Heartland Child Care Center

Licensed Child Care Center
Chesterland, Ohio

About Heartland Child Care Center
  • Heartland Child Care Center is a licensed child care center located in Chesterland, Geauga County, Ohio, run by Patricia Wenzel.
  • 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.
  • Licensed since April 2006, Heartland Child Care Center has served the community for over 19 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

7747 Mayfield Rd

Chesterland, OH 44026

Geauga County

Contact

Administrator
Patricia Wenzel
Administrator 2
Darlene Janke

Program Details

Program Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number
306652
Initial License Date
2006-04-06
License Expiration

Common Questions About Heartland Child Care Center

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Heartland Child Care Center'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. Heartland Child Care Center 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 Heartland Child Care Center currently licensed in Ohio?

Heartland Child Care Center is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2006-04-06. 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 Heartland Child Care Center accept PFCC child care assistance?

YesHeartland Child Care 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 Heartland Child Care 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 Heartland Child Care 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.

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