Head Start Programs in ZIP 45801 (Lima, OH)

State records list 4 head start programs with a mailing address in ZIP 45801 (Lima, OH).

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Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that combine early education with nutrition, developmental screening, and family support. Programs are generally free for eligible families and prioritize children from low-income households, children in foster care, and children with disabilities.

State licensing data for ZIP 45801

The current data counts 4 head start programss in ZIP 45801; 0 (0%) publish a quality rating. No provider in this ZIP carries a published overall star rating in the current data, so comparison here rests on inspection, staffing, and quality details. 4 of these providers report 40 licensed child care spaces in total.

Providers on record4
With a published overall ratingNone published
Average overall ratingNot published
Highest-rated providerNot published
Ownership mixNot reported
Licensed capacity (total)40

Head Start Programs on record in ZIP 45801

Head Start Program Lima Senior Early Head Start Lima, OH 45801 Capacity 16 Head Start Program Smart Start Development and Learning Center Lima, OH 45801 Capacity 8 Head Start Program Trinity UM Church Center for Creative Child Care Lima, OH 45801 Capacity 8 Head Start Program Trinity UMC Center for Creative Child Care Lima, OH 45801 Capacity 8

What to weigh in ZIP 45801

A practical first step is to check licensing status and inspection history, since that is the backbone of what is publicly known about a program. Then look at the things licensing does not measure - group sizes, caregiver consistency, and how the daily rhythm actually feels to your family.

For families in ZIP 45801, Lima, OH, the key questions are availability and waitlists, tuition and fees, hours of operation, and how caregivers communicate with parents each day. A visit plus direct questions remains the surest way to judge whether a program fits.

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Side-by-side provider data

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipLicensed capacity
Lima Senior Early Head StartHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported16
Smart Start Development and Learning CenterHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported8
Trinity UM Church Center for Creative Child CareHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported8
Trinity UMC Center for Creative Child CareHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported8
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Nearby ZIP codes with head start programs

ZIP 45804Head Start ProgramsZIP 45805Head Start ProgramsZIP 45806Head Start Programs

Frequently asked questions

How many licensed child care spaces are reported in ZIP 45801?
40 licensed child care spaces are reported across 4 providers in ZIP 45801. Licensed capacity is published for child care centers; other provider types do not report it.
Who owns the head start programs in ZIP 45801?
Ownership is not reported for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 45801.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from public state datasets (state child care licensing records and registries; processing date 2026-10-07). Verify current details with the provider before making care decisions.
How do I choose a head start program in ZIP 45801?
To compare Head Start programs, confirm eligibility and application steps, and ask about hours, transportation, meals, and how the program coordinates with services your family already uses. Local programs can differ in schedules and offerings.
How many head start programs are in ZIP 45801?
The current data lists 4 federally funded head start programs with a mailing address in ZIP 45801 (Lima, OH).
What is the average quality rating for head start programs in ZIP 45801?
The state does not publish quality ratings for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 45801. Inspection and quality information is still available for each provider.

About the data

Data source: public state licensing datasets including state child care licensing records and registries (processing date 2026-10-07). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is provided for general information only.

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