UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC

1753 KEMPER AVE, Cincinnati, OH 452313
B

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

6 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 3

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

November 19, 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 1, 2026

Provider
UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC
License number
2220026531
Location
1753 KEMPER AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45231
Status
3
Safety grade
B (Good), score 85.9/100
Inspection record
6 inspections, last inspected November 19, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

B
Good85.9 / 100
Health90/100
Safety91/100
Staffing77/100
Compliance84/100

16

Total Violations

Nov 19, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (16)

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-02Nov 19, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the providers license was not in a location visible to parents, as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5180:2-13-16Nov 19, 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 number 6 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

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-12Apr 9, 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 a sharp knife was accessible that 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-16Apr 9, 2025

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

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13Oct 17, 2024

It was determined, the provider had not updated the policies and procedures/handbook. The new one can be found on ODJFS forms, form number is JFS 1312.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-13-07Oct 17, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that Mark Davis was not on the programs organization dashboard in OCCRA. His account also was missing a title and start date.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-16Oct 17, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency preparedness and response plan was not on file. The form number for this 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: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-04May 21, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined the fire extinguisher was expired.Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-22May 21, 2024

During this inspection, it was determined that the refrigerator did not maintain a temperature of 40 degrees Fahrenheit or belowCorrect the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15May 21, 2024

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

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-13-23May 31, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that bottles containing [milk/formula] for a particular infant were not labeled with the childs name and date of preparation. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-12May 31, 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

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15May 31, 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 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

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15May 31, 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 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

MINORSAFETY5101:2-13-16May 31, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item number 1 below:1. Monthly fire drills2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September)3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-20May 31, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that a crib/playpen, assigned to a child, was used for storage. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

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$1,277.35/mo

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$866/mo

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$757.75/mo

PRESCHOOL (CENTER)

$1,004.56/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC's safety grade?

UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC has a safety grade of B (Good) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 85.9 out of 100.

How many violations does UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC have?

UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC has 16 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 2 serious, and 14 minor.

When was UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC last inspected?

UNIQUE KIDS SHINE CHILDCARE, LLC was last inspected on November 19, 2025.

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