Creative Beginnings Day Care
41 Lakehurst Dr, Eastlake, OH
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Mohaba Leaders Child Care Academy is a licensed child care center in Willowick, Ohio. The state has licensed it since September 10, 2025.
It is open Saturday to Sunday, 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | Not listed |
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| Tuesday | Not listed |
| Wednesday | Not listed |
| Thursday | Not listed |
| Friday | Not listed |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
| SundayToday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
Cost
Mohaba Leaders Child Care Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Lake County has a median price of $295 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 2 visits · 11 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
“During the inspection, it was determined that sheets, mattresses and/or mattress covers did not meet the rule requirement as noted in number(s) 1, 5 below:1. At least one crib did not have a sheet.2.At least one sheet was too large.3.At least one sheet was too small.4.At least one sheet was torn.5.The mattress was not at least one and one-half inches thick.6.The mattress was not firm. 7.There was space between the mattress and the sides and end panels of the crib which exceeded one and one-half inches. 8.The mattress cover was not waterproof.9.The mattress cover was torn.10. Other: [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-17 Daily Schedule
“During the inspection, it was determined that a copy of the daily program schedule was not posted in the each classroom as required. 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.”
5180:2-12-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan for Child Care were not followed as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. The plan was not posted in each classroom.2. The plan was not posted in other spaces used by children. 3. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.4. The location of first aid kit, fire extinguishers and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.5. 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.6. Location of childrens records was not complete.7. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed in the event of an evacuation was not complete. 8. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.9. 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.”
5180:2-12-16 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined that the following information was not posted for item number(s) 1, 2, 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.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 an outdoor play area was used which was not protected from traffic and other hazards by a fence in good repair, or other barrier. Although the fence or natural barrier was not meeting the rule requirements, it was determined to not present an immediate risk for a child to be able to leave the playground. The fence or gate was not in good repair and/or being used inappropriately as noted in number(s) 1, 10 below: 1. The fencing had missing slat boards.2. The fencing was broken.3. The fencing was loose.4. The fencing was rotting.5. The gate was broken and did not close.6. The gate was locked.7. The latch on the gate was broken.8. The latch was easily opened by children on the playground.9. The latch was not engaged to prevent children from opening the gate.10. The gate had no latch. 11. There were bolts with more than two threads exposed along a fence line or gate on a playground.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 a shaded area was needed and had not been provided in the outdoor play area to protect children from prolonged exposure to the sun. 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.”
5180:2-12-11 Outdoor Play Equipment
“During the inspection, it was determined that outdoor play equipment was unsafe or not used as intended as noted in number(s) 5, 10, 20 below:1. There was rust exposed.2. There were 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. There was chipped and/or peeling paint.11. The sandbox was not covered when the program was closed or during non-daylight hours. 12. Outdoor equipment, [ ] was not developmentally appropriate.13. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was placed in the main traffic pattern.14. 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.15. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was not securely anchored but did not present a risk of imminent danger of the structure collapsing when children are using the equipment16. 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.17. The manufacturer's guidelines for assembly and installation were not followed for the [ ].18. Functionally linked equipment was used by preschool-age children and the distance between two adjacent pieces of equipment exceeded 12 inches.19. Functionally linked equipment was used by school-age children and the distance between two adjacent pieces of equipment exceeded 18 inches.20. Other- hanging wires. 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 the outdoor play space was not free of trash or foreign objects as noted in number(s) 8 below:1. The outdoor area was littered with trash.2. The trash can was missing a lid. 3. The trash can was not emptied from the day(s) before. 4. The trash can was overflowing with trash.5. The trash can was infested with insects.6. The trash can was visibly dirty.7. There was broken glass. 8. There were tall weeds. 9. There was poison ivy. 10. There were tree branches. 11. There was mold visible. 12. There were thistles with prickers. 13. There were bird droppings. 14. The sandbox was contaminated.15. Other. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-21 Evening and Overnight Care
“During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not provide a written security plan that ensures that access to the program is limited to parents and guardians of children in care and authorized persons. The plan shall ensure that children are supervised at all times during the limited access hours. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the written security plan, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-09 Background Check Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that background check requirements had not been followed, for the individual(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as noted in number(s) 2 below:1. The JFS 01177 \"Individual Notification of Background Check Review for Child Care\" was on file instead of the JFS 01176.2. The JFS 01176 on file was for a different program.Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the correct form is now on file, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-12-04 Food Service Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that a copy of the off-site food processing establishment's current Ohio Department of Agriculture registration was not on file at the program. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the current registration, 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 10, 2025.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on July 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 1 of 2 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.
Saturday to Sunday, 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (440) 944-8687 to ask.
(440) 944-8687.
29250 Lakeshore Blvd, Willowick, OH 44095. The nearest other daycare we list is Leaders of the Future Childcare Center, under 0.1 miles away.