27 Daycare Centers in Kettering, Ohio
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kettering
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.
- 1Baby Land4.8 score5(20)
1250 Ansel Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Baby Land is a highly praised center-based daycare in Kettering, Ohio with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced owners Kathy and Walt, along with their attentive staff who provide individualized attention in a family-like environment. The facility is particularly noted for accommodating children with special needs and supporting parents with guidance and communication.
Low caregiver-to-child ratioexperienced and educated stafffamily-like atmospherestrong communication with parents - 2Tender Loving Care4.67 score5(10)
759 East Dorothy Lane, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 19 children
Tender Loving Care, owned by Cheretta, receives perfect 5/5 ratings from clients who praise the compassionate, professional care provided. Reviews highlight the owner's expertise, reliability, and dedication to serving clients and their families with genuine care and respect. The business is noted as a minority-owned, faith-based local operation that consistently exceeds expectations.
Compassionate caregivingprofessional and knowledgeable ownerreliable and organizedcheerful and positive demeanor - 3Christ United Methodist Church Preschool & Child Car4.64 score4.8(20)
3440 Shroyer Rd, Kettering, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: 164 children
Christ United Methodist Church Preschool & Child Care in Kettering receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and well-rounded educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the smooth transitions from infant care through preschool, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and welcoming environment. The facility is noted as a long-standing, well-respected program in the Dayton area.
Caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitylarge classroomsoutdoor playground and indoor gym - 4Discovery House Day Care Center4.58 score5(7)
3433 Woodman Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children
Discovery House Day Care Center in Kettering, Ohio receives universal praise from parents for its nurturing, educational environment and dedicated staff led by director Kathy. Parents consistently highlight the center's effectiveness in preparing children for kindergarten, supporting behavioral challenges, and fostering children's happiness and social development. However, the facility is permanently closing at the end of 2023.
Caring and passionate director and staff with high retentionsmall class sizesstrong kindergarten preparationpotty training support - 5Delightful Days Learning Center4.55 score4.8(11)
5819 Kentshire Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children
Parents consistently praise Delightful Days Learning Center as an excellent, well-run facility with caring and engaged staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the clean, bright facilities, strong curriculum, low staff turnover, and welcoming environment that makes children happy to attend. The center is a Step Up to Quality 3-Star Award winner and comes highly recommended by families in the area.
caring and engaged stafflow staff turnoverclean and bright facilitiesstrong educational curriculum - 6Harmony Creek Child Care4.53 score4.7(15)
5280 Bigger Rd, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Harmony Creek Child Care in Kettering, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight excellent staff care, structured daily programs, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. The center is Ohio Star rated and participates in quality improvement programs including Preschool Promise and Ohio Healthy Program initiatives.
Caring and kind staffchildren love attendingstrong teacher-child relationshipsstructured daily activities - 7The Learning Tree Children'S Enrichment Center LLC4.48 score4.6(20)
2101 E. Stroop Rd, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Learning Tree Children's Enrichment Center in Kettering, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring staff, clean facility, educational programs, and strong communication with parents. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and express strong confidence in the center's care.
Caring and patient staffclean well-maintained facilityeducational programming (letterscolors - 8St Charles Borromeo4.48 score4.6(20)
4600 Ackerman Blvd, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children
Note: Available reviews appear to be for St. Charles Borromeo Church rather than its daycare center. Reviews praise the church community as welcoming and kind, with one mention of on-site childcare options for infants and a children's program during mass.
Welcoming and kind staffon-site nursery for infantschildren's church program during massbeautiful architecture - 9Rosewood Tot Lot Preschool4.4 score4.5(20)
2655 Olson Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children
There appears to be a significant discrepancy: this facility is listed as a daycare/preschool but all reviews describe Rosewood Arts Center, an arts education facility offering classes in pottery, dance, painting, jewelry, theater, and other artistic disciplines for children and adults. Reviews praise the quality instruction, welcoming community atmosphere, and variety of offerings.
Knowledgeable and friendly staffdiverse class offeringswell-maintained facilitywelcoming to all skill levels - 10Green-Oak Preschool4.38 score4.7(6)
1921 Woodman Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Green-Oak Preschool in Kettering receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming, caring, and non-judgmental staff. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and quality of care provided. One review raises concerns about unresponsive phone communication and inaccurate food bank information on the website.
Welcoming and non-judgmental environmentcaring stafffriendly atmospherenice people
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Kettering based on parent reviews
Baby Land
1250 Ansel Drive, Kettering, OH
Baby Land is a highly praised center-based daycare in Kettering, Ohio with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced owners Kathy and Walt, along with their attentive staff who provide individualized attention in a family-like environment. The facility is particularly noted for accommodating children with special needs and supporting parents with guidance and communication.
Tender Loving Care
759 East Dorothy Lane, Kettering, OH
Tender Loving Care, owned by Cheretta, receives perfect 5/5 ratings from clients who praise the compassionate, professional care provided. Reviews highlight the owner's expertise, reliability, and dedication to serving clients and their families with genuine care and respect. The business is noted as a minority-owned, faith-based local operation that consistently exceeds expectations.
Christ United Methodist Church Preschool & Child Car
3440 Shroyer Rd, Kettering, OH
Christ United Methodist Church Preschool & Child Care in Kettering receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and well-rounded educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the smooth transitions from infant care through preschool, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and welcoming environment. The facility is noted as a long-standing, well-respected program in the Dayton area.
Discovery House Day Care Center
3433 Woodman Drive, Kettering, OH
Discovery House Day Care Center in Kettering, Ohio receives universal praise from parents for its nurturing, educational environment and dedicated staff led by director Kathy. Parents consistently highlight the center's effectiveness in preparing children for kindergarten, supporting behavioral challenges, and fostering children's happiness and social development. However, the facility is permanently closing at the end of 2023.
Delightful Days Learning Center
5819 Kentshire Drive, Kettering, OH
Parents consistently praise Delightful Days Learning Center as an excellent, well-run facility with caring and engaged staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the clean, bright facilities, strong curriculum, low staff turnover, and welcoming environment that makes children happy to attend. The center is a Step Up to Quality 3-Star Award winner and comes highly recommended by families in the area.
Harmony Creek Child Care
5280 Bigger Rd, Kettering, OH
Harmony Creek Child Care in Kettering, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight excellent staff care, structured daily programs, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. The center is Ohio Star rated and participates in quality improvement programs including Preschool Promise and Ohio Healthy Program initiatives.
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Daycare Centers in Kettering, Ohio
There are 27 daycare centers in Kettering, 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 Kettering, 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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Tender Loving Care, owned by Cheretta, receives perfect 5/5 ratings from clients who praise the compassionate, professional care provided. Reviews highlight the owner's expertise, reliability, and dedication to serving clients and their families with genuine care and respect. The business is noted as a minority-owned, faith-based local operation that consistently exceeds expectations.
- Address
- 759 East Dorothy Lane, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 396-0247
Discovery House Day Care Center in Kettering, Ohio receives universal praise from parents for its nurturing, educational environment and dedicated staff led by director Kathy. Parents consistently highlight the center's effectiveness in preparing children for kindergarten, supporting behavioral challenges, and fostering children's happiness and social development. However, the facility is permanently closing at the end of 2023.
- Address
- 3433 Woodman Drive, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 294-5655
Baby Land is a highly praised center-based daycare in Kettering, Ohio with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced owners Kathy and Walt, along with their attentive staff who provide individualized attention in a family-like environment. The facility is particularly noted for accommodating children with special needs and supporting parents with guidance and communication.
- Address
- 1250 Ansel Drive, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 299-2229
Christ United Methodist Church Preschool & Child Care in Kettering receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and well-rounded educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the smooth transitions from infant care through preschool, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and welcoming environment. The facility is noted as a long-standing, well-respected program in the Dayton area.
- Address
- 3440 Shroyer Rd, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 293-1617
Parents consistently praise Delightful Days Learning Center as an excellent, well-run facility with caring and engaged staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the clean, bright facilities, strong curriculum, low staff turnover, and welcoming environment that makes children happy to attend. The center is a Step Up to Quality 3-Star Award winner and comes highly recommended by families in the area.
- Address
- 5819 Kentshire Drive, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 435-8808
Green-Oak Preschool in Kettering receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming, caring, and non-judgmental staff. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and quality of care provided. One review raises concerns about unresponsive phone communication and inaccurate food bank information on the website.
- Address
- 1921 Woodman Drive, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 252-7840
Harmony Creek Child Care in Kettering, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight excellent staff care, structured daily programs, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. The center is Ohio Star rated and participates in quality improvement programs including Preschool Promise and Ohio Healthy Program initiatives.
- Address
- 5280 Bigger Rd, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 434-3941
The Learning Tree Children's Enrichment Center in Kettering, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring staff, clean facility, educational programs, and strong communication with parents. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and express strong confidence in the center's care.
- Address
- 2101 E. Stroop Rd, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 294-3010
Note: Available reviews appear to be for St. Charles Borromeo Church rather than its daycare center. Reviews praise the church community as welcoming and kind, with one mention of on-site childcare options for infants and a children's program during mass.
- Address
- 4600 Ackerman Blvd, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 434-4933
Rainbow Years is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Kettering, Ohio with consistently excellent reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, stable staff, strong communication, educational programs, and family-like atmosphere. The facility offers competitive pricing, before/after school care, summer programs, and school transportation.
- Address
- 2881 East Dorothy Lane, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 299-6690
There appears to be a significant discrepancy: this facility is listed as a daycare/preschool but all reviews describe Rosewood Arts Center, an arts education facility offering classes in pottery, dance, painting, jewelry, theater, and other artistic disciplines for children and adults. Reviews praise the quality instruction, welcoming community atmosphere, and variety of offerings.
- Address
- 2655 Olson Drive, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 296-3376
Wee-Haven Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, patient teachers and welcoming atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight the center's cleanliness, personalized approach to learning, and strong family connections, with children thriving both socially and academically.
- Address
- 2201 W Schantz Ave, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 293-7266
Wenzler Day Care and Learning Center receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, passionate staff, family-oriented environment, and strong developmental focus. The center is described as exceeding expectations in child care, education, and accommodating individual needs.
- Address
- 4535 Presidential Way, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 435-8200
- Address
- 2100 Hewitt Ave, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 433-5722
Parents consistently praise South YMCA SACC for its exceptional staff, cleanliness, and variety of programs including gymnastics, soccer, and childcare. The facility is described as family-friendly with caring, engaging employees who go above and beyond. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong member satisfaction and loyalty.
- Address
- 4545 Marshall Rd, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 479-0554
- Address
- 2001 Woodman Dr, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 479-0554
World of Love Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teacher dedication and care quality, but concerns about management professionalism, overcrowding in some rooms, and pricing. Parents appreciate the nurturing environment while some report operational issues and management inconsistencies.
- Address
- 3121 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 293-8123
- Address
- 1319 Cloverfield Ave, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 294-1130
- Address
- 4555 Marshall Road, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 312-1810
- Address
- 2700 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 499-1740
- Address
- 1 E Wren Cir, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 499-1850
- Address
- 3090 Glengarry Dr, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 499-1720
- Address
- 5030 Polen Dr, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 499-1830
- Address
- 4001 Ackerman Blvd, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 499-1870
- Address
- 2900 Acosta St, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 293-8986
Parents consistently praise Ebert KinderCare for exceptional staff care, child development, and family-oriented environment. All 10 reviews rate the center 5 stars, with parents highlighting daily communication, structured curriculum, clean facilities, and staff who treat children as their own.
- Address
- 1875 Ebert Ave, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 298-6581
KinderCare Learning Center #124 in Kettering receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, developmental support, and a welcoming environment where children thrive and feel like part of a family.
- Address
- 1111 E Stroop Road, Kettering, OH
- Phone
- (937) 293-1067
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