Playtime Nursery School

Licensed Child Care Center
· Dayton, Ohio

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About Playtime Nursery School

Playtime Nursery School is a licensed child care center located in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio, run by Terri Sims.
This program holds a Gold Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
Licensed since March 2005, Playtime Nursery School has served the community for over 21 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

821 Whitmore Ave

Dayton, OH 45417

Montgomery County

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Contact

Administrator

Terri Sims

newdlcntr@aol.com

Phone

937-268-4395

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 206290
Initial License Date: 2005-03-23
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Playtime Nursery School

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Playtime Nursery School'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. Playtime Nursery School 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 Playtime Nursery School currently licensed in Ohio?

Playtime Nursery School is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2005-03-23. 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 Playtime Nursery School accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Playtime Nursery School 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 Playtime Nursery School?

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 Playtime Nursery School?

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.