Starlight

Licensed School-Based Preschool
New Philadelphia, Ohio

About Starlight
  • Starlight is a licensed school-based preschool located in New Philadelphia, Tuscarawas County, Ohio.
  • This program holds a Gold Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio.
  • Licensed since August 2024, Starlight has served the community for over a year, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 3 with a similar program profile.

Location

518 Church Ave SW

New Philadelphia, OH 44663

Tuscarawas County

Contact

Program Details

Program Type
Licensed School-Based Preschool
Program Number
1240030288
Initial License Date
2024-08-15
License Expiration

Common Questions About Starlight

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Starlight'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. Starlight 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 Starlight currently licensed in Ohio?

Starlight is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2024-08-15. 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 Starlight accept PFCC child care assistance?

Starlight 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 New Philadelphia on our New Philadelphia listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Starlight?

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 Starlight?

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.

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