Small Steps Day Care

Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
· Tiffin, Ohio

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About Small Steps Day Care

Small Steps Day Care is a licensed type a family child care home located in Tiffin, Seneca County, Ohio, run by Cherie Hulse.
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 January 2003, Small Steps Day Care has served the community for over 23 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 1 with a similar program profile.

Location

1480 N County Road 11

Tiffin, OH 44883

Seneca County

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Contact

Administrator

Cherie Hulse

hulse1480@bright.net

Phone

419-447-7360

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Type A Family Child Care Home
Program Number: 503065
Initial License Date: 2003-01-02
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Small Steps Day Care

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Small Steps Day 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. Small Steps Day 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 Small Steps Day Care currently licensed in Ohio?

Small Steps Day Care is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2003-01-02. 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 Small Steps Day Care accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Small Steps Day 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 Small Steps Day 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 Small Steps Day 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.