Here To Grow Academy & Preschool

Licensed Child Care Center
· Defiance, Ohio

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About Here To Grow Academy & Preschool

Here To Grow Academy & Preschool is a licensed child care center located in Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio, run by Amanda Zachrich.
This program holds a Silver 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 1 with a similar program profile.

Location

101 W. Rosewood

Defiance, OH 43512

Defiance County

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Contact

Administrator

Amanda Zachrich

Administrator 2

Allison Willitzer

heretogrowchildcare@gmail.com

Phone

419-789-0332

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2250031934
Initial License Date: 2025-05-30
License Expiration: 2026-05-29

Common Questions About Here To Grow Academy & Preschool

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Here To Grow Academy & Preschool's SUTQ rating of "Silver" mean?

Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. Here To Grow Academy & Preschool holds a Silver rating, meaning they meet enhanced quality standards including stronger staff qualifications and curriculum. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.

Is Here To Grow Academy & Preschool currently licensed in Ohio?

Here To Grow Academy & Preschool is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2025-05-30. License expiration on record: 2026-05-29. 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 Here To Grow Academy & Preschool accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Here To Grow Academy & Preschool 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 Here To Grow Academy & 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 Here To Grow Academy & 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.