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5,417 Daycare Centers in Ohio

Browse 5,417 daycare centers across Ohio. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Ohio

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Ohio can make the decision-making process smoother.

Ohio has about 5,417 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Ohio. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Ohio

There are 5,417 daycares in Ohio: 274 headstart facilities, 1,006 before/after school centers, 394 religious facility daycares, and 3,743 childcare and preschool centers.

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Immaculate Conception
Church Daycare
4.7

The reviews provided do not pertain to daycare services but rather describe visits to Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Celina, Ohio. No actual daycare reviews are available for this facility.

None mentioned - reviews are about the cathedral buildingnot childcare services
Address
420 N Walnut St, Celina, OH
Phone
(419) 586-2379
Kettering Early Childhood Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
2600 Holman St, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 499-1450
St Michael
Church Daycare
4.7

Note: The reviews provided are for St. Michael Catholic Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, skilled music and choir, accessibility features, and spiritual leadership of the priests and staff.

Beautiful modern facilitywheelchair accessiblefriendly and welcoming community
Address
3431 Saint Michaels Blvd Nw, Canton, OH
Phone
(330) 492-2657
Sts Philip And James
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

STS PHILIP AND JAMES is a Catholic parish and school in Canal Fulton, Ohio with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the welcoming community, strong academics, peaceful atmosphere, and dedicated leadership under Father Kevin.

Top academic ratingswelcoming and friendly staffstrong sense of community
Address
532 High St Nw, Canal Fulton, OH
Phone
(330) 854-2823
St John Lutheran
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
12809 State Route 736, Marysville, OH
Phone
(937) 644-5540
St Patrick
Church Daycare
4.7

St. Patrick in Bryan, Ohio is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents and community members praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and quality of the preschool and school programs offered.

Friendly and welcoming communityquality preschool programstrong Catholic education
Address
610 S Portland St, Bryan, OH
Phone
(419) 636-3592
Center For Creative Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
238 N Main, Urbana, OH
Phone
(937) 653-3322
Oakwood Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Oakwood Enrichment Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and families. Parents praise the loving, family-oriented atmosphere, well-educated staff, and strong focus on kindergarten readiness through engaging learning activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and return home excited to share what they've learned.

Loving and caring environmentprofessional and well-educated stafffamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
1000 Broadway Ave, Bedford, OH
Phone
(440) 232-1391
Family Life Child Care Center Of Berea
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Family Life Child Care Center of Berea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the passionate and caring staff, strong individual attention to children's needs, and positive learning experiences.

Passionate and dedicated staffexcellent care qualitychildren thriving and happy
Address
555 West Bagley Rd, Berea, OH
Phone
(440) 260-6020
St Paul Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews appear to be for St. Paul Church rather than its preschool program. Commenters praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly community, and pastoral leadership. The facility is described as beautiful with good community involvement.

Welcoming environmentfriendly staff and communityPastor Ash's leadership
Address
746 Cherry St, Galion, OH
Phone
(419) 468-4557
Abc 123 Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
600 N. West St, Lima, OH
Phone
(419) 228-5439
St. Susanna Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for St. Susanna Church rather than the preschool program. Based on available information, St. Susanna Preschool in Mason, Ohio is a faith-based center with strong community connections. One preschool family review mentions long-term attendance and positive experiences with the school.

Faith-centered educationwelcoming communitylong-term family satisfaction
Address
616 Reading Rd, Mason, OH
Phone
(513) 398-3821
Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews praise Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool's welcoming community and facilities. Parents highlight the church's attractive appearance, friendly staff including Pastor Tim, and additional amenities like a food pantry and senior center. One reviewer had a brief visit.

Beautiful facilitiesfriendly staff and communitywelcoming environment
Address
220 Cedar St, Pemberville, OH
Phone
(419) 287-4182
Grace Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

These reviews are not about daycare services but rather about Grace Church in Perrysburg, Ohio. The reviews praise the church's welcoming community, spiritual leadership, and caring staff, though they do not evaluate preschool or childcare operations.

Welcoming atmospherecaring pastoral staffthought-provoking sermons
Address
601 E Boundary St, Perrysburg, OH
Phone
(419) 874-4365
The Three Bears Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise The Three Bears Child Care Center for its warm, family-like atmosphere where staff members are deeply invested in children's care and development. The facility is noted for cleanliness, effective communication with parents, and a thoughtful curriculum that supports learning through play.

Caring and enthusiastic staffclean facilitystrong teacher-child relationships
Address
2045 E. Central Ave, Miamisburg, OH
Phone
(937) 847-8542
My Early Learning Center (Myelc)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise MY EARLY LEARNING CENTER for its caring, professional environment and strong teacher-student relationships. The staff is described as kind, flexible, and dedicated to child safety and school readiness. One parent noted overall satisfaction but cited concerns about hygiene maintenance, inter-shift communication, and lost items.

Safe and caring environmentprofessional staffstrong teacher relationships
Address
3760 Salem Ave, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 219-9782
On Purpose Academy And Mentoring Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

On Purpose Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for Director Ms. Kim's personal attention and hands-on leadership. Parents highlight the qualified teaching staff, individualized education focused on kindergarten preparation, and strong partnerships with families for child development across academic, social, and emotional domains.

Director Ms. Kim knows families by name and is highly involved in enrollmentcompassionate and dedicated teaching staffindividualized attention to each child's needs
Address
51 Best Street, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 673-6988
Centerville Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Centerville Child Development Center as an exceptional facility with caring, experienced staff and strong leadership. All 10 recent reviews gave 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting excellent teacher communication, low staff turnover, balanced curriculum and outdoor play, flexible hours for working families, and children's genuine enthusiasm for attending.

Caring and attentive staffstrong director and assistant director leadershiplow teacher turnover
Address
8095 Garnet Drive, Centerville, OH
Phone
(937) 434-5949
Center For Community Empowerment
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Center for Community Empowerment as an excellent daycare with caring staff and a welcoming environment. Reviews highlight the facility's commitment to learning, flexibility in working with families, and creating a nurturing community for children.

Amazing staffchildren feel blessedgreat learning environment
Address
1420 Dogwood Lane, Youngstown, OH
Phone
(330) 740-1982
Powel Crosley Jr Ymca Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Powell Crosley Jr YMCA Learning Center receives consistently high praise from members for its friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and diverse amenities including year-round indoor pool access and specialized fitness classes. The facility is described as family-oriented with helpful volunteers and well-maintained equipment, though some members note the membership cost is steep and the mobile app could be improved.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesyear-round indoor pool
Address
9601 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 521-7112
Hyde Park Play School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Hyde Park Play School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the caring, experienced teachers, flexible administration, and strong developmental outcomes for children from infants through pre-K. The facility effectively prepares children for kindergarten while maintaining a warm, nurturing environment.

Experienced and caring teachers with low turnoveraccommodating administrationflexible policies for special nee
Address
3846 Drake Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 631-2095
Sunshine Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Sunshine Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the small, close-knit community atmosphere and individualized attention each child receives. Parents highlight strong educational outcomes, particularly in early literacy skills, along with caring and diverse staff, healthy meals, and a Christian environment that emphasizes kindness and respect.

Smallclose-knit communityindividualized attention
Address
3750 W Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 457-4085
Purple Door Christian Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Purple Door Christian Child Care Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the attentive, caring staff and Christian values-based curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, excited to attend daily, and treated like family by teachers who go above and beyond in communication and support.

Attentive and compassionate staffChristian values and Bible instructionstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
2684 Columbus Street, Grove City, OH
Phone
(614) 801-9475
Kare-A-Lot
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise KARE-A-LOT for exceptional staff care, strong developmental programs, and welcoming atmosphere. Children show enthusiasm attending and demonstrate measurable progress in language, motor skills, and confidence. Parents appreciate transparent communication through the Brightwheel app and responsive leadership.

Caring and attentive staffstrong curriculum across all age groupsfrequent photo and app updates throughout day
Address
1030 King Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 298-8933
Joyland Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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
Address
2222 Hilliard Rome Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 777-9008
Hilliard First Baptist Child Care & Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
2929 Hilliard-Rome Road, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 876-6738
Northwest Christian Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Northwest Christian Child Care Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and faith-based curriculum. Parents report their children have thrived academically, socially, and spiritually in a clean, well-organized facility with diverse programming including outdoor activities, swimming, and chapel time.

Experienceddedicated staff who treat children like familyfaith-based learning integrated into daily activities
Address
5707 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 451-4412
The Learning Ladder Preschool And Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Learning Ladder Preschool and Day Care Inc. in Westerville, Ohio receives consistent praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the owner's personal involvement, low staff turnover, cleanliness, and engaging activities for children of all ages. Multiple reviewers report long-term satisfaction spanning years of enrollment.

Attentive and caring stafflow staff turnoverclean facility
Address
695 Cooper Road, Westerville, OH
Phone
(614) 895-7969
Northland Church Of Christ Child Care
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
4581 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 410-5861
Stepping Stones Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Stepping Stones Learning Center in Worthington receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and professional staff, competent leadership, clean facility, and home-like learning environment. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this center's care.

Loving and attentive staffcompassionate director (Kacie)affordable pricing
Address
860 Griswold St., Worthington, OH
Phone
(614) 885-6656

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5,417 all daycares across Ohio. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Ohio are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Ohio's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Ohio, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Ohio sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Ohio vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.