SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC.

7507 YORK ROAD, Parma, OH 441303
B

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

3 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 3

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

January 16, 2026

Provenance

Ohio licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

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Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC.
License number
306008
Location
7507 YORK ROAD, Parma, OH 44130
Status
3
Safety grade
B (Good), score 87.2/100
Inspection record
3 inspections, last inspected January 16, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

B
Good87.2 / 100
Health83/100
Safety97/100
Staffing80/100
Compliance88/100

13

Total Violations

Jan 16, 2026

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (13)

MINORHEALTH5180:2-12-15Jan 16, 2026

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 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 [ ] 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-12-18Jan 16, 2026

During the inspection, it was determined that the method for tracking children in each group did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in number 5 below:1. There was no method in place;2. The method did not include each child's name;3. The method did not include each child's date of birth;4. The tracking method did not remain with the group at all times;5. The tracking method was not updated throughout the day as children entered or left the group.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5101:2-12-12Oct 16, 2024

During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored in the toddler & preschool rooms where children had access to them (in unlocked cabinets at their level), as noted in numbers 2 & 14 below. 1. Bleach. 2. Cleaning agents. 3. Fish tank chemicals. 4. Gasoline. 5. Pesticide. 6. Poison, including insect/rodent poison. 7. Flammable substance. 8. Windshield washer fluid. 9. Aerosol cans. 10. A lawn mower. 11. A weed trimmer. 12. Hedge trimmers. 13. A snow blower. 14. Other potentially hazardous substance, equipment or machinery: Miracle Grow, Disinfecting Wipes & Diaper CreamsProvide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance or item is no longer accessible to children and/or children will not be outside when machinery is in use and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-12-09Oct 16, 2024

In review of the staff records, it was determined that background check requirements had not been followed, for the individual(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as noted in number 1 below:1. The JFS 01177 "Individual Notification of Background Check Review for Child Care" was on file instead of the JFS 01176.2. The JFS 01176 on file was for a different program.Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the correct form is now on file, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-12-15Oct 16, 2024

In review of the children's records, it was determined that the JFS 01236 Child Medical/Physical Care Plan for Child Care did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in number 4 below:1. The JFS 01236 had not been updated as needed and at least annually.2. A separate JFS 01236 had not been used for each condition.3. The program used an old version of the JFS 01236.4. The program did not use the prescribed form for additional signatures of trained staff.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-12-17Oct 16, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that equipment, materials and furnishings provided for indoor and outdoor play did not meet the requirement of the rule as noted in numbers 2 & 3 below.1.Equipment and materials were not varied and adequate to meet the developmental needs of the children.2.Equipment and materials were not provided in a sufficient quantity for all categories so that each child can be actively involved in an activity.3.Play materials were not readily accessible to the children in the toddler classroom.4. Play materials were not arranged in an orderly manner so that children have opportunities to select, remove and replace play materials with minimal assistance during the day in the [ ] classroom.5. Durable, child-sized or safely adapted furniture was not provided for children in the [ ] classroom. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-12-20Oct 16, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that sheets, mattresses and/or mattress covers did not meet the rule requirement as noted in number 4 below:1. At least one crib did not have a sheet.2.At least one sheet was too large.3.At least one sheet was too small.4.At least one sheet was torn.5.The mattress was not at least one and one-half inches thick.6.The mattress was not firm. 7.There was space between the mattress and the sides and end panels of the crib which exceeded one and one-half inches. 8.The mattress cover was not waterproof.9.The mattress cover was torn.10. Other: [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-12-23Oct 16, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that bottles containing breast milk/formula for a particular infant were not labeled with the childs name, date of preparation and date expressed. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-12-22Jul 13, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that required documentation for substitutions for fluid milk was not on file as noted in number 2 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

SERIOUSHEALTH5101:2-12-25Jul 13, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined the program did not obtain signed written permission from the parent prior to administering topical products and lotions, other than hand sanitizer to be used by children older than twenty-four months and lip balm. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-12-12Jul 13, 2023

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 that at least one area of the program or at least one piece of equipment or furniture had chipping or peeling paint. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-12-08Jul 13, 2023

In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statements for the employees listed on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the requirements as listed in number 6 below. 1. A medical statement was not on file for at least one employee;2. The medical statement(s) on file did not have a date of examination within 12 months of the employees first day of employment;3. Date of examination was missing;4. Signature, business address, or telephone number of the licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, certified midwife, or certified nurse practitioner who completed the examination was missing;5. A statement was missing that verifies the employee is: a. Physically fit for employment in a program caring for children; b. Immunized against Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap); c. Immunized against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR);6. Tuberculosis (TB) screening/test information was missing: a. Documentation of the screening process to determine if the employee resided in a country identified by the world health organization as having a high burden of TB and arrived in the United States within the five years preceding the date of application for employment. b. Results of a TB test for employees meeting both criteria in 6a. c. Results of additional testing for employees with a positive TB test. d. Written statement, signed by a representative of the TB control unit, that the employee's TB is no longer infectious or the individual is receiving a TB treatment regimen for employees with a positive TB test. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed employee medical statement, or TB results/documentation, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-12-15Jul 13, 2023

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 4 & 6 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC.'s safety grade?

SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC. has a safety grade of B (Good) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 87.2 out of 100.

How many violations does SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC. have?

SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC. has 13 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 3 serious, and 10 minor.

When was SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC. last inspected?

SMART START LEARNING CENTER,INC. was last inspected on January 16, 2026.

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