Brilliant Start Academy

Licensed Child Care Center
· Amherst, Ohio

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About Brilliant Start Academy

Brilliant Start Academy is a licensed child care center located in Amherst, Lorain County, Ohio, run by Kelly Trendle.
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 June 2008, Brilliant Start Academy has served the community for over 17 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

901 Liberty Bell Drive

Amherst, OH 44001

Lorain County

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Contact

Administrator

Kelly Trendle

Administrator 2

Jamie Sheehan

Administrator 3

Carolynn Steindl

kelly@brilliantstart.net

Phone

440-960-0777

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 307463
Initial License Date: 2008-06-06
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Brilliant Start Academy

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Brilliant Start Academy'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. Brilliant Start Academy 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 Brilliant Start Academy currently licensed in Ohio?

Brilliant Start Academy is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2008-06-06. 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 Brilliant Start Academy accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Brilliant Start Academy 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 Brilliant Start Academy?

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 Brilliant Start Academy?

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.