The Ohio State University Child Care Center, a department of the Office of Human Resources, provides quality child care that allows parents in the university community to participate in and fulfill their responsibilities to the university. Support for academic units is provided by offering opportunities for study and research by students and faculty. The Center provides developmentally appropriate care in a secure, warm environment that encourages the total development of the child. Children are helped to recognize their individuality and special worth, to develop self discipline, and to develop respect for and understanding of individuals different from themselves. Eligibility is verified at time of enrollment by current pay stubs or paid fee statement.
All children are eligible regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap.
A limited number of spaces are available for children identified as needing early intervention service. Children 3-6 years are enrolled through Columbus Public Schools. There is no charge for these early intervention services and wrap-around child care is available for a fee. Contact OSU Child Care Center for information and referral. Children develop understanding of concepts about themselves, others, and the world around them through observation, interacting with people and real objects, and seeking solutions to concrete problems.