Spark Preschool

Licensed Child Care Center
· Westerville, Ohio

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About Spark Preschool

Spark Preschool is a licensed child care center located in Westerville, Franklin County, Ohio, run by Linda Cochran.
This program has not yet received a Step Up to Quality rating but meets all state licensing requirements.
Licensed since March 2025, Spark Preschool has served the community for over a year, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

471 E College Ave

Westerville, OH 43081

Franklin County

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Contact

Administrator

Linda Cochran

info@sparkpreschool.com

Phone

614-682-8488

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2250031471
Initial License Date: 2025-03-24
License Expiration: 2026-03-23

Common Questions About Spark Preschool

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Spark Preschool'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 Spark Preschool currently licensed in Ohio?

Spark Preschool is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2025-03-24. License expiration on record: 2026-03-23. 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 Spark Preschool accept PFCC child care assistance?

Spark Preschool is not currently listed as a PFCC provider in our data. If your family needs child care assistance, you can search for PFCC-accepting providers in Westerville on our Westerville listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Spark Preschool?

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 Spark Preschool?

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.