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Harmonized Childcare

Akron, OH 44320 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families5.0· 3 reviews
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$200
year first licensed
2025

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About Harmonized Childcare

Harmonized Childcare is a licensed home daycare in Akron, Ohio. The state has licensed it since July 7, 2025.

It is open Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.

Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 52 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Home daycare
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Hours today
Open 24 hours
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Hours

Hours

MondayTodayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

SettingFamily child care homeFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Harmonized Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Summit County has a median price of $200 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

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Summit County medians, full time, per week

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 Harmonized Childcare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Type B Family Child Care Home
First licensed
2025
License number
#2240030757
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 13, 2026: 20 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 52 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 22
  • Health, medication and illness 8
  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Building, equipment and play areas 6
  • Discipline and child guidance 4
  • Transportation 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 1

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. Aug 13, 2026Inspection20 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the posted weather and fire alert plan did not meet the requirements in rule.The following was observed: A weather and fire alert plan in each space used by the children. The plan shall include a diagram indicating evacuation routes and any instructions needed to safely evacuate.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined that emergency phone numbers were not posted, readily in view in spaces used by the children.The following was observed: The emergency phone numbers were not posted. Phone numbers are to include the seven digit backup number as well as the area code if the area code must be used to complete the call and include the following:(a) Emergency squad.(b) Hospital.(c) Police department.(d) Fire department.(e) Poison control.(f) Public children's services agency (PCSA).(g) Local health department.(h) Local emergency management agency (EMA).Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      5180:2-13-15 Child Immunization Records

      “In review of of the children's records, it was determined that immunization records were not on file, as required. The following was observed: An enrolled child childs immunization record was not on file Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule..”
    • Health, medication and illness

      5180:2-13-15 Child Immunization Records

      “In review of of the children's records, it was determined that immunization records were not on file, as required. The following was observed: An enrolled child's immunization record was not on file at the program. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule..”
    • Transportation

      5180:2-13-14 Requirements for Field and Routine Trips

      “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: No mode of transporation on routine field trip permission forms.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Transportation

      5180:2-13-14 Requirements for Field and Routine Trips

      “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: No mode of transportation on the routine field trip permission forms. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 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: Hanging cords, purse, diaper bag, helium tank, wipes and febreeze. 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 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: Hanging cords, accessible purse, diaper bag, helium tank, wipes and febreeze. 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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-18 Attendance

      “During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record. The following was observed: No attendance record since July 24Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-18 Attendance

      “During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record. The following was observed: No attendance record since July 24. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5180:2-13-17 Materials and Equipment

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the provider did not have designated storage areas for children's personal belongings, in that there was area no designated area where children can individually store their personal belongings. This area shall not block walkways or evacuation routes. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5180:2-13-17 Programming

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the classroom did not have a well-balanced program.The following was observed: The program did not provide opportunities for both quiet and active play suitable to the developmental levels and abilities of each child in care. Provide activities to promote the children's physical, social-emotional, cognitive and language development, opportunities for periods of child initiated activities such as, imaginative play, language development and creative activities, provide developmentally appropriate play materials to be used as part of the daily schedule. These materials shall be readily accessible and arranged in an orderly manner so that children have opportunities to select, remove and replace play materials with minimal assistance during the day. The provider did not have materials from each category in appendix A to this rule for infants, toddlers and preschool-age children.Designate an area where children can individually store their personal belongings. This area shall not block walkways or evacuation routes.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.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5180:2-13-17 Programming

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the classroom(s) did not have a well-balanced program.The following was observed: The program did not provide opportunities for both quiet and active play suitable to the developmental levels and abilities of each child in care. Provide activities to promote the children's physical, social-emotional, cognitive and language development, opportunities for periods of child initiated activities such as, imaginative play, language development and creative activities, provide developmentally appropriate play materials to be used as part of the daily schedule. These materials shall be readily accessible and arranged in an orderly manner so that children have opportunities to select, remove and replace play materials with minimal assistance during the day. The provider did not have materials from each category in appendix A to this rule for infants, toddlers and preschool-age children.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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5180:2-13-17 Materials and Equipment

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined that emergency phone numbers were not posted, readily in view in spaces used by the children.The following was observed: The emergency phone numbers were not posted. Phone numbers are to include the seven digit backup number as well as the area code if area code must be dialed to complete the call and include the following emergency numbers:(a) Emergency squad.(b) Hospital.(c) Police department.(d) Fire department.(e) Poison control.(f) Public children's services agency (PCSA).(g) Local health department.(h) Local emergency management agency (EMA).Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Emergency Drills

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed. The following was observed as incomplete: Monthly fire drills at varying times. Monthly weather emergency drills in the months March through September and emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year. Written documentation of these drills shall be kept on-site. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the posted weather and fire alert plan did not meet the requirements in rule.The following was observed: A weather and fire alert plan in each space used by the children. The plan shall include a diagram indicating evacuation routes and any instructions needed to safely evacuate. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Emergency Drills

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed. The following was observed as incomplete: Conduct monthly fire drills at varying times. Conduct monthly weather emergency drills in the months March through September and conduct emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year. Written documentation of these drills shall be kept on-site. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored where children present had access. The potentially hazardous substance or item that posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children.The following was observed [ ]. 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored where children present had access. The potentially hazardous substance or item that posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children.The following was observed Aerosol accessible in area where childcare is provided. 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.”
  2. Apr 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 22, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5180:2-13-17 Programming

      “During the inspection, it was determined the daily schedule was not posted in the program. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Health, medication and illness

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

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not have a first aid kit [onsite/ on the vehicle/ on a field trip] as required, that included all items listed in the appendix A of the rule. The kit(s) were missing the item(s) or the item(s) were not replaced after use and/or expired listed in number(s) 5, 6, 7, 8 and 13 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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5180:2-13-13 Clean environment and equipment

      “During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in the following number(s) 3 below, were in the main restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet tissue.3. There were no individually assigned towels or disposable towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet was not flushed.7. The trash was not emptied from the day before.8. There was a strong urine odor.9. Other [ ].The restroom(s) must be kept sanitary at all times. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 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 that children were not protected from the following item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number(s) 1 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.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. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5180:2-13-11 Outdoor Space

      “During this inspection, it was determined that children were not provided access to a bathroom/drinking water during outdoor play, as required by this rule. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  4. Oct 24, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      5180:2-13-22 Meals and Snacks

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 1 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 \"Medical, Dental and General Emergency Plan\" were not followed as noted in number 1 below:1. The plan was not posted on each level of the home used for child care.2. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.3. The location of the first aid kit, fire extinguisher and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.4. 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.5. Location of children's records was not complete.6. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed i the event of an evacuation was not complete.7. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.8. 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the following information was not posted for item numbers 1 & 3 below:1. Fire alert plan, including a diagram indicating evacuation routes.2. Weather alert plan was missing details for [ ]. 3. Weather alert plan was missing a diagram indicating evacuation routes. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      5180:2-13-16 Communicable Diseases

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the Ohio Communicable Disease Chart was not posted as required , as indicated in the number 2 below:1. In a location readily available to provider, child care staff members, employees, and residents;2. The chart was not posted.3. The posted chart was not the current version and the Child Care Manual Procedural Letter No. 159 was not posted next to the chart.4. The posted chart was not displayed in the size available in the ODJFS forms central to be easily read.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the JFS 01201 \"Dental First Aid\" was not posted. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the 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 number 1 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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      5180:2-13-13 Smoke Free

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the program was not maintaining a smoke free environment, as noted in the number 3 below: 1. The program did not provide a smoke free environment for children during the hours of child care in that [ ].2. An individual left the home to smoke, however, this smoking occurred in an area within view of the children.3. A \"No Smoking\" sign was not displayed in a conspicuous place at the main entrance.4. Smoking had occurred in the program or vehicle during hours the program was not in operation; however, parents had not been given written notice of this. 5. Children had access and/or were exposed to smoking paraphernalia in that [cigarettes/cigars/pipe butts/ashes/chewing or smokeless tobacco/electronic cigarettes/vaporizers/bong] was/were observed in view of children.6. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, cleaning and sanitizing equipment and supplies were not used or stored properly as noted in number 3 & 15 below: 1. Cosmetics were accessible to children in the [ ] area.2. Disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in the [ ] area.3. Fish food was accessible to children in the living room area.4. Hand lotion was accessible to children in the [ ] area.5. Hand sanitizer (for children under 24 months) was accessible to children in the [ ] area.6. Laundry detergent was accessible to children in the [ ] area.7. Powder dish washing soap was accessible to children in the [ ] area.8. Paint cans were accessible to children in the [ ] area.9. White out was accessible to children in the [ ] area.10. Potting Soil was accessible to children in the [ ] area.11. Other potentially hazardous substance [ ] was accessible to children in the [ ] area.12. Cleaning/sanitizing supplies had not been clearly labeled.13. School-age children were using cleaning supplies, agents and/or equipment without adult supervision.14. A spray aerosol was used in the [ ] group while children were in attendance. 15. Other: Plyers were accessible in the living room.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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-02 License Visible

      “During the inspection, it was determined the providers license was not in a location visible to parents, as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  5. Nov 8, 2024Visit18 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5101:2-13-16 First Aid Kit / Standard Precautions

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not have a first aid kit onsite as required, that included all items listed in the appendix A of the rule. The kit(s) were missing the item(s) or the item(s) were not replaced after use and/or expired listed in number(s) 4,5,6,7,8,& 14 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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5101:2-13-13 Clean environment and equipment

      “During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in the following number(s) 3 & 4 below, were in the children's restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet tissue.3. There were no individually assigned towels or disposable towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet was not flushed.7. The trash was not emptied from the day before.8. There was a strong urine odor.9. Other [ ].The restroom(s) must be kept sanitary at all times. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      5101:2-13-13 Smoke Free

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the program was not maintaining a smoke free environment, as noted in the number below: 31. The program did not provide a smoke free environment for children during the hours of child care in that [ ].2. An individual left the home to smoke, however, this smoking occurred in an area within view of the children.3. A \"No Smoking\" sign was not displayed in a conspicuous place at the main entrance.4. Smoking had occurred in the program or vehicle during hours the program was not in operation; however, parents had not been given written notice of this. 5. Children had access and/or were exposed to smoking paraphernalia in that [cigarettes/cigars/pipe butts/ashes/chewing or smokeless tobacco/electronic cigarettes/vaporizers/bong] was/were observed in view of children.6. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, cleaning and sanitizing equipment and supplies were not used or stored properly as noted in number(s) 8 ,11, &15 below: 1. Cosmetics were accessible to children in the [ ] area.2. Disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in the [ ] area.3. Fish food was accessible to children in the [ ] area.4. Hand lotion was accessible to children in the [ ] area.5. Hand sanitizer (for children under 24 months) was accessible to children in the [ ] area.6. Laundry detergent was accessible to children in the [ ] area.7. Powder dish washing soap was accessible to children in the [ ] area.8. Paint cans were accessible to children in the living room area.9. White out was accessible to children in the [ ] area.10. Potting Soil was accessible to children in the [ ] area.11. Other potentially hazardous substance Lysol disinfecting spray (aerosol) was accessible to children in the living room area.12. Cleaning/sanitizing supplies had not been clearly labeled.13. School-age children were using cleaning supplies, agents and/or equipment without adult supervision.14. A spray aerosol was used in the [ ] group while children were in attendance. 15. Other: perfume & aerosol cologne.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

      5101:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored in a space used for child care during the program's hours of operation, but no children were present, as noted in number 5 below:1. A lawn mower. 2. A weed trimmer.3. Hedge trimmers. 4. A snow blower. 5. Other potentially hazardous substance, equipment or machinery: Drill with bit and battery on, and exacto knife. 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 to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-12 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 that children were not protected from the following item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number(s) 1,3,5,8,& 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.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. Other shoe cleaner/conditioner, loose wires, loose screws, screw driver, small air pump.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this 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 training(s) listed in number(s) 2,5,11,&15 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.”
    • Background checks

      5101:2-13-09 Background Checks

      “In review of the staff records, it was determined that background checks did not meet the requirements of the rule for the person(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart as noted in number 1 below:1. The request for a background check for child care was not submitted in the OPR.2. The fingerprints were not submitted electronically according to the process established by BCI.3. The individual(s) had engaged in assigned duties or were near children and preliminary approval from ODJFS was not on file.4. Background checks were not updated every five years. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176, or a copy of the preliminary approval or a statement that the individual(s) are no longer engaged in assigned duties and are not near children until the preliminary approval has been received, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • 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 1 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.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5101:2-13-17 Programming

      “During the inspection, it was determined the daily schedule was not posted. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5101:2-13-17 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 only classroom, as required: 1,3,4,6,7,8,9,&10. 1. Art supplies (excludes infants)2. Manipulative materials and equipment3. Blocks4. Science-nature equipment (excludes infants)5. Language arts and auditory materials and equipment6. Pretend or dramatic play materials7. Music equipment8. Transportation materials and equipment9. Gross motor equipment10. Sensory motor equipment11. School age children were not provided sufficient equipment and materials in at least five of the first nine categories above.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 \"Medical, Dental and General Emergency Plan\" were not followed as noted in number 1 below:1. The plan was not posted on each level of the home used for child care.2. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.3. The location of the first aid kit, fire extinguisher and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.4. 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.5. Location of children's records was not complete.6. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed i the event of an evacuation was not complete.7. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.8. 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the following information was not posted for item number(s) 1&3 below:1. Fire alert plan, including a diagram indicating evacuation routes.2. Weather alert plan was missing details for [ ]. 3. Weather alert plan was missing a diagram indicating evacuation routes. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      5101:2-13-16 Communicable Diseases

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the Ohio Communicable Disease Chart was not posted as required , as indicated in the number 2 below:1. In a location readily available to provider, child care staff members, employees, and residents;2. The chart was not posted.3. The posted chart was not the current version and the Child Care Manual Procedural Letter No. 159 was not posted next to the chart.4. The posted chart was not displayed in the size available in the ODJFS forms central to be easily read.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan

      “During the inspection, it was determined the JFS 01201 \"Dental First Aid\" was not completed or posted. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-16 Emergency Drills

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item number(s) 1,2,& 3 below:1. Monthly fire drills2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September)3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5101:2-13-07 Staff Records

      “During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in number(s) 1,2,& 9 below: 1. The provider had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR.2. The provider had not created or updated the program's organizational dashboard in the OPR.3. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR. 4. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created an employment record in the OPR for the program on or before the first day of employment, including date of hire.5. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles in the OPR within five calendar days of the change.6. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's scheduled days and hours changed.7. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's group assignments changed, if applicable.8. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated with the employment end date within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member ended employment.9. At least one resident over the age of eighteen had not created a profile and employment record for the family child care provider within five days of becoming a resident or turning eighteen.10. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five calendar days of a change in residency for at least one resident over the age of eighteen.11.Other: [] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5101:2-13-07 Staff Records

      “During the inspection, it was determined that documentation was not on file at the program to meet the requirements of this rule for the employee(s) and/or child care staff members, as noted on the Employee Record Chart. Submit the programs corrective action plan 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 Harmonized Childcare licensed?

Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed July 7, 2025.

When was Harmonized Childcare last inspected?

Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on August 13, 2026, with 20 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Harmonized Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 52 rules across 4 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.

What are Harmonized Childcare's hours?

Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Harmonized Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (330) 327-1357 to ask.

What is Harmonized Childcare's phone number?

(330) 327-1357.

Where is Harmonized Childcare?

Akron, OH 44320. 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).