WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3080 WICKLOW RD, Columbus, OH 432043
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Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

3 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 3

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

September 23, 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
WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
License number
1000018032
Location
3080 WICKLOW RD, Columbus, OH 43204
Status
3
Safety grade
A (Excellent), score 93.0/100
Inspection record
3 inspections, last inspected September 23, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

A
Excellent93.0 / 100
Health91/100
Safety91/100
Staffing100/100
Compliance90/100

7

Total Violations

Sep 23, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (7)

MINORHEALTH5180-37:05Sep 23, 2025

During the inspection, it was observed that the center is not cleaned daily and kept in a sanitary condition at all times. The trash can in the PSE classroom was visibly soiled.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

MINORHEALTH5180-37:06Sep 23, 2025

During the inspection, it was observed that furniture and equipment does not meet safety and sanitation requirements. Paint chips and wood with splinters protruding at bottom of sink and a bookshelf needs secured in PSE room 12. Objects on a shelf where children store belongings was piled with items that are unsecure in ECE room 15.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

MINORSAFETY5180-37:06Sep 23, 2025

During the inspection, it was observed that electrical fans did not have protective coverings; and/or easily tipped over; and/or placed so that they are not hazardous to children.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180-37:04Sep 23, 2025

During the inspection, each class/group did not have a lead teacher assigned that meets requirements.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

MINORSAFETY5180-37:05Sep 23, 2025

During the inspection, documentation of a current fire inspection was not on file.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE3301-37:05Sep 24, 2024

During the inspection, it was observed that electrical outlets are not covered in the Preschool Classroom when not in use and there was no documentation on file to indicate the outlets are tamper resistant.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

MINORCOMPLIANCE3301-37:06Sep 24, 2024

During the inspection, it was observed that cleaning and sanitizing supplies stored in a space that is accessible to children in the General Education Preschool Classroom.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

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Childcare Costs in This Area

INFANT (CENTER)

$979.45/mo

INFANT (FAMILY HOME)

$693.62/mo

PRESCHOOL (FAMILY HOME)

$662.4/mo

PRESCHOOL (CENTER)

$735.62/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's safety grade?

WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a safety grade of A (Excellent) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 93.0 out of 100.

How many violations does WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL have?

WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has 7 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 0 serious, and 7 minor.

When was WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL last inspected?

WESTGATE ALTERNATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL was last inspected on September 23, 2025.

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