Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School

Licensed Child Care Center
· Lexington, Ohio

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About Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School

Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School is a licensed child care center located in Lexington, Richland County, Ohio, run by Ashten Vavra.
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 August 2018, Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School has served the community for over 7 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

385 West Main Street

Lexington, OH 44904

Richland County

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Contact

Administrator

Ashten Vavra

Administrator 2

Nicolle Cherry

ncherry@ymcanco.org

Phone

419-522-3511

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2180018107
Initial License Date: 2018-08-20
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary 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. Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary 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 Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School currently licensed in Ohio?

Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2018-08-20. 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 Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary School accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary 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 Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary 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 Y Kids Club @ Western Elementary 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.