Safety8
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care0
K-ready7
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt8
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- Ohio SUTQ Gold rated; operated collaboratively by Community Action Akron Summit and Tallmadge City Schools at David Bacon School
- Serves children from age 3 in Tallmadge; any city resident starting at age 3 is eligible to attend
- Federally-funded Head Start model: education, health screenings, nutrition, and family support all included
- School-sited at David Bacon provides seamless transition to Tallmadge City Schools kindergarten
- Parents participate in policy councils and child development workshops as part of program design
Considerations
- Eligibility primarily income-based (poverty guidelines); enrollment may be limited by funding levels
- Preschool-age only (3-4 year olds); does not serve infants or toddlers at this location
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care0
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Over 30 years in operation serving Tallmadge; accredited by ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International)
- Parents describe staff as highly intelligent, friendly, and caring — treating children as if they were their own
- Small, family-like classrooms allow more one-on-one time; shy children noted to blossom in the warm environment
- Preschool through 6th grade plus summer camp (June-August), Christmas Camp, and Spring Break Camp
- Christian values integrated into curriculum while welcoming families of all faiths; affordable play-based learning
Considerations
- Ohio SUTQ Bronze — lower quality rating despite long operational history; limited public review presence
- Preschool requires potty training; no infant or toddler care
- Limited detailed curriculum or staff credential information published online
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care0
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Non-sectarian cooperative preschool established 1973; 98% Facebook recommendation rate from 20 reviewed families
- Age-differentiated classes: 2.5-year parent-child class, plus 3, 4, and 5-year classes with morning and afternoon options
- Low ratios: 1:7 (max 14 children) for 3- and 4-year rooms; 1:8 (max 16) for 5-year class
- One parent with 7 years at the school: It has been a blessing since the very first day with lifelong friendships
- Prepares children for kindergarten through balanced academics and play: math, science, reading, writing, and social-emotional skills
Considerations
- No SUTQ rating; quality unverified by state evaluation framework
- Part-day only (mornings 9-11:30 AM, afternoons 12:30-3 PM); no full-day or before/after school care
- Classes run Tu-Th only (36-week school year); limited days may not suit working families needing 5-day care
Safety5
Curriculum8
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion6
Mgmt8
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Gold — recognized quality program
- A+ Better Business Bureau rating with 15+ years serving local families
- Developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants through school age
- Licensed for up to 140 children; two locations: Tallmadge and North Canton
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers
Considerations
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music6
Infant care0
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Established in 1995 as a self-supporting non-profit of Tallmadge Lutheran Church; serves 100+ children ages 2.5 through Pre-K
- Three program levels: Tiny Tots (3-year-olds), 4-year-old class, and Pre-Kindergarten
- Faith-integrated play-based approach: spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth goals
- Long-standing community presence of nearly 30 years; affiliated with Ohio District LCMS
Considerations
- No SUTQ quality rating; program quality unverified by state evaluation framework
- Limited information about staff qualifications, ratios, or detailed curriculum on website
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