Ray, Deena
334 KELLY ST NW, NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH 44663Childery 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.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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Step Up to Quality rating of Bronze. 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 Bronze (1 out of Max 3) 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 Building & Premises Safety (2), Children's Records & Files (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). Of 6 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
May 7, 20266 Findings1 Critical5 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 that children were not protected from the following sa i Department of hj Children & Youth item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number 22 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. 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: During inspection it was observed that medication was kept in the refrigerator door and a box of espresso stirring needles were left on counter where children have access. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 06/07/2026
- Safe Environment5180:2-13-12
During the inspection, it was observed that a sealed container of alcohol was observed in a space approved or used for child care as noted in the following number 1 below: 1. A sealed container was observed but children in care did not gain access to the alcohol. 2. Asealed container of alcohol was observed but children in care were not observed in the space at the time of the inspection. These items must be removed or stored in space not approved or used for children as required. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 06/07/2026
- 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 14 and 16 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. Other : During inspection it was observed that a child's name was missing on a page Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 06/07/2026
- 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(s) [ ] below: sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae 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 : During inspection it was observed that in the immunization section, neither Section B nor Section C was "x'd", though section B was dated and initialed for 2 children Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 06/07/2026 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 TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-03 Inspection Compliant Requirements | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-04 Building Requirements Compliant for Type B Homes [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-04 Fire Safety for Type B Compliant Homes [Rule sd 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 i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13 Written Policies and Compliant Procedures sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae PRule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-07 Type B Provider - Foster | Compliant Parent [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ON a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-08 Child Care Staff Compliant Requirements [Rule sd 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 Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-10 Health Training Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-10 Professional Compliant Development [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable —ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a PRule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae ee a | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a a [Rule 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 [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable es “™ ee [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-13 Handwashing Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable 5180:2-13-14 Requirements for Field Compliant and Routine Trips [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-14 Ratio and Supervision Compliant for Field and Routine Trips [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a [Rue i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable a a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-15 Child Records Retention | Compliant and Confidentiality [Rule Status | Documenting Statements), 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 ee [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-16 First Aid Kit/Standard Compliant Precautions [Rue i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable aoe a P Rule Status | Documenting Statements), If applicable — a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable oe a TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae [Rule ——~S™S~S~S~SSSSS*SdS Status ——~SCSS~*dicmenting Statements), applicable 5180:2-13-17 Materials and Compliant Equipment [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ——ew a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-19 Supervision Compliant re | 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 ee a P 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 — a P Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-22 Food Handling [Compliant TG i Department of ~ Children & Youth (a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable ee a [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable — a [Rule i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-23 Infant Bottle and Food Compliant Preparation [Rue i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable “™ ee | Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-24 On-site Pools Compliant re [Rule Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-24 Swimming Sites Compliant ee p Rue Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-24 Parent Permission for Compliant Swimming [Rue i Status | Documenting Statement(s), If applicable 5180:2-13-25 Medication Compliant Requirements
- 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 2 below: 1. Child care staff members and employees were not trained annually. 2. Written documentation of the training was not kept on file. sa i Department of ~ Children & Youth ae Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Corrective Action Plan Due: 06/07/2026
- Sleep and Nap Requirements5180:2-13-20
During the inspection, it was determined that cots or mats did not meet the requirements as noted in number 1 below: 1. The program did not have a cot, mat, bed, or couch for each child. During inspection it was observed that if there were over 5 children taking a nap, then more mats would be needed. 2. A child was sleeping [on the floor, at the table, on a bean bag chair, on a chair]. 3. Frames were bent/broken. 4. Covers were torn. 5. Cots were missing bolts. 6. Cots were sagging. 7. Legs on the cots were broken. 8. Cots did not stand at least 3 inches but no more than 18 inches off the floor. 9. Cots were not at least 36 inches in length and as long as the child is tall. 10. Mats were not at least 1 inch thick and as wide and long as the child assigned. 11. An air mattress designed as a flotation device was used for sleeping/napping. 12. 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: 06/07/2026
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