Inspire Learning Academy Llc
Inspection history
Source: Ohio Department of Children and YouthRecords 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.
| Date | Kind | Outcome as recorded | Violations | Official record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | Provisional | Under Review | 12 | Official report · PDF |
| Aug 18, 2026 | Complaint | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Partially Addressed | 2 | Official report · PDF |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Complaint | Under Review | 2 | Official report · PDF |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Monitor | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed | 2 | Official report · PDF |
| Jun 8, 2026 | Prelicense | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed | 5 | Official report · PDF |
Violations
Text reproduced verbatim · Ohio Department of Children and YouthNearly 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.
Class is our grouping of the state’s own weights, reviewed per state. The agency’s own label is always shown beside it.
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.
“During the inspection, it was determined that the program was using space for child care ina manner that had not been approved by the Ohio Department of Commerce or the local certified building authority. The following condition(s) were observed: • Care was provided to children less than two and one-half years of age in a space approve for over 2 1/2 years of age. (Older Toddler in Rm 122.) Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes building approval for use of this space, a written statement that the building occupancy limitations are being maintained, or a written statement that it is no longer being used, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that a sleeping child had been placed in a crib with 2 boppies stored on the side of the crib that created a potential strangulation or suffocation risk. The rule prohibits any item which obstructs child-care staff's visibility or poses a risk of strangulation or suffocation from being placed on or ina crib (Combined Group 2). Remove the item(s) immediately. 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.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being. The following was observed: Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care. (Hot Wheels in Older Toddler Room. Dry Beans in Combined Room 2) • Employee purses on floor in PK/SA room. 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.”
“During the inspection, a potentially hazardous substance, which was determined to not present a serious risk toa child, was not used or stored properly The following was observed: ¢ Hand lotion was accessible to children in the Combined Room 2. Lotion was on table with children. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that the requirements for drivers was not met. The following was observed: At least one employee who is responsible for transporting children did not have documentation of completion of the prescribed driver training on file. Remove this individual from transporting children until the requirements are met. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that a person trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid and management of communicable disease, had not been present in the vehicle for routine trips as required by the rule: Secure current training for the area needed or restructure the staff who are currently trained on the vehicle during routine trips and field trips. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule,”
“During the inspection, it was determined that bottles for a particular infant were not labeled with the child’s name and date of preparation. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that at least one crib was not labeled with the child's name, as required by this rule. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. (Combination Room 2)”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the tuberculosis (TB) screening for employees, including child care staff members, did not meet the requirement. The following was observed: • ATB screening was not on file prior to the first day of employment. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education for the child care staff member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, did not meet the requirements. The following was observed: ¢ Verification of completion of a high school education was not on file. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member had not completed required health and safety training. The following was observed: ¢ The child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was expired. Refer to the Employee Record Chart for the name(s) of the child care staff member(s) who must complete the required health and safety training(s). Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained. The following was observed: • At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles within ten calendar days of the change. ¢ The administrator had not assigned at least one employee or child care staff member to the program's organization dashboard. ¢ At least one individual's schedule was not current. • At least one individual's position or role did not include an applicable group assignment. • At least one individual's employment had not been end dated. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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.
“During the inspection, it was determined that a child care staff member had used prohibited techniques as a means to control or discipline children. The following prohibited technique was observed: Restrain a child by prone restraint or any means other than holding children for a short period of time, such as in a protective hug, so that the children may regain control. (Preschool) Child-care staff members and other employees must always use appropriate guidance and management methods with children. 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.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that a child had been placed in a crib with a Boppie. that created a potential strangulation or suffocation risk. The rule prohibits any item which obstructs child-care staff's visibility or poses a risk of strangulation or suffocation from being placed on or ina crib. Remove the item(s) immediately. 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.”
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.
“During the inspection, it was determined that a child care staff member had used prohibited techniques as a means to control or discipline children. The following prohibited technique was observed: Restrain a child by prone restraint or any means other than holding children for a short period of time, such as in a protective hug, so that the children may regain control. (Preschool) Child-care staff members and other employees must always use appropriate guidance and management methods with children. 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.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that a child had been placed in a crib with a Boppie. that created a potential strangulation or suffocation risk. The rule prohibits any item which obstructs child-care staff's visibility or poses a risk of strangulation or suffocation from being placed on or ina crib. Remove the item(s) immediately. 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.”
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.
“During the inspection, it was determined that the program was using space for childcare in a manner that had not been approved by the Ohio Department of Commerce or the local certified building authority. The following condition(s) were observed: A child under the age of 2 1/2 years of age was observed in the older toddler room that is approved for children over 2 1/2 years of age. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes building approval for use of this space, a written statement that the building occupancy limitations are being maintained, or a written statement that it is no longer being used, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that children were left unattended while inside the program. The following was observed: 1. Special Needs child left PS2 group in hallway and was up front in the lobby by themselves without the teacher's knowledge. The Licensing Specialist walked child back to group. 2. PS child left teacher by restrooms and ran to the classroom by themselves. 3. School Age special needs child walked upstairs without the teacher's knowledge. Licensing Specialist notified staff. 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.”
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.
“During the inspection, it was determined that the requirements for drivers was not met as listed in number(s) 2 below: 1. The driver(s) noted on the Employee Record Chart used for trips did not have a copy of a current driver's license on file. 2. At least one employee who is responsible for transporting children did not have documentation of completion of the prescribed driver training on file. 3. The driver used to transport children was not an employee of the program, a public transportation driver, or employed by a company contracted to provide transportation service. Remove this individual from transporting children until the requirements are met. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in number(s) 4,5,6,7 below: 1. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member (including substitutes) had not created a profile. 2. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not created an employment record for the program on or before their first day of employment. 3. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles within five calendar days of the change. 4. The administrator had not assigned at least one employee or child care staff member to the program's organization dashboard. 5. At least one individual's schedule was not current. 6. At least one individual's position or role did not include an applicable group assignment. 7. At least one individual's employment had not been end dated. 8. Other: [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education for the child care staff member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, did not meet the requirements as listed in number(s) 1 below: 1. Verification of completion of a high school education was not on file. 2. Documentation was incomplete or not on file for a high school junior or senior who is enrolled in a career- technical program. 3. Documentation was not on file for a high school junior or senior who is also enrolled in a college credit program in child development or early childhood education. 4. Documentation was not on file for a high school junior or senior who is enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) training program. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statements for the employees listed on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the requirements as listed in number(s) 2,3,6 below. 1. A medical statement was not on file for at least one employee; 2. The medical statement(s) on file did not have a date of examination within 12 months of the employee’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 employee 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); 6. Tuberculosis (TB) screening/test information was missing: a. Documentation of the screening process to determine if the employee resided in a country identified by the world health organization as having a high burden of TB and arrived in the United States within the five years preceding the date of application for employment. b, Results of a TB test for employees meeting both criteria in 6a. c. Results of additional testing for employees with a positive TB test. d. Written statement, signed by a representative of the TB control unit, that the employee's TB is no longer infectious or the individual is receiving a TB treatment regimen for employees with a positive TB test. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed employee medical statement, or TB results/documentation, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that background check requirements had not been followed, for the individual(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as noted in number(s) 3 below: 1. The JFS 01177 "Individual Notification of Background Check Review for Child Care" was on file instead of the JFS 01176. 2. The JFS 01176 on file was for a different program. 3. CCSM did not have current fingerprints on file. (Expired Feb 2026) Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176, or a copy of the preliminary approval or a statement that the individual(s) are no longer engaged in assigned duties and are not near children until the preliminary approval has been received, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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