451 Daycare Centers in Cincinnati, Ohio
Browse all 451 daycare centers in Cincinnati, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cincinnati
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Rainbow Child Care Center4.8 score5(20)
1069 Nimitzview Drive, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Rainbow Child Care Center in Cincinnati receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Heidi for creating a nurturing, community-focused environment. Parents consistently report strong child development outcomes, engaging activities, healthy nutrition, and excellent communication. Families express high satisfaction and confidence in the center's preparation of children for kindergarten and beyond.
Caring and dedicated staffDirector Heidi's responsiveness and leadershipLow staff turnoverStrong curriculum and educational outcomes - 2Corban Learning Center4.8 score5(20)
2010 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Corban Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong emotional connections between teachers and children. Parents consistently report their children are excited to attend, benefit from developmental support and creative activities, and experience healthy, structured care in a clean, organized environment.
Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental milestone supporthealthy meals - 3The Little Anderson4.8 score5(20)
8516 Beechmont Avenue, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 104 children
Parents consistently praise Inspiring Hearts Learning Academy (IHLA) for its nurturing, family-centered environment and high-quality care. Staff members are described as warm, loving, and attentive to individual child development, with strong academic preparation evident in children's kindergarten readiness. The facility is commended for excellent communication, enrichment activities, and creating a sense of community through family events.
Individualized care tailored to each child's needsstrong academic curriculum and kindergarten preparationcaring and loving staff who treat children as their owndaily photo updates and communication with parents - 4Happy Hearts & Bright Minds Child Care Center4.72 score4.9(20)
2209 Losantiville Ave, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Happy Hearts & Bright Minds receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, family-oriented environment and exceptional staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, professional care, and genuine engagement with children's development and learning. The center is consistently recommended for creating a safe, comfortable atmosphere where both children and parents feel at ease.
Warm and welcoming staffexcellent daily communication with parentscaring and attentive teachersprofessional organization - 5Busy Building Blocks Academy LLC.4.72 score4.9(20)
4450 Mt. Carmel Tobasco Rd., Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children
Parents consistently praise Busy Building Blocks Academy for its caring, attentive staff and strong educational programs. The director and teachers are noted for treating children as their own, providing individualized lesson plans, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Children reportedly look forward to attending daily and show noticeable developmental progress.
caring and loving staffdedicated director (Jeana)individualized lesson plansstructured yet fun learning environment - 6Primrose School Of Symmes4.72 score4.9(20)
9175 Governor'S Way, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 164 children
Primrose School of Symmes receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, qualified teaching staff and comprehensive curriculum. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere, strong educational programming, and genuine care teachers provide to children from infancy through pre-K.
Dedicated and loving teacherseducational curriculum with diverse learning activitieshealthy meal optionssafe environment - 7Little Footprints Learning Center4.69 score5(11)
3660 Washington Ave, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Little Footprints Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's genuine care, expertise in child development, and compassionate approach. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well in a clean, welcoming environment with excellent communication from leadership.
Knowledgeable and certified staffpassionate teacherspositive environmentstrong child development focus - 8Park Montessori4.67 score5(10)
3317 Creek Rd, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Park Montessori receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and high-quality Montessori curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the school's affordability, beautiful facilities, hands-on learning approach, and strong sense of community, with children expressing genuine enthusiasm for attending.
Caring and attentive teacherstraditional Montessori curriculumpersonalized attention to individual learning stylesaffordable tuition - 9Earth'S Precious Jewels Literacy And Fitness Academy4.64 score5(9)
4600 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Earth's Precious Jewels Literacy and Fitness Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the director Mr. Freddy and staff for being caring, professional, and dedicated to child development. Parents highlight the clean facility, effective communication, quality meals, field trips, and individualized attention to each child's strengths and weaknesses. Multiple reviewers credit the center's kindergarten prep program with setting their children up for academic success.
Supportive and caring director and staffclean and organized facilityquality mealswell-planned field trips - 10The Compass School4.64 score4.8(20)
9370 Waterstone Boulevard, Cincinnati, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children
Parents consistently praise The Compass School (formerly Gardner School) for exceptional care, communication, and curriculum. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited about learning. Staff are described as caring, dedicated, and accessible to parents.
Strong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent daily communication via Brightwheel and parent journalsage-appropriate curriculum and activitieswarm and inviting facilities
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Highest rated daycares in Cincinnati based on parent reviews
Rainbow Child Care Center
1069 Nimitzview Drive, Cincinnati, OH
Rainbow Child Care Center in Cincinnati receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Heidi for creating a nurturing, community-focused environment. Parents consistently report strong child development outcomes, engaging activities, healthy nutrition, and excellent communication. Families express high satisfaction and confidence in the center's preparation of children for kindergarten and beyond.
Corban Learning Center
2010 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Corban Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong emotional connections between teachers and children. Parents consistently report their children are excited to attend, benefit from developmental support and creative activities, and experience healthy, structured care in a clean, organized environment.
The Little Anderson
8516 Beechmont Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Parents consistently praise Inspiring Hearts Learning Academy (IHLA) for its nurturing, family-centered environment and high-quality care. Staff members are described as warm, loving, and attentive to individual child development, with strong academic preparation evident in children's kindergarten readiness. The facility is commended for excellent communication, enrichment activities, and creating a sense of community through family events.
Happy Hearts & Bright Minds Child Care Center
2209 Losantiville Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Happy Hearts & Bright Minds receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, family-oriented environment and exceptional staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, professional care, and genuine engagement with children's development and learning. The center is consistently recommended for creating a safe, comfortable atmosphere where both children and parents feel at ease.
Busy Building Blocks Academy LLC.
4450 Mt. Carmel Tobasco Rd., Cincinnati, OH
Parents consistently praise Busy Building Blocks Academy for its caring, attentive staff and strong educational programs. The director and teachers are noted for treating children as their own, providing individualized lesson plans, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Children reportedly look forward to attending daily and show noticeable developmental progress.
Primrose School Of Symmes
9175 Governor'S Way, Cincinnati, OH
Primrose School of Symmes receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, qualified teaching staff and comprehensive curriculum. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere, strong educational programming, and genuine care teachers provide to children from infancy through pre-K.
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There are 451 daycare centers in Cincinnati, Ohio. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Cincinnati, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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- Address
- 6331 Center Hill Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 939-7794
Childtime Learning Center in Cincinnati receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, engaging activities for children of all ages, and technology features like live classroom cameras and real-time updates. Multiple parents report their children love attending and have seen significant developmental improvements.
- Address
- 312 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 721-7181
- Address
- 5841 Werk Road, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 922-5590
KinderCare Learning Center - Plainfield receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, and child care quality. Parents consistently highlight caring teachers, good communication, and enriching activities. One negative review raises serious safety concerns about inadequate supervision and unexplained injuries.
- Address
- 9455 Plainfield Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 891-5467
Parents consistently praise Youthland Academy of Blue ash for exceptional staff care, strong communication, and creating a welcoming environment where children feel loved and safe. Multiple families report their children eagerly attend daycare and parents trust the center completely. Staff are described as experienced, attentive, and genuinely caring across all age groups.
- Address
- 9280 Plainfield Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 984-9087
- Address
- 9375 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 728-3109
- Address
- 225 Wyoming Ave, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 761-5211
Westwood United Methodist Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents and visitors. The facility is praised for its welcoming community atmosphere, quality children's programs including preschool and summer activities, and strong sense of inclusion across diverse backgrounds. Parents highlight the caring staff, beautiful facilities, and the church's broader community involvement and support programs.
- Address
- 3460 Epworth Ave, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 661-1166
- Address
- 412-416 Anderson Ferry, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 451-4551
All About Kids receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the director Ashley, engaged staff, activities, and communication systems. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including injuries from other children and inadequate supervision. Most reviews highlight a caring, structured environment with good developmental activities.
- Address
- 11210 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 489-5437
- Address
- 3556 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 407-8701
- Address
- 2944 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 533-5980
- Address
- 1740 Langdon Farm Road, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 569-1840
The Kinder Garden School Blue Ash receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational programming as reasons they feel confident leaving their children at this center. Many note significant improvements compared to previous daycare experiences.
- Address
- 10969 Reed Hartman Hwy, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 791-4300
- Address
- 3711 West Fork Road, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 389-1570
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare center for exceptional care, strong staff-parent communication, and developmental support from infancy through pre-K. Children are reported to thrive with engaged, loving teachers and comprehensive amenities including meals, curriculum, and daily updates via app. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center as a trusted, family-oriented environment.
- Address
- 1184 Witt Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 474-5340
- Address
- 435 Crescent Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 821-4118
- Address
- 3173 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 648-0501
- Address
- 2760 Jonrose Ave, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 522-6451
Reviews are polarized with five 5-star ratings praising staff warmth, communication, cleanliness, and curriculum, but four 1-star ratings citing serious concerns including inadequate diaper changes, lack of supervision leading to child injuries, illness management failures, and unsafe transportation practices.
- Address
- 921 Anderson Ferry Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 451-7796
- Address
- 2465 Little Dry Run Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 231-3674
- Address
- 924 Halesworth Drive, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 851-2784
- Address
- 2222 Losantiville Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 702-3380
KinderCare Learning Center in Cincinnati receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, flexible hours, and educational programming. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness and developmental progress, with several mentioning they would not consider moving their children elsewhere. One review cited high teacher turnover and organizational issues under interim management.
- Address
- 7775 Five Mile Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 232-3095
- Address
- 209 Wyoming Ave, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 821-7227
The Goddard School in Cincinnati receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong curriculum using COR Advantage, and positive child development outcomes. The center maintains a 7+ month waitlist due to its reputation for creating a nurturing community environment.
- Address
- 1280 Nagel Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 474-5292
KinderCare Learning Center #737 in Cincinnati receives mixed reviews. While several parents praise the director, staff professionalism, and quality of care, others report serious concerns including aggressive handling of a child resulting in injury, neglect issues, and high pricing ($300/week). The facility appears to have inconsistent service quality.
- Address
- 9959 Arborwood Drive, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 385-0365
- Address
- 6886 Salem Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 231-2423
- Address
- 6100 Drake Rd, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 561-4496
- Address
- 7074 Harrison Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
- Phone
- (513) 353-2700
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