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AMHERST, OH·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address901 LIBERTY BELL DRIVE, AMHERST, OH, 44001
CountyLORAIN
Phone4409600777
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/29/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High5
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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901 LIBERTY BELL DRIVE, AMHERST, OH, 44001, AMHERST, OH 44001
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/29/2025
- High3
- Medium-High3
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 518012/29/2025
5180:2-12-08 - Medical Statement
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-12-29. Rule 5180:2-12-08: Medical Statement. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 1/27/2026 - Medium riskStandard 518012/29/2025
5180:2-12-11 - Outdoor Play Equipment
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-12-29. Rule 5180:2-12-11: Outdoor Play Equipment. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 2/20/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 518012/29/2025
5180:2-12-15 - Medical / Physical Care Plans
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-12-29. Rule 5180:2-12-15: Medical / Physical Care Plans. Compliance status: Closed - Not Addressed. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 6/4/2026 - High riskStandard 518012/29/2025
5180:2-12-23 - Infant Bottle and Food Preparation
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-12-29. 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 12/29/2025 - High riskStandard 518012/29/2025
5180:2-12-25 - Medication Administration
Inspection ANNUAL on 2025-12-29. Rule 5180:2-12-25: Medication Administration. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 1/27/2026
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 510111/26/2024
5101:2-12-08 - Medical Statement
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-11-26. Rule 5101:2-12-08: Medical Statement. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 12/4/2024 - Medium riskStandard 510111/26/2024
5101:2-12-12 - Safe Equipment
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-11-26. Rule 5101:2-12-12: Safe Equipment. Compliance status: Approved. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 12/9/2024 - High riskStandard 510111/26/2024
5101:2-12-25 - Medication Administration
Inspection ANNUAL on 2024-11-26. Rule 5101:2-12-25: Medication Administration. Compliance status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided. Source: Ohio Child Care Search (DCY/ODJFS) inspection record.
Corrected 11/26/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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: AMHERST, LORAIN County
- Type: Child Care Center
What parents actually pay
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