Busy Bees Family Child Care

Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
· Kettering, Ohio

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About Busy Bees Family Child Care

Busy Bees Family Child Care is a licensed type a family child care home located in Kettering, Montgomery County, Ohio, run by Patricia Bechstein.
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 2019, Busy Bees Family Child Care has served the community for over 6 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

2512 Bending Willow Dr.

Kettering, OH 45440

Montgomery County

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Contact

Administrator

Patricia Bechstein

busybees.pb@gmail.com

Phone

937-613-8949

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
Program Number: 2190020026
Initial License Date: 2019-08-09
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Busy Bees Family Child Care

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Busy Bees Family Child Care'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. Busy Bees Family Child Care 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 Busy Bees Family Child Care currently licensed in Ohio?

Busy Bees Family Child Care is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2019-08-09. 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 Busy Bees Family Child Care accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Busy Bees Family Child Care 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 Busy Bees Family Child Care?

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 Busy Bees Family Child Care?

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.