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279 Daycare Centers in Cleveland, Ohio

Browse all 279 daycare centers in Cleveland, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cleveland

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.

  1. 1

    7801 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

    St. Augustine Manor Child Enrichment Center in Cleveland receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality education provided. Parents consistently describe the center as feeling like family, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and demonstrating strong developmental progress. Multiple families report using the center for extended periods from infancy through kindergarten.

    Caring and professional staffhigh-quality educationnurturing environmentaffordable pricing with 5-Star Step up to Quality rating
  2. 2
    All Around Children
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    7115 Woodland Ave, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    All Around Children receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the center's nurturing environment, quality education, and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental progress, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent communication from staff. The facility is noted for treating children like family while maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.

    Genuinecaring staffStrong child development and learning outcomesExcellent teacher-child relationships
  3. 3
    Jireh Learning Center
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    7724 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    JIREH Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the professional, clean facility and caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the family-oriented approach, educational focus, and strong emotional connections their children develop with staff members. Many report multi-year enrollment and express deep satisfaction with their children's safety and development.

    Professional and patient staffClean facilityFamily-oriented approachEducational programming
  4. 4

    2860 Coventry Road, Cleveland, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 39 children

    This listing appears to be for Plymouth Church in Cleveland, not a Head Start daycare center. Reviews praise the church as a welcoming, inclusive faith community and performance venue with excellent acoustics, parking, and facilities. Reviewers highlight the warm congregation, beautiful architecture, and successful hosting of musical events.

    Welcoming and inclusive communitybeautiful architectureexcellent acousticsample parking
  5. 5

    2610 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise The Music Settlement's early childhood education and music programs as exceptional and transformative. Reviews highlight skilled teachers who effectively nurture student progress and foster a love of music in young learners. The facility itself is well-maintained with professional staff and security.

    Excellent teachersmusic-focused curriculumstudent progress and skill developmentengaging and fun learning environment
  6. 6

    11125 Magnolia Drive, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children

    Parents praise The Cleveland Music School Settlement Preschool as an exceptional music education program with skilled instructors and a nurturing environment. Students show significant progress in music skills across various programs including piano lessons, Jr Jams, combos, and theory classes. The facility is well-maintained with professional teachers who effectively meet students at their level and encourage musical growth.

    Music-focused curriculumskilled and excellent teachersstudent progress and skill developmentpersonalized instruction
  7. 7

    2421 Central Ave., Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Parents consistently praise Bingham Early Learning Center for its welcoming staff, safe environment, and quality care. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's supportive community atmosphere and note their children's happiness and development. One parent attended the center as a child themselves.

    Welcoming and superb staffsafe environmentchild happinessfacility quality
  8. 8

    1355 W 70th St, Cleveland, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews praise the parish facility for its community events, including popular fundraisers and Italian dinners. Parents appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and well-maintained facilities. The location serves as both a religious community and event venue.

    friendly and warm peopleclean facilitiespopular fundraising events (spaghetti dinnerscavatelli feast)
  9. 9
    Our Lady Of Angels
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    3644 Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Our Lady of Angels is a religious facility in Cleveland that receives overwhelmingly positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, caring staff, and strong Catholic faith practices. The facility is noted for its beautiful historic architecture and family-oriented atmosphere.

    welcoming communitycaring staffstrong Catholic faithbeautiful historic church
  10. 10

    7724 Lexington, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

    Lexington-Bell Early Childhood Services is highly regarded by parents as a community-focused daycare with caring, dedicated staff and strong leadership. Parents praise the nurturing environment, quality academics, and emphasis on cultural heritage and male role models. The center is described as a trusted community staple that prepares children well for school.

    Caring and loving staffstrong leadership and directorhomey atmospherefun and engaging teaching

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Cleveland based on parent reviews

St Augustine Manor Child Enrichment Center

5(13)

7801 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH

St. Augustine Manor Child Enrichment Center in Cleveland receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality education provided. Parents consistently describe the center as feeling like family, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and demonstrating strong developmental progress. Multiple families report using the center for extended periods from infancy through kindergarten.

Caring and professional staffhigh-quality educationnurturing environment

All Around Children

4.9(20)

7115 Woodland Ave, Cleveland, OH

All Around Children receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the center's nurturing environment, quality education, and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental progress, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent communication from staff. The facility is noted for treating children like family while maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.

Genuinecaring staffStrong child development and learning outcomes

Jireh Learning Center

5(12)

7724 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH

JIREH Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the professional, clean facility and caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the family-oriented approach, educational focus, and strong emotional connections their children develop with staff members. Many report multi-year enrollment and express deep satisfaction with their children's safety and development.

Professional and patient staffClean facilityFamily-oriented approach

Plymouth Head Start Center

4.9(12)

2860 Coventry Road, Cleveland, OH

This listing appears to be for Plymouth Church in Cleveland, not a Head Start daycare center. Reviews praise the church as a welcoming, inclusive faith community and performance venue with excellent acoustics, parking, and facilities. Reviewers highlight the warm congregation, beautiful architecture, and successful hosting of musical events.

Welcoming and inclusive communitybeautiful architectureexcellent acoustics

The Cleveland Music School Settlement/ The Music Settlement Ohio City

4.8(15)

2610 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH

Parents consistently praise The Music Settlement's early childhood education and music programs as exceptional and transformative. Reviews highlight skilled teachers who effectively nurture student progress and foster a love of music in young learners. The facility itself is well-maintained with professional staff and security.

Excellent teachersmusic-focused curriculumstudent progress and skill development

The Cleveland Music School Settlement Preschool

4.8(15)

11125 Magnolia Drive, Cleveland, OH

Parents praise The Cleveland Music School Settlement Preschool as an exceptional music education program with skilled instructors and a nurturing environment. Students show significant progress in music skills across various programs including piano lessons, Jr Jams, combos, and theory classes. The facility is well-maintained with professional teachers who effectively meet students at their level and encourage musical growth.

Music-focused curriculumskilled and excellent teachersstudent progress and skill development

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Daycare Centers in Cleveland, Ohio

There are 279 daycare centers in Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Cleveland

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Precious Gems Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Precious Gems Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the family-oriented environment, caring staff, and educational curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, flexibility with scheduling, and nutritious home-cooked meals. One negative review mentions poor phone etiquette from staff.

Flexible schedulingclean facilityprofessional and caring staff
Address
18320 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 692-9001
Promises Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Promises Childcare Center for exceptional care, dedicated staff who treat children like family, and a warm, family-like environment. Multiple long-term families report high satisfaction with the center's cleanliness, developmentally appropriate activities, academic support, and flexible scheduling. Parents emphasize feeling complete peace of mind while at work.

Caring and dedicated stafffamily-like atmosphereclean and organized facility
Address
3507 West 117th St., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 941-5437
St.Martin De Porres Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

St. Martin De Porres Family Center is highly regarded as a community resource offering daycare, after-school, and summer programs. Parents praise the caring, helpful staff, clean facilities, nutritious meals, educational activities, and field trips. The organization also provides broader community services including food pantry assistance, senior programs, and support for various populations.

Friendly and caring staffclean facilitymeals provided (breakfast and lunch)
Address
1264 East 123rd Street, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 268-3909
The Magical World Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise The Magical World Childcare & Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and clean, safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and enthusiastic about attending. The center is noted for going above and beyond with activities, field trips, homemade food, and treating children like family.

Caring and patient staffclean facilitysafety features (cameras)
Address
9810 Madison Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 961-6201
A Step Above Daycare Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

A Step Above Daycare Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, safe environment, and ability to serve children from infants through school-age in a nurturing, educational setting. Multiple long-term families (5-8 years) report feeling their children are treated like family and appreciate the open communication and hands-on ownership.

Loving and attentive staffsafe and clean environmentmulti-age capability
Address
10320 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 762-1580
All About The Children Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

All About the Children Childcare in Cleveland receives mostly positive reviews (4 five-star ratings) praising the teachers, safe environment, and open-concept layout that encourages child interaction. However, one one-star review raises concerns about safety, citing the open floor plan, lack of secured classroom doors, and inadequate supervision during pickup.

Licensed owner with 22 years experience14-camera security systemwell-lit parking area
Address
18211 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 481-4411
George L. Forbes Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
14209 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 541-7878
Little Critters Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Critters Early Learning Center in Cleveland receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents emphasize excellent communication, a clean environment, and the teachers' genuine investment in each child's wellbeing and learning. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with the center's activities and support.

Caring and loving staffstrong developmental progressexcellent communication with parents
Address
12625 Lena, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 252-2600
Little Critters Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Critters Too receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently report their children making developmental progress, enjoying daily activities, and feeling safe and comfortable in the center's clean, well-maintained environment. The facility is noted for strong parent communication and community involvement.

caring and loving staffchild developmental progressclean facility
Address
13812 Bellaire, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 252-2600
Cleveland School Of Arts Lower Campus
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Cleveland School of Arts Lower Campus receives consistently positive feedback from prospective and current students who are drawn to its arts-focused curriculum and supportive teaching approach. Students appreciate the school's emphasis on creative development and nurturing environment compared to other Cleveland schools. One parent noted occasional issues with a staff member's behavior but overall praised the administration, teachers, and professional front desk staff.

Address
2501 E 61st St, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 361-0708
Holy Cross Lutheran School
Church Daycare
4.4

Holy Cross Lutheran School in Cleveland receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring teachers, family-like atmosphere, and positive impact on their children's development. The facility is noted for being affordable and welcoming to children of varying temperaments.

caring and kind teacherspositive atmosphereaffordable
Address
4260 Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca West Park Learning And Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise the YMCA West Park Learning and Enrichment Center for its friendly, welcoming staff and quality swim lesson programs. The facility offers affordable programming for all ages with instructors who are described as excellent and supportive. Reviewers appreciate the variety of activities and positive atmosphere despite the facility being smaller than other locations.

friendly and helpful staffquality swim instructionaffordable pricing ($88 for 8 weeks)
Address
15501 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 941-5410
Future Kids Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Future Kids Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the facility as professional, clean, and safe with caring staff. However, some parents report serious concerns including unexplained marks on children, inappropriate content, and inattentive bus drivers using phones while driving.

Professional environmentsafe facilityclean and organized
Address
7100 Denison Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 651-5000
Spanish American Little Footsteps Bilingual Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Spanish American Little Footsteps for its caring, welcoming staff and bilingual education approach. The center is noted for making transitions smooth, maintaining clean facilities, and creating a family-like community atmosphere. Multiple reviewers emphasize that teachers genuinely bond with children and communicate well with parents.

Caring and nurturing staffbilingual/Spanish immersion educationwelcoming environment
Address
4732 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 696-8215
Gordon Square Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Gordon Square Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise for its caring and non-judgmental staff, comprehensive support services, and helpful resources. However, reviews indicate this appears to be a community health center rather than a traditional daycare, offering mental health services, vaccinations, and social support alongside childcare.

Compassionate and caring staffcomprehensive mental health servicesbilingual services available
Address
5209 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 815-0542
Family Intergenerational Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
959 E. 144 Street, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 851-1853
Intergenerational Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
966 E 146 Th Street, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 851-1853
With These Hands
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
12510-12 Buckeye Road, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 921-8103
Future Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Future Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facility, attentive ownership, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple parents note their children's happiness and comfort level at the center.

Professional and friendly staffclean facilityresponsive owner Michelle
Address
12225 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 417-2456
Heart To Heart Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
3095 West 25th St., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 938-6771
Loving Hearts Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Loving Hearts Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, small group sizes, and educational programs. However, one review raised serious concerns about unprofessional behavior from ownership and disrespectful treatment of a child.

Lovingattentive staffsmall group sizes
Address
7600 St.Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 862-8329
Boniface School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews appear to be for a church/parish facility rather than a daycare center. Commenters praise the welcoming and respectful community, with many noting personal history or regular attendance. The facility is described as helpful and friendly.

Welcoming staffrespectful communityhelpful to those in need
Address
3555 W 54th St, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 696-6525
A Jubilee Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

A Jubilee Academy in Cleveland receives consistently high praise from parents. The center is noted for its clean facility, professional and nurturing staff, strong curriculum, and specialized support for speech delays. Children show developmental progress and enjoy attending, with enrichment activities including language instruction, music, and outdoor experiences.

Professional and nurturing staffclean facilityworks with speech delays
Address
15751 Lakeshore Blvd, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 383-9050
Horizon Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Horizon Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the engaged and friendly staff, structured curriculum, and safe learning environment. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and appreciate the staff's communication and responsiveness to concerns. Multiple parents recommend the facility and have enrolled multiple children or plan to do so.

Structured curriculumengaged and friendly staffsafe and warm environment
Address
2285 Columbus Rd, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 344-3000
Market Square Horizon Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Market Square Horizon Education Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising staff engagement, developmental progress, and a welcoming environment. However, one parent reported experiencing favoritism and impatience from a specific teacher in the Blue Room, resulting in their child's dismissal after three weeks.

Staff engagement and reliabilitydevelopmental learning (colorsindependence
Address
2500 West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 930-5437
Murtis Taylor @ Kathryn R. Tyler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
900 E. 105th St., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 283-4400
Childrens Community College Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
8401 Cedar Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 769-5437
Brilliant Minds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1491 W 117th St, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 221-1076
Merrick House Settlement & Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Merrick House Settlement & Day Nursery for its friendly and helpful staff, community resources, and quality programs. The facility is recognized as a well-organized community center offering excellent after-school programs and social services. Families appreciate the supportive environment and staff accessibility.

Friendly and helpful staffMom's First programafter-school programs
Address
1050 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 771-5077
Luving Handz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Luving Handz receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and professional staff, happy children, and structured programming. However, one parent reported serious concerns about sanitation practices and illness transmission at the facility.

friendly staffprofessional staffchildren happy to attend
Address
1885 E. 79th St., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 231-9417

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Frequently asked questions

There are 279 all daycares in Cleveland, Ohio. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Cleveland, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Ohio's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Ohio)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Cleveland offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 220 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 18 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 13 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 28 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Ohio typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Cleveland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cleveland must be licensed by Ohio's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.