Defiance Middle School
1755 Palmer Dr, Defiance, OH
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Close to Home School Age Program is a licensed child care center in Defiance, Ohio. The state has licensed it since August 7, 2024.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Cost
Close to Home School Age Program has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Defiance County has a median price of $295 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 15, 2025: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 3 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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5180:2-12-22 Meal and Snack Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that a meal or snack at the program did not meet the requirements as noted in number 2 and 4 below:1. The breakfast served did not include foods from three of the four food groups.2. Snack served did not include foods from two of the four food groups: nacho chips and lemonade3. The meal did not provide 1/3 of the recommended daily dietary allowances as specified by the USDA.4. Juice used to meet the fruit or snack component was not 100% undiluted fruit or vegetable juice.5. The meal served did not include an item from the meat or meat alternative group.6. The meal served did not include an item from the bread or grain group.7. The meal served did not include two items from the fruit/vegetable group.8. The meal served did not include a vegetable (two fruits were served).9. The meal served did not include a serving of fluid milk.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-11 Outdoor Space Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that the outdoor play space was not free of trash or foreign objects as noted in number 15 below:1. The outdoor area was littered with trash.2. The trash can was missing a lid. 3. The trash can was not emptied from the day(s) before. 4. The trash can was overflowing with trash.5. The trash can was infested with insects.6. The trash can was visibly dirty.7. There was broken glass. 8. There were tall weeds. 9. There was poison ivy. 10. There were tree branches. 11. There was mold visible. 12. There were thistles with prickers. 13. There were bird droppings. 14. The sandbox was contaminated.15. Other: black plastic lining (tripping hazard) and plastic stake from a light sticking up from stones. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-12-11 Outdoor Play Fall Zones
“During the inspection, it was determined the fall zone under and around equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as noted in number 1 below:1. The fall surface material had not been properly distributed or raked as needed to retain proper depth under and around equipment.2. A fall zone hazard was present, in that, the [ ] posed a risk of injury if a child were to fall from a piece of equipment.3. The fall zone was less than 3 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.4. The fall zone was less than 6 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.5. There was not a fall zone of 3 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.6. There was not a fall zone of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.7. The fall zone was less than 4 1/2 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.8. The fall zone was less than 9 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 24 months of age and older. 9. Other [ ]. The program is required to provide adequate fall zones under and around outdoor play equipment at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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FAQ
Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 7, 2024.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on December 15, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 4 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, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (419) 789-0332 to ask.
(419) 789-0332.
950 Webster St, Defiance, OH 43512. The nearest other daycare we list is Close to Home Childcare Center & Preschool, 0.2 miles away.