Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare
Licensed Child Care Center
· Atwater, Ohio
About Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare
- Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare is a licensed child care center located in Atwater, Portage County, Ohio, run by Mallori Dugan.
- 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 July 2017, Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare has served the community for over 8 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.
Location
6785 Waterloo Rd
Atwater, OH 44201
Portage County
Contact
Program Details
- Program Type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Program Number
- 2170013126
- Initial License Date
- 2017-07-21
- License Expiration
- —
Common Questions About Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare
Helpful answers for families researching this provider.
What does Precious Cargo 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. Precious Cargo 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 Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare currently licensed in Ohio?
Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2017-07-21. 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 Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare accept PFCC child care assistance?
Yes — Precious Cargo Preschool & Childcare 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 Precious Cargo 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 Precious Cargo 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.
More questions? Visit our full FAQ page.
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