Zion Education Center
602 Roemer Blvd, Farrell, PA
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Alta Head Start YMCA is a licensed child care center in Youngstown, Ohio. The state has licensed it since August 20, 2015.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Thursday | 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Friday | 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Cost
Alta Head Start YMCA has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Mahoning County has a median price of $222 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 5, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 18 rules in all
For comparison: 93% of Ohio daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 13.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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5180:2-12-16 First Aid / Standard Precautions
“During the inspection, it was determined first aid kit(s) at the program had missing, or expired, items that are required by appendix A of this rule to be contained in a first aid kit, as noted in number(s) 12 below:1. The program did not have a first aid kit [onsite, on the vehicle, on a field trip]. 2. One roll of hypoallergenic first-aid tape.3. Individually wrapped sterile gauze squares in assorted sizes.4. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes.5. Tweezers.6. Gauze rolled bandage.7. Triangular bandage.8. Rounded end scissors.9. Tooth preservation system or fresh chilled liquid milk in which to transport a lost permanent tooth, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where milk is stored if a tooth preservation system is not part of the first aid kit (for programs serving school age children only).10. A working digital thermometer.11. Disposable non-latex gloves.12. A working flashlight.13. An instant cold pack that has not been activated or ice, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where the ice is stored if an instant cold pack is not part of the first aid kit.14. Sealable leak-proof plastic bags in assorted sizes or double bagged plastic bags that can be securely tied for materials soiled with blood or bodily fluids.15. Pocket mask or face shield, appropriate for all ages of children in care, for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) administration.16. Soap or waterless sanitizer (field trip or transporting away from the program only).17. Bottled water (field trip or transporting away from the program only).Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”
Corrected during the visit
5180:2-12-10 Health Training Requirements
“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 as noted in number(s) 2,3,4 below:1. Child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was not completed within sixty days of hire.2. First aid training was not completed within ninety days of hire.3. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training was not completed within ninety days of hire.4. The child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was expired.5. The first aid training was expired.6. The CPR 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 programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-04 Fire Inspection
“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for fire inspection as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. The program did not have documentation on file for a fire inspection without any uncorrected violations within 12 months from the date of the last fire inspection and the request for the new inspection was not made at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the previous fire inspection.2. The documentation for the most recent fire inspection contained violations that had not been corrected. 3. The [ ] space was being used and had not been approved by the fire department or the state fire marshals office for child care.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes an updated fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records
“In review of 25% 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 number(s) 7,15 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/guardians 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 [ ] Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”
Corrected during the visit
5101:2-12-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records (closed - not addressed)
“In review of 25% 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(s) 7,8 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(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 childs 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 programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-12 Safe Environment (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, a potentially hazardous substance, which was determined to not present a serious risk to a child, was not used or stored properly as noted in number(s) 12 below: 1. Cosmetics were accessible to children in the [ ] area.2. Disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in the [ ] area.3. Fish food was accessible to children in the [ ] area.4. Hand lotion was accessible to children in the [ ] area.5. Hand sanitizer (for children under 24 months) was accessible to children in the [ ] area.6. Laundry detergent was accessible to children in the [ ] area.7. Powder dish washing soap was accessible to children in the [ ] area.8. Paint cans were accessible to children in the [ ] area.9. White out was accessible to children in the [ ] area.10. Potting Soil was accessible to children in the [ ] area.11. Other potentially hazardous substance [ ] was accessible to children in the [ ] area.12. Cleaning/sanitizing supplies had not been clearly labeled.13. School-age children were using cleaning supplies, agents and/or equipment without adult supervision.14. A spray aerosol was used in the [ ] group while children were in attendance. 15. Other: [ ].Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-09 Background Check Requirements (closed - not addressed)
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that background checks did not meet the requirements of the rule for the person(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart as noted in number(s) 4 below:1. The request for a background check for child care was not submitted in the OPR.2. The fingerprints were not submitted electronically according to the process established by BCI.3. The individual(s) had engaged in assigned duties or were near children and preliminary approval from ODJFS was not on file.4. Background checks were not updated every five years. Submit the programs 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.”
5101:2-12-07 Written Program Policies and Procedures
“During the inspection, it was determined that parent(s) of the children enrolled in the program were not provided with a copy of Appendix C to this rule. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”
Corrected during the visit
5101:2-12-07 Written Program Policies and Procedures (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written policies and procedures provided to the parents/guardians and employees was missing item number(s) 20,22,29 below:General Information1. Program name, address, email address and telephone number.2. Description of the programs program philosophy.3. Days and hours of operation, scheduled closings and basic daily schedule.4. Staff/child ratios and group size.5. Opportunities for parent involvement in program activities.6. Opportunities for parents to meet with teachers regarding their child.7. Payment schedule, overtime charges and registration fees as applicable.8. Supports for onsite breastfeeding or pumping for mothers who wish to do so (if the program serves infants or toddlers).Program Policies and Procedures9. Enrollment including required enrollment information.10. Care of children without immunizations.11. Attendance including procedures for arrival and departure, the programs absent day policy, releasing child to persons other than the parent, releasing a child according to a custody agreement and follow up when a child scheduled to arrive from another program or activity does not arrive.12. Supervision of children, including a separate supervision policy for school-age children, if applicable.13. Child guidance.14. Suspension and expulsion.15. Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including administering medication to children with disabilities and administering care procedures to children with disabilities.16. Outdoor play, including limitations placed on outdoor play due to weather or safety issues (considerations may include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, wind chill, ozone levels, pollen count, lightning, rain or ice.)17. Food and dietary policy, including, information regarding meeting one-third of the child's recommended daily dietary allowance, policy regarding formula, breast milk, meals and snacks, and a policy on providing supplemental food.18. Management of illness including isolation precautions, symptoms for discharge and return and notification of parent of ill child.19. Summary of procedures taken in the event of an emergency, serious illness or injury.20. Administration of medication and topical products including medical foods, modified diets and whether school age children are permitted to carry their own medication and ointments.21. Transportation for fieldtrips, routine trips (if applicable) and emergencies, including if the center will provide child care services to children whose parents refuse to grant consent for transportation to the source of emergency treatment.22. Water activities/swimming.23. Infant care, if applicable, including feeding, frequency of diaper checks and information about daily activities.24. Sleeping, Napping and Resting.25. Evening and overnight care, if applicable.26. Policy on hours of operation including closing due to weather, school delays or closings and any other factors.27. Situations that may require disenrollment of a child, if applicable.28. Problem or issue resolution for parents or employees to follow when needing assistance in resolving problems related to the child care program.29. Formal screenings and assessments on enrolled children and if the program reports child level data to ODJFS pursuant to 5101:2-17-02 of the Administrative Code.Revise the programs written policies and procedures to include the missing information. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the revised written policies and procedures, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-07 Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined the current licensing rules were not available or available in a noticeable area on the premises. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”
Corrected during the visit
5101:2-12-07 Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements (closed - not addressed)
“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 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.”
5101:2-12-24 Swimming and Water Safety Requirements
“In the review of the programs records, it was determined that the written parental permission requirement for swimming/water activities was not met as noted in number(s) 4 below:1.The childs name and date of birth was missing.2.Statement indicating whether the child is a non-swimmer or capable of swimming was missing.3.Location of the water activities or swimming site by water of eighteen or more inches in depth was missing.4.A statement of whether or not the program is providing additional adults or child care staff members above the licensing ratio requirements for this activity was missing.5.A signature and date from the parent indicating permission for the activity was missing.6. Permission was not obtained when water was directly accessible to children.7. Permission was not obtained prior to a child swimming or playing in water eighteen inches or more in depth.8.Permission was not obtained prior to a child participating in activities in or on water eighteen inches or more in depth.9.Permission was not obtained prior to infants and toddlers using wading pools.10.Written permission was not updated annually for on-going activities.Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”
Corrected during the visit
5101:2-12-22 Meal and Snack Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number(s) 1 below, in that the current weeks menu was not posted. 1. The menu was not posted.2. The posted menu was not in a visible place readily accessible to parents.3. The menu was not currently dated.4. The entire menu was substituted.5. At least one item on menu did not match what was served.6. The meal or snack served did not match the posted menu.Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”
Corrected during the visit
5101:2-12-16 Written Disaster Plan (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written disaster plan did not meet the requirement or was missing the information in number(s) 5,10-20,below:Procedures:1. The written disaster plan had not been completed2. The plan was not provided to all child care staff and employees3. The plan was not used to respond to an emergency or disaster situation4. Weather emergencies and natural disasters which include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes5. Emergency outdoor and indoor lockdown or evacuation due to threats of violence which includes active shooter, bioterrorism or terrorism6. Emergency or disaster evacuations due to hazardous materials and spills, gas leaks or bomb threats.7. Outbreaks, epidemics or other infectious disease emergencies8. Loss of power, water, or heat9. Other threatening situations that may pose a health or safety hazard to the children in the programDetails:10. Shelter in place or evacuation, how the program will care for and account for the children until they can be reunited with the parent11. A designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated.12. Assisting infants, toddlers and children with special needs and/or health conditions13. Emergency contact information for parents and the program14. Procedures for notifying and communicating with parents regarding the location of the children if evacuated15. Procedures for communicating with parents during loss of communications, no phone or internet service available16. The location of supplies and procedures for gathering necessary supplies for staff and children if required to shelter in place17. What to do if a disaster occurs during the transport of children or when on a field trip or routine trip18. Making the plan available to all child care staff members and employees19. Training of staff or reassignment of staff duties as appropriate20. Updating the plan on a yearly basis21. Contact with local emergency management officialsMake the necessary revisions to the disaster plan. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the revised information, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-16 Written Disaster Plan (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written disaster plan did not meet the requirement for training child care staff members and employees on the plan annually as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. Child care staff members and employees were not trained annually.2. Written documentation of the training was not kept on file. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-16 Emergency Drills (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for the month of August 2024 (program in session), for item number(s) 1,2 below:1. Monthly fire drills.2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September).3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-04 Fire Inspection (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined the program had not been inspected by the local fire department or local fire safety inspector and secured documentation of a fire inspection without any uncorrected violations within 12 months from the date of the last fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, as required. The program had requested the new inspection at least 30 days prior to the expiration date of the previous fire inspection. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes an updated fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-02 Current Information
“During the inspection, it was determined the information in number(s) 4 below was not up to date in the Ohio Child Licensing and Quality System (OCLQS, in that the program only operates during the school year and it is stated year round): 1. Mailing address2. Telephone number3. Email address4. Days and hours of operation5. Services offered6. Name of program7. Private pay ratesTechnical assistance was provided, and as discussed, log on to OCLQS and update the information, as required.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 20, 2015.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on November 5, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 93% of Ohio daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 13. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
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17 N. Champion St., Youngstown, OH 44503. The nearest other daycare we list is Alta Head Start Choffin, 0.1 miles away.