Ashland West Head Start

Licensed Child Care Center
· Ashland, Ohio

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About Ashland West Head Start

Ashland West Head Start is a licensed child care center located in Ashland, Ashland County, Ohio, run by Denise Swartz.
This program holds a Gold Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio.
Licensed since January 2020, Ashland West Head Start has served the community for over 6 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 1 with a similar program profile.

Location

1797 Seddon Court

Ashland, OH 44805

Ashland County

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Contact

Administrator

Denise Swartz

deniseswartz@knohoco.org

Phone

419-496-0466

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2190020961
Initial License Date: 2020-01-13
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Ashland West Head Start

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Ashland West Head Start'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. Ashland West Head Start 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 Ashland West Head Start currently licensed in Ohio?

Ashland West Head Start is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2020-01-13. 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 Ashland West Head Start accept PFCC child care assistance?

Ashland West Head Start 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 Ashland on our Ashland listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Ashland West Head Start?

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 Ashland West Head Start?

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.