24 Daycare Centers in Mentor, Ohio
Browse all 24 daycare centers in Mentor, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mentor
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.
- 1Ridge Pointe Child Care Center INC.4.55 score5(6)
9650 Old Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children
Ridge Pointe Child Care Center in Mentor, Ohio receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise it as a safe, nurturing, and loving environment. Parents highlight the owner's genuine investment in children, the quality of teaching staff, and the center's focus on family rather than profit. Multiple parents report their children were well-prepared for elementary school and felt confident in the care provided.
Safe and nurturing environmentclean facilityloving and patient stafffamily-focused approach - 2St Mary Of The Assumption4.48 score4.6(20)
8540 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
St. Mary of the Assumption is a Catholic church and school in Mentor, Ohio with an excellent 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the beautiful facility, welcoming community atmosphere, and quality religious services and education. Parents appreciate the inclusive environment and compassionate staff.
Beautiful architecture and stained glass windowswelcoming communityaccessible facilities for disabled visitorsquality religious education - 3My Kids Childcare INC4.48 score4.6(20)
6135 Heisley Rd, Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Parents consistently praise MY KIDS CHILDCARE INC for its warm, caring staff who genuinely connect with children and families. The facility is noted for cleanliness, quality food, engaging curriculum, and excellent daily communication through photos and updates. Parents report their children are happy, thriving, and treated as valued community members rather than just students.
Clean facilitiesquality fresh foodwarm and caring staffdaily photo/video updates - 4Delightful Day Preschool At St Bede'S4.48 score4.6(20)
9114 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
The reviews provided are not about the daycare program itself, but rather about St. Bede's Church and its parish community. Reviews consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, Father Tim's leadership, and the quality of worship experiences. No actual daycare reviews are available to assess.
Welcoming communityFather Tim's leadershipbeautiful church facilityquality choir and homilies - 5Rainbow Connection4.32 score4.4(20)
6312-C Center St, Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 171 children
Rainbow Connection is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Mentor, Ohio, where all reviewers gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, low teacher turnover, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple families report their children are thriving emotionally, socially, and academically, with strong long-term enrollment and multi-child families.
caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverwelcoming environmentprofessional development-fo - 6Little Scholars II4.28 score4.4(12)
9220 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Little Scholars II in Mentor, Ohio receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental support for their children. However, one parent reported a significant decline in care quality following staff turnover, citing neglect during potty training and inadequate supervision.
Dedicated and caring teachers (especially Ms. Karlyna/KarlyMs. DonnaMs. ReneeMs. Ashley) - 7Lil' Sneakers University4.22 score4.3(14)
8282 Yellowbrick Road, Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Lil' Sneakers University receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, clean facility, and strong educational programs. Parents highlight positive teacher-student relationships and successful transitions for children from home to daycare. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center enthusiastically.
Caring and attentive staffsmooth transition supportteacher-student relationshipsclean facility - 8Love'S Learnng Loft LLC3.92 score3.9(20)
6720/6740 Center Street, Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Love's Learning Loft for its clean, spacious facility, caring staff, and strong educational focus. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner's personal attention, excellent communication, and genuine care for children's development. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and willingness to recommend the center.
Clean and well-maintained facilitydedicated building with age-appropriate classrooms and playgroundsstrong security measures (key fob access)attentive and loving staff - 9Young Steps Day Care And Preschool3.53 score3.3(10)
7260 Lakeshore Blvd., Mentor, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children
Young Steps Day Care has highly polarized reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the staff for being caring, communicative, and treating families with respect, with many mentioning long-term enrollment. However, three one-star reviews allege serious concerns including staff physically hitting and pushing children, with claims that accused staff members were not terminated.
Staff treats children and families like familydaily photo and text updateshelps
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Mentor based on parent reviews
Ridge Pointe Child Care Center INC.
9650 Old Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor, OH
Ridge Pointe Child Care Center in Mentor, Ohio receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise it as a safe, nurturing, and loving environment. Parents highlight the owner's genuine investment in children, the quality of teaching staff, and the center's focus on family rather than profit. Multiple parents report their children were well-prepared for elementary school and felt confident in the care provided.
St Mary Of The Assumption
8540 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH
St. Mary of the Assumption is a Catholic church and school in Mentor, Ohio with an excellent 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the beautiful facility, welcoming community atmosphere, and quality religious services and education. Parents appreciate the inclusive environment and compassionate staff.
My Kids Childcare INC
6135 Heisley Rd, Mentor, OH
Parents consistently praise MY KIDS CHILDCARE INC for its warm, caring staff who genuinely connect with children and families. The facility is noted for cleanliness, quality food, engaging curriculum, and excellent daily communication through photos and updates. Parents report their children are happy, thriving, and treated as valued community members rather than just students.
Delightful Day Preschool At St Bede'S
9114 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor, OH
The reviews provided are not about the daycare program itself, but rather about St. Bede's Church and its parish community. Reviews consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, Father Tim's leadership, and the quality of worship experiences. No actual daycare reviews are available to assess.
Rainbow Connection
6312-C Center St, Mentor, OH
Rainbow Connection is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Mentor, Ohio, where all reviewers gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, low teacher turnover, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple families report their children are thriving emotionally, socially, and academically, with strong long-term enrollment and multi-child families.
Little Scholars II
9220 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH
Little Scholars II in Mentor, Ohio receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental support for their children. However, one parent reported a significant decline in care quality following staff turnover, citing neglect during potty training and inadequate supervision.
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Daycare Centers in Mentor, Ohio
There are 24 daycare centers in Mentor, 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 Mentor, 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 Mentor
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- Address
- 9230 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 257-6600
Ridge Pointe Child Care Center in Mentor, Ohio receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise it as a safe, nurturing, and loving environment. Parents highlight the owner's genuine investment in children, the quality of teaching staff, and the center's focus on family rather than profit. Multiple parents report their children were well-prepared for elementary school and felt confident in the care provided.
- Address
- 9650 Old Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 352-4885
- Address
- 6970 Heisley Road, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 205-1094
St. Mary of the Assumption is a Catholic church and school in Mentor, Ohio with an excellent 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the beautiful facility, welcoming community atmosphere, and quality religious services and education. Parents appreciate the inclusive environment and compassionate staff.
- Address
- 8540 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 255-9781
Parents consistently praise MY KIDS CHILDCARE INC for its warm, caring staff who genuinely connect with children and families. The facility is noted for cleanliness, quality food, engaging curriculum, and excellent daily communication through photos and updates. Parents report their children are happy, thriving, and treated as valued community members rather than just students.
- Address
- 6135 Heisley Rd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 354-3626
The reviews provided are not about the daycare program itself, but rather about St. Bede's Church and its parish community. Reviews consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, Father Tim's leadership, and the quality of worship experiences. No actual daycare reviews are available to assess.
- Address
- 9114 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 257-5544
Rainbow Connection is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Mentor, Ohio, where all reviewers gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, low teacher turnover, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple families report their children are thriving emotionally, socially, and academically, with strong long-term enrollment and multi-child families.
- Address
- 6312-C Center St, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 255-7655
Little Scholars II in Mentor, Ohio receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental support for their children. However, one parent reported a significant decline in care quality following staff turnover, citing neglect during potty training and inadequate supervision.
- Address
- 9220 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 257-6600
Lil' Sneakers University receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, clean facility, and strong educational programs. Parents highlight positive teacher-student relationships and successful transitions for children from home to daycare. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center enthusiastically.
- Address
- 8282 Yellowbrick Road, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 255-6011
Parents consistently praise Love's Learning Loft for its clean, spacious facility, caring staff, and strong educational focus. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner's personal attention, excellent communication, and genuine care for children's development. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and willingness to recommend the center.
- Address
- 6720/6740 Center Street, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 731-1947
- Address
- 7271 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 946-7269
Young Steps Day Care has highly polarized reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the staff for being caring, communicative, and treating families with respect, with many mentioning long-term enrollment. However, three one-star reviews allege serious concerns including staff physically hitting and pushing children, with claims that accused staff members were not terminated.
- Address
- 7260 Lakeshore Blvd., Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 525-5665
- Address
- 8090 Broadmoor Rd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 602-1035
Little Scholars Early Learning Center in Mentor, Ohio receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and positive educational environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, benefit from individualized attention, and show strong development across learning and social skills. The facility is noted as convenient and trustworthy with transparent communication about daily activities.
- Address
- 7464 Tyler Blvd., Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 942-8694
Small Hands Big Dreams Learning Center in Mentor, Ohio receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, engaged staff, strong communication, educational curriculum, and individual attention given to children of all ages.
- Address
- 8465 Market Street, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 255-7775
- Address
- 6477 Center St, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 974-5300
- Address
- 8090 Broadmoor Rd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 942-0260
- Address
- 7860 Johnnycake Ridge Rd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 974-5400
- Address
- 9935 Johnnycake Ridge Rd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 352-6169
- Address
- 8121 Deepwood Blvd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 350-5195
Horizon Child Development Center receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, safe facilities, and strong educational programs. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and experiencing significant developmental growth. The center is commended for affordability, excellent communication, and flexible scheduling options.
- Address
- 8303 Tyler Blvd, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 205-8420
- Address
- 8600 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 255-3496
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #328 in Mentor, Ohio across all 10 reviews, rating it 5/5 stars. They highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong leadership, structured learning activities, and excellent communication with families. Multiple parents note improved experiences compared to previous daycare arrangements.
- Address
- 6145 Meadowbrook Drive, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 257-2333
KinderCare Learning Center #877 in Mentor, Ohio receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, strong teacher-parent communication, clean facility, and child development support. Parents particularly highlight the app for daily updates and photos, and appreciate the center's safety protocols and accommodations for dietary needs.
- Address
- 7061 Wayside Drive, Mentor, OH
- Phone
- (440) 352-0545
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