Zion Education Center
602 Roemer Blvd, Farrell, PA
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Latonya Franklin is a licensed home daycare in Youngstown, Ohio. The state has licensed it since January 1, 2014.
It is open every day, 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM |
| SundayToday | 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM |
Programs
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
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Cost
Latonya Franklin has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Mahoning County has a median price of $170 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 6 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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5180:2-13-11 Outdoor Space
“During the inspection, it was determined that an area was used which was not protected from traffic and other hazards by a continuous fence in good condition, or natural barrier, that ensured children were not able to leave the playground area. The fence or natural barrier was determined to present an immediate risk for a child to be able to leave the playground as noted in number [1 ] below:1. The fence, natural barrier, or combination of fence and natural barrier was not continuous.2. The fencing had missing slat boards through which children could leave the playground.3. The gate was broken and did not close.4. The latch on the gate was broken.5. The gate had no latch.6. The fencing was broken.7. The latch was easily opened by children on the playground.8. The latch was not engaged to prevent children from opening the gate.9. The portable fencing approved for use by the Department was not being used. 10. Other [ ]. Discontinue use of the playground and provide a space for outdoor play which is well defined by a continuous fence or natural barrier and protected from other hazards. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-07 Provider Responsibilities
“During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not [obtain or maintain the required liability insurance/have a completed JFS 01933 \"Liability Insurance Statement for Family Child Care Providers\" completed for each child in care]. Correct the violation and submit proof of insurance with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
5180:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records
“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number(s) [ 5 ] below:1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .”
5101:2-13-09 Background Checks
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that a resident of the home turned 18 years of age moved into the home and background checks were not requested within 10 business days. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the resident's JFS 01176, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-13-09 Background Checks
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that a resident of the home turned 18 years of age moved into the home and background checks were not requested within 10 business days. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the resident's JFS 01176, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records
“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number two below:1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .”
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 four below, the Providers son Anthony's 1176 was expired.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.”
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FAQ
Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed January 1, 2014.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 93% of Ohio daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 13. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
Every day, 9:00 AM to 10:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (234) 855-5111 to ask.
(234) 855-5111.
Youngstown, OH 44515. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.