Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare

Licensed Child Care Center
· Kettering, Ohio

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About Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare

Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare is a licensed child care center located in Kettering, Montgomery County, Ohio, run by Abigail Ruddy.
This program holds a Gold Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio.
Licensed since October 1970, Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare has served the community for over 55 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles.

Location

3440 Shroyer Rd

Kettering, OH 45429

Montgomery County

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Contact

Administrator

Abigail Ruddy

abbie@christumc.org

Phone

937-293-1617

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 200249
Initial License Date: 1970-10-22
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare'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. Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare 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 Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare currently licensed in Ohio?

Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 1970-10-22. 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 Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare accept PFCC child care assistance?

Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare 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 Kettering on our Kettering listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare?

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 Christ Church United Methodist Preschool & Childcare?

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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