New Hope Early Education Center Head Start

Licensed Child Care Center
· Mount Vernon, Ohio

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About New Hope Early Education Center Head Start

New Hope Early Education Center Head Start is a licensed child care center located in Mount Vernon, Knox County, Ohio, run by Nicholas Medley.
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 2004, New Hope Early Education Center Head Start has served the community for over 21 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 4 with a similar program profile.

Location

11700 Upper Gilchrist Road

Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Knox County

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Contact

Administrator

Nicholas Medley

Administrator 2

Susan Kent

kchs1@knoxheadstart.org

Phone

740-397-9304

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 408247
Initial License Date: 2004-04-25
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About New Hope Early Education Center Head Start

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does New Hope Early Education Center Head Start'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. New Hope Early Education Center Head Start 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 New Hope Early Education Center Head Start currently licensed in Ohio?

New Hope Early Education Center Head Start is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2004-04-25. 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 New Hope Early Education Center Head Start accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — New Hope Early Education Center Head Start 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 New Hope Early Education Center Head Start?

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 New Hope Early Education Center Head Start?

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.