Mercer County Head Start - Celina

Licensed School-Based Preschool
· Celina, Ohio

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About Mercer County Head Start - Celina

Mercer County Head Start - Celina is a licensed school-based preschool located in Celina, Mercer 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, Mercer County Head Start - Celina has served the community for over 14 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles.

Location

585 E Livingston St

Celina, OH 45822

Mercer County

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Contact

test@oclqs.org

Phone

419-586-8300

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed School-Based Preschool
Program Number: 1000020269
Initial License Date: 2011-09-24
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Mercer County Head Start - Celina

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Mercer County Head Start - Celina'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. Mercer County Head Start - Celina 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 Mercer County Head Start - Celina currently licensed in Ohio?

Mercer County Head Start - Celina 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 Mercer County Head Start - Celina accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Mercer County Head Start - Celina 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 Mercer County Head Start - Celina?

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 Mercer County Head Start - Celina?

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.