Alta Head Start Camp Challenge

Licensed Child Care Center
· Youngstown, Ohio

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About Alta Head Start Camp Challenge

Alta Head Start Camp Challenge is a licensed child care center located in Youngstown, Mahoning County, Ohio, run by Margie Diernbach.
This program holds a Gold Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio.
Licensed since August 2016, Alta Head Start Camp Challenge has served the community for over 9 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 2 with a similar program profile.

Location

939 Wilkinson Ave

Youngstown, OH 44509

Mahoning County

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Contact

Administrator

Margie Diernbach

lbeckinger@altaheadstart.org

Phone

330-792-0576

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 100424
Initial License Date: 2016-08-31
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Alta Head Start Camp Challenge

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Alta Head Start Camp Challenge'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. Alta Head Start Camp Challenge 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 Alta Head Start Camp Challenge currently licensed in Ohio?

Alta Head Start Camp Challenge is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2016-08-31. 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 Alta Head Start Camp Challenge accept PFCC child care assistance?

Alta Head Start Camp Challenge 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 Youngstown on our Youngstown listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Alta Head Start Camp Challenge?

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 Alta Head Start Camp Challenge?

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.

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