Urban Community School

Licensed School-Age Child Care
· Cleveland, Ohio

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About Urban Community School

Urban Community School is a licensed school-age child care located in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
This program holds a Bronze Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
Licensed since September 2011, Urban Community School has served the community for over 14 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 1 with a similar program profile.

Location

4909 Lorain Ave

Cleveland, OH 44102

Cuyahoga County

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Contact

ldecore@urbancommunityschool.org

Phone

216-939-8330

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed School-Age Child Care
Program Number: 1000018140
Initial License Date: 2011-09-24
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Urban Community School

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Urban Community School's SUTQ rating of "Bronze" mean?

Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. Urban Community School holds a Bronze rating, meaning they meet foundational quality standards above the basic licensing requirements. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.

Is Urban Community School currently licensed in Ohio?

Urban Community School is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2011-09-24. Ohio licensing is administered by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. You can confirm current license status and view compliance history at childcaresearch.ohio.gov.

Does Urban Community School accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Urban Community School is listed as accepting Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC), Ohio's subsidy program that helps income-eligible families cover child care costs. Eligibility and co-pays are based on income and family size. To apply, contact your county Job and Family Services office or visit childrenandyouth.ohio.gov.

What should I ask when I call Urban Community School?

Before enrolling, cover these during your call or tour:

Do you have current openings for my child's age group?
What are your hours and which holidays are you closed?
What is the caregiver-to-child ratio for my child's age?
What experience and certifications do your caregivers hold?
How do you handle illness, medication, and emergencies?
What does a typical day look like for my child's age?
What are all fees — registration, supply, and late pickup?
Do you accept PFCC, Child Care Choice, or other subsidies?

See the full age-specific checklist at our FAQ page, adapted from the Child Care Aware of America Short Notice Checklist.

How up-to-date is the information shown for Urban Community School?

This profile is sourced from the Ohio CCIDS public licensing database, updated periodically by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. PFCC status, SUTQ ratings, administrator names, and contact details may change between updates. Always confirm details directly with the provider and verify the current license status at childcaresearch.ohio.gov.

More questions? Visit our full FAQ page.