Guardian Child Care
Licensed Child Care Center
· Carroll, Ohio
About Guardian Child Care
- Guardian Child Care is a licensed child care center located in Carroll, Fairfield County, Ohio, run by Anna Karns.
- This program holds a Bronze Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
- Licensed since December 2001, Guardian Child Care has served the community for over 24 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.
Location
3570 Coonpath Road
Carroll, OH 43112
Fairfield County
Contact
Program Details
- Program Type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Program Number
- 406973
- Initial License Date
- 2001-12-12
- License Expiration
- —
Common Questions About Guardian Child Care
Helpful answers for families researching this provider.
What does Guardian Child Care's SUTQ rating of "Bronze" mean?
Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. Guardian Child Care holds a Bronze rating, meaning they meet foundational quality standards above the basic licensing requirements. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.
Is Guardian Child Care currently licensed in Ohio?
Guardian Child Care is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2001-12-12. 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 Guardian Child Care accept PFCC child care assistance?
Yes — Guardian Child Care 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 Guardian Child Care?
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 Guardian Child Care?
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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