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36 Daycare Centers in Hilliard, Ohio

Browse all 36 daycare centers in Hilliard, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hilliard

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

    4630 Leap Ct, Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Foundations Learning Academy in Hilliard receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the organized facility, caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent daily communication through photos and updates. Children across all age groups (infant through pre-K) are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and thriving developmentally.

    Caring and attentive staffExcellent communication with parents via photos and updatesOrganized facilityWarm and nurturing environment
  2. 2

    4230 Trueman Blvd., Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Hilliard at Mill Run for exceptional teacher care, supportive staff, and strong communication. Children show enthusiasm for attending, and families report smooth transitions and meaningful developmental progress. The facility is highly recommended by parents across multiple age groups.

    Caring and attentive staffexcellent teacher-child relationshipsclear communication with parentsdaily app updates with photos
  3. 3

    2222 Hilliard Rome Rd, Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Joyland Early Learning Center (also referenced as Focus Child Care) receives predominantly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, engaging activities, and safe learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily. One negative review cited poor customer service from ownership.

    caring and patient staffengaging activitiessafe and welcoming environmentchildren enjoy attending
  4. 4

    4370 Creekbend Dr., Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Hilliard West as an excellent facility with exceptional staff, strong curriculum, and a welcoming environment. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and language. Families appreciate the parent-friendly policies and well-run operations.

    Dedicated and knowledgeable staffstrong curriculum with measurable child developmentwelcoming and friendly atmosphereclean facilities with amenities like splash pad
  5. 5

    5445 Scioto-Darby Rd, Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children

    Hilliard United Methodist Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, strong communication, and play-based learning approach. The majority of families report their children thrive academically and socially, though one parent expressed concerns about teacher quality and developmental support in a particular classroom.

    caring and communicative teachersstrong administrative communicationallergy management
  6. 6

    3830 Trueman Court, Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Easterseals Central and Southeast Ohio for excellent staff, welcoming environment, and quality programming. The facility is highly recommended for summer camp, birthday parties, and special services for children with disabilities. One reviewer cited unprofessional leadership.

    Outstanding staff and teacherswelcoming and inviting environmentsummer camp programsbirthday party services
  7. 7
    Hilliard Ymca
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    4515 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

    Note: These reviews are for the Hilliard YMCA facility, not a daycare center. The facility receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (mostly 5-star ratings) for its community-oriented approach, cleanliness, modern equipment, and diverse programming for all ages. Staff are consistently praised as friendly and helpful.

    Community-focused environmentwelcoming and kind staffclean facilitymodern well-maintained equipment
  8. 8

    4770 Britton Pkwy., Hilliard, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise The Crossing Community Church Child Nurturing Center for its caring, attentive staff, small class sizes, and engaging curriculum. Reviewers consistently report that teachers treat children with genuine affection and keep parents well-informed through daily updates. One parent noted concerns about infant room management, though acknowledged the center maintains basic safety standards.

    Staff genuinely caring and experiencedsmall class sizes and low teacher-to-child ratiosengaging curriculum and activitieshealthy meal options
  9. 9
    Agape Academy
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    4519 Cemetery Rd, Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Agape Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, family-oriented environment, individualized attention to children's needs, and staff who genuinely love the children in their care. Many parents report their children thrive academically and developmentally while feeling safe and happy at the facility.

    Welcoming and family-oriented environmentcaring and patient staffindividualized attention to each child's needsstrong support for children with special needs
  10. 10

    2185 Hilliard-Rome Rd, Hilliard, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 145 children

    Brooksedge Day Care Center in Hilliard receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the kind and patient staff, good communication, and child comfort. However, some parents reported significant issues including a lice infestation, inflexible refund policies, and management concerns.

    Kind and patient educatorsfair pricesregular photo and activity updatesproactive management addressing concerns

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hilliard based on parent reviews

Foundations Learning Academy

4.6(20)

4630 Leap Ct, Hilliard, OH

Foundations Learning Academy in Hilliard receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the organized facility, caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent daily communication through photos and updates. Children across all age groups (infant through pre-K) are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and thriving developmentally.

Caring and attentive staffExcellent communication with parents via photos and updatesOrganized facility

Primrose School Of Hilliard At Mill Run

4.6(20)

4230 Trueman Blvd., Hilliard, OH

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Hilliard at Mill Run for exceptional teacher care, supportive staff, and strong communication. Children show enthusiasm for attending, and families report smooth transitions and meaningful developmental progress. The facility is highly recommended by parents across multiple age groups.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent teacher-child relationshipsclear communication with parents

Joyland Early Learning Center

4.7(8)

2222 Hilliard Rome Rd, Hilliard, OH

Joyland Early Learning Center (also referenced as Focus Child Care) receives predominantly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, engaging activities, and safe learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily. One negative review cited poor customer service from ownership.

caring and patient staffengaging activitiessafe and welcoming environment

Primrose School Of Hilliard West

4.6(11)

4370 Creekbend Dr., Hilliard, OH

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Hilliard West as an excellent facility with exceptional staff, strong curriculum, and a welcoming environment. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and language. Families appreciate the parent-friendly policies and well-run operations.

Dedicated and knowledgeable staffstrong curriculum with measurable child developmentwelcoming and friendly atmosphere

Hilliard United Methodist Preschool

4.5(10)

5445 Scioto-Darby Rd, Hilliard, OH

Hilliard United Methodist Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, strong communication, and play-based learning approach. The majority of families report their children thrive academically and socially, though one parent expressed concerns about teacher quality and developmental support in a particular classroom.

caring and communicative teachersstrong administrative communicationallergy management

Easterseals Central And Southeast Ohio

4.6(6)

3830 Trueman Court, Hilliard, OH

Parents overwhelmingly praise Easterseals Central and Southeast Ohio for excellent staff, welcoming environment, and quality programming. The facility is highly recommended for summer camp, birthday parties, and special services for children with disabilities. One reviewer cited unprofessional leadership.

Outstanding staff and teacherswelcoming and inviting environmentsummer camp programs

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Daycare Centers in Hilliard, Ohio

There are 36 daycare centers in Hilliard, 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 Hilliard, 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 Hilliard

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Hilliard Ymca - Hpc Summer Extended Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3600 Leap Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 334-9622
Enchanted Care Kids' Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools

Enchanted Care Kids' Campus in Hilliard receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong developmental support, and welcoming environment where children are eager to attend. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and positive experiences after previously trying other daycare centers.

Caring and warm teacherschild development and learning supportin
Address
4394 Davidson Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 771-1347
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Hilliard for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. The director Ms. Gabbi is frequently highlighted for bringing positive changes and strong communication. Multiple families report their children are happy, learning, and thriving, with several having enrolled multiple children or stayed for several years.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsclean facility
Address
3700 Ridge Mill Drive, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 771-8909
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents overwhelmingly praise this KinderCare location, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. They consistently highlight the caring, professional staff and supportive management (particularly directors Corinne and Scott), noting that children feel safe, happy, and excited to attend. Parents appreciate the nurturing environment, educational activities, facility cleanliness, and user-friendly communication app.

welcoming and caring staffattentive teacherssupportive management
Address
4705 Avery Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 777-1077
Kiddie Academy Of Hilliard
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kiddie Academy of Hilliard receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, responsive director Megan, good communication, reasonable pricing, and structured curriculum that helps children thrive.

caring and attentive staffdirector Megan's involvement and leadershipclean facility
Address
2525 Roberts Court, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 309-9026
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Hilliard receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and communicative staff, engaging activities, mobile app with camera access, and flexible scheduling. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and forming strong connections with teachers.

Friendly and welcoming staffexcellent communication via app and daily updatescamera access to classrooms
Address
3710 Ridge Mill Drive, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 876-7312

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Frequently asked questions

There are 36 all daycares in Hilliard, Ohio. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Hilliard, 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
Hilliard offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 30 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Hilliard for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hilliard 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.