Shine Nurture Center
5100 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH
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Papa Bear Academy is a licensed home daycare in Cincinnati, Ohio. The state has licensed it since February 28, 2024.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Papa Bear Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Hamilton County has a median price of $200 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 16, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 26 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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5180:2-13-10 Professional Development
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member did not meet the annual professional development requirement.The following was observed: [ The child care staff member had not completed at least six hours of professional development. ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-10 Health Training
“In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for training(s) as outlined in the rule. The following was observed: [ Child Abuse - expired training]. Correct 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.”
5180:2-13-10 Health Training
“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM did not meet health training requirements listed in rule. The following was observed: All health trainings were not completed prior to being left alone with children.Correct 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.”
5180:2-13-09 Background Checks
“During the inspection, it was determined that child care staff member(s) had sole responsibility of children in the in home daycare while the provider was mowing the grass at other locations and at home group(s) and neither a preliminary approval nor the DCY 01176 \"Program Notification of Background Check Review for Child Care\" were on file as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the DCY 01176 or a statement that the child care staff member(s) no longer have sole responsibility of children, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training.The following was observed: The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department 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 immunization records for [ ] of [ ] employees, including child care staff members, did not meet the requirement. The following was observed: The immunization records were not on file within the first thirty days from start of employment. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education for the child care staff member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, did not meet the requirements.The following was observed: Verification of completion of a high school education was not on file.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-07 Provider Responsibilities
“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider was not meeting the following requirements: The licensed provider has additional activities/employment during operating hours, in that Provider is mowing grass during daycare hours with children with him or being watched my a unreported staff member.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
5180:2-13-07 Staff Records
“During the inspection, it was determined employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained.The following was observed: 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. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-03 Inspection Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider provided false information, in that Provider told the police \"Darryl explained that he took the kids with him on \"fieldtrips.\" He explained those as; he took the kids with him to mow yards for his other landscaping business\" . Rule 5180:2-13-03 requires the program to notify parents when a serious risk non-compliance is cited. The notification must inform parents of the serious risk non-compliance and include the Department of Children and Youth website and location of further information regarding the determination. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-02 Voluntary Temporary Closure
“During the inspection, it was determined that the program had submitted in writing a temporary closure status, but care was still being provided to children. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-19 Supervision
“During the inspection, it was determined that children were left unattended and not supervised. The following was observed: Provider takes children with them when they go cut grass. While the provider is cutting grass the kids with be around and not being directly watched.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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 A lawn mower. A weed trimmer. Hedge trimmers.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.”
5180:2-13-10 Health Training
“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM did not meet health training requirements listed in rule. The following was observed: All health trainings were not completed prior to being left alone with children.Correct 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.”
5180:2-13-09 Background Checks
“During the inspection, it was determined that child care staff member(s) had sole responsibility of children in the in home daycare while the provider was mowing the grass at other locations and at home group(s) and neither a preliminary approval nor the DCY 01176 \"Program Notification of Background Check Review for Child Care\" were on file as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the DCY 01176 or a statement that the child care staff member(s) no longer have sole responsibility of children, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training.The following was observed: The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department 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 immunization records for [ ] of [ ] employees, including child care staff members, did not meet the requirement. The following was observed: The immunization records were not on file within the first thirty days from start of employment. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Requirements
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education for the child care staff member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, did not meet the requirements.The following was observed: Verification of completion of a high school education was not on file.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-07 Provider Responsibilities
“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider was not meeting the following requirements: The licensed provider has additional activities/employment during operating hours, in that Provider is mowing grass during daycare hours with children with him or being watched my a unreported staff member.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
5180:2-13-07 Staff Records
“During the inspection, it was determined employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained.The following was observed: 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. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-03 Inspection Requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider provided false information, in that Provider told the police \"Darryl explained that he took the kids with him on \"fieldtrips.\" He explained those as; he took the kids with him to mow yards for his other landscaping business\" . Rule 5180:2-13-03 requires the program to notify parents when a serious risk non-compliance is cited. The notification must inform parents of the serious risk non-compliance and include the Department of Children and Youth website and location of further information regarding the determination. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-02 Voluntary Temporary Closure
“During the inspection, it was determined that the program had submitted in writing a temporary closure status, but care was still being provided to children. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-19 Supervision
“During the inspection, it was determined that children were left unattended and not supervised. The following was observed: Provider takes children with them when they go cut grass. While the provider is cutting grass the kids with be around and not being directly watched.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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 A lawn mower. A weed trimmer. Hedge trimmers.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.”
5180:2-13-18 Attendance
“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number 2 below:1. No attendance record was being maintained.2. The attendance record was not being consistently completed.3.The record did not include the name of at least one child.4. The record did not include the birth date of at least one child.5.The record did not include the assigned group.6.The record did not include the childs weekly schedule.7.The record did not include the time (hours and minutes) of each childs arrival and departure to the program, including transportation by the program.8. The original attendance record was not kept at the program for a period of one year.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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 7 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.”
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 2 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. .”
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 4 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.”
5180:2-13-11 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.”
5180:2-13-15 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 2 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. .”
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 4 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.”
5180:2-13-23 Infant Bottle and Food Preparation
“During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were [not on file/updated], as required by this rule. Correct the violation and submit 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 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 4 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.”
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 1 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. .”
5101:2-13-10 Health Training
“In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for training(s) listed in number 1, 2 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.”
5101:2-13-14 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 as listed in number(s) 4,8 below: 1. Written parental permission was not secured for field trips and/or routine trips off the premises.2. The written permission was missing the childs name.3. The written permission was missing the date(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only).4. The written permission was missing the destination(s) of the trip(s).5. The written permission was missing the departure and return time(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only).6. The written permission was missing the signature of the parent.7. The written permission was missing the date on which the permission was signed.8. The written permission was missing a statement notifying parents how their child will be transported.9. Permission forms for routine trips were not being updated annually.10. Written parental permission forms for field trips and/or routine trips were not being maintained on file for at least one year from the date of the trip.11. Other: [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan 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 135 in the following room 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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5100 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH
9870 Pippin Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati, OH 45239 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
3308 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH
6015 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati, OH 45239 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Cincinnati, OH 45239 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Cincinnati, OH 45239 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Cincinnati, OH 45239 · 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 28, 2024.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on September 16, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 8 of 9 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.
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Cincinnati, OH 45239. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.