A Mother'S Instinct

Licensed Type B Family Child Care Home
Akron, Ohio

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About A Mother'S Instinct
  • A Mother'S Instinct is a licensed type b family child care home located in Akron, Summit County, Ohio.
  • This program has not yet received a Step Up to Quality rating but meets all state licensing requirements and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
  • There are 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles for families to compare, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

853 Mercer Ave

Akron, OH 44320

Summit County

Contact

Program Details

Program Type
Licensed Type B Family Child Care Home
Program Number
2240030976
Initial License Date
2025-10-16
License Expiration
2026-10-15

Common Questions About A Mother'S Instinct

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does A Mother'S Instinct's SUTQ rating of "Not Rated" mean?

Not Rated does not mean low quality. Many excellent licensed providers — including newer programs or those who have not yet enrolled — do not participate in SUTQ. All licensed Ohio providers must meet baseline health and safety requirements regardless of rating. Verify this provider's license at childcaresearch.ohio.gov. Learn more about SUTQ on our FAQ page.

Is A Mother'S Instinct currently licensed in Ohio?

A Mother'S Instinct is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2025-10-16. License expiration on record: 2026-10-15. 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 A Mother'S Instinct accept PFCC child care assistance?

YesA Mother'S Instinct 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 A Mother'S Instinct?

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 A Mother'S Instinct?

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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