Adja's Happy Feet Daycare
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects Ohio's licensing baseline. Ohio caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:7, and preschool ratios at 1:14. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 6 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 12 Toddlers 1:7 14 Preschool 1:14 28
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (8), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Children's Records & Files (2). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Apr 23, 202613 Findings1 Critical12 Important
- Safe Environment5180:2-13-12
During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored where children present had access to it as noted in number 2 below. The potentially hazardous substance or item that posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children under the bathroom sink. 1. Bleach. 2. Cleaning agent. 3. Fish tank chemicals. 4. Gasoline. 5. Pesticide. 6. Poison, including insect/rodent poison. 7. Flammable substance. 8. Windshield washer fluid. 9. Aerosol cans. 10. A lawn mower. 11. A weed trimmer. 12. Hedge trimmers. 13. A snow blower. 14. Other potentially hazardous substance, equipment or machinery: [ ]. sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance or item is no longer accessible to children and/or children will not be outside when machinery is in use and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026 Low Risk Non-Compliances
- Fire Safety for Type B Homes5180:2-13-04
During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working smoke alarm in the basement of the home. A working smoke alarm must be placed, installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Provider Responsibilities5180:2-13-07
During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not have a completed JFS 01933 "Liability Insurance Statement for Family Child Care Providers" completed for each child in care. Correct the violation and submit proof of insurance with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Safe Environment5180:2-13-12
During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 122 degrees in the bathroom. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Requirements for Field and Routine Trips5180:2-13-14
In review of the program's records, it was determined that requirements for written permission from the parent/guardian for routine trip were not met as listed in numbers 9 and 1 below: 1. Written parental permission was not secured for routine trips off the premises. 2. The written permission was missing the child’s name. 3. The written permission was missing the date(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only). 4. The written permission was missing the destination(s) of the trip(s). 5. The written permission was missing the departure and return time(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only). 6. The written permission was missing the signature of the parent. 7. The written permission was missing the date on which the permission was signed. 8. The written permission was missing a statement notifying parents how their child will be transported. 9. Permission forms for routine trips were not being updated annually. 10. Written parental permission forms for field trips and/or routine trips were not being maintained on file for at least one year from the date of the trip. 11. Other: [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Child Medical and Enrollment Records5180:2-13-15
In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care”, as required, for the items in numbers 16, 17, 1, 4, 12, 14, 8, 18, 10, 13, 11, 15 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information 9. Additional information for all boxes checked “yes” 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardian’s signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Child name missing from top of each enrollment page 17. Not on current DCY 1234 (8/2025) form TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae 18. Questions on page 3 not answered Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Child Medical and Enrollment Records5180:2-13-15
In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number 1 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year 9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the child’s parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions 11. Other [ ] Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026 TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae Rules In-Compliance/Not Verified P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-02 Voluntary Temporary Compliant Closure [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-02 Change of Location Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-02 Informationin OCLQS —_| Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-02 Provider Medical Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-03 Inspection Compliant Requirements [Rule Status | Documenting Statementi(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-04 Building Requirements Compliant for Type B Homes [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-04 Flammable and Compliant Combustible Materials in a Type B Home P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-04 Heaters in a Type B Compliant Home P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-07 Staff Records [Compliant TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13 Written Policies and Compliant Procedures [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-07 Type B Provider - Foster | Compliant Parent [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ——o a | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Compliant Requirements [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-08 Whistle Blower Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-09 Background Checks Compliant ee | Rule i Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable eo a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-10 Professional Compliant Development | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable es a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ae a sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae PRule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable Oe a [Rule sd Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-12 Carbon Monoxide Compliant Detectors - Type B Only [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a ™ ee [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-13 Clean environment and | Compliant equipment P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-14 Ratio and Supervision Compliant for Field and Routine Trips PRule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae —o a | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-15 Health Conditions Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-15 Child Records Retention | Compliant and Confidentiality [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 Emergency Drills Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 First Aid Kit/Standard Compliant Precautions [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 Emergency Compliant Preparedness and Response Plan [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-17 Materials and Compliant Equipment [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ——oe a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable ae a | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-19 School Age Supervision | Compliant re | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-21 Evening and Overnight Compliant Care [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-20 Sleep and Nap Compliant Requirements [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-20 Crib and Playpen Compliant Requirements | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-21 Sanitary Environment Compliant and Hygiene P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae | Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable “oe a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a a [Rue sd Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-24 Swimming Sites Compliant re [Rue i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-24 Parent Permission for Compliant Swimming [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-25 Medication Compliant Requirements
- Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan5180:2-13-16
During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 "Medical, Dental and General Emergency Plan" were not followed as noted in number 4 below: 1. The plan was not posted on each level of the home used for child care. 2. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete. 3. The location of the first aid kit, fire extinguisher and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete. 4. The telephone number for local emergency management agency was not complete. 5. Location of children's records was not complete. 6. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed i the event of an evacuation was not complete. 7. The current version of the prescribed form was not used. 8. The plan was not implemented when necessary in that [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026 sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth
- Attendance5180:2-13-18
During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8 below. All attendance needs completed in live time for both written attendance and Kinder Connect. 1. No attendance record was being maintained. 2. The attendance record was not being consistently completed. 3. The record did not include the name of at least one child. 4. The record did not include the birth date of at least one child. 5. The record did not include the assigned group. 6. The record did not include the child’s weekly schedule. TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae 7. The record did not include the time (hours and minutes) of each child’s arrival and departure to the program, including transportation by the program. 8. The original attendance record was not kept at the program for a period of one year. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Meals and Snacks5180:2-13-22
During this inspection, it was determined that food was not stored in a safe manner as noted in number 1 below: 1. The refrigerator did not maintain a temperature of 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below; 2. Milk was not refrigerated for approximately ( ) minutes after being served; 3. Food was observed thawing on the counter; 4. Spoiled food was served to children. 5. Other []. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Meals and Snacks5180:2-13-22
During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 1 below. 1. The menu was not posted. 2. The posted menu was not in a visible place readily accessible to parents. 3. The menu was not currently dated. 4. The entire menu was substituted. 5. At least one item on menu did not match what was served. 6. The meal or snack served did not match the posted menu. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Infant Bottle and Food Preparation5180:2-13-23
During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were not on file, as required by this rule. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Infant Daily Care5180:2-13-23
During the inspection, it was determined that the written record used to document infant routines and activities did not meet the requirements as noted in number 1 below: 1. A daily written record was not provided to the parent or person picking up the infant on a daily basis. 2. Food intake was missing. 3. Sleeping patterns was missing. 4. Times and results of diaper changes was missing. 5. Information about daily activities was missing. sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026