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48 Daycare Centers in Hamilton, Ohio

Browse all 48 daycare centers in Hamilton, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hamilton

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

    415 Campbell Dr, Hamilton, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    BCESC Grant Early Learning Center in Hamilton, Ohio receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's care, professionalism, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight significant developmental gains in speech, social skills, and kindergarten readiness, along with supportive family-oriented programming for parents. The center is recognized for individualized attention, early intervention identification, and creating a trustworthy, family-like atmosphere.

    caring and professional staffspeech and developmental supportindividualized child focuskindergarten readiness preparation
  2. 2

    3320 Tylersville Rd, Hamilton, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Creative Beginnings Learning Center receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and clean facility. Parents highlight strong child development support, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

    Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitynutritious meals provideddaily communication with parents
  3. 3

    6558 Liberty Fairfield Rd, Hamilton, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 67 children

    Just Like Home Children's Center is a faith-based childcare facility in Hamilton, Ohio with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the staff's compassionate care, treating children as their own over extended enrollment periods. The center is described as welcoming, family-oriented, and grounded in Christian values.

    Caring and compassionate staffchildren treated as familywelcoming environmentlong-term client retention
  4. 4
    Ross Country Day II
    4.56 score
    4.8(12)

    3697 Rossgate Ct, Hamilton, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

    Ross Country Day II receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, hands-on staff who treat children like family and maintain strong communication with families. Children show enthusiasm for attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten.

    Caring and dedicated teacherspersonalized attention and name recognition for all childrenstrong academic preparationpositive teacher-child relationships
  5. 5
    Ross Country Day
    4.56 score
    4.8(12)

    3715 Rossgate Court, Hamilton, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 176 children

    Ross Country Day receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the caring, hands-on staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm family-like environment, individual attention to children, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. Teachers, particularly Mr. Patrick and Miss Kelly, are frequently mentioned by name as exceptional educators who form lasting bonds with students.

    Caring and dedicated staffhands-on teaching approachclean and organized facilitystrong academic preparation for kindergarten
  6. 6

    1325 Stahlheber Road, Hamilton, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Fitton Family YMCA at Brookwood Elementary in Hamilton, Ohio receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its comprehensive programs including aquatic therapy, swim lessons, childcare, and fitness classes, with staff noted as welcoming, professional, and experienced with special needs. Parents highlight the clean facility, reasonable membership value, and family-oriented environment.

    Experienced and caring instructorsaquatic therapy effectivenessorganized activities for all ageswelcoming staff
  7. 7

    2171 Bridgeport Dr, Hamilton, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 36 children

    Parents praise Fitton Family YMCA for excellent childcare, swim lessons, and aquatic therapy services with experienced staff. The facility is clean, well-organized, and offers diverse programs for families with welcoming service. Special recognition is given to instructors' ability to work with children with special needs and developmental delays.

    Experienced and caring staffexceptional swim instruction and aquatic therapyclean facilitywell-organized activities for all ages
  8. 8

    801 Hoadley Ave, Hamilton, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 36 children

    Parents praise the Fitton Family YMCA for excellent childcare services, welcoming staff, and diverse programming for families. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and safe, with particular commendation for swim instruction and aquatic therapy. Members highlight strong value, friendly atmosphere, and specialized support for children with special needs.

    Experienced and caring staffaquatic therapy and swim lessonschildwatch services (up to 2.5 hours daily)welcoming environment
  9. 9

    1307 Nw Washington Boulevard, Hamilton, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 149 children

    Fitton Family YMCA Preschool in Hamilton, Ohio receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight exceptional childcare services, specialized instruction (particularly aquatic therapy and swim lessons), welcoming staff, and well-organized activities for children and adults. The facility is noted as a safe, clean, family-oriented community center with excellent amenities.

    Specialized instruction for children with special needsexperienced and compassionate staffaquatic therapy and swim lessonschildwatch services up to 2.5 hours daily
  10. 10

    267 Wasserman Road, Hamilton, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 36 children

    Fitton Family YMCA at Ridgeway Elementary receives consistently high praise from parents and members. Reviews highlight excellent childcare services, quality swim instruction (including specialized aquatic therapy for children with special needs), and a clean, well-maintained facility with diverse programs for all ages. Parents appreciate the welcoming staff, reasonable membership value, and comprehensive amenities including pools, fitness classes, and organized activities.

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hamilton based on parent reviews

Bcesc Grant Early Learning Center

5(9)

415 Campbell Dr, Hamilton, OH

BCESC Grant Early Learning Center in Hamilton, Ohio receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's care, professionalism, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight significant developmental gains in speech, social skills, and kindergarten readiness, along with supportive family-oriented programming for parents. The center is recognized for individualized attention, early intervention identification, and creating a trustworthy, family-like atmosphere.

caring and professional staffspeech and developmental supportindividualized child focus

Creative Beginnings Learning Center

4.8(20)

3320 Tylersville Rd, Hamilton, OH

Creative Beginnings Learning Center receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and clean facility. Parents highlight strong child development support, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitynutritious meals provided

Just Like Home Children'S Center

5(8)

6558 Liberty Fairfield Rd, Hamilton, OH

Just Like Home Children's Center is a faith-based childcare facility in Hamilton, Ohio with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the staff's compassionate care, treating children as their own over extended enrollment periods. The center is described as welcoming, family-oriented, and grounded in Christian values.

Caring and compassionate staffchildren treated as familywelcoming environment

Ross Country Day II

4.8(12)

3697 Rossgate Ct, Hamilton, OH

Ross Country Day II receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, hands-on staff who treat children like family and maintain strong communication with families. Children show enthusiasm for attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated teacherspersonalized attention and name recognition for all childrenstrong academic preparation

Ross Country Day

4.8(12)

3715 Rossgate Court, Hamilton, OH

Ross Country Day receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the caring, hands-on staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm family-like environment, individual attention to children, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. Teachers, particularly Mr. Patrick and Miss Kelly, are frequently mentioned by name as exceptional educators who form lasting bonds with students.

Caring and dedicated staffhands-on teaching approachclean and organized facility

Fitton Family Ymca Sa @ Brookwood Elementary

4.7(20)

1325 Stahlheber Road, Hamilton, OH

Fitton Family YMCA at Brookwood Elementary in Hamilton, Ohio receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its comprehensive programs including aquatic therapy, swim lessons, childcare, and fitness classes, with staff noted as welcoming, professional, and experienced with special needs. Parents highlight the clean facility, reasonable membership value, and family-oriented environment.

Experienced and caring instructorsaquatic therapy effectivenessorganized activities for all ages

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Daycare Centers in Hamilton, Ohio

There are 48 daycare centers in Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, 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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Bcesc Grant Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

BCESC Grant Early Learning Center in Hamilton, Ohio receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's care, professionalism, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight significant developmental gains in speech, social skills, and kindergarten readiness, along with supportive family-oriented programming for parents. The center is recognized for individualized attention, early intervention identification, and creating a trustworthy, family-like atmosphere.

caring and professional staffspeech and developmental supportindividualized child focus
Address
415 Campbell Dr, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 887-3710
West Side Baptist Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
154 Gordon Ave, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 893-8930
Just Like Home Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Just Like Home Children's Center is a faith-based childcare facility in Hamilton, Ohio with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the staff's compassionate care, treating children as their own over extended enrollment periods. The center is described as welcoming, family-oriented, and grounded in Christian values.

Caring and compassionate staffchildren treated as familywelcoming environment
Address
6558 Liberty Fairfield Rd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 863-7800
Karing Loving Daycare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Karing Loving Daycare Center for its clean, safe environment and caring staff. Children are reported to thrive and blossom in this loving setting. The facility offers affordable private pay options.

Clean facilitysafe environmentcaring and nice staff
Address
1070 Weller St, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 895-0111
Creative Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Creative Beginnings Learning Center receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and clean facility. Parents highlight strong child development support, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitynutritious meals provided
Address
3320 Tylersville Rd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 869-2252
Ross Country Day II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Ross Country Day II receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, hands-on staff who treat children like family and maintain strong communication with families. Children show enthusiasm for attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated teacherspersonalized attention and name recognition for all childrenstrong academic preparation
Address
3697 Rossgate Ct, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 738-1700
Ross Country Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Ross Country Day receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the caring, hands-on staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm family-like environment, individual attention to children, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. Teachers, particularly Mr. Patrick and Miss Kelly, are frequently mentioned by name as exceptional educators who form lasting bonds with students.

Caring and dedicated staffhands-on teaching approachclean and organized facility
Address
3715 Rossgate Court, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 738-1700
Fitton Family Ymca Sa @ Brookwood Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Fitton Family YMCA at Brookwood Elementary in Hamilton, Ohio receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its comprehensive programs including aquatic therapy, swim lessons, childcare, and fitness classes, with staff noted as welcoming, professional, and experienced with special needs. Parents highlight the clean facility, reasonable membership value, and family-oriented environment.

Experienced and caring instructorsaquatic therapy effectivenessorganized activities for all ages
Address
1325 Stahlheber Road, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 515-8512
Fitton Family Ymca Sa @ Bridgeport Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Parents praise Fitton Family YMCA for excellent childcare, swim lessons, and aquatic therapy services with experienced staff. The facility is clean, well-organized, and offers diverse programs for families with welcoming service. Special recognition is given to instructors' ability to work with children with special needs and developmental delays.

Experienced and caring staffexceptional swim instruction and aquatic therapyclean facility
Address
2171 Bridgeport Dr, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-9622
Fitton Family Ymca Sa @ Linden Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Parents praise the Fitton Family YMCA for excellent childcare services, welcoming staff, and diverse programming for families. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and safe, with particular commendation for swim instruction and aquatic therapy. Members highlight strong value, friendly atmosphere, and specialized support for children with special needs.

Experienced and caring staffaquatic therapy and swim lessonschildwatch services (up to 2.5 hours daily)
Address
801 Hoadley Ave, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-9622
Fitton Family Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Fitton Family YMCA Preschool in Hamilton, Ohio receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight exceptional childcare services, specialized instruction (particularly aquatic therapy and swim lessons), welcoming staff, and well-organized activities for children and adults. The facility is noted as a safe, clean, family-oriented community center with excellent amenities.

Specialized instruction for children with special needsexperienced and compassionate staffaquatic therapy and swim lessons
Address
1307 Nw Washington Boulevard, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-9622
Fitton Family Ymca Sa @ Ridgeway Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Fitton Family YMCA at Ridgeway Elementary receives consistently high praise from parents and members. Reviews highlight excellent childcare services, quality swim instruction (including specialized aquatic therapy for children with special needs), and a clean, well-maintained facility with diverse programs for all ages. Parents appreciate the welcoming staff, reasonable membership value, and comprehensive amenities including pools, fitness classes, and organized activities.

Address
267 Wasserman Road, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-9622
Fitton Family Ymca School Age @ Highland Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Parents praise the Fitton Family YMCA for its welcoming staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive programs for children and families. The facility is particularly highlighted for specialized services like swim lessons, aquatic therapy for children with special needs, and childcare options. Members consistently recommend it as a safe, well-organized community resource despite higher-than-average pricing.

Experienced and caring instructorsespecially for special needs childrenwelcoming and helpful staff
Address
1125 Main Street, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-9622
East Butler County Ymca Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise the East Butler County YMCA Children's Center for its excellent facilities, well-organized programs, and friendly staff. Reviews highlight strong communication, quality coaching in sports programs, clean facilities, and a welcoming community atmosphere that supports children's growth and learning.

Clean facilitiesexcellent coachesgreat communication
Address
3603 Hamilton-Middletown Road, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 863-6000
East Butler County Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

East Butler County YMCA receives consistently high praise from members across all programs. Parents highlight excellent coaching, strong communication, clean facilities, and well-organized activities for children and adults. The facility offers diverse fitness options, sports programs, and classes that foster skill development, confidence, and community engagement.

Excellent coaches and staffgreat communication about programs and schedulesclean facilities
Address
6645 Morris Road, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 892-9622
Lakota Family Ymca At Heritage
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Lakota Family YMCA at Heritage is highly praised for its clean, well-equipped facilities and exceptionally welcoming staff. Parents consistently highlight the quality child watch services, friendly atmosphere, diverse programs, and strong sense of community. The facility offers excellent value with its combination of gym equipment, pools, classes, and family activities.

Clean and newly remodeled facilityhigh-quality and abundant equipmentfriendly and welcoming st
Address
5052 Hamilton Mason Rd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Goddard West Chester
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Goddard West Chester for its warm, caring staff and nurturing learning environment. Children show strong academic and social development, and families appreciate the school's community feel, communication tools, and special events. Parents report high satisfaction with their overall experience.

Caring and invested staffclean facilitystrong academic and social development
Address
7739 Princeton Glendale Rd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 860-1500
Kid Works Of Hamilton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kid Works of Hamilton receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and patient staff, welcoming environment, and strong focus on child development and safety. The center is particularly noted for its inclusive approach and success with children with special needs.

Caring and patient staffwelcoming environmentsafe facility
Address
1710 S. Erie Blvd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 737-2467
Btw Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1140 S. Front Street, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 887-0001
Ymca Fun Club At Elda
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
3980 Hamilton Cleves, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 314-2794
Queen Of Peace
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews appear to be for Queen of Peace Church in Hamilton, Ohio, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's worship services, pastoral care, spiritual programs, and community activities. All reviews are positive with a 5/5 rating.

Welcoming and hospitable staffquality homiliesactive choir
Address
2550 Millville Ave, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 863-8705
Cornerstone Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
7600 Princeton-Glendale Road, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 874-7870
Small World Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Small World Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, welcoming environment, cleanliness, and positive experiences, with some families returning for multiple children over many years. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about strict discipline, unprofessional teacher conduct, safety protocols regarding access to children, and staff turnover.

caring and welcoming staffquality mealscleanliness
Address
3100 Princeton Road, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 867-9963
Excel Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
50 Smalley Blvd., Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 737-1356
Next Generation Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

NEXT GENERATION CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER in Hamilton, Ohio receives mixed reviews. Three parents praise the center's professional and compassionate staff, educational programs, dietary accommodations, and caring environment. However, two parents report serious concerns including inadequate feeding practices, poor hygiene, lack of communication, bullying among children, and unresponsive management.

Professional and compassionate staffEducational programs including sign language instructionDietary accommodations
Address
4005 Pleasant Avenue, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 895-8800
The Westover Preparatory School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Westover Preparatory School receives mixed feedback. Most parents praise the teaching quality, staff, and facilities, including offerings like swim lessons. However, serious concerns have been raised about staff conduct, inadequate management response to incidents, and hygiene issues.

Quality kindergarten and Pre-K instructionswim lessons offeredcaring and awesome teachers
Address
855 Stahlheber Rd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 867-4006
Wonderful World Of Kids INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

WONDERFUL WORLD OF KIDS INC receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's care, individualized attention to children's development, cleanliness, security, and family-like atmosphere. Negative reviewers cite late fee policies, staff behavioral concerns, inconsistent communication, billing discrepancies, and abrupt dismissals of children.

Staff kindness and attentiveness to childrenindividualized learning supportclean facility with securi
Address
1290 Nw Washington Boulevard, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-8500
Hamilton Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.5
Address
23 Court St, Hamilton, OH
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bridgeport Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2171 Bridgeport Drive, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-5580
Fairfield East Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6711 Morris Rd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 737-5000

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Frequently asked questions

There are 48 all daycares in Hamilton, Ohio. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Hamilton, 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
Hamilton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 28 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 18 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 Hamilton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hamilton 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.