Lillie Mae's Learning Academy, Llc
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.2 / 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.2 / 5
- 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 2 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Step Up to Quality rating of Level 1. 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.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Step Up to Quality Level 1 (Max 5) Learn more →
- 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 (6), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). Of 10 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Mar 25, 202610 Findings1 Critical9 Important
- 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 the program did not protect children from an unsafe item or condition or equipment due to the following numbers 15 and 18 below: 1. Pull cord(s) on the window blind(s). 2. Extension cord(s); electrical cord(s) attached to an object that could result in a severe injury if pulled. 3. Stacked tables. 4. Folding tables. 5. Matches and/or a lighter. 6. Power tool(s). 7. Live wires. 8. Stove(s) that are either on or able to be turned on by a child. 9. Asbestos. 10. Traffic. 11. A body of water. 12. A well. 13. Environmental hazard(s) confirmed by local authorities having jurisdiction over the hazard. 14. A crockpot used to heat bottles. 15. Kitchen knife 16. Large or heavy pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae 17. Marijuana was accessible to children. 18. Screwdriver accessible Any hazardous equipment must be removed, replaced, or repaired and any hazardous condition must be corrected and must be made inaccessible to children. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the item or condition has been removed and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 04/25/2026
- Information in OCLQS5180:2-13-02
During the inspection, it was determined the information in number 4 below was not up to date in the Ohio Child Care Licensing and Quality System: 1. Mailing Address; 2. Telephone Number; 3. Email Address; 4. Days and Hours of Operation; 5. Services Offered; 6. Name of Program, If applicable. sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae 7. Private pay rates. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 04/25/2026
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors - Type B Only5180:2-13-12
During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working carbon monoxide detector on the main level of the home. A working carbon monoxide detector 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: 04/25/2026 Low Risk Non-Compliances
- 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 a field trip or routine trip were not met as listed in number 9 below: 1. Written parental permission was not secured for field trips and/or 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: 04/25/2026
- Vehicle Inspections5180:2-13-14
During the inspection, it was determined that the program had not performed/documented weekly inspections of vehicles used for transporting children. The weekly inspection needs to include the following: 1. A visual inspection of the tires for wear and tire pressure; 2. A visual inspection of headlights, taillights, signals, mirrors, wiper blades, and dash gauges; 3. An inspection for properly functioning child and driver restraints; 4. An inspection for properly functioning doors and windows; 5. An inspection for, and cleaning of, debris from the inside of the vehicle; 6. Other [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 04/25/2026
- 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 4 and 10 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. 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Corrective Action Plan Due: 04/25/2026 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 [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-03 Inspection Compliant Requirements [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), 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 Written Policies and Compliant Procedures P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-07 Type B Provider - 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- Emergency Drills5180:2-13-16
During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item numbers 1-3 below: 1. Monthly fire drills 2. | Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September) 3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 04/25/2026
- 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 7 below for written attendance 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: 04/25/2026
- 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 3 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. sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 04/25/2026
- 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: 04/25/2026