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39 Daycare Centers in Powell, Ohio

Browse all 39 daycare centers in Powell, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Powell

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
    The Oxford School
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    6055 Glick Rd, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children

    The Nest School receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong kindergarten preparation, and nurturing, family-like environment that supports children's academic and social-emotional development.

    Caring and dedicated teachers with low turnoverexcellent kindergarten readiness preparationstrong social-emotional skill developmentsafe and supportive environment
  2. 2

    3731 Discovery Lane, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Tutor Time Powell consistently receives 5-star reviews with parents praising the dedicated, long-tenured staff, strong curriculum, and family-like environment. Parents report their children are well-prepared academically and emotionally for kindergarten, and appreciate the clear communication and cleanliness of the facility. Multiple families have used the center for extended periods (7-15 years) and recommend it highly.

    Caring and passionate staffstrong educational curriculumsafe and nurturing environmentexcellent preparation for kindergarten
  3. 3

    8273 Owenfield Dr, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Lewis Center for its caring, loving staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple families switched from other daycares and report this was one of their best decisions. The center is noted for its low staff turnover, engaging curriculum, and thoughtful family amenities.

    Caring and loving teachersnurturing environmentengaging activities and curriculumlow staff turnover
  4. 4
    Sunny Day Academy
    4.66 score
    4.9(14)

    3561 Home Rd., Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunny Day Academy Powell for its caring, well-trained staff and state-of-the-art facility. Children show strong academic and social development, and parents appreciate the structured yet play-based curriculum and excellent communication. Multiple families report their children eagerly attend school and have progressed significantly during their enrollment.

    Caring and engaged staffstate-of-the-art facility with iPadsstructured curriculum with free playeducational field trips
  5. 5

    8615 Smoky Row Road, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 224 children

    Smoky Row Children's Center in Powell, Ohio receives unanimous 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the center's play-based curriculum, experienced teaching staff with exceptional retention rates, and nurturing family atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially, with strong teacher-parent communication throughout the day.

    Play-baseddevelopmentally appropriate curriculumexperienced teachers with 10+ year tenurehigh staff retention
  6. 6
    Grace Y-Club
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    7600 Liberty Rd, Powell, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 66 children

    Grace Powell Church's school-based childcare program receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the safe, well-organized environment with caring staff. The reviews emphasize the church's strong faith-based teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and quality programming for children.

    Safe and well-organized childcareloving and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereBible-based teachings
  7. 7

    8542 Owenfield Dr., Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

    The Goddard School Lewis Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong academics, engaging enrichment activities, and a nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

    Low staff turnoverexperienced and caring teachersstrong curriculumparent communication
  8. 8
    Village Academy
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    284 S Liberty St, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided appear to be for Faith For Life Church rather than Village Academy daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center
  9. 9
    Meadows Academy
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    7560 Sawmill Parkway, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Meadows Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the well-rounded, educational curriculum and character development focus. Parents highlight the welcoming, professional staff and owner flexibility, along with the clean, engaging facility and small class sizes that prepare children for elementary school.

    Quality curriculumcharacter development focussmall class sizesknowledgeable and welcoming teachers
  10. 10
    The Compass School
    4.53 score
    4.7(16)

    3989 N Hampton Drive, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 170 children

    The Compass School (now The Gardner School) in Powell receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff with strong tenure, smooth transitions, transparent communication via the Brightwheel app, and genuine investment in child development and family engagement. Multiple parents note this as one of the best daycare experiences they've had.

    Dedicated and highly educated teachersstrong staff retention and longevitysmooth transitionstransparent communication via Brightwheel app

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Powell based on parent reviews

The Oxford School

5(20)

6055 Glick Rd, Powell, OH

The Nest School receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong kindergarten preparation, and nurturing, family-like environment that supports children's academic and social-emotional development.

Caring and dedicated teachers with low turnoverexcellent kindergarten readiness preparationstrong social-emotional skill development

Tutor Time Child Care Learning Centers

4.9(20)

3731 Discovery Lane, Powell, OH

Tutor Time Powell consistently receives 5-star reviews with parents praising the dedicated, long-tenured staff, strong curriculum, and family-like environment. Parents report their children are well-prepared academically and emotionally for kindergarten, and appreciate the clear communication and cleanliness of the facility. Multiple families have used the center for extended periods (7-15 years) and recommend it highly.

Caring and passionate staffstrong educational curriculumsafe and nurturing environment

Primrose School Of Lewis Center

4.9(17)

8273 Owenfield Dr, Powell, OH

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Lewis Center for its caring, loving staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple families switched from other daycares and report this was one of their best decisions. The center is noted for its low staff turnover, engaging curriculum, and thoughtful family amenities.

Caring and loving teachersnurturing environmentengaging activities and curriculum

Sunny Day Academy

4.9(14)

3561 Home Rd., Powell, OH

Parents consistently praise Sunny Day Academy Powell for its caring, well-trained staff and state-of-the-art facility. Children show strong academic and social development, and parents appreciate the structured yet play-based curriculum and excellent communication. Multiple families report their children eagerly attend school and have progressed significantly during their enrollment.

Caring and engaged staffstate-of-the-art facility with iPadsstructured curriculum with free play

Smoky Row Children'S Center

4.8(20)

8615 Smoky Row Road, Powell, OH

Smoky Row Children's Center in Powell, Ohio receives unanimous 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the center's play-based curriculum, experienced teaching staff with exceptional retention rates, and nurturing family atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially, with strong teacher-parent communication throughout the day.

Play-baseddevelopmentally appropriate curriculumexperienced teachers with 10+ year tenure

Grace Y-Club

4.8(20)

7600 Liberty Rd, Powell, OH

Grace Powell Church's school-based childcare program receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the safe, well-organized environment with caring staff. The reviews emphasize the church's strong faith-based teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and quality programming for children.

Safe and well-organized childcareloving and caring staffwelcoming atmosphere

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Daycare Centers in Powell, Ohio

There are 39 daycare centers in Powell, 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 Powell, 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 Powell

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Care After School - Liberty
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8081 Saddle Run Road, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 761-9166
Dublin Latchkey - Albert Chapman
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8450 Sawmill Rd, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 793-0871
Ymca Scioto Ridge Y-Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8715 Big Bear Avenue, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 839-9622
New Hope Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4739 W. Powell Road, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 766-2446
The Goddard School Of Powell
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Powell receives universally positive feedback from parents across all 10 reviews, with a 5/5 average rating. Parents consistently praise the caring and engaged staff, clean facilities, strong educational curriculum, and supportive environment that helps children thrive and develop. The facility's recent expansion, owner involvement, and excellent communication are also highlighted as standout features.

Caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesstrong educational curriculum
Address
419 W. Olentangy St, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 210-0522
Tyler Run Elementary Y-Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
580 Salisbury Drive, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 839-9622
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Powell has received perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the dedicated, long-tenured staff, strong leadership under Director Shelly, and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, communication tools, and flexible scheduling.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong staff consistency and low turnoverexcellent leadership and director
Address
7474 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell, OH
Phone
(740) 881-1234
Wyandot Run Y Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2800 Carriage Ln., Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 839-9622
Enchanted Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Enchanted Care Learning Center in Powell, Ohio receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all age groups. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, strong communication through daily photos, and the facility's ability to foster children's social, academic, and personal growth. Multiple parents highlight specific teachers by name and express gratitude for the nurturing, supportive environment.

Professional and responsive sta
Address
8761 A Moreland Dr, Powell, OH
Phone
(740) 881-6435

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Frequently asked questions

There are 39 all daycares in Powell, Ohio. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Powell, 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
Powell offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 12 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 Powell for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Powell 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.