Care-A-Lot Learning Center

Licensed Child Care Center
· Botkins, Ohio

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About Care-A-Lot Learning Center

Care-A-Lot Learning Center is a licensed child care center located in Botkins, Shelby County, Ohio, run by Julie Schmerge.
This program has not yet received a Step Up to Quality rating but meets all state licensing requirements.
Licensed since December 1990, Care-A-Lot Learning Center has served the community for over 35 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

108 E South St

Botkins, OH 45306

Shelby County

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Contact

Administrator

Julie Schmerge

msjulie.carealot@gmail.com

Phone

937-693-3367

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 501657
Initial License Date: 1990-12-27
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Care-A-Lot Learning Center

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Care-A-Lot Learning Center's SUTQ rating of "Not Rated" mean?

Not Rated does not mean low quality. Many excellent licensed providers — including newer programs or those who have not yet enrolled — do not participate in SUTQ. All licensed Ohio providers must meet baseline health and safety requirements regardless of rating. Verify this provider's license at childcaresearch.ohio.gov. Learn more about SUTQ on our FAQ page.

Is Care-A-Lot Learning Center currently licensed in Ohio?

Care-A-Lot Learning Center is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 1990-12-27. 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 Care-A-Lot Learning Center accept PFCC child care assistance?

Care-A-Lot Learning Center 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 Botkins on our Botkins listings page, or contact your county Job and Family Services office for a current provider list.

What should I ask when I call Care-A-Lot Learning Center?

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 Care-A-Lot Learning Center?

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.