Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike

Licensed Child Care Center
· Columbus, Ohio

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About Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike

Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike is a licensed child care center located in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, run by Jill Bowe.
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 January 2011, Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike has served the community for over 15 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

660 Harrisburg Pike

Columbus, OH 43223

Franklin County

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Contact

Administrator

Jill Bowe

licensing@cleverbeeacademy.com

Phone

614-227-0652

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 411340
Initial License Date: 2011-01-03
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike'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. Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike 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 Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike currently licensed in Ohio?

Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2011-01-03. 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 Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike 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 Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike?

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 Clever Bee Academy- Harrisburg Pike?

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.