St Gerard

Licensed School-Based Preschool
· Lima, Ohio

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About St Gerard

St Gerard is a licensed school-based preschool located in Lima, Allen County, Ohio.
This program holds a Gold 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, St Gerard has served the community for over 14 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

1311 N Main St

Lima, OH 45801

Allen County

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Contact

test@oclqs.org

Phone

419-222-0431

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed School-Based Preschool
Program Number: 1000018330
Initial License Date: 2011-09-24
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About St Gerard

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does St Gerard's SUTQ rating of "Gold" mean?

Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. St Gerard holds a Gold rating, meaning they meet Ohio's highest quality standards — the top tier for staff credentials, curriculum, and family engagement. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.

Is St Gerard currently licensed in Ohio?

St Gerard 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 St Gerard accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — St Gerard 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 St Gerard?

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 St Gerard?

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.