MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE

1826 LOTUSHILL DR., Cincinnati, OH 452400
C

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

6 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 0

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

November 21, 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
MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE
License number
2230028791
Location
1826 LOTUSHILL DR., Cincinnati, OH 45240
Status
0
Safety grade
C (Average), score 71.8/100
Inspection record
6 inspections, last inspected November 21, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

C
Average71.8 / 100
Health49/100
Safety91/100
Staffing66/100
Compliance90/100

16

Total Violations

Nov 21, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (16)

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-07Nov 21, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not obtain or maintain the required liability insurance/have a completed JFS 01933 "Liability Insurance Statement for Family Child Care Providers" completed for each child in care. Correct the violation and submit proof of insurance with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-12Nov 21, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined pets at the program were not properly housed or cared for or posed a threat to the safety or health of the children as noted in numbers 5 and 6 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 [ ].A pet that poses a threat to the children shall not be at the program. All pets at the program must receive proper care and housing. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Nov 21, 2025

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 1, and 2 below: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 birth4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination5. 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 care7. 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 child8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year9. 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 rule10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Nov 21, 2025

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 8, 10, 13, 4, 14, 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

SERIOUSSTAFFING5180:2-13-16Nov 21, 2025

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 numbers 12 and 9 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

SERIOUSSTAFFING5180:2-13-23Nov 21, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were not on file, 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

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-04Apr 14, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working smoke alarm on main level of home/daycare. 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

CRITICALHEALTH5180:2-13Apr 14, 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: Approved

MINORSTAFFING5180:2-13-10Apr 14, 2025

In review of records, it was determined the provider had not completed 6 hours of professional development training annually. Please complete 6 hours of professional development training on OCCRA. Trainings will be verified before correction is approved.Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-12Apr 14, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the Type B Home did not have a working carbon monoxide detector in the basement of the home. 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

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-12Apr 14, 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 a surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle cover in the television room. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Apr 14, 2025

In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements and vaccination records were not on file, as required, for Jionni and Jilah. Marsaah was missing the medical statement ODJFS 1305 cover page but had the vaccination records.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Apr 14, 2025

In review of the children's records, it was determined the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care, was missing for Jionni and Jilah.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-16Apr 14, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the written emergency and preparedness and response plan had not been completedSubmit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-07Mar 27, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not obtain a completed JFS 01933 "Liability Insurance Statement for Family Child Care Providers" completed for each child in care. Correct the violation and submit proof of insurance with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15Mar 27, 2024

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 1 below: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 birth4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination5. 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 care7. 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 child8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year9. 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 rule10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan 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 MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE's safety grade?

MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 71.8 out of 100.

How many violations does MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE have?

MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE has 16 total violations on record, including 1 critical, 2 serious, and 13 minor.

When was MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE last inspected?

MAKENZIE & FRIENDS CHILDCARE was last inspected on November 21, 2025.

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