The Growing Patch

Licensed Child Care Center
· Akron, Ohio

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About The Growing Patch

The Growing Patch is a licensed child care center located in Akron, Summit County, Ohio, run by Angela Whorton.
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 June 2014, The Growing Patch has served the community for over 11 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

1180 Slosson St.

Akron, OH 44320

Summit County

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Contact

Administrator

Angela Whorton

Administrator 2

Karla Burnham

thegrowingpatchkids@yahoo.com

Phone

330-836-8655

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 100241
Initial License Date: 2014-06-12
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About The Growing Patch

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does The Growing Patch'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. The Growing Patch 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 The Growing Patch currently licensed in Ohio?

The Growing Patch is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2014-06-12. 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 The Growing Patch accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — The Growing Patch 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 The Growing Patch?

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 The Growing Patch?

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.