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LORAIN, OHChild Care CenterLicensed

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

Contact information

Address5225 Oberlin Ave #3, Lorain, OH, 44053

CityLORAIN, OH 44053

CountyLORAIN

Phone(440) 319-6203

Operating details

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/24/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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5225 Oberlin Ave #3, Lorain, OH, 44053, LORAIN, OH 44053

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/24/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 51807/24/2025

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

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-07-24. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Orientation Training & Whistle Blower Protection. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  2. Medium riskStandard 51807/24/2025

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

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-07-24. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Child Care Staff Member Educational Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 51807/24/2025

    5180:2-12-10 - Health Training Requirements

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-07-24. Rule 5180:2-12-10: Health Training Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  4. Medium riskStandard 51807/24/2025

    5180:2-12-13 - Handwashing Requirements

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-07-24. Rule 5180:2-12-13: Handwashing Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 51807/24/2025

    5180:2-12-16 - First Aid / Standard Precautions

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-07-24. Rule 5180:2-12-16: First Aid / Standard Precautions. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 51807/24/2025

    5180:2-12-16 - Written Disaster Plan

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-07-24. Rule 5180:2-12-16: Written Disaster Plan. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  7. Medium riskStandard 51807/24/2025

    5180:2-12-20 - Cots and Napping

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-07-24. Rule 5180:2-12-20: Cots and Napping. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  8. Medium riskStandard 51803/24/2025

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

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-03-24. Rule 5180:2-12-07: Administrator Responsibilities / Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 51803/24/2025

    5180:2-12-10 - Health Training Requirements

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-03-24. Rule 5180:2-12-10: Health Training Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  10. Medium riskStandard 51803/24/2025

    5180:2-12-11 - Outdoor Space Requirements

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-03-24. Rule 5180:2-12-11: Outdoor Space Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  11. Medium-High riskStandard 51803/24/2025

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

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-03-24. Rule 5180:2-12-15: Medical / Physical Care Plans. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 7/21/2025
  12. Medium riskStandard 51803/24/2025

    5180:2-12-17 - Daily Outdoor Play

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-03-24. Rule 5180:2-12-17: Daily Outdoor Play. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  13. Medium riskStandard 51803/24/2025

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

    Inspection PROVISIONAL on 2025-03-24. Rule 5180:2-12-22: Meal and Snack Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 4/28/2025

2024

  1. High riskStandard 510110/24/2024

    5101:2-12-09 - Background Check Requirements

    Inspection PRELICENSE on 2024-10-24. Rule 5101:2-12-09: Background Check Requirements. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.

    Corrected 10/31/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

14Total 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.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.

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: LORAIN, LORAIN County
  • Type: Child Care Center

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