LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY

5860 GAINES RD, Cincinnati, OH 452470
F

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

6 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 0

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

May 27, 2025

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
LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY
License number
2190020697
Location
5860 GAINES RD, Cincinnati, OH 45247
Status
0
Safety grade
F (Poor), score 18.8/100
Inspection record
6 inspections, last inspected May 27, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

F
Poor18.8 / 100
Health3/100
Safety58/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance4/100

33

Total Violations

May 27, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (33)

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-04May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working smoke alarm on the main level of the home. A working smoke alarm must be placed, installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

CRITICALSTAFFING5180:2-13-07May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained. MiKenna needs removed from the organization's dashboard. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALHEALTH5180:2-13May 27, 2025

On the day of the inspection, the programs written policies and procedures provided to the parents/guardians and employees was missing item number 15 below: General Information1. Name, address, email address and telephone number.2. Description of the providers program philosophy.3. Days and hours of operation, scheduled closings and basic daily schedule.4. Staff/child ratios and group size.5. Opportunities for parent involvement in activities.6. Opportunities for parents to meet with the provider regarding their child.7. Payment schedule, overtime charges and registration fees if applicable.8. Programs shall have a policy in place describing supports for onsite breastfeeding or pumping for mothers who wish to do so (if the program serves infants or toddlers). Provider Policies and Procedures9. Enrollment including required enrollment information.10. Care of children without immunizations.11. Attendance including procedures for arrival and departure, the program's absent day policy, releasing child to persons other than the parent, releasing a child according to a custody agreement and follow up when a child scheduled to arrive from another program or activity does not arrive.12. Supervision of children, including a separate supervision policy for school-age children, if applicable.13. Child guidance.14. Suspension and expulsion.15. Ensure compliance with the Americans and Disabilities (ADA) including administering medication to children with disabilities and administering care procedures for children with disabilities.16. Outdoor play, including limitations placed on outdoor play due to weather or safety issues (considerations may include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, wind chill, ozone levels, pollen count, lightning, rain or ice). 17. Food and dietary policy, including information regarding meeting one-third of the child's recommended daily dietary allowance, policy regarding formula, breast milk, meals, and snacks and policy on providing supplemental food. 18. Management of illness including isolation precautions, symptoms for discharge and return, notification of parent of ill child and whether or not the provider will care for sick children.19. Summary of procedures taken in the event of an emergency, serious illness or injury.20. Administration of medication and topical products policy, medical foods, modified diets, and whether school age children are permitted to carry their own medical and ointments.21. Transportation policy for field trips, routine walks, if applicable, and emergencies including if the provider will provide child care services to children whose parents refuse to grant consent for transportation to the source of emergency treatment.22. Water activities/swimming.23. Infant care, if applicable, including feeding, frequency of diaper checks, and information about daily activities.24. Sleeping, napping and resting.25. Evening and overnight care, if applicable.26. Policy on hours of operation, closing due to weather, school delays or closings and any other factors.27. Use of a substitute child care staff member or child care staff member pursuant to 5101:2-13-08 of the Administrative Code for sick days, vacations or other time off.28. Situations that may require disenrollment of a child, if applicable.29. Problem or issue resolution for parents or employees to follow when needing assistance in resolving problems related to the family child care home.30.Formal screenings and assessments conducted on enrolled children and if the program reports child level data to ODJFS pursuant to Chapter 5101:2-17 of the Administrative Code.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSTAFFING5180:2-13-08May 27, 2025

In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member Donetta had not completed the Family Child Care Orientation training.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSTAFFING5180:2-13-09May 27, 2025

In review of the staff records, it was determined that background checks were not updated every five years for employee Donetta.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176, or a copy of the preliminary approval or a statement that the individual(s) are no longer engaged in assigned duties and are not near children until the preliminary approval has been received, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSTAFFING5180:2-13-10May 27, 2025

In review of records, it was determined the provider and staff Donetta had not completed at least six hours of professional development.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALHEALTH5180:2-13-16May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement or was missing the information in number 1 below:Procedures:1. The written emergency and preparedness and response plan had not been completed2. The plan was not provided to all child care staff and employees3. Weather emergencies and natural disasters which include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes4. Emergency outdoor and indoor lockdown or evacuation due to threats of violence which includes active shooter, bioterrorism or terrorism including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated5. Emergency or disaster evacuations due to hazardous materials and spills, gas leaks or bomb threats including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated6. Outbreaks, epidemics or other infectious disease emergencies7. Loss of power, water, or heat8. Other threatening situations that may pose a health or safety hazard to the children in the programDetails:9. Shelter in place or evacuation, how the program will care for and account for the children until they can be reunited with the parent10. Assisting infants, toddlers and children with special needs and/or health conditions11. Emergency contact information for parents and the program12. Procedures for notifying and communicating with parents regarding the location of the children if evacuated13. Procedures for communicating with parents during loss of communications, no phone or internet service available14. The location of supplies and procedures for gathering necessary supplies for staff and children if required to shelter in place15. What to do if a disaster occurs during the transport of children or when on a field trip or routine trip16. Making the plan available to all child care staff members and employees17. Training of staff or reassignment of staff duties as appropriate18. Updating the plan on a yearly basis19. Contact with local emergency management officials20. The plan was unable to be implemented in that, [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-25May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined medication was in the reach of children. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-12May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 132 degrees in the bathroom. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-12May 27, 2025

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 there was a screwdriver accessible to children. This was located in a kitchen drawer.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

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-12May 27, 2025

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 surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-16May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the programs first aid kit was missing a thermometer, rolled gauze, non-latex gloves, CPR Mask, soap, and bottled water.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5180:2-13-02May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the information in number 3 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.7. Private pay rates. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-03May 27, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 11/12/2024. The rule requires the program complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-03Nov 12, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 5/9/2024. The rule requires the program complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSTAFFING5101:2-13-07Nov 12, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined the provider had not created or updated the program's organizational dashboard in the OPR.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13Nov 12, 2024

On the day of the inspection, the programs written policies and procedures provided to the parents/guardians and employees was missing sections in the handbook for compliance with American Disabilities Act and breastfeeding mothers.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSTAFFING5101:2-13-07Nov 12, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that the provider had not updated the programs hours of operation. Provider also working another job during operating hours of daycare.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSTAFFING5101:2-13-10Nov 12, 2024

In review of records, it was determined the provider had not completed 6 hours of professional development training.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALHEALTH5101:2-13-10Nov 12, 2024

In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for CPR/First aid training.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: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-16Nov 12, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that the program's first aid kit was missing rolled gauze, thermometer, and CPR mask. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSAFETY5101:2-13-16Nov 12, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency preparedness and response plan was not on file. This is the new disaster plan- form number is JFS 1251.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-03May 9, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 12/7/23. The rule requires the program complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-16May 9, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that the programs first aid kit was missing rolled gauze.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALHEALTH5101:2-13-15May 9, 2024

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

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALHEALTH5101:2-13-15Dec 7, 2023

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(s) [ 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/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 enrollment for not current Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSAFETY5101:2-13-12Dec 7, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was [ 138 ] in the following room(s) [ in bathroom ]. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

CRITICALSAFETY5101:2-13-04Dec 7, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined the fire extinguisher was not meeting the requirements in the following number(s) [ 1 ] listed below: 1. There was no fire extinguisher. 2. The fire extinguisher was not working.3. The fire extinguisher was not rated at the minimum rating.4. The fire extinguisher had expired.5. The fire extinguisher was not located in the kitchen where food is provided for child care or cooking area.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-12Jun 1, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working carbon monoxide detector in the basement and main level of home where care will be provided. A working carbon monoxide detector must be placed, installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-10Jun 1, 2023

In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for communicable disease and child abuse.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

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-13-10Jun 1, 2023

In review of records, it was determined the Child Care Staff Member(s) indicated on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the annual professional development requirement as noted in number 1.1. The child care staff member(s) had not completed at least six hours of professional development.2. Documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule. 3. Training topic did not meet the requirements listed in appendix A of this rule. 4. Documentation of training did not meet the requirements of this rule. 5. The substitute(s) had been used more than ninety days annually between July first and June thirtieth and had not completed at least six hours of professional development.6. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-12Jun 1, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that surge protectors or outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-12Jun 1, 2023

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. A sealed 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 programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY's safety grade?

LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 18.8 out of 100.

How many violations does LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY have?

LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY has 33 total violations on record, including 20 critical, 2 serious, and 11 minor.

When was LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY last inspected?

LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY was last inspected on May 27, 2025.

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