The Learning Experience - Westerville, OH
433 N State St, Westerville, OH
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Rainbow ChildCare is a licensed group home daycare in Westerville, Ohio. The state has licensed it since March 27, 2019.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. 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 22 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
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Cost
Rainbow ChildCare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Franklin 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 Jul 30, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 22 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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5180:2-13-12 Safe Equipment
“During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe, hazardous to children.The following was observed: the A.C. unit was accessible to children in careSubmit the programs 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 hazardous conditions existed in the outdoor play area. The following was observed: the enclosed area under the deck was accessible due to a piece that needs repaired. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
5180:2-13-11 Fall Zone
“During the inspection, it was determined the equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as it was place over or next to hard surfaces. The following was observed: the mulch provided needs raked and redistributedThe 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.”
5180:2-13-16 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency and preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement for training child care staff members and employees on the plan annually as noted in numbers 1 and 2 below:1. Child care staff members and employees were not trained annually.2. Written documentation of the training was not kept on file.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 numbers 1 and 8 below:1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medicals 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. Medicals 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. .”
5180:2-13-10 Health Training
“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM was left alone with children and did not have current valid documentation for training listed in number 11 below:1. First Aid - expired training2. First Aid - did not have verification of 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 rule 4. 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 the program serves 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 by staff did not include an in-person component of the training 10. Communicable Disease - expired training11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of the CD training13. Communicable Disease - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule14. 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.”
5180:2-13-09 Background Checks
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that background check requirements were incomplete for the individuals listed on the Employee Record Chart, as noted in number 2 below:1. The JFS 01176 Program Notification of Background check Review for Child Care was not on file at the program, but was on file at the county agency and the individual is eligible.2. The JFS 01176 was not on file at the program, but the BCI and FBI results were on file at the program and the individual had no prohibitive offenses which did not meet the rehabilitation criteria.3. The JFS 01176 was not on file at the program, but the BCI and FBI results were on file at the county agency and the individual had no prohibitive offenses which did not meet the rehabilitation criteria.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the correct form is now on file, 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 did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training as noted in number 1 below:1. The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member.2. No documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016.3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR.4. A child care staff member had sole responsibility of children and had not completed the online orientation.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 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.”
5180:2-13-16 Emergency Drills
“During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item numbers 1, 2 and 3 below:1. Monthly fire drills2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September)3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-16 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency and preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement for training child care staff members and employees on the plan annually as noted in numbers 1 and 2 below:1. Child care staff members and employees were not trained annually.2. Written documentation of the training was not kept on file.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5180:2-13-16 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement or was missing the information in number 18 below:Procedures:1. The written emergency and preparedness and response plan had not been completed2. The plan was not provided to all child care staff and employees3. Weather emergencies and natural disasters which include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes4. Emergency outdoor and indoor lockdown or evacuation due to threats of violence which includes active shooter, bioterrorism or terrorism including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated5. Emergency or disaster evacuations due to hazardous materials and spills, gas leaks or bomb threats including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated6. Outbreaks, epidemics or other infectious disease emergencies7. Loss of power, water, or heat8. Other threatening situations that may pose a health or safety hazard to the children in the programDetails:9. Shelter in place or evacuation, how the program will care for and account for the children until they can be reunited with the parent10. Assisting infants, toddlers and children with special needs and/or health conditions11. Emergency contact information for parents and the program12. Procedures for notifying and communicating with parents regarding the location of the children if evacuated13. Procedures for communicating with parents during loss of communications, no phone or internet service available14. The location of supplies and procedures for gathering necessary supplies for staff and children if required to shelter in place15. What to do if a disaster occurs during the transport of children or when on a field trip or routine trip16. Making the plan available to all child care staff members and employees17. Training of staff or reassignment of staff duties as appropriate18. Updating the plan on a yearly basis19. Contact with local emergency management officials20. The plan was unable to be implemented in that, ().Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, 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 to it as noted in number 2 below. The potentially hazardous substance or item that posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children in Family Child Care Bathroom. 1. Bleach.2. Cleaning agent.3. Fish tank chemicals. 4. Gasoline. 5. Pesticide.6. Poison, including insect/rodent poison. 7. Flammable substance.8. Windshield washer fluid.9. Aerosol cans. 10. A lawn mower. 11. A weed trimmer. 12. Hedge trimmers. 13. A snow blower.14. Other potentially hazardous substance, equipment or machinery: [ ]. 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.”
5180:2-13-11 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 1 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 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.”
5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment
“Children in care shall be protected from any item which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following item which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number 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. glue gun accessible and cord (not on )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 CCSM did not have current valid documentation for training listed in numbers 2,5, and 11 below:1. First Aid - expired training2. First Aid - did not have verification of 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 rule 4. 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 the program serves 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 by staff did not include an in-person component of the training 10. Communicable Disease - expired training11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of the CD training13. Communicable Disease - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule14. 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.”
5180:2-13-09 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 listed on the Employee Record Chart as noted in number 1 below: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.”
5101:2-13-13 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 program's 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.”
5101:2-13-12 Safe Environment
“Children in care shall be protected from any item which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following item which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number 7 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 purse on children's table.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 [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-13-11 Fall Zone
“During the inspection, it was determined that the playground did not have adequate fall surface under and around equipment as noted in the following number 2 below:1. No fall surface2. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall3. Other [ ] Any equipment designed for climbing, swinging, bouncing, or sliding needs a fall zone of protective material resilient under and around the equipment in order to protect children in the event of a fall. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes written verification of the discontinued use of this equipment until corrections are made along with a description of the resilient material added, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-13-16 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement or was missing the information in numbers 7, 10 and 19 below:Procedures:1. The written emergency and preparedness and response plan had not been completed2. The plan was not provided to all child care staff and employees3. Weather emergencies and natural disasters which include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes4. Emergency outdoor and indoor lockdown or evacuation due to threats of violence which includes active shooter, bioterrorism or terrorism including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated5. Emergency or disaster evacuations due to hazardous materials and spills, gas leaks or bomb threats including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated6. Outbreaks, epidemics or other infectious disease emergencies7. Loss of power, water, or heat8. Other threatening situations that may pose a health or safety hazard to the children in the programDetails:9. Shelter in place or evacuation, how the program will care for and account for the children until they can be reunited with the parent10. Assisting infants, toddlers and children with special needs and/or health conditions11. Emergency contact information for parents and the program12. Procedures for notifying and communicating with parents regarding the location of the children if evacuated13. Procedures for communicating with parents during loss of communications, no phone or internet service available14. The location of supplies and procedures for gathering necessary supplies for staff and children if required to shelter in place15. What to do if a disaster occurs during the transport of children or when on a field trip or routine trip16. Making the plan available to all child care staff members and employees17. Training of staff or reassignment of staff duties as appropriate18. Updating the plan on a yearly basis19. Contact with local emergency management officials20. The plan was unable to be implemented in that, [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
5101:2-13-13 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 child care 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.”
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433 N State St, Westerville, OH
5504 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH
61 Moss Rd, Westerville, OH
270 S Hempstead, Westerville, OH
Columbus, OH 43081 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Westerville, OH 43081 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Westerville, OH 43081 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Westerville, OH 43081 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Westerville, OH 43081 · 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 March 27, 2019.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 6 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.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (614) 270-0767 to ask.
(614) 270-0767.
Westerville, OH 43081. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.