care staff members, employees, and residents; 2. The chart was not posted. 3. The posted chart was not the current version. 4. The posted chart was not displayed in the size available in the ODJFS forms central to be easily read. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 14, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-15 — Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care”, as required, for the items in numbers 4, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information 9. Additional information for all boxes checked “yes” 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardian’s signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Name at the top of page 3. Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Jan 18, 2026
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-15 — Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number 2 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medicals on file were not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year 9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the child’s parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions 11. Other [ ] Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Oct 14, 2025
Apr 9, 2025Provisional · 8 deficiencies citedOfficial report

Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.

StandardState weight: Moderate risk
5180:2-13-12 — Safe Environment

“Children in care shall be protected from any item which threaten their health, safety, and well- being. During the inspection, it was determined the program did not protect children from an unsafe item due to the following number 8 below: 1. Pull cord(s) on the window blind(s). 2. Extension cord(s); electrical cord(s) attached to an object that could result in a severe injury if pulled. 3. Stacked tables. 4. Folding tables. 5. Matches and/or a lighter. 6. Power tool(s). 7. Live wires. 8. Stove that able to be turned on by a child. 9. Asbestos. 10. Traffic. 11. A body of water. 12. Awell. 13. Environmental hazard(s) confirmed by local authorities having jurisdiction over the hazard. 14. A crockpot used to heat bottles. Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout 15. Immediate access to a knife. 16. Large or heavy pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 17. Marijuana was accessible to children. 18. Other [ ]. Any hazardous equipment must be removed, replaced, or repaired and any hazardous condition must be corrected and must be made inaccessible to children. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the item or condition has been removed and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due May 9, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-18 — Attendance

“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number 5 below: 1. No attendance record was being maintained. 2. The attendance record was not being consistently completed. 3. The record did not include the name of at least one child. 4. The record did not include the birth date of at least one child. 5. The record did not include the assigned group. 6. The record did not include the child’s weekly schedule. 7. The record did not include the time (hours and minutes) of each child’s arrival and departure to the program, including transportation by the program. 8. The original attendance record was not kept at the program for a period of one year. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due May 9, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-13 — Clean environment and equipment

“During the inspection, it was determined that the program was not providing a clean and healthy environment, furniture, materials and equipment as required by Appendix A, as noted in number 26 below: 1. Item(s) soiled with blood or bodily fluids were not cleaned/sanitized immediately. 2. Blankets/sheets were not cleaned weekly, when soiled, or before use by another child. 3. Children's individual blankets and belongings were stored in an unsanitary manner. 4. Bottles, bottle caps, nipples and other equipment used for bottle feeding were not cleaned and sanitized in a dishwasher or by washing, rinsing, and boiling for one minute. 5. Carpets were not vacuumed weekly or cleaned when soiled. 6. Changing table/pad was not sanitized after each use or cleaned when visibly soiled. 7. Reusable cloths were not being washed daily or when visibly soiled. 8. Cots/Pads/Mats were not cleaned and sanitized before assigning to a different child, when used by a sick child, when soiled or at least every three months. 9. Cribs were not cleaned and sanitized monthly, or when soiled, or before use by another child. 10. Diaper Receptacles were not cleaned and sanitized daily or more frequently as needed to eliminate odor. 11. Dishes/Cups/Silverware were not cleaned and sanitized after each use. 12. Water Containers were not labeled with the child's name, or were not cleaned and sanitized before use again on another day. 13. Dress up clothes and hats (dramatic play) were not cleaned monthly or when soiled. 14. Floors were not cleaned weekly or when soiled. 15. The food prep area, including sinks, were not cleaned before and after preparing food (including bottle preparation) or between preparing raw or cooked food. 16. Potty chairs were not cleaned after each use, rinsed with water, cleaned and sanitized or contents were not emptied into a toilet. 17. Food tables, highchair trays were not cleaned before and after each use. 18. Tables used for play were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized daily. 19. Toilet bowls were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized weekly. 20. Toilet seat(s), handle(s) and hand washing sink(s) were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized daily. 21. Mouthed toys were not cleaned and sanitized after each child’s use. 22. Toys, other than those mouthed by children, were not cleaned monthly or when visibly soiled. 23. Washable furniture, including fabrics on infant equipment, were not cleaned weekly or when soiled. 24. Upholstered furniture was not steam cleaned when soiled. 25. Slip covers were not washed at least every six months or when soiled. 26. Wastebaskets in the kitchen and bathroom, were not being emptied daily. 27. The manufacturer’s directions for the cleaning product were not followed. 28. The solution used for sanitizing was not a commercial product registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as a sanitizer. 29. Other [ ]. Furniture, materials and equipment must be maintained according to the cleaning and sanitizing schedule in Appendix A to this rule. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due May 9, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-16 — First Aid Kit/Standard Precautions

“During the inspection, it was determined that the first aid supplies were not stored according to the requirements listed in item number 1 below: 1. Stored in a closed container 2. Stored in a unlocked container 3. Stored out of the reach of children 4. Stored on the premises 5. Stored readily available to the provider Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

Corrective action plan due May 9, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-22 — Fluid Milk

“During the inspection, it was determined that required documentation for substitutions for fluid milk was not as file noted in number 3 below: 1. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physician's assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when Infants up to 12 months of age were served anything other than formula or breast milk. 2. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physician's assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when Infants and toddlers 12 months of age up to 24 months of age were served anything other than unflavored whole homogenized vitamin D fortified cow's milk, breast milk, or non-cow milk substitutions that is nutritionally equivalent to milk. 3. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physician's assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when toddlers and children 24 months of age and older are served anything other than unflavored one percent milk that is vitamin A and D fortified, unflavored fat free or skim milk that is vitamin A and D fortified, or non-cow milk substitutions that are nutritionally equivalent to milk. 4. Written parental consent for non-cow milk substitutions that are nutritionally equivalent to milk. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

Corrective action plan due May 9, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-15 — Health Conditions

“In review of records, it was determined the JFS 01236 "Medical/Physical Care Plan for Child Care" did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in number 1 below: 1. The JFS 01236 had not been updated annually 2. A separate JFS 01236 had not been used for each condition 3. The program used an old version of the JFS 01236 Submit the corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due May 9, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-15 — Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number 8 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical was missing a record of immunizations. 9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the child’s parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout! 11. Other [ ] Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due May 9, 2025
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5180:2-13-15 — Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care”, as required, for the items in numbers 4, 5, 6, 14 and 15 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information 4, Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information 9. Additional information for all boxes checked “yes” 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardian’s signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Other [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Jan 18, 2026
Oct 30, 2024Prelicense · 6 deficiencies citedOfficial report

Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.

StandardState weight: Moderate risk
5101:2-13-12 — Safe Environment

“Children in care shall be protected from any items and conditions which threaten their health, safety, and well-being. During the inspection, it was determined the program did not protect children from an unsafe item or condition or equipment due to the following numbers 5, 8, 15 and 18 below: 1. Pull cord(s) on the window blind(s). 2. Extension cord(s); electrical cord(s) attached to an object that could result in a severe injury if pulled. 3. Stacked tables. 4. Folding tables. 5. Lighter, in the drawer to the left of the lower cabinet in the kitchen. 6. Power tool(s). 7. Live wires. 8. Stove that are either on or able to be turned on by a child. 9. Asbestos. 10. Traffic. 11. A body of water. 12. Awell. 13. Environmental hazard(s) confirmed by local authorities having jurisdiction over the hazard. 14. A crockpot used to heat bottles. Chir Department of i Le Children & Yout! 15. Immediate access to a knife (can opener,) in the drawer left of the stove in the kitchen. 16. Large or heavy pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 17. Marijuana was accessible to children. 18. Broken glass, the fireplace in the living room has the glass that covers it broken. Sharp edge on one side. Any hazardous equipment must be removed, replaced, or repaired and any hazardous condition must be corrected and must be made inaccessible to children. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the item or condition has been removed and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Nov 29, 2024
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5101:2-13-02 — Provider Medical

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statement for the provider did not include the required information listed below in number 2 a, b and c: 1. Date of examination; 2. Signature, business address, and telephone number of the licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, certified midwife, or certified nurse practitioner who completed the examination; 3. A statement that verifies that the employee is: a. Physically fit for employment as a provider caring for children; b. Immunized against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR). c. Immunized against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap). Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed medical statement, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Nov 29, 2024
PaperworkState weight: Low risk
5101:2-13-12 — Safe Environment

“Children in care shall be protected from any items and conditions which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following conditions which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following numbers 1, 4 and 7 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers, in the living room to the right of the couch and in the cabinet under the TV, that was not locked. 2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop. 3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care. 4. Electrical cords attached to an object (laptop,) stretched from the counter to the table that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled. 5. Stacked chairs. 6. Telephone cords, 7. Employee purse. 8. Diaper bags. 9. Television not securely anchored. 10. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 11. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child. 12. Chipping or peeling paint. 13. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing. 14. An area rug presented a tripping hazard. 15. A floor surface was unsafe in that [ ]. 16. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet. 17. The platform provided for the sink or toilet was not sturdy. 18. The platform provided for the sink or toilet posed a safety hazard in that [ ]. 19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following furniture in that [ ]. 20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a child’s temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards. 22. Other [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Nov 29, 2024
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5101:2-13-11 — Outdoor Space

“During the inspection, it was determined that the following hazardous conditions existed in the outdoor play area, as noted in number 6 below: Chir Department of i Le Children & Yout! 1. There was broken glass. 2. There were tall weeds. 3. There was poison ivy. 4. There were tree branches. 5. There was mold visible. 6. The sandboxes lid was cracked and broken leaving a sharp edge. 7. There were thistles with prickers. 8. There were bird droppings. 9. The outdoor area was littered with trash. 10. The trash can was missing a lid. 11. The trash was not emptied from the day(s) before. 12. The trash can was overflowing with trash. 13. The trash can was infested with insects. 14. The trash can was visibly dirty. 15. Other []. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

Corrective action plan due Nov 29, 2024
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5101:2-13-12 — Safe Equipment

“During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe, hazardous to children, or in need of repair as noted in number 16 below: 1. Manufacturer's guidelines for the [ ] were not followed in that [ ]. 2. The straps were missing on the [_ ]. 3. The straps were attached, but were not used on the [_ ]. 4. The straps were attached and were used, but were not used in a safe manner. 5. The equipment had sharp points or corners. 6. The equipment had splinters. 7. The equipment had protruding nails. 8. The equipment had loose or rusty parts. 9. The equipment had paint which contains lead or other poisonous materials. 10. The equipment had hazardous features. 11. A fan was unstable and could easily tip over. 12. A fan had openings a finger could enter. 13. The pipes from the heat pump felt hot to the touch 14. A space heater felt hot to the touch Chir Department of i Le Children & Yout! 15. The position of a space heater was a tripping hazard 16. The air conditioning unit was not enclosed and was accessible to children on the playground. 17. A ball pit, trampoline, inflatable bounce house, inflatable slide, inflatable equipment used for climbing and bouncing was used, 18. Other [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Nov 29, 2024
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5101:2-13-08 — Employee Requirements

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statements for those individuals listed on the Employee Record Chart did not include the required information listed below in number 2. 1. A medical statement was not on file; 2. The medical statement on file were not dated within 12 months of the individual's first day of employment; 3. Date of examination was missing; 4, Signature, business address, or telephone number of the licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, certified midwife, or certified nurse practitioner who completed the examination was missing; 5. A statement was missing that verifies the individual is: a. Physically fit for employment in a program caring for children; b. Immunized against Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap); c. Immunized against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR); Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed medical statement, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Corrective action plan due Nov 30, 2024