The Learning Experience - Pickerington
658 Commerce Dr, Pickerington, OH
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Leola's Ark Enrichment is a licensed home daycare in Pickerington, Ohio. The state has licensed it since February 13, 2025.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Leola's Ark Enrichment has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Fairfield County has a median price of $200 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 18 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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5180:2-13-15 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 numbers 10 and 16 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 - parent indicated a 1236 was needed, but was not on file.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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 the program did not protect children from an unsafe item or condition or equipment due to the following number 2 below: 1. Pull cord(s) on the window blind(s). 2. Extension cords; electrical cords attached to an object that could result in a severe injury if pulled.3. Stacked tables. 4. Folding tables. 5. Matches and/or a lighter. 6. Power tool(s). 7. Live wires. 8. Stove(s) that are either on or able to be turned on by a child. 9. Asbestos. 10. Traffic. 11. A body of water. 12. A well. 13. Environmental hazard(s) confirmed by local authorities having jurisdiction over the hazard.14. A crockpot used to heat bottles. 15. Immediate access to a knife. 16. Large or heavy pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 17. Marijuana was accessible to children.18. Other [ ]. Any hazardous equipment must be removed, replaced, or repaired and any hazardous condition must be corrected and must be made inaccessible to children.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the item or condition has been removed and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-11 Outdoor Space
“During the inspection, it was determined that the following hazardous conditions existed in the outdoor play area, as noted in number 15 below: 1. There was broken glass.2. There were tall weeds.3. There was poison ivy.4. There were tree branches.5. There was mold visible.6. The sandbox was contaminated.7. There were thistles with prickers.8. There were bird droppings.9. The outdoor area was littered with trash.10. The trash can was missing a lid.11. The trash was not emptied from the day(s) before.12. The trash can was overflowing with trash.13. The trash can was infested with insects.14. The trash can was visibly dirty.15. Other - dog feces.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
5180:2-13-10 Professional Development
“In review of records, it was determined the Child Care Staff Member indicated on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the annual professional development requirement as noted in number 1.1. The child care staff member had not completed at least six hours of professional development.2. Documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule. 3. Training topic did not meet the requirements listed in appendix A of this rule. 4. Documentation of training did not meet the requirements of this rule. 5. The substitute(s) had been used more than ninety days annually between July first and June thirtieth and had not completed at least six hours of professional development.6. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-08 Employee Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statements for those individuals listed on the Employee Record Chart did not include the required information listed below in number 1. 1. A medical statement was not on file;2. The medical statement(s) on file were not dated within 12 months of the individual's 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 individual 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); Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed medical statement, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-17 Programming
“During the inspection, it was determined the posted daily schedule was not displaying the correct hours in the program. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
5180:2-13-13 Clean environment and equipment
“During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in the following numbers 4 and 5 below, were in the childcare 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.”
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 or condition which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number 1 and 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 - adult scissors accessible in office desk and children scissors accessible in craft drawers .Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-12 Safe Equipment
“During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe, hazardous to children, or in need of repair as noted in numbers 16 and 18 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 [ ]. 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, inflatable equipment used for climbing and bouncing was used. 18. Other - utility meter had exposed wires.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-11 Fall Zone
“During the inspection, it was determined the fall zone under and around equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as noted in number 3 below:1. The fall surface material had not been properly distributed, turned over or raked as needed.2. The fall surface material was not being used according to manufacturer's guidelines for its use as a fall surface. 3. Other - the fall surface was not large enough to cover entire area. The program is required to provide adequate fall zones under and around outdoor play equipment at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-07 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 11 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: - ERC listed Resident as Substitute and this is incorrect informationSubmit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-04 Fire Safety for Type B Homes
“During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working smoke alarm in the basement in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. A working smoke alarm must be placed, installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule.”
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 numbers 3, 4, 5 and 6 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.”
5180:2-13-12 Pets
“During the inspection, it was determined pets at the program were not properly housed or cared for or posed a threat to the safety or health of the children as noted in number 5 below: 1. The animals cage was dirty with feces.2. The aquarium was unclean.3. The litter box was dirty with feces.4. A pet posed a threat to the safety of a child in that [ ].5. A pet requiring a license did not have a current license.6. Proper inoculation records were not on file at the program for a pet requiring inoculations.7. Children were exposed to the pet's urine and/or feces.8. Other [ ].A pet that poses a threat to the children shall not be at the program. All pets at the program must receive proper care and housing. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-12 Safe Equipment
“During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe as noted in numbers 16 and 18 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 [ ]. 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, inflatable equipment used for climbing and bouncing was used. 18. Chairs were stacked in each other and on the table that is in the backyard.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment
“During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 140 degrees in the bathroom. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
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 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 [ ] 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. Shampoo in reach in the bathtub area of the program bathroom.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.”
5101:2-13-12 Safe Environment
“During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 130 in the following room, program bathroom. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
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Pickerington, OH 43147 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Pickerington, OH 43147 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Pickerington, OH 43147 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Pickerington, OH 43147 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Pickerington, OH 43147 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 13, 2025.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 5 of 6 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.
Its hours are not listed. Call (614) 636-8940 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (614) 636-8940 to ask.
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Pickerington, OH 43147. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.