ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER

1210 MILLDALE ROAD, Portsmouth, OH 456623
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Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

6 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 3

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

October 1, 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
ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER
License number
2220026715
Location
1210 MILLDALE ROAD, Portsmouth, OH 45662
Status
3
Safety grade
A (Excellent), score 96.9/100
Inspection record
6 inspections, last inspected October 1, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

A
Excellent96.9 / 100
Health91/100
Safety100/100
Staffing99/100
Compliance100/100

3

Total Violations

Oct 1, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (3)

CRITICALHEALTH5101:2-12-12Jul 19, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being as noted in number(s) 5 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers.2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop. 3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care.4. Electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled. 5. Stacked chairs.6. Employee(s) purse(s). 7. Diaper bags.8. Television not securely anchored.9. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 10. Smoke detector needing batteries replaced.11. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing.12. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.13. A floor surface that was unsafe in that [ ].14. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom.15. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom was not sturdy.16. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom posed a safety hazard in that [ ].17. Telephone cords.18. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following classroom furniture: [ ]. 20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a childs temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards.22. Other [ ].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

MINORHEALTH5101:2-12-13Jul 19, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that at least one piece of equipment, furnishings, or material at the program was not constructed of materials to facilitate cleaning as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. The material had a tear.2. The material was not washable.3. The material was porous.4. The surface was cracked.5. The surface was repaired, but in a manner that still did not facilitate cleaning. 6. Other [ ]. Equipment, furnishings, and furniture shall be constructed of materials to facilitate cleaning. 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

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-12-19Jul 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that children were not supervised while outside the program as noted in number(s) 1 below:1.Child(ren) left unattended outside the facility building. 2.Child(ren) left unattended outside the facility building more than once. 3.Child(ren) left unattended off the programs premises. 4.Child(ren) left unattended during a swimming activity.5. Child(ren) left unattended in a vehicle.6. Child(ren) left unattended inside the building and no adults were present in the building. 7.Other [ ]. Children must be supervised and within sight and hearing of a child care staff member at all times. 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

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Childcare Costs in This Area

INFANT (CENTER)

$751.47/mo

INFANT (FAMILY HOME)

$671.15/mo

PRESCHOOL (CENTER)

$4.33/mo

PRESCHOOL (FAMILY HOME)

$610.44/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER's safety grade?

ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER has a safety grade of A (Excellent) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 96.9 out of 100.

How many violations does ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER have?

ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER has 3 total violations on record, including 1 critical, 0 serious, and 2 minor.

When was ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER last inspected?

ROOTS CHILD CARE CENTER was last inspected on October 1, 2025.

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