Columbus Early Learning Centers - South Side

COLUMBUS, OHChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Est. price$973/mo

Contact information

Address280 Reeb Ave, Columbus, OH, 43207

CityCOLUMBUS, OH 43207

CountyFRANKLIN

Phone(614) 253-5525

Operating details

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium11
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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280 Reeb Ave, Columbus, OH, 43207, COLUMBUS, OH 43207

Questions to ask on a tour

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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 staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/9/2025

  • High3
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. High riskStandard 51806/9/2025

    5180:2-12-19 - Supervision

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2025-06-09. Rule 5180:2-12-19: Supervision. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/21/2025
  2. Medium riskStandard 51802/13/2025

    5180:2-12-07 - Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-02-13. Rule 5180:2-12-07: Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 3/11/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 51802/13/2025

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

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-02-13. Rule 5180:2-12-15: Child Medical and Enrollment Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 3/11/2025
  4. Medium riskStandard 51802/13/2025

    5180:2-12-20 - Cribs

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-02-13. Rule 5180:2-12-20: Cribs. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 3/11/2025

2024

  1. High riskStandard 510111/7/2024

    5101:2-12-19 - Supervision

    Inspection INCIDENTINJURYILLNESS on 2024-11-07. Rule 5101:2-12-19: Supervision. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/26/2024
  2. High riskStandard 510110/17/2024

    5101:2-12-25 - Medication Administration

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2024-10-17. Rule 5101:2-12-25: Medication Administration. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/7/2024
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 510110/17/2024

    5101:2-12-18 - Attendance Records

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2024-10-17. Rule 5101:2-12-18: Attendance Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/7/2024
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 510110/17/2024

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

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2024-10-17. Rule 5101:2-12-15: Child Medical and Enrollment Records. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/7/2024
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 510110/17/2024

    5101:2-12-15 - Medical / Physical Care Plans

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2024-10-17. Rule 5101:2-12-15: Medical / Physical Care Plans. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 12/2/2024
  6. Medium riskStandard 510110/17/2024

    5101:2-12-13 - Sanitary Equipment and Environment

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2024-10-17. Rule 5101:2-12-13: Sanitary Equipment and Environment. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/7/2024
  7. Medium riskStandard 510110/17/2024

    5101:2-12-12 - Safe Environment

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2024-10-17. Rule 5101:2-12-12: Safe Environment. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 11/7/2024
  8. Medium riskStandard 51019/24/2024

    5101:2-12-23 - Diapering and Toilet Training

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2024-09-24. Rule 5101:2-12-23: Diapering and Toilet Training. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 9/27/2024
  9. Medium riskStandard 51019/17/2024

    5101:2-12-19 - Child Guidance

    Inspection COMPLAINT on 2024-09-17. Rule 5101:2-12-19: Child Guidance. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 10/15/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

21Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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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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