The Goddard School of Wadsworth
284 Park Center Dr, Wadsworth, OH
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Lona Renee Busic is a licensed group home daycare in Rittman, Ohio. The state has licensed it since September 29, 2023.
It is open Monday to Thursday, 6:30 AM to 11:30 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 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | Not listed |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
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Cost
Lona Renee Busic has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Wayne 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 Jul 30, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 9 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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5180:2-13-14 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: Permission slip needed to be renewed.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of 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 number(s) 2 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.”
5180:2-13-15 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(s) 9 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.”
5180:2-13-14 Requirements for Field and Routine Trips
“The following items need to be taken on routine trips and field trips:1. First aid supplies;2. JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health information (except routine walks);3. A working cellular phone or other means of immediate communication (not to be used while a vehicle is in motion).During the inspection, it was determined item number(s) 3 were missing/not updated. Submit the programs action plan to meet the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-11 Outdoor Equipment
“During the inspection, it was determined that outdoor play equipment was unsafe as noted in the number(s) 15 below: 1. There was rust exposed.2. There was protruding bolts. 3. There were cracks.4. There were holes.5. There was splintering wood.6. There were sharp edges or points.7. There were lead hazards.8. There were toxic substances.9. There were tripping hazards.10. The sandbox was not covered when the program was closed or during non-daylight hours. 11. Outdoor equipment, was not developmentally appropriate.12. Outdoor equipment, was placed in the main traffic pattern.13. Outdoor play equipment, was positioned too closely together, posing a risk of injury if a child were to fall from one piece of equipment into another.14. Outdoor equipment, was not securely anchored but did not present a risk of imminent danger of the structure collapsing when children are using the equipment15. Outdoor equipment, Teeter Totter , was 30 inches or more from the ground and did not have a protective barrier that would prevent a child from falling off this piece of equipment.16. The manufacturer's guidelines for assembly and installation were not followed for the .17. OtherSubmit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-23 Infant Daily Care
Corrected during the visit
5180:2-13-20 Crib and Playpen Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined an infant slept in equipment other than their crib or playpen and did not have written permission from a physician on file. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
5180:2-13-11 Outdoor Equipment
“During the inspection, it was determined that outdoor play equipment was unsafe as noted in the number(s) 3,5 below: 1. There was rust exposed.2. There was protruding bolts. 3. There were cracks.4. There were holes.5. There was splintering wood.6. There were sharp edges or points.7. There were lead hazards.8. There were toxic substances.9. There were tripping hazards.10. The sandbox was not covered when the program was closed or during non-daylight hours. 11. Outdoor equipment was not developmentally appropriate.12. Outdoor equipment was placed in the main traffic pattern.13. Outdoor play equipment was positioned too closely together, posing a risk of injury if a child were to fall from one piece of equipment into another.14. Outdoor equipment was not securely anchored but did not present a risk of imminent danger of the structure collapsing when children are using the equipment15. Outdoor equipment was 30 inches or more from the ground and did not have a protective barrier that would prevent a child from falling off this piece of equipment.16. The manufacturer's guidelines for assembly and installation were not followed for the.17. Other. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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) 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: Children has access to a unlocked front door with access to the street.Submit the programs corrective action plan 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 September 29, 2023.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 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.
Monday to Thursday, 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (216) 973-2751 to ask.
(216) 973-2751.
Rittman, OH 44270. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.