Great Beginnings Academy

Licensed Child Care Center
· Columbus, Ohio

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About Great Beginnings Academy

Great Beginnings Academy is a licensed child care center located in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, run by Shantal Guzman.
This program holds a Bronze Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
Licensed since November 2022, Great Beginnings Academy has served the community for over 3 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

100 Outerbelt Street

Columbus, OH 43213

Franklin County

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Contact

Administrator

Shantal Guzman

reynoldsburg@greatbeginningsacademy.com

Phone

614-604-9592

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2220027003
Initial License Date: 2022-11-21
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Great Beginnings Academy

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Great Beginnings Academy's SUTQ rating of "Bronze" mean?

Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. Great Beginnings Academy holds a Bronze rating, meaning they meet foundational quality standards above the basic licensing requirements. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.

Is Great Beginnings Academy currently licensed in Ohio?

Great Beginnings Academy is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2022-11-21. 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 Great Beginnings Academy accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Great Beginnings Academy 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 Great Beginnings Academy?

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 Great Beginnings Academy?

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.