Child Care

There are a variety of childcare options available in Ohio. The Department of Children and Youth have a child care search tool to help you find the early care and education program that meets your needs.

You can search by location, type of program, days/hours of operation, services provided and Step Up To Quality rating. You can also review:

• Care Environment
• Program Activities
• Staffing
• Emergency Procedures
• Early Learning and Development Curriculum
• License Status
• Accreditationn
• Inclusive designation

Head Start

Head Start is a federally funded school readiness program for prenatal Mothers, and children birth to age five. Head Start provides services to eligible children and families in the areas of early learning, health, and family well-being, while engaging parents and guardians as partners, every step of the way. Head Start includes preschool programs that serve children 3 – 5 years old, and Early Head Start programs for infants, toddlers, and pregnant women. Eligibility for Head Start is based on family income at or below the poverty level according to the Poverty Guidelines published by the federal government. Children in foster care, children experiencing homelessness, and children from families receiving public assistance, such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are eligible regardless of income.

Professional Support for Families

Are you or your child's team interested in learning more about strategies and resources that promote engagement and participation in their early care and education setting? The Early Childhood Center of Excellence have specialists available who can help you. Connect With the Team.