Carnation Early Learning Center
7495 Secor Road, Lambertville, MI
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Growing Minds Childcare is a licensed child care center in Toledo, Ohio. The state has licensed it since January 9, 2026.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: 18 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 35 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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5180:2-12-15 Child Immunization Records
“In review of 25% of the children's records, it was determined that complete child immunization records were not on file, as required, for children listed on the DCY Children's Record Review for Child Care.The following was observed: Immunization record(s) were not on file at the center within thirty days of the child's first day of attendanceSubmit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-15 Child 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 DCY 01234 Child Enrollment Form for Early Care and Education Programs or equivalent form as required. The following was observed as missing: No enrollment form was completed for at least one child Complete emergency contact information (cannot be a parent)Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-12 Safe Environment
“\"During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored in the boys bathroom where children had access to it.The following was observed: . Aerosol can (deorodizer) within reach in the bathroom - school age children use bathroom unsupervised.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance or item 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.\"”
5180:2-12-12 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, condition or equipment.The following was observed: mop and bucket of water in the girls bathroom - school age children used bathroom unsupervised 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 programs 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.\"”
5180:2-12-12 Safe Environment
“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. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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.The following was observed: Child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was not completed within sixty days of hire First aid training was not completed within ninety days of hire Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training was not completed within ninety days of hirRefer 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.”
5180:2-12-08 Child Care Staff Member Educational Requirements
“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 programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-08 Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training.The following was observed: The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-23 Infant Daily Care
“During the inspection, it was determined that the written record used to document infant routines and activities did not meet the requirements.The following was observed: A daily written record was not provided to the parent or person picking up the infant on a daily basis.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-20 Cribs - Safe Environment and Practices
“During the inspection, it was determined that the equipment had been used for sleeping infants and did not allow the infant to sleep on a firm mattress.The following equipment was used: Infant seats.Infants must be provided with a crib, which meets requirements specified in this rule, for resting and sleeping. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that staff training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-20 Cribs - Placement
“During the inspection, it was determined that a crib, assigned to a child, was used for storage. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-18 Attendance Records
“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 name of at least one child.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-17 Materials and Equipment
“During the inspection, it was determined that equipment and materials in the following categories were not provided in sufficient quantities for children in the Big Infant classroom, as required: Art supplies (excludes infants) Manipulative materials and equipment Blocks Science-nature equipment (excludes infants) Language arts and auditory materials and equipment Pretend or dramatic play materials Music equipment Transportation materials and equipment Gross motor equipment Sensory motor equipmen.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of the rule.”
5180:2-12-17 Materials and Equipment
“During the inspection, it was determined that equipment, materials and furnishings provided for indoor and outdoor play did not meet the requirement of the rule.The following was observed: Play materials were not arranged in an orderly manner so that children have opportunities to select, remove and replace play materials with minimal assistance during the day in the PS/SA classroom.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of the rule.”
5180:2-12-17 Daily Schedule
“During the inspection, it was determined that the Big Infant classroom did not have a well-balanced program.The following was observed: The classrooms did not provide activities to promote the childrens physical, social emotional, cognitive and language development..A well-balanced program of activities suitable to the developmental levels and abilities of each child in care shall be implemented on a daily basis. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of the rule.”
5180:2-12-16 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs emergency preparedness and response plan (EPRP) did not meet the requirement or was missing the information.The following was observed as missing: Medical or dental emergencies, including emergency transportation Make the necessary revisions to the EPRP. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the revised information, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-07 Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements
“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 individual's schedule was not current. 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.”
5180:2-12-02 Current Information
“During the inspection, it was determined that information was not up to date in the Ohio statewide licensing system.The following information was not current: Days and hours of operationSubmit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
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 7 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.3. 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.”
5180:2-12-18 Ratio
“During the inspection, a ratio of 1 child care staff member(s) for 7 children was determined to have occurred for the Big Infant group when the situation in number 1 below occurred:1. A child care staff member stepped out of the room.2.A child care staff member had not arrived at work on time.3.Children were present who were not scheduled to be there.4.A child care staff member was unable to work.5.A child was injured in that group.6.A child arrived in the group before a second staff member was scheduled to arrive with the group.7.Two groups were combined, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group.8.A child was transitioning to the next older age group, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group.9. Ratio was doubled for more than two hours while children were napping.10. Ratio was doubled while children were napping for a group that included at least one infant.11. Ratio was doubled while children were napping and there were not enough staff members in the building to meet staff/child ratio.12. Ratio was doubled in the school age group to allow access to the program, however, the program does not serve only school age children.13. Both child care staff members did not have a working communication device when one staff member left the group to allow access to the school age only program.14. The child care staff member did not return to the group after allowing access to the school age only program.15.Other [ ].Additional child care staff members must be hired or current child care staff members must be rescheduled to maintain compliance. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-18 Attendance Records
“During the inspection, it was determined that the method for tracking children in each group did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in numbers 4 and 5 below:1. There was no method in place;2. The method did not include each child's name;3. The method did not include each child's date of birth;4. The tracking method did not remain with the group at all times;5. The tracking method was not updated throughout the day as children entered or left the group.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-25 Medication Administration
“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirement(s) for administering a medication or medical food or a prescription topical product to a child as noted in number 19 below:1. The JFS 01217 Request for Administration of Medication for Child Care was not on file for a medication, medical food, or prescription topical product that was not required by a JFS 1236 \"\"Child Medical/Physical Care Plan for Child Care\"\".2. The childs name was missing on the JFS 01217.3. The childs date of birth was missing on the JFS 01217 and was needed to determine the correct dosage.4. The childs weight was missing on the JFS 01217 and was needed to determine the correct dosage.5. The name of the medication was missing on the JFS 01217.6. The exact dose was missing on the JFS 01217.7. The time to administer was missing on the JFS 01217.8. The time period to administer was missing on the JFS 01217.9. The medication's expiration date was missing on the JFS 01217.10. The Parent/Guardians dated signature was missing on the JFS 01217.11. Physician instructions were missing on the JFS 01217.12. Possible side effects were missing on the JFS 01217.13. Physicians dated signature was missing on the JFS 01217.14. Physicians phone number was missing on the JFS 01217.15. Date medication was administered was missing on the JFS 01217.16. Time medication was administered was missing on the JFS 01217.17. Dosage administered was missing on the JFS 01217.18. Staff members signature was missing on the JFS 01217.19. A prescription label was not attached to the prescription medication.20. The medication or product, [ ], was not brought to the program in its original container.21. Parent instructions conflict with either the manufacturer or physician instructions.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the completed JFS 01217 for each child needed, verification that the prescription label is now attached, and/or verification that the medication or product is now in its original container, and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-23 Infant Bottle and Food Preparation
“During the inspection, it was determined that bottles containing formula for a particular infant were not labeled with the childs name and date of preparation. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-22 Fluid Milk Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that required documentation for substitutions for fluid milk was not on file as noted in number 3 below:1. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physicians assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when infants up to 12 months of age are served anything other than formula or breast milk.2. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physicians assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when infants and toddlers 12 months of age up to 24 months of age are served anything other than unflavored whole homogenized vitamin D fortified cow's milk, breast milk, or non-cow milk substitution that is nutritionally equivalent to milk.3. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physicians assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when toddlers and children 24 months of age and older are served anything other than unflavored one per cent 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 for children 12 months of age and older.5. The program did not have the type of milk on-site to ensure that all children were served age-appropriate fluid milk.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-22 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 2 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 programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-18 Attendance Records
“During the inspection, it was determined that the method for tracking children in each group did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in numbers 3,4,5 below:1. There was no method in place;2. The method did not include each child's name;3. The method did not include each child's date of birth;4. The tracking method did not remain with the group at all times;5. The tracking method was not updated throughout the day as children entered or left the group.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-13 Handwashing Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that handwashing requirements were not followed as listed in number 12 below, as required in rule.1. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands upon arrival for the day.2. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands prior to departure.3. At least one staff did not wash their hands upon entry into a classroom.4. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after toileting or assisting a child with toileting.5. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after each diaper change or pull-up change.6. At least one staff did not wash their hands after contact with bodily fluids or cleaning up spills or objects contaminated with bodily fluids.7. At least one child did not wash their hands after contact with bodily fluids.8. At least one child did not wash their hands after returning inside after outdoor play.9. At least one staff did not wash their hands after cleaning or sanitizing or using any chemical products.10. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after handling pets, pet cages or other pet objects that have come in contact with the pet.11. At least one staff did not wash their hands before eating, serving or preparing food or bottles or feeding a child.12. At least one child did not wash their hands before eating or assisting with food preparation.13. At least one staff did not wash their hands before and after completing a medical procedure or administering medication.14. At least one child did not wash their hands after water activities.15. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands when visibly soiled (must use soap and water).16. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-12 Safe Equipment
“During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe, hazardous to children, or in need of repair as noted in number 2 below: 1. Manufacturer's guidelines for the [ ] were not followed in that [ ]. 2. The straps were missing on the toddler table seats.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 touch14. A space heater felt hot to the touch15. The position of a space heater was a tripping hazard16. 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, or inflatable equipment used for climbing and bouncing was used. 18. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-11 Outdoor Space Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that quarterly inspections of one or more outdoor play area(s) and equipment had not been completed and documented as required, using the JFS 01281 Child Care Playground Inspection Report form. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-20 Cribs
“During the inspection, it was determined the mattress support was not maintained at the lowest position for all cribs when in use, as required. Except when infants are being placed in cribs, removed from cribs, or being soothed, the sides should remain in the highest position. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance.Submit a statement verifying mattress supports are in the lowest position.”
5180:2-12-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan for Child Care were not followed as noted in number 1, 2 below:1. The plan was not posted in each classroom.2. The plan was not posted in other spaces used by children. 3. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.4. The location of first aid kit, fire extinguishers and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.5. The telephone number for emergency squad, fire department, hospital, poison control program, public children services agency, local health department, local emergency management agency, and police department were not complete.6. Location of childrens records was not complete.7. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed in the event of an evacuation was not complete. 8. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.9. The plan was not implemented when necessary in that [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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 9 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. Submit a statement verifying corrective action taken (either adding unexpired tooth saving system or a note verifying location of chilled milk)”
5180:2-12-11 Outdoor Play Fall Zones
“During the inspection, it was determined that the playground did not have adequate fall surface under and around equipment as noted in number 1 below: 1. No fall surface2. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall3. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall that extended the length of the required fall zone 4. Other [ ] With any equipment designed for climbing, swinging, bouncing, or sliding, resilient material, as specified in Appendix A, needs to be added 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.”
5180:2-12-11 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 4 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.”
5180:2-12-08 Medical Statement
“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 1 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 employees 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 programs 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.”
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Toledo, OH 43615 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
7115 W Bancroft St, Toledo, OH
Toledo, OH 43615 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Toledo, OH 43615 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Toledo, OH 43615 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Toledo, OH 43615 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Toledo, OH 43615 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed January 9, 2026.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with 18 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 5 of 5 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.
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(567) 408-0803.
5359 Dorr St, Toledo, OH 43615. The nearest other daycare we list is Rosie's Daycare, 0.3 miles away.