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:::excerpt Child care regulations vary by state, territory, program type, and location. This guide explains how parents and providers can find official licensing rules, inspection reports, complaint contacts, background-check requirements, local zoning and pe…
:::excerpt Families in the United States may be able to lower child care costs through state subsidies, Head Start, public prekindergarten, military fee assistance, employer benefits, tax credits, scholarships, and local programs. This guide explains how the …
:::excerpt A home daycare can offer a warm, personal setting, but quality varies from one provider to another. Learn how to evaluate licensing, caregiver interactions, supervision, household safety, visitors, daily routines, discipline, communication, and bac…
Ohio Child Care Licensing Agency
Ohio Department of Children and YouthEarly Care and Education Licensing
246 North High Street, 8th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 183204, Columbus, OH 43218-3204
Phone: 614-466-6282
Toll Free: 844-234-5437 (844-234-KIDS), Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Web Site: https://childrenandyouth.ohio.gov/for-providers/child-care-information
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