MEMES BEGINNING STEPS

3828 ADAIR AVE, Dayton, OH 454050
C

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

7 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 0

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

November 4, 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
MEMES BEGINNING STEPS
License number
2210024930
Location
3828 ADAIR AVE, Dayton, OH 45405
Status
0
Safety grade
C (Average), score 78.9/100
Inspection record
7 inspections, last inspected November 4, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

C
Average78.9 / 100
Health87/100
Safety96/100
Staffing57/100
Compliance67/100

20

Total Violations

Nov 4, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (20)

SERIOUSSTAFFING5180:2-13-23Nov 4, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the required supplies were not available for diaper changing as noted in the following number 1 below: 1. There was no disposable separation material;2. There was no germicidal solution for sanitizing;3. There were no plastic containers or bags for the storage of soiled clothing;4. There was no clean supply of diapers;5. There was no extra change of clothing;6. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-07Nov 4, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the current licensing rules were not available or not available in a noticeable area on the premises. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the rule's requirements.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-11Nov 4, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the fall zone under and around equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as noted in number 1 below:1. The fall surface material had not been properly distributed, turned over or raked as needed.2. The fall surface material was not being used according to manufacturer's guidelines for its use as a fall surface. 3. Other [ ]. The program is required to provide adequate fall zones under and around outdoor play equipment at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-12Nov 4, 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 number 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

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-12Nov 4, 2025

During the inspection, cleaning and sanitizing equipment and supplies were not used or stored properly as noted in numbers 2, 11 below: 1. Cosmetics were accessible to children in the [ ] area.2. Disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in the vehicle used for transportation in the back pocket area of the seat accessible to children.3. Fish food was accessible to children in the [ ] area.4. Hand lotion was accessible to children in the [ ] area.5. Hand sanitizer (for children under 24 months) was accessible to children in the [ ] area.6. Laundry detergent was accessible to children in the [ ] area.7. Powder dish washing soap was accessible to children in the [ ] area.8. Paint cans were accessible to children in the [ ] area.9. Whiteout was accessible to children in the [ ] area.10. Potting Soil was accessible to children in the [ ] area.11. Other potentially hazardous substances, wipes, baby powder, hand sanitizer, and an aerosol can were accessible to children in the diaper changing area.12. Cleaning/sanitizing supplies had not been clearly labeled.13. School-age children were using cleaning supplies, agents and/or equipment without adult supervision.14. A spray aerosol was used in the [ ] group while children were in attendance. 15. Other: [ ].Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance is no longer accessible to children and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-14Nov 4, 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

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-15Nov 4, 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 number 14, 15 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-18Nov 4, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in numbers 7,8 below:1. 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 and from 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-20Nov 4, 2025

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

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-22Nov 4, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 3 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

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-13-10Nov 13, 2024

In review of records, it was determined the Provider and Child Care Staff Member indicated on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the annual professional development requirement as noted in number 1.1. The provider and child care staff member had not completed at least six hours of professional development during the prior fiscal year (7/1/23-6/30/24).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

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15May 2, 2024

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 6 (physician information) 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

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-13-16May 2, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not have a first aid kit onsite 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 11 (working flashlight) 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

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-13-23May 2, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that bottles containing milk or 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

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15Feb 16, 2024

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 (not updated) 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

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-13-23Feb 16, 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, 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-07Jun 22, 2023

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

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-14Jun 22, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that written parental permission was not secured for field trips and/or routine trips off the premises or out of the areas approved for child care, as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-14Jun 22, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that the program had not documented or kept site at program 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-14Jun 22, 2023

In review of records, it was determined the current driver's license for the driver noted on the Employee Record Chart is not kept on file at the program. 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MEMES BEGINNING STEPS's safety grade?

MEMES BEGINNING STEPS has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 78.9 out of 100.

How many violations does MEMES BEGINNING STEPS have?

MEMES BEGINNING STEPS has 20 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 4 serious, and 16 minor.

When was MEMES BEGINNING STEPS last inspected?

MEMES BEGINNING STEPS was last inspected on November 4, 2025.

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