BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH

5175 S OLD STATE RD, Lewis Center, OH 430350
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Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

3 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 0

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

December 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 1, 2026

Provider
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH
License number
407951
Location
5175 S OLD STATE RD, Lewis Center, OH 43035
Status
0
Safety grade
A (Excellent), score 92.9/100
Inspection record
3 inspections, last inspected December 4, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

A
Excellent92.9 / 100
Health100/100
Safety85/100
Staffing99/100
Compliance85/100

3

Total Violations

Dec 4, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (3)

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE5180:2-12-03Dec 4, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 2/5/25. The rule requires the program to 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

CRITICALSAFETY5180:2-12-12Feb 5, 2025

During the inspection, a potentially hazardous substance, which was determined to not present a serious risk to a child, was not used or stored properly as noted in number 9 below: 1. Cosmetics were accessible to children in the [ ] area.2. Disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in the [ ] area.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. White out was accessible to children in an unlocked drawer in classroom 3.10. Potting Soil was accessible to children in the [ ] area.11. Other potentially hazardous substance [ ] was accessible to children in the [ ] 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 to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-12-08Nov 15, 2023

In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education for the child care staff member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, did not meet the requirements as listed in number 1 below: 1. Verification of completion of a high school education was not on file.2. Documentation was incomplete or not on file for a high school junior or senior who is enrolled in a career-technical program.3. Documentation was not on file for a high school junior or senior who is also enrolled in a college credit program in child development or early childhood education.4. Documentation was not on file for a high school junior or senior who is enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) training program.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

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Childcare Costs in This Area

INFANT (FAMILY HOME)

$866/mo

INFANT (CENTER)

$1,223.22/mo

PRESCHOOL (FAMILY HOME)

$4.33/mo

PRESCHOOL (CENTER)

$4.33/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH's safety grade?

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH has a safety grade of A (Excellent) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 92.9 out of 100.

How many violations does BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH have?

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH has 3 total violations on record, including 1 critical, 1 serious, and 1 minor.

When was BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH last inspected?

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AT BERLIN CHURCH was last inspected on December 4, 2025.

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