OTTAWA HEAD START
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
3 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: 3
Last refreshed
April 1, 2026
Latest inspection
November 24, 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
- OTTAWA HEAD START
- License number
- 503724
- Location
- 1205 E. THIRD, Ottawa, OH 45875
- Status
- 3
- Safety grade
- B (Good), score 82.4/100
- Inspection record
- 3 inspections, last inspected November 24, 2025
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
10
Total Violations
Nov 24, 2025
Last Inspection
N/A
Capacity
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (10)
During the inspection, it was determined that required documentation for substitutions for fluid milk was not on file as noted in number 3 below:1. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physicians assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when infants up to 12 months of age are served anything other than formula or breast milk.2. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physicians assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when infants and toddlers 12 months of age up to 24 months of age are served anything other than unflavored whole homogenized vitamin D fortified cow's milk, breast milk, or non-cow milk substitution that is nutritionally equivalent to milk.3. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physicians assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when toddlers and children 24 months of age and older are served anything other than unflavored one per cent milk that is vitamin A and D fortified, unflavored fat free or skim milk that is vitamin A and D fortified, or non-cow milk substitutions that are nutritionally equivalent to milk.4. Written parental consent for non-cow milk substitutions that are nutritionally equivalent to milk for children 12 months of age and older.5. The program did not have the type of milk on-site to ensure that all children were served age-appropriate fluid milk. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined that the programs procedure for brushing teeth was not sanitary, as noted in number 1 below, as required.1. The toothbrushes were not labeled.2. The toothbrushes were not stored with bristles to air dry in a manner to prevent contact with other toothbrushes or surfaces.3. The toothpaste from a common tube was not dispensed on individual clean pieces of paper or a paper product for each child.Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined a child with a condition that required a JFS 01236 "Child Medical/Physical Care Plan" had been present and the program did not ensure there was at least one child care staff member caring for the child at all times who had signed the JFS 01236 on the child's condition. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan for Child Care were not followed as noted in number 1 below:1. The plan was not posted in each classroom.2. The plan was not posted in other spaces used by children. 3. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.4. The location of first aid kit, fire extinguishers and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.5. The telephone number for emergency squad, fire department, hospital, poison control program, public children services agency, local health department, local emergency management agency, and police department were not complete.6. Location of childrens records was not complete.7. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed in the event of an evacuation was not complete. 8. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.9. The plan was not implemented when necessary in that [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of 25% 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 6 , 8 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 [ ] Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined that the administrator did not have scheduled hours of availability to meet with parents, or the hours of availability were not posted in a noticeable location. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
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 6 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 teacher space that children walk through.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 the [ ] area.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: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that medication, medical foods and/or topical products did not meet the requirement(s) for administering medication, medical foods, and/or medical products as noted in number 3 below:1. The medication, medical food, or topical product was no longer needed and had not been removed from the program.2. The medication, medical food, or topical product had expired and had not been removed from the program.3. The prescription label had expired.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the records, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for completing a JFS 01299 Incident/Injury Report as noted in number(s) 6,11,and 17 below: 1. The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child became ill or received an injury which required first aid treatment.2.The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child was transported to a source for emergency assistance.3. The JFS 01299 was not completed when a child received a bump or blow to the head.4. The JFS 01299 was not completed when an unusual or unexpected incident which jeopardized the safety of a child or employee of a program.5. The parent or a person picking up the child did not receive the JFS 01299 on the day of the incident.6. The program information (program name, number, address) was incomplete on the JFS 01299.7. Childs name was incomplete on the JFS 01299.8. Childs birthdate was incomplete on the JFS 01299.9. Name of person(s) responsible for the child at the time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.10. Number of children present in the group at the time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.11. Date and/or time of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.12. Whether or not parents were contacted was incomplete on the JFS 01299.13. Complete summary of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.14. Accurate summary of the incident was incomplete on the JFS 01299.15. Name and/or signature of the person completing the form was incomplete on the JFS 01299.16. The JFS 01299 was not kept on file at the program for at least one year.17. Action Taken not completedTechnical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined that the administrator (JW) had not completed the required rules review course provided by this Department for program administrators within the time period defined in this rule. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OTTAWA HEAD START's safety grade?
OTTAWA HEAD START has a safety grade of B (Good) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 82.4 out of 100.
How many violations does OTTAWA HEAD START have?
OTTAWA HEAD START has 10 total violations on record, including 1 critical, 1 serious, and 8 minor.
When was OTTAWA HEAD START last inspected?
OTTAWA HEAD START was last inspected on November 24, 2025.