A Step In The Right Direction Literacy Learning Center
COLUMBUS, OH·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address5817 Beechcroft Rd, Columbus, OH, 43229
CountyFRANKLIN
Phone(614) 423-7373
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/1/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High8
- Medium12
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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5817 Beechcroft Rd, Columbus, OH, 43229, COLUMBUS, OH 43229
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/1/2025
- High3
- Medium-High8
- Medium12
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-07 - Written Program Policies and Procedures
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-07: Written Program Policies and Procedures. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025 - Medium riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-07 - Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-07: Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/29/2025 - Medium-Low riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-18 - Attendance Records
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-18: Attendance Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-15 - Child Medical and Enrollment Records
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-15: Child Medical and Enrollment Records. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/1/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-15 - Child Medical and Enrollment Records
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-15: Child Medical and Enrollment Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025 - Medium riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-12 - Safe Environment
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-12: Safe Environment. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-10 - Health Training Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-10: Health Training Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/13/2025 - Medium riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-10 - Professional Development Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-10: Professional Development Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025 - High riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-09 - Background Check Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-09: Background Check Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-08 - Medical Statement
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Medical Statement. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025 - Medium riskStandard 518010/1/2025
5180:2-12-08 - Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-10-01. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/10/2025
2024
- High riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-23 - Infant Bottle and Food Preparation
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-23: Infant Bottle and Food Preparation. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 9/19/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-15 - Child Medical and Enrollment Records
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-15: Child Medical and Enrollment Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-15 - Child Medical and Enrollment Records
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-15: Child Medical and Enrollment Records. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 9/19/2024 - Medium riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-13 - Sanitary Equipment and Environment
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-13: Sanitary Equipment and Environment. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 9/19/2024 - Medium riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-12 - Safe Equipment
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-12: Safe Equipment. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - Medium riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-11 - Outdoor Play Fall Zones
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-11: Outdoor Play Fall Zones. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - Medium riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-10 - Professional Development Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-10: Professional Development Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-10 - Health Training Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-10: Health Training Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - High riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-09 - Background Check Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-09: Background Check Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/4/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-08 - Medical Statement
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-08: Medical Statement. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - Medium riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-08 - Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-08: Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - Medium riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-07 - Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-07: Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024 - Medium riskStandard 51019/19/2024
5101:2-12-11 - Outdoor Space Requirements
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-09-19. Rule 5101:2-12-11: Outdoor Space Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 10/23/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$973/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Ohio run about $1,124/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Ohio by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: COLUMBUS, FRANKLIN County
- Type: Child Care Center
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