River'S Learn & Play

Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
Garfield Heights, Ohio

About River'S Learn & Play
  • River'S Learn & Play is a licensed type a family child care home located in Garfield Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
  • 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 December 2020, River'S Learn & Play has served the community for over 5 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

8561 Doll Drive

Garfield Heights, OH 44125

Cuyahoga County

Contact

Program Details

Program Type
Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
Program Number
2200022461
Initial License Date
2020-12-16
License Expiration

Common Questions About River'S Learn & Play

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does River'S Learn & Play'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. River'S Learn & Play 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 River'S Learn & Play currently licensed in Ohio?

River'S Learn & Play is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2020-12-16. 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 River'S Learn & Play accept PFCC child care assistance?

YesRiver'S Learn & Play 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 River'S Learn & Play?

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 River'S Learn & Play?

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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