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Vigilant Daycare

Cincinnati, OH 45231 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$200
year first licensed
2017

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About Vigilant Daycare

Vigilant Daycare is a licensed home daycare in Cincinnati, Ohio. The state has licensed it since August 4, 2017.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 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 17 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Home daycare
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Hours today
Closed today
Capacity
Not listed

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

SettingFamily child care homeFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Vigilant Daycare 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).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Hamilton County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$295
Home daycare$200

Toddler

Center$265
Home daycare$190

Preschool

Center$232
Home daycare$175

School age

Center$150
Home daycare$155

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 Vigilant Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Type B Family Child Care Home
First licensed
2017
License number
#2170015159
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: 6 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 17 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 8
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Other rules 1

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. Sep 2, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-15 Child Enrollment Records

      “In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the DCY 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care or equivalent as required.The following was observed as missing: No enrollment form was completed for at least one childSubmit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-15 Child Record Requirements

      “During the inspection, it was determined that childrens records had not been available to the Department and/or the Ohio Department of Health. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

      “During the inspection, cleaning and sanitizing equipment and supplies were not used or stored properly. The following was observed: Disinfecting wipes/cleaner were accessible to children in the kitchen area.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance is no longer accessible to children and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Safety and hazards

      5180:2-13-12 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.The following was observed: Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers;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

      5180:2-13-10 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: First Aid - expired training CPR - expired training Communicable Disease - expired training Child Abuse - expired trainingCorrect 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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-03 Inspection Requirements

      “During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 3/3/26. The rule requires the program complete and submit a corrective action plan in the Ohio statewide licensing system to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  2. Feb 25, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Requirements (closed - not addressed)

      “In review of the staff records, it was determined the training requirements were not met for the Child Care Staff Member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as required. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes copies of verification of training, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  3. Jul 31, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5180:2-13-10 Health Training

      “In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for training(s) listed in number(s) 1,4 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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-07 Staff Records

      “During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in number(s) 1,2 below: 1. The provider had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR.2. The provider had not created or updated the program's organizational dashboard in the OPR.3. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR. 4. 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.5. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles in the OPR within five calendar days of the change.6. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's scheduled days and hours changed.7. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's group assignments changed, if applicable.8. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated with the employment end date within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member ended employment.9. At least one resident over the age of eighteen had not created a profile and employment record for the family child care provider within five days of becoming a resident or turning eighteen.10. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five calendar days of a change in residency for at least one resident over the age of eighteen.11.Other: [] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-02 Information in OCLQS

      “During the inspection, it was determined the information in number(s) 4 below was not up to date in the Ohio Child Care Licensing and Quality System: 1. Mailing Address; 2. Telephone Number; 3. Email Address; 4. Days and Hours of Operation; 5. Services Offered; 6. Name of Program, If applicable.7. Private pay rates. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
  4. Feb 26, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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(s) 1,10,18,19 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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

      “In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care, as required, for the items in number(s) 14 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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5180:2-13 Written Policies and Procedures

      “During the inspection, it was determined the written policies and procedures were not available at the program as required. A copy must be made available onsite for review. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule.”
  5. Jul 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-16 Emergency Drills (closed - not addressed)

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item number 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.”
  6. Jan 31, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      5101:2-13-16 Emergency Drills

      “During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item number 2,3 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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      5101:2-13-15 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 16 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 [ no annual update completed ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
    • Other rules

      5101:2-13-07 Provider Responsibilities

      “During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not [obtain or maintain the required liability insurance/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.”

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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Questions about Vigilant Daycare

Is Vigilant Daycare licensed?

Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 4, 2017.

When was Vigilant Daycare last inspected?

Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Vigilant Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 17 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.

What are Vigilant Daycare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Vigilant Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (513) 364-5379 to ask.

What is Vigilant Daycare's phone number?

(513) 364-5379.

Where is Vigilant Daycare?

Cincinnati, OH 45231. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

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