Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway

Licensed Child Care Center
· Austintown, Ohio

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About Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway

Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway is a licensed child care center located in Austintown, Mahoning County, Ohio, run by Mary Story.
This program holds a Silver Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
Licensed since January 2017, Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway has served the community for over 9 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

3000 Racoon Rd.

Austintown, OH 44515

Mahoning County

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Contact

Administrator

Mary Story

mstory@vcshtelc.org

Phone

330-727-1120

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 100437
Initial License Date: 2017-01-06
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway's SUTQ rating of "Silver" mean?

Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway holds a Silver rating, meaning they meet enhanced quality standards including stronger staff qualifications and curriculum. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.

Is Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway currently licensed in Ohio?

Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2017-01-06. 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 Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway 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 Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway?

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 Valley Christian Early Learning Center@ Highway?

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.