Step Up To Quality

At Cleveland Child Care, we believe in providing exceptional early learning experiences that go beyond the basics. That’s why we proudly participate in Step Up to Quality (SUTQ)—Ohio’s three-tier quality rating and improvement system for early learning programs.

Step Up to Quality recognizes and promotes programs that exceed standard requirements, ensuring young learners receive the highest-quality care and education. Grounded in national research, these standards are designed to enhance outcomes for children, preparing them for success in school and beyond.

Key Areas

SUTQ goes beyond the minimum licensing requirements to assess and enhance key areas of early education, including:

  • Learning & Development: High-quality curriculum, assessments, and child screenings;
  • Administration & Leadership: Supportive staff-child interactions, continuous program improvement;
  • Staff Quality & Professional Development: Ongoing education and training for childcare professionals;
  • Family & Community Partnerships: Strong family engagement and access to community resources.

A Commitment to Excellence

Programs that achieve an SUTQ rating—Bronze, Silver, or Gold—have demonstrated a strong commitment to quality. These levels indicate a program’s dedication to providing enriching experiences for children that go above and beyond standard health and safety requirements.

Continuous Growth & Lasting Impact

SUTQ centers implement curricula and assessments aligned with Ohio’s Early Learning and Development Standards and the Science of Reading framework, ensuring children receive evidence-based instruction tailored to their developmental needs. These programs also prioritize continuous improvement, using self-assessments and goal setting to enhance learning outcomes.

Oversight of the program is provided by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), ensuring consistency and excellence across participating centers.

At Cleveland Child Care, we are proud to uphold the values of Step Up to Quality, giving children the best possible start in their early learning journey.

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Parent Testimonials

"Amazing staff. They’re always so supportive and attentive to my son and always provide me with lots of pictures throughout his day while I’m at work!

Caleb D

"My son has loved it from day one ❤️ which is most important to me. The teachers obviously love him and I can tell he loves them all back very much. Happy mama & baby here.

Shardell Y

"Cleveland Child Care is a great child care center, my niece has been going there for 3 years and she’s loves it. The teachers are amazing and they follow a meaningful curriculum.

Nicole P

FAQs

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Yes! CCC is a gold rated, Step Up to Quality program. Step Up to Quality is Ohio’s rating system for learning and development programs.
Building a strong educational foundation is incredibly important and we want our children to be able to graduate high school and pursue their dreams.