The Waddling Pond Daycare

Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
· West Lafayette, Ohio

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About The Waddling Pond Daycare

The Waddling Pond Daycare is a licensed type a family child care home located in West Lafayette, Coshocton County, Ohio, run by Amber Goddard.
This program holds a Silver Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
Licensed since November 2021, The Waddling Pond Daycare has served the community for over 4 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles.

Location

251 E 7TH St

West Lafayette, OH 43845

Coshocton County

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Contact

Administrator

Amber Goddard

thewaddlingponddaycare@gmail.com

Phone

740-610-7149

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
Program Number: 2210025216
Initial License Date: 2021-11-09
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About The Waddling Pond Daycare

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does The Waddling Pond Daycare's SUTQ rating of "Silver" mean?

Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. The Waddling Pond Daycare holds a Silver rating, meaning they meet enhanced quality standards including stronger staff qualifications and curriculum. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.

Is The Waddling Pond Daycare currently licensed in Ohio?

The Waddling Pond Daycare is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2021-11-09. 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 The Waddling Pond Daycare accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — The Waddling Pond Daycare 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 The Waddling Pond Daycare?

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 The Waddling Pond Daycare?

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.