Little Explorers Home Care

Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
· Canal Winchester, Ohio

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About Little Explorers Home Care

Little Explorers Home Care is a licensed type a family child care home located in Canal Winchester, Franklin County, Ohio, run by Cristian Tiburcio.
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.
There are 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles for families to compare, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

6779 Raybear Dr

Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Franklin County

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Contact

Administrator

Cristian Tiburcio

littleexplorers00@yahoo.com

Phone

614-783-9990

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
Program Number: 2240031152
Initial License Date: 2025-04-18
License Expiration: 2026-04-17

Common Questions About Little Explorers Home Care

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Little Explorers Home Care'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. Little Explorers Home Care 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 Little Explorers Home Care currently licensed in Ohio?

Little Explorers Home Care is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2025-04-18. License expiration on record: 2026-04-17. 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 Little Explorers Home Care accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Little Explorers Home Care 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 Little Explorers Home Care?

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 Little Explorers Home Care?

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.