Learning Steps Preschool - Walnut Township
11850 LANCASTER ST, MILLERSPORT, OH 43046Childery Rating: 3/5
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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 licensed school-based preschool program standards, applied because this facility operates a state-funded pre-K classroom. 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
- Public School Pre-K
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Cost
- Free — Ohio licensed school-based preschool
- Public school pre-K programs are state-funded and free to families.
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesProgram Standard
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 12 Toddlers 1:7 14 Preschool 1:14 28 - Preschool standard from the Ohio licensed school-based preschool program; other ages show the OH licensing floor.
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credential
- Bachelor's Degree
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (8), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Children's Records & Files (2). Of 12 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Feb 18, 202612 Findings1 Critical11 Important
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies5180-37:06
During the inspection, it was observed that cleaning and sanitizing supplies stored in a space that is accessible to children in that a disinfectant aerosol spray was on the cubby top in the boys restroom. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/22/2026
- Immunization Records5180-37-08
During the inspection, and a review of children(s) files, it was determined that the health record of each child did not include immunization records.
- Names and Telephone Numbers of Physician and Dentist5180-37-08
During the inspection, and a review of children(s) files, it was determined that the health record of each child did not include the name and telephone number of a dentist in case of emergency.
- Required Background Checks5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have evidence of criminal background checks that meet the requirements. Corrective Action Plan Due: 03/22/2026 Low Risk Non-Compliances
- Individuals Used in Ratio5180-37:04
During the inspection and a review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation to meet requirements.
- Staff Minimum Requirements5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent on file and available for review.
- Orientation Training5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation of the required orientation training prescribed by the department completed within thirty days of the start date.
- Staff Medical Statement5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used to count in ratio did not have evidence of a signed medical statement on or before the first day of employment.
- Staff with Required Health and Safety Trainings5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, at least one staff member did not have a current age appropriate course in CPR from an approved provider within 90 days of hire.
- Staff with Required Health and Safety Trainings 03/17/2026 Page 3 of 11 Hiv Department of ~ Children & Youth5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, at least one staff member did not have a current age appropriate course in first aid from an approved provider within 90 days of hire.
- Licensed Staff In-service Requirement5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, preschool staff licensed by the department did not have evidence of ten in-service hours annually.
- Child Medical Statement5180-37:08
During the inspection, and a review of children's files, it was determined that a medical was not provided for a child three years old or older within 30 days of admission and/or the examination did not occur within twelve months prior to the date of admission.
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