Parent Resources
Child Care Licensing
Ohio Department of Education Licensing sets minimum standards for:
- Health & Safety
- Staff Ratios
- Staff Education
- Program Requirements
- Nutritious Meals
You can also view past ODE inspection reports for all licensed child care programs in the State of Ohio. The reports will show non-compliance and Serious Risk Rule non-compliance – Here is the 2021 ODE Preschool annual Licensing report. Any concerns or complaints can be addressed to the Ohio Department of Education Ombudsman: (866)-886-3537 option #4
State-Required Preschool Forms
Parent Handbook
Community Resources Defiance County
- Family Services – Defiance County Family and Children first Council
- Funded Programs – United Way of Defiance County
- Help Me Grow Defiance County
- Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities Family Support Services
- Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center/Preschool Intervention Services
- LCMS Life Library – Parent Resources for Child Rearing Issues
- The Artful Parent -sensory play for kids