Child Care Centers

Your child receives care in a setting designed for groups of children.  Child care centers are licensed by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth or the Ohio Department of Education.

Family Child Care Homes

• Licensed Type B Homes:  Your child is cared for in the home of a family child care provider who has met state minimum health and safety licensing requirements. Licensed Type B homes may only care for six or less children.
• Licensed Type A Homes:  Your child is cared for in the home of a family child care provider who has met state minimum health and safety licensing requirements. Licensed Type A homes may only care for twelve or less children.

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Step Up To Quality

Step up to Quality (SUTQ) is a three-tier quality rating and improvement system for Ohio’s early learning and development programs. SUTQ recognizes and promotes programs that meet and exceed quality program standards. SUTQ program standards are based on national research identifying which lead to improved outcomes for children.

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