How many all daycares are in Wilmington, Ohio?

There are 11 all daycares in Wilmington, Ohio. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Wilmington?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Wilmington have an average Google rating of 3.93 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Wilmington?

When choosing a daycare in Wilmington, 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

What types of daycare are available in Wilmington?

Wilmington offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

What is the average cost of daycare in Ohio?

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 Wilmington for current pricing.

Are daycares in Wilmington licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Wilmington 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.

Best Daycare Centers in Wilmington, OH — Compare 11+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wilmington

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
Champions In The Making: Forest E Wilson Center
4.64 score
4.8(20)
333 Clinton Street, Wilmington, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
This is not a daycare center but a performing arts venue in Wilmington, Ohio. Reviews praise it as an excellent theater with quality productions, clean facilities, and friendly staff. Visitors consistently rate their entertainment experiences highly.
Well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent seating with no bad seatsample parking
2
Clinton County Head Start
4.32 score
4.4(20)
789 N. Nelson Avenue, Wilmington, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 77 children
Clinton County Head Start in Wilmington receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its welcoming staff, clean environment, and comprehensive support services including food assistance and utility bill help programs. Parents consistently highlight the caring, helpful, and resourceful nature of the team.
Friendly and kind staffhelpful managementclean environmentassistance with food boxes and utility programs (PIPP/HEAP)
3
Sonshine Christian Preschool And Kindergarten
3.77 score
3.6(7)
909 W Locust Street, Wilmington, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children
Sonshine Christian Preschool has mixed reviews with strong praise from most recent families highlighting caring teachers, welcoming environment, and family-oriented leadership under new administration. However, older reviews cite concerns about disorganization, curriculum inconsistency, inadequate kindergarten preparation, and unprofessional administrator conduct.
Caring and attentive teachersfamily-like environmentwelcoming atmosphereclean and safe facility
4
Wilmington Child Care & Learning Center
3.49 score
3.2(9)
1600 Alex Drive, Wilmington, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children
WILMINGTON CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's care, educational approach, and welcoming environment. Negative reviews allege discriminatory practices against children with behavioral/developmental disabilities and racial discrimination, along with concerns about staff turnover and lack of protocol adherence.
Caring and invested staffimaginative and play-based learningstructured routinessafe and loving environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Wilmington

4.5 - 5.0

2

4.0 - 4.4

1

3.0 - 3.9

2

Below 3

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Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Wilmington, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.55avg rating

7 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

Church Daycare

Headstart Programs

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wilmington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
45177	11	3.93	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wilmington (36–105 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wilmington based on parent reviews

Champions In The Making: Forest E Wilson Center

4.8(20)

333 Clinton Street, Wilmington, OH

This is not a daycare center but a performing arts venue in Wilmington, Ohio. Reviews praise it as an excellent theater with quality productions, clean facilities, and friendly staff. Visitors consistently rate their entertainment experiences highly.

Well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent seating with no bad seats

Clinton County Head Start

4.4(20)

789 N. Nelson Avenue, Wilmington, OH

Clinton County Head Start in Wilmington receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its welcoming staff, clean environment, and comprehensive support services including food assistance and utility bill help programs. Parents consistently highlight the caring, helpful, and resourceful nature of the team.

Friendly and kind staffhelpful managementclean environment

Wilmington Cooperative Preschool

5

74 E Locust St, Wilmington, OH

Sonshine Christian Preschool And Kindergarten

3.6(7)

909 W Locust Street, Wilmington, OH

Sonshine Christian Preschool has mixed reviews with strong praise from most recent families highlighting caring teachers, welcoming environment, and family-oriented leadership under new administration. However, older reviews cite concerns about disorganization, curriculum inconsistency, inadequate kindergarten preparation, and unprofessional administrator conduct.

Caring and attentive teachersfamily-like environmentwelcoming atmosphere

Champions In The Making Daycare Academy

2.6(1)

160 Park Drive, Wilmington, OH

One parent reports a serious incident where their six-month-old daughter was bitten and kicked by an older child, alleging that staff failed to notice the abuse. The reviewer claims the daycare is unsafe and notes that other children have also been injured, calling for the facility to be shut down.

Wilmington Child Care & Learning Center

3.2(9)

1600 Alex Drive, Wilmington, OH

WILMINGTON CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's care, educational approach, and welcoming environment. Negative reviews allege discriminatory practices against children with behavioral/developmental disabilities and racial discrimination, along with concerns about staff turnover and lack of protocol adherence.

Caring and invested staffimaginative and play-based learningstructured routines

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Daycare Centers in Wilmington, Ohio

There are 11 daycare centers in Wilmington, Ohio. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Wilmington have an average rating of 3.93 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 57 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wilmington, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Daycare Centers in Wilmington, OH

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