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55 Daycare Centers in Dublin, Ohio

Browse all 55 daycare centers in Dublin, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dublin

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews β€” daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    A Place To Grow
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    6760 Discovery Blvd, Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 79 children

    A Place to Grow consistently receives praise from parents for its warm, family-like environment and highly engaged, caring staff with strong longevity. Parents highlight the center's superior quality compared to larger chain daycare facilities, noting excellent communication, child development, and genuine staff investment in their children's wellbeing. Multiple families report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving academically and socially.

    Caring and loving stafflow staff turnoverfamily-like atmospherestrong communication with parents (daily sheets and photo updates)
  2. 2
    Bright Star Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    6567 Dublin Center Dr., Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Bright Star Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-like environment and staff dedication. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with smooth transitions and visible developmental progress. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering engaging activities and events.

    Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean and well-maintained facilitysmooth transitions for chi
  3. 3
    Dublin Prep Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    5720 Avery Rd, Dublin, OH Β· Before or After School Daycare Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Dublin Prep Academy receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the school's warm, caring environment and high-quality instruction. Parents consistently report their children are happy, thriving academically and emotionally, and excited to attend. The small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and individualized attention to each child's needs are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

    Small class sizeslow student-teacher ratiocaring and dedicated teachersindividualized attention to student needs
  4. 4

    6700 Rings Rd, Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 87 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for Northwest Chapel church, not the daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available for Northwest Chapel Children's Center. The Google rating shows 0 reviews for the daycare facility.

    None - reviews are for the churchnot the daycare
  5. 5

    6190 Shamrock Ct., Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Jump City Childcare Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and hands-on staff, the owner's daily involvement, and the warm, family-oriented environment that promotes both educational and social development.

    Caring and attentive staffowner involvement and presencewarm and welcoming atmospherechildren happy at drop-off
  6. 6
    Sunny Day Academy
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    255 Bradenton Ave., Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Balanced Family Academy (BFA) for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong staff-parent communication. All reviewers highlight staff warmth, personalized attention, developmental activities, and how quickly teachers learn children's names. Multiple parents emphasize the center's support during challenging situations and daily updates through photos and apps.

    Warm and caring staffpersonalized attentionexcellent communication with parentsdaily updates and photos
  7. 7

    6145 Emerald Pkwy, Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 118 children

    The Gardner School of Dublin receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming community environment. Parents highlight strong child development, excellent communication, and quality facilities that support learning and growth across all age groups.

    Caring and supportive teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesexcellent communication through app updates and photossafe and welcoming environment
  8. 8

    5900 Innovation Drive, Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Foundations Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight excellent staff quality, strong communication through daily photos and updates, and a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

    Caring and attentive teachersexcellent daily communication and photo updateswell-organized facilitywarm and nurturing atmosphere
  9. 9

    7195 Coffman Rd, Dublin, OH Β· Church Daycare Β· Capacity: 152 children

    Dublin Baptist Church's Mom's Day Out program receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the kind and caring teachers, enrichment programs, and summer camp offerings. The facility is part of a welcoming, inclusive church community with strong biblical education and multiple service options.

    Kind and amazing teachersfriendly directorkids enrichment programssummer camp
  10. 10
    Primrose School Of Dublin
    4.47 score
    4.6(19)

    6415 Post Road, Dublin, OH Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 166 children

    Primrose School of Dublin receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, strong Montessori-based curriculum, excellent facilities including an onsite chef, and nurturing family-oriented environment where children thrive academically and socially.

    Caring and professional stafflow teacher turnoverstrong Montessori-style curriculumonsite chef with nutritious meals

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dublin based on parent reviews

A Place To Grow

5(13)

6760 Discovery Blvd, Dublin, OH

A Place to Grow consistently receives praise from parents for its warm, family-like environment and highly engaged, caring staff with strong longevity. Parents highlight the center's superior quality compared to larger chain daycare facilities, noting excellent communication, child development, and genuine staff investment in their children's wellbeing. Multiple families report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving academically and socially.

Caring and loving stafflow staff turnoverfamily-like atmosphere

Bright Star Academy

4.9(20)

6567 Dublin Center Dr., Dublin, OH

Bright Star Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-like environment and staff dedication. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with smooth transitions and visible developmental progress. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering engaging activities and events.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean and well-maintained facility

Dublin Prep Academy

4.9(20)

5720 Avery Rd, Dublin, OH

Dublin Prep Academy receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the school's warm, caring environment and high-quality instruction. Parents consistently report their children are happy, thriving academically and emotionally, and excited to attend. The small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and individualized attention to each child's needs are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

Small class sizeslow student-teacher ratiocaring and dedicated teachers

Northwest Chapel Children'S Center

4.8(20)

6700 Rings Rd, Dublin, OH

Note: The reviews provided are for Northwest Chapel church, not the daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available for Northwest Chapel Children's Center. The Google rating shows 0 reviews for the daycare facility.

None - reviews are for the churchnot the daycare

Jump City Childcare Center LLC

4.7(20)

6190 Shamrock Ct., Dublin, OH

Jump City Childcare Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and hands-on staff, the owner's daily involvement, and the warm, family-oriented environment that promotes both educational and social development.

Caring and attentive staffowner involvement and presencewarm and welcoming atmosphere

Sunny Day Academy

4.7(20)

255 Bradenton Ave., Dublin, OH

Parents consistently praise Balanced Family Academy (BFA) for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong staff-parent communication. All reviewers highlight staff warmth, personalized attention, developmental activities, and how quickly teachers learn children's names. Multiple parents emphasize the center's support during challenging situations and daily updates through photos and apps.

Warm and caring staffpersonalized attentionexcellent communication with parents

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Daycare Centers in Dublin, Ohio

There are 55 daycare centers in Dublin, 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 Dublin, 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 Dublin

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Meadows Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5775 Dublinshire Dr, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 804-0096
Northwest Presbyterian Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6400 Post Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 799-2300
A Place To Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

A Place to Grow consistently receives praise from parents for its warm, family-like environment and highly engaged, caring staff with strong longevity. Parents highlight the center's superior quality compared to larger chain daycare facilities, noting excellent communication, child development, and genuine staff investment in their children's wellbeing. Multiple families report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving academically and socially.

Caring and loving stafflow staff turnoverfamily-like atmosphere
Address
6760 Discovery Blvd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 793-1441
Bright Star Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Bright Star Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-like environment and staff dedication. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with smooth transitions and visible developmental progress. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering engaging activities and events.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean and well-maintained facility
Address
6567 Dublin Center Dr., Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 717-9348
Dublin Prep Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.9

Dublin Prep Academy receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the school's warm, caring environment and high-quality instruction. Parents consistently report their children are happy, thriving academically and emotionally, and excited to attend. The small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and individualized attention to each child's needs are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

Small class sizeslow student-teacher ratiocaring and dedicated teachers
Address
5720 Avery Rd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 818-0502
Northwest Chapel Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Note: The reviews provided are for Northwest Chapel church, not the daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available for Northwest Chapel Children's Center. The Google rating shows 0 reviews for the daycare facility.

None - reviews are for the churchnot the daycare
Address
6700 Rings Rd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 761-0647
Jump City Childcare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Jump City Childcare Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and hands-on staff, the owner's daily involvement, and the warm, family-oriented environment that promotes both educational and social development.

Caring and attentive staffowner involvement and presencewarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
6190 Shamrock Ct., Dublin, OH
Phone
(773) 574-6460
Sunny Day Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Balanced Family Academy (BFA) for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong staff-parent communication. All reviewers highlight staff warmth, personalized attention, developmental activities, and how quickly teachers learn children's names. Multiple parents emphasize the center's support during challenging situations and daily updates through photos and apps.

Warm and caring staffpersonalized attentionexcellent communication with parents
Address
255 Bradenton Ave., Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 718-1717
The Gardner School Of Dublin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Gardner School of Dublin receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming community environment. Parents highlight strong child development, excellent communication, and quality facilities that support learning and growth across all age groups.

Caring and supportive teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesexcellent communication through app updates and photos
Address
6145 Emerald Pkwy, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 717-9677
Foundations Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Foundations Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight excellent staff quality, strong communication through daily photos and updates, and a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent daily communication and photo updateswell-organized facility
Address
5900 Innovation Drive, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 336-1000
Indian Run Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Indian Run Preschool in Dublin receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for Director Julie Stroup's leadership, teacher dedication, and play-based learning approach. However, one parent reported serious concerns including a head injury that went unreported, inadequate bullying intervention, and alleged aggressive teacher behavior, culminating in their child's removal after raising complaints.

Director Julie Stroup's leadership and communicationkind and loving teachersplay-based learning approach
Address
6305 Brand Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 889-8862
Primrose School Of Dublin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Primrose School of Dublin receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, strong Montessori-based curriculum, excellent facilities including an onsite chef, and nurturing family-oriented environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and professional stafflow teacher turnoverstrong Montessori-style curriculum
Address
6415 Post Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 408-3732
Dublin Baptist Church'S Mom'S Day Out
Church Daycare
4.6

Dublin Baptist Church's Mom's Day Out program receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the kind and caring teachers, enrichment programs, and summer camp offerings. The facility is part of a welcoming, inclusive church community with strong biblical education and multiple service options.

Kind and amazing teachersfriendly directorkids enrichment programs
Address
7195 Coffman Rd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 718-0895
Dublin Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Dublin Community Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, play-based learning approach, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report that their children thrive academically and socially while enjoying school, and appreciate the school's individualized attention and excellent parent communication.

Experienced and caring teachers with low staff turnoverplay-based curriculum balanced with academic
Address
81 1/2 Bridge St, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 889-0052
Joyland Preschool / Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Joyland Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and strong educational programs. Parents report excellent communication, engaging themed curriculum activities, and a welcoming environment where children are excited to attend. Multiple families have stayed for several years and would travel significant distances to maintain enrollment.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent teacher-parent communicationstrong educational curriculum with themed weekly activities
Address
5400 Wilcox Rd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 876-1263
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Dublin for its caring, attentive staff who treat children with warmth and respect. The facility is noted as clean and safe with excellent communication through daily updates and classroom livestreams. Children are reported to enjoy attending and benefit from developmentally appropriate learning.

Warm and caring staffclean facilitygood communication with parents (daily pictures and livestream access)
Address
6365 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 717-4747
Radiant Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Radiant Kids receives highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the safe, loving environment, professional management, caring staff, and enrichment activities. Negative reviewers report serious safety and supervision concerns, including lack of curriculum, inadequate staff accountability, and children escaping the facility.

Safe and loving environmentprofessional managementcaring and patient staff
Address
7100 Post Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 889-8369
The Kiddiegrand
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
4500 John Shields Parkway, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 389-0829
Dublin Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Dublin Learning Academy receives mixed reviews. The majority of parents (6 five-star reviews) praise the facility for its clean environment, supportive staff, strong curriculum, and children's academic progress. However, three one-star reviews cite serious concerns about management communication, inconsistent classroom transitions, excessive negative reinforcement, and frequent incident reports.

Clean and modern facilityquality curriculumsupportive and educated s
Address
5900 Cromdale Drive, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 761-1800
The Oxford School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
5700 Blazer Pkwy, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 792-2220
Growing Minds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
6036 Tara Hill Drive, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 389-1380
Life Time Fitness
Child Daycare & Preschools

This is not a daycare facilityβ€”it is a fitness center/gym. Reviews praise the facility's amenities, cleanliness, staff friendliness, and community atmosphere, though some recent members express concerns about crowding, equipment reduction, price increases, and reduced hours.

Spacious layoutextensive equipment and amenities (poolssauna
Address
3825 Hard Rd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 764-1144
Mango'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools

Mango's Place Dublin receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers, who consistently praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, and engaging activities. Parents particularly value the flexible scheduling options and drop-in care availability, with children showing enthusiasm about attending. The center appears to effectively support children's social development and confidence-building in a welcoming environment.

Professional and caring staffflexible schedulingdrop-in childcare options
Address
5601 Woerner Temple Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 790-9970
Jelly Bean Junction
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7100 Muirfield Dr, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 336-3000
Cdcfc Thomas Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
4671 Tuttle Crossing Blvd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 718-8711
Eli Pinney Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
9989 Concord Rd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 798-3570
Wyandot Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5620 Dublinshire Dr, Dublin, OH
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Davis Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2400 Sutter Parkway, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 793-0871
Grizzell Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8705 Avery Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 793-0871
Karrer Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
7245 Tulleymore Drive, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 793-0871

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Frequently asked questions

There are 55 all daycares in Dublin, Ohio. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Dublin, 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
Dublin offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools β€” 33 facilities
  • Headstart Programs β€” 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare β€” 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare β€” 18 facilities
Each type serves different needs β€” 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 Dublin for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dublin 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.