RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE

2420 SAINT PARIS PIKE, Springfield, OH 455040
C

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

4 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 0

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

February 10, 2026

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
RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE
License number
1180017913
Location
2420 SAINT PARIS PIKE, Springfield, OH 45504
Status
0
Safety grade
C (Average), score 78.3/100
Inspection record
4 inspections, last inspected February 10, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

C
Average78.3 / 100
Health68/100
Safety99/100
Staffing57/100
Compliance96/100

23

Total Violations

Feb 10, 2026

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (23)

MINORSTAFFING5180-37:04Feb 10, 2026

During the inspection and review of staff files, in-service hours were not obtained during the school year as defined by rule from July first through June thirtieth.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

SERIOUSSTAFFING5180-37:04Feb 10, 2026

During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have evidence of criminal background checks to meet the requirements for the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) when serving children under publicly funded child care or head start programs.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSHEALTH5180-37:04Feb 6, 2025

During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used to count in ratio did not have evidence of a signed medical statement on or before the first day of employment.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

MINORSTAFFING5180-37:04Feb 6, 2025

During the inspection and review of staff files, preschool staff licensed by the department did not have evidence of ten in-service hours annually.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

MINORSAFETY3301-37:07May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that policies did not require posting emergency numbers by each telephone. Emergency numbers were not posted by the telephone. Numbers were posted over the sink.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING3301-37:07May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that staff members did not secure a signed statement from parent indicating desire to be included in the roster.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING3301-37:07May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that staff members did not prepare a roster and make it available to each parent.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH3301-37:08May 17, 2023

During the inspection, and a review of children's files, it was determined that the medical statements were not updated every thirteen months from the date of examination. Three students had medical statements that had expired and there was no evidence of contact made with parents.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE3301-37:02May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that each parent was not provided with a parent handbook that includes notifying parents of developmental screening services available under section 619 and Part C of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE3301-37:02May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that each parent was not provided with a parent handbook that includes how to obtain copies of inspection reports.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE3301-37:02May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that each parent was not provided with a parent handbook that includes notifying parents of early and periodic screening, diagnosis and treatment (EPSTD).

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and review of staff files, preschool staff licensed by the department did not have evidence of ten in-service hours annually. One staff member did not have evidence of 15 professional development hours.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation of the required orientation training prescribed by the department completed within thirty days of the start date. One staff member had not completed the orientation.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have evidence of criminal background checks that meet the requirements. One staff member's BCI/FBI had expired. The last check was on 2-18-15.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSHEALTH3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and a review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation to meet requirements. Different staff members were missing different documents. One was missing proof of education, one ODE Orientation, one current BCI check, and one medical statement with a date.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and review of staff files, at least one person onsite does not have a current age appropriate course in CPR from an approved provider. Two staff members did not have evidence of current CPR training.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and review of staff files, at least one person onsite does not have a current age appropriate course in first aid from an approved provider. Two staff members did not have evidence of current First Aid training.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSHEALTH3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used to count in ratio did not have evidence of a signed medical statement by a licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or a certified nurse practitioner. The medical statement did not have a date.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING3301-37:04May 17, 2023

During the inspection and review of staff files, background checks were not updated every five years.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING3301-37:07May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that staff members did not prepare a roster including the name and telephone number of the child and of the child's parent.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH3301-37:07May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that policies did not require posting medical and dental emergency procedures in each preschool classroom and by each telephone. Medical and dental emergency procedures were not posted by telephone. They were posted over the sink.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSHEALTH3301-37:07May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that an employee who has not completed a drug administration training administered medication

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided

MINORHEALTH3301-37:07May 17, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions of a licensed physician or licensed dentist as appropriate are not on file.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE's safety grade?

RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 78.3 out of 100.

How many violations does RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE have?

RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE has 23 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 8 serious, and 15 minor.

When was RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE last inspected?

RIDGEWOOD SCHOOL, THE was last inspected on February 10, 2026.

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