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GREAT MINDS LEARNING ACADEMY

COLUMBUS, OHChild Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Est. price$973/mo

Contact information

Address2909 E 5th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43219

CityCOLUMBUS, OH 43219

CountyFRANKLIN

Phone(614) 615-2680

Operating details

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium13
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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2909 E 5th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43219, COLUMBUS, OH 43219

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026

  • High6
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium13
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 51804/29/2026

    5180:2-12-19 - Supervision

    Inspection FOLLOWUP on 2026-04-29. Rule 5180:2-12-19: Supervision. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 5/4/2026
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 51801/26/2026

    5180:2-12-02 - Current Information

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2026-01-26. Rule 5180:2-12-02: Current Information. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 1/26/2026
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 51801/9/2026

    5180:2-12-18 - Attendance Records

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2026-01-09. Rule 5180:2-12-18: Attendance Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 1/20/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-08 - Medical Statement

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Medical Statement. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
  2. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-20 - Cots and Napping

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-20: Cots and Napping. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/12/2025
  3. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-20 - Cribs

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-20: Cribs. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/12/2025
  4. High riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-19 - Supervision

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-19: Supervision. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/17/2025
  5. Medium-Low riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-18 - Attendance Records

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-18: Attendance Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/17/2025
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-15 - Child Medical and Enrollment Records

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. 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 11/12/2025
  7. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-13 - Handwashing Requirements

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-13: Handwashing Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/20/2025
  8. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-13 - Sanitary Equipment and Environment

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-13: Sanitary Equipment and Environment. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/12/2025
  9. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-12 - Safe Environment

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-12: Safe Environment. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/20/2025
  10. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-11 - Outdoor Play Fall Zones

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-11: Outdoor Play Fall Zones. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/20/2025
  11. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-11 - Outdoor Space Requirements

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-11: Outdoor Space Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/20/2025
  12. Medium-High riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-10 - Health Training Requirements

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-10: Health Training Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/20/2025
  13. High riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-09 - Background Check Requirements

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-09: Background Check Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/20/2025
  14. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-08 - Child Care Staff Member Educational Requirements

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Child Care Staff Member Educational Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
  15. Medium riskStandard 518011/12/2025

    5180:2-12-08 - Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-11-12. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/17/2025
  16. Medium riskStandard 518010/15/2025

    5180:2-12-23 - Infant Daily Care

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2025-10-15. Rule 5180:2-12-23: Infant Daily Care. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/6/2025
  17. Medium riskStandard 518010/15/2025

    5180:2-12-20 - Cribs

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2025-10-15. Rule 5180:2-12-20: Cribs. Compliance status: Closed - Not Addressed. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/6/2025
  18. High riskStandard 518010/15/2025

    5180:2-12-19 - Supervision

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2025-10-15. Rule 5180:2-12-19: Supervision. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/6/2025
  19. High riskStandard 518010/15/2025

    5180:2-12-18 - Ratio

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2025-10-15. Rule 5180:2-12-18: Ratio. Compliance status: Closed - Not Addressed. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/6/2025
  20. Medium riskStandard 518010/15/2025

    5180:2-12-18 - Group Size

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2025-10-15. Rule 5180:2-12-18: Group Size. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 10/27/2025
  21. High riskStandard 51804/1/2025

    5180:2-12-23 - Infant Bottle and Food Preparation

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-04-01. Rule 5180:2-12-23: Infant Bottle and Food Preparation. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 4/1/2025
  22. Medium riskStandard 51804/1/2025

    5180:2-12-22 - Meal and Snack Requirements

    Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-04-01. Rule 5180:2-12-22: Meal and Snack Requirements. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 4/1/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$973/month

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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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