Earned the highest management score in Youngstown. This dimension reflects director responsiveness, communication, operational consistency, and the overall tone families experience from leadership.
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childcare
Happy Campers Learning Center at 518 E. Indianola Ave. in Youngstown, OH is a women-run, NAEYC and Cognia-accredited center-based provider licensed since 2008, offering comprehensive care and education for children before and after school, plus evening and overnight options. With Gold-rated status in Step Up To Quality and a strong 4.4-star Google rating, the center distinguishes itself through PFCC voucher acceptance and participation in Ohio PROMISE, which serves children with special needs. Extended hours, meals, field trips, and transportation, combined with Head Start and Ohio Preschool Program participation, make it a resource-rich option for working families seeking flexible, inclusive childcare in Youngstown.
Safety5.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management8.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Programs & activities: Before school care, after school care, evening care, overnight care, meals, field trips, transportation. Offers Head Start and Ohio Preschool Program options.
What sets it apart: Gold rating in Step Up To Quality system. Accredited by NAEYC, NECPA, and Cognia. Participates in Ohio PROMISE Program (serves children with special needs). Licensed since December 2008. Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Accepts publicly funded child care vouchers.
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