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Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center

603 W Park Ave, Columbiana, OH 444085.0· 12 reviews
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$174
year first licensed
2014

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About Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center

Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Columbiana, Ohio. The state has licensed it since August 22, 2014.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Capacity
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Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Columbiana County has a median price of $174 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

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Columbiana County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$174
Home daycare$155

Toddler

Center$160
Home daycare$152

Preschool

Center$142
Home daycare$141

School age

Center$100
Home daycare$120

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Care Center
First licensed
2014
License number
#000000100397
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 29, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 25 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Food and nutrition 2

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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  1. Jul 29, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      5180:2-12-20 Cribs - Safe Environment and Practices (closed - not addressed)

      “During the inspection, it was determined that sheets, mattresses and/or mattress covers did not meet the rule requirement.The following was observed: At least one sheet was too large.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5180:2-12-13 Sanitary Equipment and Environment (closed - not addressed)

      “During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions were in the Toddler restroom:The following was observed: plunger & toilet brush accessible.The restroom(s) must be kept sanitary at all times. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirement of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-12-12 Safe Environment (closed - not addressed)

      “During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being.The following was observed: electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled (Infant & Toddler Rooms), employee purses (Infant Room). Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5180:2-12-10 Health Training Requirements

      “In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member had not completed required health and safety training.The following was observed: one hour child abuse had expired.Refer to the Employee Record Chart for the name(s) of the child care staff member(s) who must complete the required health and safety training(s). Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  2. Oct 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  3. Sep 4, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5180:2-12-23 Infant Daily Care

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the programs infant daily care did not meet the requirements of this rule as noted in number(s) 1,2,4 below:1. Infants could not safely and comfortably sit, crawl, toddle, or walk and play according to the infants stage of development in that the infants were observed sitting in bucket seats during a complaint inspection.2.Infants were not removed from the crib, swing, infant seat, exercise seat or other equipment throughout the day for individual attention.3.Each non-crawling infant was not provided the opportunity for tummy time, outside of their crib, each day.4.Other: Infants were observed watching a tablet while sitting in bucket seats with no other activities provided.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  4. Aug 21, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Aug 14, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5180:2-12-18 Ratio

      “During the inspection, required staff/child ratios were not maintained for the same group/different groups on multiple occasions, as noted below:The ratio determined for the infant group was 1 Child Care Staff Member(s) for 6 or more children. Additionally, a ratio of 1 Child Care Staff Member(s) for 14 children was determined for the preschool group and 1 Child Crae Staff Member for 8 children was determined out for the toddler group. Additional staff members must be hired or current Child Care Staff Members must be rescheduled to maintain compliance. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  6. Aug 13, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      5180:2-12-22 Meal and Snack Requirements

      “During the inspection, it was determined that a meal or snack at the program did not meet the requirements as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. The breakfast served did not include foods from three of the four food groups in that only milk & cereal was served.2. Snack served did not include foods from two of the four food groups.3. The meal did not provide 1/3 of the recommended daily dietary allowances as specified by the USDA.4. Juice used to meet the fruit or snack component was not 100% undiluted fruit or vegetable juice.5. The meal served did not include an item from the meat or meat alternative group.6. The meal served did not include an item from the bread or grain group.7. The meal served did not include two items from the fruit/vegetable group.8. The meal served did not include a vegetable (two fruits were served).9. The meal served did not include a serving of fluid milk.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safe sleep

      5180:2-12-20 Cribs

      “During the inspection, it was determined that a child had been placed in a crib with an object that created a potential strangulation or suffocation risk, as indicated in number(s) 1 below: 1. Bib2. Pacifier clip/ribbon3. Teething jewelry4. Blanket for infant under twelve months old5. Pillow6. Boppie7. Bumper pad 8. Clothing stored in the crib9. Diaper bag 10. Object or toy strung over the crib in which a child can pull himself up11. Stuffed animal that is large/soft enough to conform to the shape of the child's face 12. Other [ ] The rule prohibits any item which obstructs child-care staff's visibility or poses a risk of strangulation or suffocation from being placed on or in a crib. Remove the item(s) immediately. Provide staff training. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-12-18 Attendance Records

      “During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number(s) 1 below:1. No attendance record was being maintained in that not all children were marked in when combined first thing in the morning.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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      5180:2-12-15 Medical / Physical Care Plans

      “In review of the children's records, it was determined that the JFS 01236 Child Medical/Physical Care Plan for Child Care did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. The JFS 01236 had not been updated as needed and at least annually.2. A separate JFS 01236 had not been used for each condition.3. The program used an old version of the JFS 01236.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5180:2-12-10 Professional Development Requirements

      “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 as noted in number(s) 1 below: 1. The child care staff member(s) 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 the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5180:2-12-10 Health Training Requirements

      “In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member had not completed required health and safety training as noted in number(s) 4 below:1. Child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was not completed within sixty days of hire.2. First aid training was not completed within ninety days of hire.3. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training was not completed within ninety days of hire.4. The child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was expired.5. The first aid training was expired.6. The CPR training was expired.Refer to the Employee Record Chart for the name(s) of the child care staff member(s) who must complete the required health and safety training(s). Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-12-02 Current Information

      “During the inspection, it was determined that a change of administrator had been made in that the administrator was no longer an adminsitrator and was moved to another program and the owner or administrator had failed to provide notification of this change to the Department and/or submit qualifications for the new administrator within 30 days. A license is only valid for the licensee, administrator, address and license capacity designated on the license. Technical assistance was provided, and as discussed, submit the request to amend the license and any required documentation, if applicable, through the licensing system, OCLQS.”

      Corrected during the visit

  7. Jul 30, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      5101:2-12-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

      “In review of 25% 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(s) 5,8 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 birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. 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 care 7. 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 child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year 9. 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 rule 10. 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 convictions 11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-12-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being as noted in number(s) 6,11,22 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. Employee(s) purse(s) (PS2/SA Room- on top of file cabinet). 7. Diaper bags.8. Television not securely anchored.9. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 10. Smoke detector needing batteries replaced.11. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing (Toddler & Reschool 1).12. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.13. A floor surface that was unsafe in that [ ].14. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom.15. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom was not sturdy.16. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom posed a safety hazard in that [ ].17. Telephone cords.18. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following classroom furniture: [ ]. 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: blue tooth cord on top of the portable sink in PS2/SA room)Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5101:2-12-10 Health Training Requirements

      “In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member had not completed required health and safety training as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. Child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was not completed within sixty days of hire.2. First aid training was not completed within ninety days of hire.3. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training was not completed within ninety days of hire.4. The child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was expired.5. The first aid training was expired.6. The CPR training was expired.Refer to the Employee Record Chart for the name(s) of the child care staff member(s) who must complete the required health and safety training(s). Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  8. Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5101:2-12-19 Supervision

      “During the inspection, it was determined that children were not being properly supervised as noted in number(s) 5 below: 1.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during indoor play.2.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during outdoor play.3.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member more than once. 4. Staff were not physically present in the space and near enough to respond and reach the child(ren) immediately. 5.Other: staff were not in close proximity and able to intervene when a child was being bit multiple times. Children must be supervised according to rule and within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member at all times. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      5101:2-12-19 Supervision

      “During the inspection, it was determined the administrator, child care staff, and/or employees of the program did not protect or remove children from a situation and/or person determined to be unsafe or inappropriate as noted in number(s) 2 below:1.Verbal argument involving adults. 2.Staff member(s) allowed child(ren) to do something unsafe in that a child bit another child several times on multiple areas of the body in the infant room.3. Staff member(s) did something unsafe.4. Children were exposed to inappropriate [language; conversation; behavior; video; music; DVD] by a [staff member/child/parent].5.Other [ ].While the program did not protect the child(ren) from an unsafe or inappropriate situation and/or person, it was determined the situation would not or did not result in a serious incident or injury to a child. All program employees must take actions to protect children in care. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      5101:2-12-19 Supervision

      “During the inspection, it was determined that child-care staff did not meet the basic needs of a child as noted in number(s) 5 below:1.Assisting children with toileting2.Assisting children with handwashing3.Assisting children with basic hygiene4.Responding appropriately to a child in distress5.Assisting a child wiping his/her nose as this was observed on the day of the visit in the preschool and infant room.6.Washing a childs face7.Assisting a child in tying his/her shoes8.Assisting a child in changing his/her clothes when needed9. A child's developmental needs were not met10. A child's behavioral needs were not met11. Parental preferences, that were not in conflict with a licensing rule, were not followedTechnical 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 not required at this time.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illness

      5101:2-12-16 Incident / Injury Reporting

      “In review of the records, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for completing a JFS 01299 Incident/Injury Report as noted in number(s) 5 below: 1. The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child became ill or received an injury which required first aid treatment.2.The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child was transported to a source for emergency assistance.3. The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child received a bump or blow to the head.4. The JFS 01299 was not completed when an unusual or unexpected incident which jeopardized the safety of a child or employee of a program.5. The parent or a person picking up the child did not receive the JFS 01299 on the day of the incident.6. The program information (program name, number, address) was incomplete on the JFS 01299.7. Childs name was incomplete on the JFS 01299.8. Childs birthdate was incomplete on the JFS 01299.9. Name of person(s) responsible for the child at the time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.10. Number of children present in the group at the time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.11. Date and/or time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.12. Whether or not parents were contacted was incomplete on the JFS 01299.13. Complete summary of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.14. Accurate summary of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.15. Name and/or signature of the person completing the form was incomplete on the JFS 01299.16. The JFS 01299 was not kept on file at the program for at least one year.17. Other [ ]. 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 not required at this time.”

      Corrected during the visit

  9. Nov 2, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5101:2-12-25 Medication Administration

      “During the inspection, it was determined that medication, medical foods and/or topical products did not meet the requirement(s) for administering medication, medical foods, and/or medical products as noted in number(s) 2 below:1. The medication, medical food, or topical product was no longer needed and had not been removed from the program.2. The medication, medical food, or topical product had expired and had not been removed from the program.3. The prescription label had expired.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Food and nutrition

      5101:2-12-22 Meal and Snack Requirements

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the infant & toddler group was served meatloaf & biscuits, which posed a choking hazard. 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 not required at this time.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperwork

      5101:2-12-18 Attendance Records

      “During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number(s) 7 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 (Toddler 2).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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5101:2-12-10 Professional Development Requirements

      “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 as noted in number(s) 1 below: 1. The child care staff member(s) 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 the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5101:2-12-07 Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements

      “During the inspection, it was determined employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in number(s) 5 below: 1. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member (including substitutes) had not created a profile.2. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not created an employment record for the program on or before their first day of employment. 3. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles within five calendar days of the change.4. The administrator had not assigned at least one employee or child care staff member to the program's organization dashboard. 5. At least one individual's schedule was not current.6. At least one individual's position or role did not include an applicable group assignment.7. At least one individual's employment had not been end dated.8. Other: [ ]Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

Copied from Ohio Department of Children and Youth on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 22, 2014.

When was Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center last inspected?

Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 7 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.

What are Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (330) 770-8538 to ask.

What is Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center's phone number?

(330) 770-8538.

Where is Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center?

603 W Park Ave, Columbiana, OH 44408. The nearest other daycare we list is Building Blocks Day Care, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: Ohio Department of Children and Youth (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).