Leads Head Start Utica

Licensed Child Care Center
· Utica, Ohio

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About Leads Head Start Utica

Leads Head Start Utica is a licensed child care center located in Utica, Licking County, Ohio, run by Tyler Keith.
This program holds a Gold Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio.
Licensed since September 2003, Leads Head Start Utica has served the community for over 22 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles.

Location

308 N. Main Street

Utica, OH 43080

Licking County

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Contact

Administrator

Tyler Keith

tkeith@leadscaa.org

Phone

740-892-2532

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 408218
Initial License Date: 2003-09-17
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Leads Head Start Utica

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Leads Head Start Utica'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. Leads Head Start Utica 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 Leads Head Start Utica currently licensed in Ohio?

Leads Head Start Utica is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2003-09-17. 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 Leads Head Start Utica accept PFCC child care assistance?

Leads Head Start Utica 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 Utica on our Utica listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Leads Head Start Utica?

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 Leads Head Start Utica?

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.

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