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Childery

Bufford, Lashawnda

Data last updated · May 2026

Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    3 / 5
  • Process Quality
    Not Available
  • Structural Quality
    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
AgeMax ratioMax group
Infants1:512
Toddlers1:714
Preschool1:1428

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
High School Diploma

Inspection History

1 Inspection Visit Since 2026 · 10 Findings
Most recent: Feb 26, 2026Download Latest Report (PDF)
1 Critical9 Important

Across 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Children's Records & Files (2). Of 10 total findings, 1 was critical.

See the Inspection Visit
  1. Feb 26, 202610 Findings1 Critical9 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 14 below. The potentially hazardous substance or item that posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children in the garage. 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: paint cans. 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: 03/29/2026

    • Written Policies and Procedures5180:2-13

      During the inspection, it was determined the written policies and procedures were not available at the program as required. A copy must be made available onsite for review. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/29/2026 Rules In-Compliance/Not Verified | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-02 Voluntary Temporary Compliant Closure | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-02 Change of Location __| Compliant_ | TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable —, a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(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 Fire Safety for Type B Compliant Homes | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-04 Flammable and Compliant Combustible Materials in a Type B Home [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-04 Heaters in a Type B Compliant Home [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-07 Type B Provider - Foster | Compliant Parent [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Compliant Requirements [Rule sd Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rue i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-09 Background Checks Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-10 Health Training Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-10 Professional Compliant Development [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-11 Indoor Space Compliant ee [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ae a [Rue sd Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable Se a [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae [Rule SSCS Status SD crenting Statements), Papal 5180:2-13-12 Carbon Monoxide Compliant Detectors - Type B Only [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-13 Clean environment and | Compliant equipment | Rule Cd Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable “oe ™ ee | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-13 Handwashing Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-13 Toothbrushing Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-14 Requirements for Field | Compliant and Routine Trips P Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-14 Ratio and Supervision Compliant for Field and Routine Trips | 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 Vehicle Requirements__| Compliant TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-15 Child Records Retention | Compliant and Confidentiality [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 Medical, Dental, and Compliant General Emergency Plan | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 Emergency Drills Compliant re | Rule Cd Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 First Aid Kit/Standard Compliant Precautions [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 Communicable Diseases | Compliant ee Pp Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rue i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable oe a | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-17 Materials and Compliant Equipment [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable —" a sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable oe a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-21 Evening and Overnight Compliant Care [Rule Cd Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-20 Sleep and Nap Compliant Requirements [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-19 Child Guidance Compliant ee [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-20 Crib and Playpen Compliant Requirements [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-21 Sanitary Environment Compliant and Hygiene [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ——o a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a a PRule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae a a [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable oo a [Rue CCSCSC*i Status = Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a a [Rule CSCSC*d Status =| Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-24 Swimming Sites Compliant ee [Rule CSSC*d Status =| Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-24 Parent Permission for Compliant Swimming

    • Inspection Requirements5180:2-13-03

      During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 8/28/2025. The rule requires the program complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/29/2026

    • Safe Environment5180:2-13-12

      Children in care shall be protected from any items and conditions which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number 1 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers. 2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop. 3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care. 4. Electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled. 5. Stacked chairs. 6. Telephone cords. 7. Employee(s) purse(s). 8. Diaper bags. 9. Television not securely anchored. 10. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 11. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child. 12. Chipping or peeling paint. 13. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing. 14. An area rug presented a tripping hazard. sa i Department of hj Children & Youth 15. A floor surface was unsafe in that [ ]. 16. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet. 17. The platform provided for the sink or toilet was not sturdy. 18. The platform provided for the sink or toilet posed a safety hazard in that [ ]. 19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following furniture in that [ ]. 20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a child’s temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards. 22. Other [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/29/2026

    • 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 2 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: 03/29/2026

    • 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 10, 13 and 14 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 sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae 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. Other [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/29/2026

    • Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan5180:2-13-16

      During the inspection, it was determined the program’s written emergency and preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement for training child care staff members and employees on the plan annually as noted in number 1 below: 1. Child care staff members and employees were not trained annually. 2. Written documentation of the training was not kept on file. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/29/2026

    • Attendance Sa I Department of Hj Children & Youth Also Required to Retain the Original Attendance Record at the Program for a Period of One Year5180:2-13-18

      During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in numbers 1 and 2 below: 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. 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: 03/29/2026

    • Infant Bottle and Food Preparation5180:2-13-23

      During the inspection, it was determined that bottles containing milk/formula for a particular infant were not labeled with the child’s name and date of preparation. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/29/2026

    • Medication Requirements5180:2-13-25

      During the inspection, it was determined medication was in the reach of children. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/29/2026 Low Risk Non-Compliances