Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Child Care Partner in Ashtabula
At ABC Child Care, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional child care services since 2000, building upon decades of combined experience from our lead professionals. Our mission centers on creating a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, prioritizing their growth, education, and socialization. Licensed by the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services, we maintain rigorous standards through regular inspections and continuous program improvements. Our team of certified educators and caregivers delivers age-specific curricula designed to prepare children for formal education while fostering emotional and cognitive development. With a sprawling facility featuring 18 classrooms, a motor room, cafeteria, and secure playground, we offer comprehensive care that includes nutritional meals and snacks tailored to each age group.Our commitment to transparency and quality is reflected in our USDA-regulated food program and Step Up to Quality ratings. We actively encourage parent participation and maintain open communication to ensure families feel confident in our care. Over three decades of service have solidified our reputation as a trusted leader in early childhood education and care in Ashtabula. Our structured programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children address diverse developmental needs while maintaining a focus on individualized attention. Through consistent innovation and adherence to best practices, we remain dedicated to shaping positive educational foundations for every child entrusted to our care.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Pre-School Care
School-Age Care
Summer Program
Homework Help
Nutritional Meals
Curriculum Development
Parent Participation Programs
Outdoor Play Activities
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in child care services
- Our programs are licensed by the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
- We provide USDA-regulated nutritional meals and snacks
- Our staff includes certified educators with specialized early childhood training
- We maintain a 18-classroom facility with dedicated age-specific environments
Associations and certifications
- Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
- USDA
Services
Infant Care
Our infant care program serves children aged 6 weeks to 18 months with individualized attention in safe, stimulating environments. We provide formula, cereal, and jarred foods while focusing on developmental milestones through age-appropriate activities. Our trained caregivers create nurturing routines that support emotional bonding and early cognitive growth.
Toddler Care
Designed for 18-month to 3-year-olds, this program combines play-based learning with structured activities to develop social skills and cognitive abilities. We emphasize sharing, memory development, and following instructions while providing balanced nutrition through included meals and snacks for daily growth needs.
Pre-School Care
Our preschool program prepares 3-5 year olds for formal education through alphabet, math, and social skill development. Positive reinforcement techniques encourage learning enthusiasm while parent involvement helps build confidence for school transitions. Nutritional meals support children's daily development requirements.
School-Age Care
This service offers structured care for children aged 5-12 before and after school hours with homework assistance and recreational activities. Summer extensions provide full-day care including educational crafts, outdoor sports, and nutritional meals to support continued learning during school breaks.
Nutritional Meals
We provide USDA-regulated nutritional breakfasts, lunches, and snacks tailored to each age group's dietary needs. Our infant program includes formula and baby food while older children receive balanced meals that support their growth and development throughout the day's activities.
People
Larina Spring
Executive Administrator
With over 30 years in childcare, Larina holds a BA in Early Childhood Education and Psychology. She has led ABC Child Care since its 2000 merger, combining two centers into one comprehensive facility. Her career spans teaching and administrative roles since 1992.
Jodi van't Veer
Administrator
Jodi brings 25+ years of experience, starting in 1988 with special education programs. She transitioned from Kinder Care Learning Centers in 1999 and helped merge the two Ashtabula centers. Certified in all age group care, she oversees daily operations and staff training.
Patty Warner
Assistant Administrator
Patty has served since 1998, combining administrative duties with board experience from 1994-1997. Her childcare journey began as a parent enrolling her son in toddler programs. She specializes in parent engagement and program accessibility for local families.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years through specialized programs tailored to each developmental stage.
Are meals included in your programs?
Yes, we provide USDA-regulated breakfast, lunch, and snacks for toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Our team includes certified educators with degrees in early childhood education and specialized training in all age group care.
Do you offer summer care options?
Our expanded summer program provides full-day care with educational activities, crafts, and outdoor recreation for school-age children.
How is your curriculum developed?
We use evidence-based curricula focusing on early literacy, math concepts, and social-emotional development adapted for each age group.
