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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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Kind And Caring Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kind and Caring Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and safe, clean facility. Parents report their children enjoy attending and benefit from structured curriculum, developmental support, and reasonable pricing. The center is described as one of the best in Cincinnati with strong staff continuity.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communicationfair and competitive tuition rates
Address
37 Eswin Street, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 834-8931
Little Footprints Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Footprints Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's genuine care, expertise in child development, and compassionate approach. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well in a clean, welcoming environment with excellent communication from leadership.

Knowledgeable and certified staffpassionate teacherspositive environment
Address
3660 Washington Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 961-6870
Mini Miracles Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their child has attended since six weeks old and expresses strong satisfaction with the care provided. The reviewer highlights the center's caring nature as a key reason for their loyalty.

caring staffsuitable for infants starting at 6 weekshigh satisfaction
Address
710 Ridgeway Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 550-5738
Mk Childcare Of State Ave
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
686 State Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 921-2368
Mk Childcare Of Warsaw Ave LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports positive experiences for both a one-year-old and a seven-year-old, noting improved speech development and enjoyment. The facility is described as organized, clean, and kind, with staff ensuring children are well-fed and all packed items are returned home intact.

Improved speech developmentwell-fed childrenorganized and clean environment
Address
3711 Warsaw Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 922-6279
Nature W/ Nurture Preschool & Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as an awesome option for first and second shift care, highlighting the friendly staff and safe environment. The feedback emphasizes the facility's suitability for working parents with non-standard schedules.

friendly staffsafe environmentsuitable for first and second shift care
Address
4954 Ferguson Pl., Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 873-1485
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Rainbow Child Care Center in Cincinnati receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Heidi for creating a nurturing, community-focused environment. Parents consistently report strong child development outcomes, engaging activities, healthy nutrition, and excellent communication. Families express high satisfaction and confidence in the center's preparation of children for kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Heidi's responsiveness and leadershipLow staff turnover
Address
1069 Nimitzview Drive, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 232-1584
Shine Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Shine Child Care for its Montessori-based approach, small class sizes, and outdoor-focused curriculum. Staff are described as caring, passionate, and trauma-informed, with exceptional teacher-child ratios. Families appreciate the center's holistic approach to child development and strong sense of community support.

Montessori-based curriculumsmall intimate settingshigh teacher-child ratios (3:1 for toddlers)
Address
5100 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 541-0400
Sky'S The Limit Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights over seven years of exceptional care, noting that teachers treat children with love and safety as if they were their own. Another review praises the owners for being professional and easy to work with.

exceptional careteachers treat children as their ownsafe environment
Address
1560 Marlowe Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 853-0101
The Children'S Home Of Cincinnati Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent recalls a positive experience from the late 1980s, noting the program's enduring quality and positive influence on their career aspirations. Another parent, who was adopted through the agency, expresses deep personal gratitude and emotional attachment to the organization.

nostalgic positive experiencestrong influence on career pathcompassionate adoption support
Address
4550 Red Bank Expy, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 527-7290
The Little Tree House Of Knowledge
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's rigorous educational approach and the dedication of the staff, particularly Mrs. Pool. Reviewers emphasize that the curriculum is effective and that the quality of care contradicts any assumptions based on the location.

rigorous education curriculumdedicated staffeffective learning outcomes
Address
1525 Linn Street, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 873-4760
Three Rivers Co-Op Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Three Rivers Co-Op Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, patient teachers and play-based learning approach. Parents highlight the warm environment, flexible scheduling options, affordable pricing, and strong social and academic development in their children. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend and have experienced significant growth.

Kind and patient teachersplay-based curriculum with structured learningwarm and welcoming environment
Address
6734 Bridgetown Road, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 941-4943
Tiny Steps Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tiny Steps Development Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and director Mrs. Keisha for creating a family-like environment where children feel safe and thrive developmentally. Parents highlight strong communication, individualized attention to each child's needs, and quality educational programming across all age groups. Multiple reviewers express such confidence in the center that they enroll additional children or maintain connections with the facility long after their children graduate.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Mrs. Keisha's leadershipSafe and nurturing environment
Address
4825 Whetsel Ave., Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 271-4200
Visions Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Visions Early Learning Center as the best daycare they have experienced, highlighting the staff's kindness and effective communication with children. The reviewer notes that the teachers are great and the living environment is positive.

great teacherskind staffawesome communication with children
Address
415 West Court Street, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 651-2229
Walnut Hills Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their children enjoy attending and actively engage with learning, contrasting sharply with previous negative experiences at another school. The reviewer highlights that teachers provide regular updates and demonstrate genuine care for the students.

children love the programteachers keep parents updatedstaff show care for children
Address
2840 Melrose Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 961-3510
Owens Community College Early Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3200 Bright Rd, Findlay, OH
Phone
(567) 429-3159
In His Hands Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents report high satisfaction with the staff's genuine care, kindness, and flexible communication, noting their children's positive learning experiences. Families express strong confidence and peace of mind regarding their children's well-being in this center-based program.

caring and kind staffflexible communicationstrong parental confidence
Address
238 N.5th St, Steubenville, OH
Phone
(740) 284-1319
All Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes All Stars as a great place where staff are very nice and children are treated well and well-fed. The reviewer highlights the fun daily activities and daily summer field trips as key positives.

nice staffdaily summer field tripsdaily fun activities
Address
9230 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH
Phone
(440) 257-6600
Beautiful Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes BEAUTIFUL KIDS ACADEMY in Wickliffe, Ohio with a single exclamation of approval. The sole comment highlights a positive experience without providing specific details about the facility or staff.

Great experience
Address
28930 Ridge Rd., Wickliffe, OH
Phone
(440) 943-2223
Coleridge Day Care And Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the school's experienced teachers and structured curriculum, noting that children are well-prepared for kindergarten and develop confidence through consistent instruction. The facility is praised for its Christian values, transparent communication regarding weekly activities and billing, and a safe, engaging environment with a large playground.

experienced teacherskindergarten preparationconfidence building
Address
10410 Buckeye Rd, Painesville, OH
Phone
(440) 354-6533
Papillion Enrichment Center Unit 5
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Papillion Enrichment Center Unit 5 receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and nutritious home-cooked meals. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this nurturing environment and highlight effective communication with teachers that aids child adaptation and development.

Loving and professional staffclean and safe facilitiesfresh organic meals cooked from scratch
Address
2804 Som Center Road, Willoughbyhills, OH
Phone
(440) 943-4323
Lawrence County Early Childhood Academy - Ironton
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights a strong connection with the staff, specifically noting their deep affection for their child's teacher. This limited feedback suggests a positive experience with individual educators at this school-based program.

Caring teachersstrong teacher-student relationships
Address
305 N. 7th St, Ironton, OH
Phone
(740) 532-2905
Lawrence County Early Childhood Academy- Deering
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights a strong connection with the teacher, expressing deep appreciation for the staff. This single review reflects a positive experience with the classroom environment.

Teacher quality
Address
4503 St Rt 243, Ironton, OH
Phone
(740) 532-6898
Lawrence Co. Early Childhood Academy-Dawson Bryant
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights a strong connection with the staff, specifically noting they love the teacher. This single review reflects a positive experience with the teaching staff at this school-based program.

Supportive teacherspositive teacher-student relationship
Address
1 Hornet Lane, Ironton, OH
Phone
(740) 532-2905
Lawrence Co. Early Childhood Academy-Symmes Valley
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights a strong connection with the teaching staff, expressing deep appreciation for their care. This single positive note reflects the limited feedback available for this location.

Positive teacher relationship
Address
14860 State Route 141, Willow Wood, OH
Phone
(740) 643-2690
Granville Parent Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the play-based, hands-on curriculum and the unique cooperative model where families actively participate in classroom and board operations. Reviewers appreciate the non-faith-based environment and the strong sense of community built among caring teachers and involved parents.

play-based approachhands-on parent cooperationcooperative parent lead board
Address
119 W. Broadway, Granville, OH
Phone
(614) 587-1113
Happy Little Hearts
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Happy Little Hearts receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the warm, family-like atmosphere and professional, caring staff. Parents consistently note their children feel safe and loved while receiving quality care, educational activities, and good nutrition including home-cooked meals.

Professional and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentclean and safe facility
Address
6500 Taylor Road Sw, Pataskala, OH
Phone
(740) 260-0807
Little Einstein Latchkey
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's nurturing environment, noting that staff treat children like family while offering engaging art and holiday activities. Families appreciate the dedicated staff and the use of an app that provides regular photo updates and progress reports.

caring staffengaging art projectsholiday activities
Address
394 E Main St, Newark, OH
Phone
(740) 366-0788
Lawrence County Early Childhood Academy-Proctorville
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights a positive experience, specifically noting strong affection for their child's teacher. The feedback reflects a highly satisfied relationship between the family and the classroom staff.

loved teacher
Address
384 Township Road 1053, Proctorville, OH
Phone
(740) 886-0504
Lawrence County Early Childhood Academy-Fairland
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights a positive experience, specifically expressing strong appreciation for their child's teacher. The feedback centers on the quality of the individual staff interaction rather than broader program details.

teacher quality
Address
10732 Co. Rd 107, Proctorville, OH
Phone
(740) 886-3125

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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.