Growing Seeds Learning Center
Inspection history
Source: Ohio Department of Children and YouthRecords held from Sep 12, 2023 onward. Earlier visits may exist in the agency’s own files.
Ohio publishes its inspection findings only as scanned report images. The findings shown here were transcribed from those scans; the archived original report linked on each visit is the authoritative record. Findings the inspector handled as technical assistance are not violations and are not listed.
| Date | Kind | Outcome as recorded | Violations | Official record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2026 | Compliance | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed | 1 | Official report · PDF |
| Apr 6, 2026 | Attempted | Fully Compliant | 0 | Official report · PDF |
| Aug 29, 2025 | Compliance | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Partially Addressed | 2 | Official report · PDF |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Provisional | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed | 13 | Official report · PDF |
| Sep 17, 2024 | Provisional | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed | 4 | Official report · PDF |
| Apr 5, 2024 | Prelicense | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed | 4 | Official report · PDF |
Violations
Text reproduced verbatim · Ohio Department of Children and YouthNearly every licensed provider accumulates some. A missing signature and an unlocked medicine cabinet are both “violations”, and they are not the same thing. Look at the class, the pattern over time and how quickly it was corrected — not the count alone.
Class is our grouping of the state’s own weights, reviewed per state. The agency’s own label is always shown beside it.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.
“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM was left alone with children and did not have current valid documentation for training listed in number 14 (Child Abuse) below: 1. First Aid - expired training 2. First Aid - did not have verification of completion of First Aid training 3. First Aid - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 4. CPR - expired training 5. CPR - had not taken CPR training 6. CPR - did not have verification of the completion of CPR training 7. CPR - training taken did not include all age groups the program serves and developmental levels of all children in care 8. CPR - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 9. CPR - audiovisual or electronic media training taken by staff did not include an in-person component of the training 10. Communicable Disease - expired training 11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training 12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of the CD training 13. Communicable Disease - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 14. Child Abuse - expired training 15. Child Abuse - had not taken Child Abuse training 16. Child Abuse - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule Correct the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.
“In review 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/guardian’s 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 [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number 2 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year hier Department of i Le Children & Yout! 9, Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the child’s parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions 11, Other [ ] Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that background checks did not meet the requirements of the rule for the person(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart as noted in number(s) 4 below: 1. The request for a background check for child care was not submitted in the OPR. 2. The fingerprints were not submitted electronically according to the process established by BCI. 3. The individual(s) had engaged in assigned duties or were near children and preliminary approval from ODJFS was not on file. 4. Background checks were not updated every five years. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176, or a copy of the preliminary approval or a statement that the individual(s) are no longer engaged in assigned duties and are not near children until the preliminary approval has been received, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number(s) 2 below: 1. No attendance record was being maintained. 2. The attendance record was not being consistently completed. 3. The record did not include the name of at least one child. 4. The record did not include the birth date of at least one child. 5. The record did not include the assigned group. 6. The record did not include the child’s weekly schedule. 7. The record did not include the time (hours and minutes) of each child’s arrival and departure to the program, including transportation by the program. 8. The original attendance record was not kept at the program for a period of one year. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item number(s) 1,2,3 below: 1. Monthly fire drills 2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September) 3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that required documentation for substitutions for fluid milk was not as file noted in number 4 below: 1. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physician's assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when Infants up to 12 months of age were served anything other than formula or breast milk. 2. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physician's assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when Infants and toddlers 12 months of age up to 24 months of age were served anything other than unflavored whole homogenized vitamin D fortified cow's milk, breast milk, or non-cow milk substitutions that is nutritionally equivalent to milk. 3. Written instructions from a licensed physician, physician's assistant, or certified nurse practitioner when toddlers and children 24 months of age and older are served anything other than unflavored one percent 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. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that the Ohio Communicable Disease Chart was not posted as required, as indicated in the number(s) 1,2 below: 1. Ina location readily available to provider, child care staff members, employees, and residents; 2. The chart was not posted. 3. The posted chart was not the current version and the Child Care Manual Procedural Letter No. 159 was not posted next to the chart. 4. The posted chart was not displayed in the size available in the ODJFS forms central to be easily read. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were not on file/updated, as required by this rule. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the rule's requirements.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that the written record used to document infant routines and activities did not meet the requirements as noted in number(s) 1 below: 1. A daily written record was not provided to the parent or person picking up the infant on a daily basis. 2. Food intake was missing. 3. Sleeping patterns was missing. 4. Times and results of diaper changes was missing. 5. Information about daily activities was missing. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of records, it was determined the provider did not have current valid documentation for training(s) listed in number(s) 1 & 4 below: 1. First Aid - expired training 2. First Aid - did not have verification of the completion of First Aid training 3. First Aid - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule Chir Department of i Le Children & Yout! 4. CPR - expired training 5. CPR - had not taken CPR training 6. CPR - did not have verification of the completion of CPR training 7. CPR - training taken did not include all age groups and developmental levels of all children in care 8. CPR - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 9, CPR- audiovisual or electronic media training taken did not include an in-person component of the training 10. Communicable Disease - expired training 11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training 12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of CD training 13. Communicable Disease - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 14. Child Abuse - expired training 15. Child Abuse - had not taken Child Abuse training 16. Child Abuse - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule Correct the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statements for those individuals listed on the Employee Record Chart did not include the required information listed below in number(s) 1. 1. A medical statement was not on file; 2. The medical statement(s) on file were not dated within 12 months of the individual's 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 individual 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); Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed medical statement, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider was not meeting the following requirements, as noted in number(s) 2 below: 1. The provider no longer resides at the licensed location. 2. The licensed provider has additional activities/employment during operating hours, in that the provider is actively owning and operating another business outside of the home daycare. 3. The provider was not on-site for 75 percent of the program’s operating hours as required by this rule. 4. The provider did not have hours of availability to meet with parents a noticeable location. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that documentation was not on file at the program to meet the requirements of this rule for the employee(s) and/or child care staff members, as noted on the Employee Record Chart. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in number(s) 2,8 below: 1. The provider had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR. Chir Department of i Le Children & Yout! 2. The provider had not updated the program's organizational dashboard in the OPR. 3. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR. 4. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created an employment record in the OPR for the program on or before the first day of employment, including date of hire. 5. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles in the OPR within five calendar days of the change. 6. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's scheduled days and hours changed. 7. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's group assignments changed, if applicable. 8. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated with the employment end date within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member ended employment. 9, At least one resident over the age of eighteen had not created a profile and employment record for the family child care provider within five days of becoming a resident or turning eighteen. 10. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five calendar days of a change in residency for at least one resident over the age of eighteen. 11.Other: [] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM did not have current valid documentation for training(s) listed in number(s) 1, 4, 14 below: 1. First Aid - expired training 2. First Aid - did not have verification of completion of First Aid training 3. First Aid - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 4. CPR - expired training 5. CPR - had not taken CPR training 6. CPR - did not have verification of the completion of CPR training 7. CPR - training taken did not include all age groups the program serves and developmental levels of all children in care 8. CPR - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule hier Department of i Le Children & Yout! 9. CPR - audiovisual or electronic media training taken by staff did not include an in-person component of the training 10. Communicable Disease - expired training 11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training 12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of the CD training 13. Communicable Disease - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 14. Child Abuse - expired training 15. Child Abuse - had not taken Child Abuse training 16. Child Abuse - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule Correct the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.
“During the inspection, it was determined the provider's license was not in a location visible to parents, as required. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined the JFS 01201 "Dental First Aid" was not completed or posted. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM did not meet health training requirements listed in number (s) 1 below: 1. All health trainings were not completed prior to being left alone with children. 2. First Aid training was not completed within the first ninety days of hire. 3. CPR training was not completed within the first ninety days of hire. 2. Communicable Disease training was not completed within the first ninety days of hire. 3. Child Abuse training was not completed within the first ninety days of hire. Correct the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) or substitute child care staff member(s) did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training as noted in number(s) 1 below: 1. The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member. 2. No documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016. 3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR. 4. A child care staff member had sole responsibility of children and had not completed the online orientation. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.
“During the inspection, it was determined that an area was used which was not protected from traffic and other hazards by a continuous fence in good condition, or natural barrier, that ensured children were not able to leave the playground area. The fence or natural barrier was determined to present an immediate risk for a child to be able to leave the playground as noted in number 1 & 10 below: 1. The fence, natural barrier, or combination of fence and natural barrier was not continuous. 2. The fencing had missing slat boards through which children could leave the playground. 3. The gate was broken and did not close. 4. The latch on the gate was broken. 5. The gate had no latch. 6. The fencing was broken. 7. The latch was easily opened by children on the playground. 8. The latch was not engaged to prevent children from opening the gate. 9. The portable fencing approved for use by the Department was not being used. 10. Other- The proposed temporary barrier system was not permanently anchored causing stability issues and was an accordion gating design that poses a pinching/entrapment hazard. Provide a space for outdoor play which is well defined by a continuous fence or natural barrier and protected from other hazards. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, cleaning and sanitizing equipment and supplies were not used or stored properly as noted in number(s) 6 & 15 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 Laundry Room between the child care bathroom and infant room 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 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: Cleaning agents and bleach products stored on the washer and dryer between the infant room and child care bathroom. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance is no longer accessible to children and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined pets at the program were not properly housed or cared for or posed a threat to the safety or health of the children as noted in number- 5 below: 1. The animal’s cage was dirty with feces. 2. The aquarium was unclean. 3. The litter box was dirty with feces. 4. A pet posed a threat to the safety of a child in that []. 5. A pet requiring a license did not have a current license. 6. Proper inoculation records were not on file at the program for a pet requiring inoculations. 7. Children were exposed to the pet's urine and/or feces. 8. Other [ ]. A pet that poses a threat to the children shall not be at the program. All pets at the program must receive proper care and housing. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
“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 children were not protected from the following item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number(s) 13 & 14 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. Telephone cords, 7. Employee(s) purse(s). 8. Diaper bags. 9. Television not securely anchored. 10. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 11. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child. 12. Chipping or peeling paint. 13. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing. 14. An area rug presented a tripping hazard. 15. A floor surface was unsafe in that [ ]. 16. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet. 17. The platform provided for the sink or toilet was not sturdy. 18. The platform provided for the sink or toilet posed a safety hazard in that [ ]. 19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following furniture in that [ ]. 20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a child’s temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards. 22. Other [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”
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