Beloved Hearts Enrichment Center
3655 Lee Rd, Shaker Heights, OH
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Growing Minds University is a licensed child care center in Garfield Heights, Ohio. The state has licensed it since December 26, 2025.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 43 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Cost
Growing Minds University has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cuyahoga 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 Aug 31, 2026: 13 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 43 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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5180:2-12-20 Cribs - Safe Environment and Practices
“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 programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this 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 for training childcare staff members and employees on the plan annually.The following was observed: not all staff signed off on disaster plan training.Submit 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: emergency transportation authorization, parent signature, administrator signatureSubmit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-14 Transportation and Field Trip Procedures
“In review of the program's records, it was determined that requirements for written permission from the parent/guardian for a field trip or routine trip were not met.The following was observed: The designation address was missing.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-08 Staff Immunization Records
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the immunization records for 4 of 8 employees, including child care staff members, did not meet the requirement. The following was observed: have documentation of MMR, DTAPSubmit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-08 Staff TB Screening Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the tuberculosis (TB) screening for 4 of 8 employees, including child care staff members, did not meet the requirement.The following was observed: TB 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.”
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: The center had not provided verification of education on or before the child-care staff member's first day of employment.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.”
5180:2-12-07 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: The center updated changes to positions or roles in the OPR within ten business days of a change. Submit the program's 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.”
5180:2-12-23 2026 Diapering and Toilet Training - Supplies
“During the inspection, it was determined the required supplies were not available for diaper changing .The following was observed: There was no germicidal solution for sanitizing.Submit the programs corrective action plan 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. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-07 Administrator Qualifications
“\"During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not have a qualified administrator named on the license. The following was observed: The center has not named a qualified Administrator since February of 2026.Submit additional documentation of education qualifications/experience as outlined in Appendix A of this rule, or a new individual must be appointed and documentation submitted. To name a new administrator, an administrator amendment must be submitted through the Ohio statewide licensing system. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes documents to support qualifications for the newly requested administrator, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.\"”
5180:2-12-03 Inspection Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 4/20/2026. The rule requires the program to complete and submit a corrective action plan in the Ohio statewide licensing system to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, 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(s) 3 below: 1. Manufacturer's guidelines for the [ ] were not followed in that [ ]. 2. The straps were missing on the [ ].3. The straps were attached, but were not used on the changing table, straps were covered.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 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.”
5180:2-12-10 Health Training Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined the program did not have at least one childcare staff member present/scheduled to be present during all hours of operation with currently valid documentation for the trainings listed in number 2 below:1. First Aid child care staff members scheduled during the hours of [ ] and [ ] had expired training 2. First Aid child care staff members scheduled during the hours of 730 and 930 did not have verification of completion of First Aid 3. First Aid trained child care staff member was not present in each building used by the program.4. CPR child care staff members scheduled during the hours of [ ] and [ ] had expired training 5. CPR child care staff scheduled during the hours of 730am and 9 30am had did not have verification of completion of CPR 6. CPR trained child care staff member was not present in each building used by children7. CPR training taken by staff was not appropriate for all ages and developmental levels of the children in care8. CPR - audiovisual or electronic media training taken by staff did not include an in-person component of the training 9. Communicable Disease child care staff members scheduled during the hours of [ ] and [ ] had expired training 10. Communicable Disease child care staff scheduled during the hours of [ ] and [ ] had not taken Communicable Disease training 11. Communicable Disease trained child care staff member was not present in each building used by the program 12. Child Abuse child care staff members scheduled during the hours of [ ] and [ ] had expired training 13. Child Abuse child care staff scheduled during the hours of [ ] and [ ] had not taken Child Abuse training 14. Child Abuse trained child care staff was not in each building used by the program Refer to the Employee Record Chart for specific details. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes verification of complete coverage for any training listed, 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 as noted in numbers 1 and 2 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.”
5180:2-12-08 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.”
5180:2-12-08 Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that childcare staff members did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training as noted in number 1 below:1. The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member.2. Documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016 was not on file.3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR.4. A child care staff member had sole responsibility of children and had not completed the online orientation.Submit the programs corrective action plan 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 as noted in number 1 below: 1. At least one administrator, employee or childcare staff member (including substitutes) had not created a profile.2. At least one administrator, employee or childcare 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.”
5180:2-12-07 Administrator Qualifications
“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not have a qualified administrator as noted in number 1 and 4 below: 1. There is no qualified administrator 2. The appointed administrator's CDA has expired 3. The appointed administrator's CPL no longer meets qualifications 4. Other: No one has access to OCLQS or OCCRRA.Submit additional documentation of education qualifications/experience as outlined in Appendix A of this rule, or a new individual must be appointed and documentation submitted. To name a new administrator, an administrator amendment must be submitted through the licensing system, OCLQS. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes documents to support qualifications for the newly requested administrator, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-22 Safe Food Handling / Storage
“During the inspection, it was determined that food was not stored in a safe manner as noted in number 2 below:1. The refrigerator did not maintain a temperature of 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below.2. Milk was not refrigerated for approximately 30 minutes after being served.3. Food was observed thawing on the counter.4. Spoiled food was served to children.5. 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.”
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. 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 required at this time.”
5180:2-12-19 Supervision
“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not being properly supervised as noted in number(s) 1 below: 1.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during indoor play. diaper changing times2.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during outdoor play.3.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member more than once. 4. Staff were not physically present in the space and near enough to respond and reach the child(ren) immediately. 5.Other: [ ]. Children must be supervised according to rule and within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member at all times. 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 the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in numbers 2 and 7 below:1. No attendance record was being maintained.2. The attendance record was not being consistently completed.3.The record did not include the name of at least one child.4. The record did not include the birth date of at least one child.5.The record did not include the assigned group.6.The record did not include the childs weekly schedule.7.The record did not include the time (hours and minutes) of each childs arrival and departure to the program, including transportation by the program.8. The original attendance record was not kept at the program for a period of one year.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-15 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) 4, 12, 13 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.”
5180:2-12-14 Transportation - Vehicle Requirements (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined information on the JFS 01230 \"Vehicle Inspection Report For Child Care Centers\" had not been completed in that the plate number was not included on the form. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes either discontinuing the use of the vehicle or a copy of the completed JFS 01230 Vehicle Inspection Report for Child Care Centers, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-14 Transportation and Field Trip Procedures
“In review of the program's records, it was determined that requirements for written permission from the parent/guardian for a field trip or routine trip were not met as listed in number 4 below: 1. Written parental permission was not secured for field trips and/or routine trips off the premises.2. The written permission was missing the childs name.3. The written permission was missing the date(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only).4. The written permission was missing the destination(s) of the trip(s).n oadresses5. The written permission was missing the departure and return time(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only).6. The written permission was missing the signature of the parent.7. The written permission was missing the date on which the permission was signed.8. The written permission was missing a statement notifying parents how their child will be transported.9. Permission forms for routine trips were not being updated annually.10. Written parental permission forms for field trips and/or routine trips were not being maintained on file for at least one year from the date of the trip.11. 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 required at this time.”
5180:2-12-13 Smoke Free Environment
“During the inspection, it was determined that a \"No Smoking\" sign was not displayed in a conspicuous place at the main entrance. 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 required at this time.”
5180:2-12-03 Inspection Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 1/8/2026The rule requires the program to complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-03 Inspection Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not provide a written or electronic notice of a serious risk noncompliance (SRNC), as noted in number(s) 1,3 below: 1. The written notice was not provided to all parents of enrolled children within fifteen business days of receipt of the noncompliance.2. The written notice was not provided to all parents of enrolled children within five business days of receipt of the decision of the finding being upheld following the request for review. 3. A copy of the written notice wasn't provided to ODJFS. 4. The written notice did not include a statement informing parents of the ODJFS web site and/or the location of further information regarding the SRNC. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the written parent notification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-19 Supervision (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined that the program failed to immediately notify their local public children services agency of suspicions that a child had been abused or neglected. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a description of action taken to assure that all staff are knowledgeable of their responsibilities, and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-19 Supervision (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not being properly supervised as noted in number(s) 1 below: 1.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during indoor play.2.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during outdoor play.3.A Child was not within both sight and hearing of a child-care staff member more than once. 4. Staff were not physically present in the space and near enough to respond and reach the child(ren) immediately. 5.Other: [ ]. Children must be supervised according to rule and within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member at all times. 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.”
5180:2-12-19 Supervision (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not supervised while outside the program as noted in number 5 below:1. Child(ren) left unattended outside the facility building. 2. Child(ren) left unattended outside the facility building more than once. 3. Child(ren) left unattended off the programs premises. 4. Child(ren) left unattended during a swimming activity.5. A Child was left unattended in a vehicle.6. Child(ren) left unattended inside the building and no adults were present in the building. 7. Other [ ]. Children must be supervised and within sight and hearing of a child care staff member at all times. Provide staff training. Rule 5180:2-12-03 requires the program to notify parents when a serious risk non-compliance is cited. The notification must inform parents of the serious risk non-compliance and include the Department of Children and Youth website and location of further information regarding the determination. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided and a copy of the written parent notification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-18 Ratio (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, a ratio of 1 child care staff member for 9 children was determined to have occurred for the combined groups of toddlers, preschool and school-agers when the situation in number 15 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: Three teachers either quit or were terminated on the same day leaving the center without sufficient staff.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.”
5180:2-12-16 Incident / Injury Reporting (closed - not addressed)
“In review of the records, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for completing a JFS 01299 Incident/Injury Report as noted in number 4 below: 1. The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child became ill or received an injury which required first aid treatment.2.The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child was transported to a source for emergency assistance.3. The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child received a bump or blow to the head.4. The JFS 01299 was not completed when an unusual or unexpected incident which jeopardized the safety of a child or employee of a program.5. The parent or a person picking up the child did not receive the JFS 01299 on the day of the incident.6. The program information (program name, number, address) was incomplete on the JFS 01299.7. Childs name was incomplete on the JFS 01299.8. Childs birthdate was incomplete on the JFS 01299.9. Name of person(s) responsible for the child at the time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.10. Number of children present in the group at the time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.11. Date and/or time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.12. Whether or not parents were contacted was incomplete on the JFS 01299.13. Complete summary of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.14. Accurate summary of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.15. Name and/or signature of the person completing the form was incomplete on the JFS 01299.16. The JFS 01299 was not kept on file at the program for at least one year.17. 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.”
5180:2-12-10 Health Training Requirements (closed - not addressed)
“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 numbers 1, 2 and 3 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.”
5180:2-12-07 Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that employment records were not maintained on file at the program for the current employees as well as for past employees who had left the program's employment in the past three years. 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.”
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5180:2-12-07 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 1, 2 and 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.”
5180:2-12-07 Administrator Qualifications (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not have a qualified administrator as noted in number 1 below: 1. There is no qualified administrator 2. The appointed administrator's CDA has expired 3. The appointed administrator's CPL no longer meets qualifications 4. Other [ ] Submit additional documentation of education qualifications/experience as outlined in Appendix A of this rule, or a new individual must be appointed and documentation submitted. To name a new administrator, an administrator amendment must be submitted through the licensing system, OCLQS. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes documents to support qualifications for the newly requested administrator, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-07 Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements (closed - not addressed)
“During the inspection, it was determined that required staff record documentation was not on file at the program, and was not verified in the OPR, for the employee(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart. The documentation was able to be verified as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. The information had been verified at the previous inspection.2. The information was provided from another location during the inspection.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 numbers 1 and 2 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.”
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 as noted in number 4 below:1. The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member.2. Documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016 was not on file.3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR.4. A child care staff member had sole responsibility of children and had not completed the online orientation.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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3655 Lee Rd, Shaker Heights, OH
5531 W 24th St, Parma, OH
Cleveland, OH 44105 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
7920 Garfield Blvd D, Garfield Heights, OH
8706 Garfield Blvd, Garfield Hts, OH
8315 Jeffries Ave, Cleveland, OH
4916 E 85th St, Garfield Heights, OH
4973 E 85th St, Garfield Heights, OH
8510 Force Ave, Cleveland, OH
FAQ
Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 26, 2025.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with 13 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 43 rules across 4 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 8:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (216) 291-7964 to ask.
(216) 291-7964.
7920 Garfield Blvd, Garfield Heights, OH 44125. The nearest other daycare we list is Tiny Town Academy Childcare, under 0.1 miles away.