Helke Early Learning Center

Licensed School-Based Preschool
· Vandalia, Ohio

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About Helke Early Learning Center

Helke Early Learning Center is a licensed school-based preschool located in Vandalia, Montgomery County, Ohio.
This program holds a Gold Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio.
Licensed since August 2012, Helke Early Learning Center has served the community for over 13 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

611 Randler Ave

Vandalia, OH 45377

Montgomery County

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Contact

test@oclqs.org

Phone

937-415-6500

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed School-Based Preschool
Program Number: 1000019840
Initial License Date: 2012-08-13
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Helke Early Learning Center

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Helke Early Learning Center'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. Helke Early Learning Center 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 Helke Early Learning Center currently licensed in Ohio?

Helke Early Learning Center is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2012-08-13. 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 Helke Early Learning Center accept PFCC child care assistance?

Helke Early Learning Center is not currently listed as a PFCC provider in our data. If your family needs child care assistance, you can search for PFCC-accepting providers in Vandalia on our Vandalia listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Helke Early Learning Center?

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 Helke Early Learning Center?

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.