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April Blue

Columbus, OH 43211 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
a week, county median
$200
year first licensed
2016

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About April Blue

April Blue is a licensed home daycare in Columbus, Ohio. The state has licensed it since December 16, 2016.

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Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Infant

Center$295
Home daycare$200

Toddler

Center$265
Home daycare$190

Preschool

Center$232
Home daycare$175

School age

Center$150
Home daycare$155

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

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Inspection reports for April Blue

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Type B Family Child Care Home
First licensed
2016
License number
#000000928980851
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Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 18 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Other rules 2

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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  1. Jul 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      5180:2-13-09 Background Checks (closed - not addressed)

      “In review of the staff records, it was determined that background check requirements were incomplete for the individuals listed on the Employee Record Chart. The following was observed: The DCY 01176 was not on file at the program, but the BCI and FBI results were on file at the program and the individual had no prohibitive offenses which did not meet the rehabilitation criteria.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the correct form is now on file, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  2. Jan 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

      “In review 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. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination5. 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 care7. 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 child8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year9. 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 rule10. 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 convictions11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .”
  3. Aug 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jul 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5180:2-13-18 Group Size and Ratios

      “During the inspection, it was determined there were 5 children in care during the hours of operation, which is over the capacity listed on the license. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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 8 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/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 [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5180:2-13-11 Indoor Space

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Jan 9, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5180:2-13-16 First Aid Kit / Standard Precautions

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the program's first aid kit were missing item listed in number 3 below: 1. One roll of first-aid tape; 2. Individually wrapped sterile gauze; squares in assorted sizes;3. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes;4.Tweezers;5. Gauze rolled bandage;6. Triangular bandage;7. Rounded end scissors;8. 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);9. A working digital thermometer;10. Disposable non-latex gloves;11. A working flashlight;12. 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;13. 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;14. Pocket mask or face shield, appropriate; for all ages of children in care, for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) administration;15. Soap or waterless sanitizer (field trip or transporting away from the program only);16. Bottled water (field trip or transporting away from the program only).Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “Children in care shall be protected from any items which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following items which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following numbers 3, 6 and 22 below:1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers.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/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled.5. Stacked chairs.6. Telephone cords. ( portable charger)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 childs temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards.22. air diffuser accessible in the program room.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, a potentially toxic substance was stored where children present had access to it as noted in numbers 14,15, and 16 below. The potentially hazardous substances posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children in bathroom and childcare room.1. Bleach.2. Cleaning agent.3. Fish tank chemicals. 4. Gasoline. 5. Pesticide.6. Poison, including insect/rodent poison. 7. Flammable substance.8. Windshield washer fluid.9. Aerosol cans. 10. A lawn mower. 11. A weed trimmer. 12. Hedge trimmers. 13. A snow blower.14. shampoo and conditioner15. nasal spray and eye drops 16. art supplies Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance is no longer accessible to children and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Carbon Monoxide Detectors - Type B Only

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working carbon monoxide detector on the main level of the home where care is provided A cardon monoxide detector needs to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. A working carbon monoxide detector must be placed, installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 125 degrees in the bathroom 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-04 Flammable and Combustible Materials in a Type B Home

      “During the inspection, it was determined flammable and combustible materials and substances were stored near numbers 2 and 3 below:1. Heater;2. Furnace;3. Water Heater;4. Gas Appliance.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
  6. Jul 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      5101:2-13-22 Meals and Snacks

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 3 below. 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.Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5101:2-13-10 Health Training

      “In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for trainings listed in numbers 1 and 4 below:1. First Aid - expired training2. First Aid - did not have verification of the completion of First Aid training3. First Aid - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule4. CPR - expired training5. CPR - had not taken CPR training6. CPR - did not have verification of the completion of CPR training7. CPR - training taken did not include all age groups and developmental levels of all children in care8. CPR - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule9. CPR- audiovisual or electronic media training taken did not include an in-person component of the training10. Communicable Disease - expired training11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of CD training13. 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 training15. Child Abuse - had not taken Child Abuse training16. Child Abuse - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the ruleCorrect 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.”
    • Other rules

      5101:2-13-07 Provider Responsibilities

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the provider was not meeting the following requirements as noted in number 4 below: 1. The provider no longer resides at the licensed location.2. The licensed provider has additional activities/employment during operating hours, in that [ ]. 3. The provider was not on-site for 75 percent of the programs operating hours as required by this rule.4. The provider did not have hours of availability to meet with parents a noticeable location.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Other rules

      5101:2-13-07 Provider Responsibilities

      “During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not [obtain or maintain the required liability insurance/have a completed JFS 01933 \"Liability Insurance Statement for Family Child Care Providers\" was not completed for one child in care.. Correct the violation and submit proof of insurance with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
  7. Feb 15, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored where children present had access to it as noted in number 14 below. The potentially hazardous substance that posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children in Child Care Outdoor Space. 1. Bleach.2. Cleaning agent.3. Fish tank chemicals. 4. Gasoline. 5. Pesticide.6. Poison, including insect/rodent poison. 7. Flammable substance.8. Windshield washer fluid.9. Aerosol cans. 10. A lawn mower. 11. A weed trimmer. 12. Hedge trimmers. 13. A snow blower.14. Other potentially hazardous substance, equipment or machinery: Flammable liquid lighter fluid. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance is no longer accessible to children and/or children will not be outside when machinery is in use and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-12 Pets

      “During the inspection, it was determined pets at the program were not properly housed or cared for or posed a threat to the safety or health of the children as noted in number 7 below: 1. The animals cage was dirty with feces.2. The aquarium was unclean.3. The litter box was dirty with feces.4. A pet posed a threat to the safety of a child in that [ ].5. A pet requiring a license did not have a current license.6. Proper inoculation records were not on file at the program for a pet requiring inoculations.7. Children were exposed to the pet's urine and/or feces.8. Other [ ].A pet that poses a threat to the children shall not be at the program. All pets at the program must receive proper care and housing. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5101:2-13-11 Fall Zone

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the playground did not have adequate fall surface under and around equipment as noted in the following number 1 below:1. No fall surface2. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall3. Other [ ] Any equipment designed for climbing, swinging, bouncing, or sliding needs a fall zone of protective material resilient under and around the equipment in order to protect children in the event of a fall. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes written verification of the discontinued use of this equipment until corrections are made along with a description of the resilient material added, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Copied from Ohio Department of Children and Youth on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is April Blue licensed?

Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 16, 2016.

When was April Blue last inspected?

Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has April Blue had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 6 of 7 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.

What are April Blue's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (614) 603-1615 to confirm.

How much does April Blue cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (614) 603-1615 to ask.

What is April Blue's phone number?

(614) 603-1615.

Where is April Blue?

Columbus, OH 43211. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

Sources: Ohio Department of Children and Youth (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).