IBC

4338 HARDING AVE, Cincinnati, OH 452112
D

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

6 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 2

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

January 21, 2026

Provenance

Ohio licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
IBC
License number
2170015309
Location
4338 HARDING AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Status
2
Safety grade
D (Below Average), score 62.6/100
Inspection record
6 inspections, last inspected January 21, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

D
Below Average62.6 / 100
Health36/100
Safety85/100
Staffing68/100
Compliance64/100

25

Total Violations

Jan 21, 2026

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (25)

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-04Jan 21, 2026

The program had not been inspected and approved within 12 months from the date of the last fire approval by the local fire department, as required. Secure and submit an updated fire approval as part of the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-14Jan 21, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined that the program had not performed/documented current 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 programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-11Jan 21, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined that the following hazardous conditions existed in the outdoor play area, as noted in number 15 below: 1. There was broken glass.2. There were tall weeds.3. There was poison ivy.4. There were tree branches.5. There was mold visible.6. The sandbox was contaminated.7. There were thistles with prickers.8. There were bird droppings.9. The outdoor area was littered with trash.10. The trash can was missing a lid.11. The trash was not emptied from the day(s) before.12. The trash can was overflowing with trash.13. The trash can was infested with insects.14. The trash can was visibly dirty.15. Other: firepit ash accessible.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

CRITICALHEALTH5180:2-13-12Jan 21, 2026

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 number 6 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. Immediate access to a knife. 16. Large or heavy pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 17. Marijuana was accessible to children.18. Other: Screwdriver accessible on dining room table. 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 programs 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.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-12Jan 21, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined pets at the program were missing items as noted in number 5 below: 1. The animals cage was dirty with feces.2. The aquarium was unclean.3. The litter box was dirty with feces.4. A pet posed a threat to the safety of a child in that [ ].5. A pet requiring a license did not have a current license.6. Proper inoculation records were not on file at the program for a pet requiring inoculations.7. Children were exposed to the pet's urine and/or feces.8. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING5180:2-13-13Jan 21, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined the handwashing requirements were not being followed by the provider, program staff, residents, or a child in that a child using restroom upon arrival back to the program did not wash their hands. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

CRITICALHEALTH5180:2-13-14Jan 21, 2026

The following items need to be taken on routine trips and field trips:1. First aid supplies;2. JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health information (except routine walks);3. A working cellular phone or other means of immediate communication (not to be used while a vehicle is in motion).During the inspection, it was determined item number 1 and 2 were missing. Submit the programs action plan to meet the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-14Jan 21, 2026

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 childs 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 programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Jan 21, 2026

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 number 3 and 4 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/guardians 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.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5180:2-13-16Jan 21, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not have a first aid kit [onsite/ on the vehicle/ on a field trip] as required, that included all items listed in the appendix A of the rule. The kit(s) were missing the item(s) or the item(s) were not replaced after use and/or expired listed in number 1, 5, 8, 15, and 16 below: 1. One roll of first-aid tape; 2. Individually wrapped sterile gauze; squares in assorted sizes;3. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes;4.Tweezers;5. Gauze rolled bandage;6. Triangular bandage;7. Rounded end scissors;8. Tooth preservation system or fresh chilled liquid milk in which to transport a lost permanent tooth, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where milk is stored if a tooth preservation system is not part of the first aid kit (for programs serving school age children only);9. A working digital thermometer;10. Disposable non-latex gloves;11. A working flashlight;12. An instant cold pack that has not been activated or ice, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where the ice is stored if an instant cold pack is not part of the first aid kit;13. Sealable leak-proof plastic bags in assorted sizes or double bagged plastic bags that can be securely tied for materials soiled with blood or bodily fluids;14. Pocket mask or face shield, appropriate; for all ages of children in care, for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) administration;15. Soap or waterless sanitizer (field trip or transporting away from the program only);16. Bottled water (field trip or transporting away from the program only).Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-18Jan 21, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number 7 below in live time on Kinder Connect1. 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 childs weekly schedule.7.The record did not include the time (hours and minutes) of each childs 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 programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-22Jan 21, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 1 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.Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-14Jul 31, 2025

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 childs 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 programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Jul 31, 2025

In review of the children's records, it was determined the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care, was not updated by the parent on the last page for Ellis.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Jul 31, 2025

In review of of the children's records, it was determined that an updated medical statement was not on file for Ellis.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-16Jul 31, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the programs first aid kit was missing a way to keep milk cold or a tooth preservation kit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-22Jul 31, 2025

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.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-04Jan 23, 2025

The programs fire inspection date was listed in error as 1/15/2024- needs to be changed to 2025. Secure and submit an updated fire approval as part of the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-10Jul 3, 2024

In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for CPR/First aid.Correct the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-13-10Jul 3, 2024

In review of records, it was determined the provider on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the annual 6 hour professional development training requirement.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-13-23Jul 3, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were not on file for Ellis as required by this rule. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15Jan 4, 2024

In review of of the children's records, it was determined that Eli was missing a current medical statement and vaccination record. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15Jul 20, 2023

In review of the children's records, it was determined that the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care", was not the most current form version for Eli and Dominick.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-16Jul 20, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that the required lockdown drills were not completed quarterly.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-11Jul 20, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that the playground did not have adequate fall surface under and around equipment outside. Please add a rubber mat or other fall surface material under the swings. If you plan to not use the slide, the ladder and/or slide will need removed to make inaccessible to children.Any equipment designed for climbing, swinging, bouncing, or sliding needs a fall zone of protective material resilient under and around the equipment in order to protect children in the event of a fall. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes written verification of the discontinued use of this equipment until corrections are made along with a description of the resilient material added, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is IBC's safety grade?

IBC has a safety grade of D (Below Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 62.6 out of 100.

How many violations does IBC have?

IBC has 25 total violations on record, including 2 critical, 2 serious, and 21 minor.

When was IBC last inspected?

IBC was last inspected on January 21, 2026.

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