Be The Light Early Learning Center

Licensed Child Care Center
· Athens, Ohio

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About Be The Light Early Learning Center

Be The Light Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center located in Athens, Athens County, Ohio, run by Sonja Mahlberg.
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.
Licensed since February 2025, Be The Light Early Learning Center has served the community for over a year, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles.

Location

9111 West Bentbrook Lane

Athens, OH 45701

Athens County

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Contact

Administrator

Sonja Mahlberg

Administrator 2

Christina King

bethelightelc@gmail.com

Phone

740-249-4153

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2250031468
Initial License Date: 2025-02-12
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Be The Light Early Learning Center

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Be The Light Early Learning Center'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 Be The Light Early Learning Center currently licensed in Ohio?

Be The Light Early Learning Center is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2025-02-12. 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 Be The Light Early Learning Center accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Be The Light Early Learning Center 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 Be The Light Early Learning Center?

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 Be The Light Early Learning Center?

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.