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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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Kingdom Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kingdom Daycare in Lima, Ohio receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of instruction and kindergarten preparation. Parents report significant learning progress, caring teachers, and a clean, secure facility. One parent left a negative review citing personal experience but provided no details.

Excellent teacherseffective learning and skill developmentkindergarten readiness preparation
Address
1575 E. High St, Lima, OH
Phone
(419) 225-8888
Learning Castle Child Care Center-West
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Learning Castle Child Care Center-West receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's compassion, family-like treatment, and quality care from infancy through preschool. However, two recent reviews raise serious safety concerns regarding unauthorized pickups and inadequate incident reporting and child supervision.

Caring and compassionate stafffamily-like atmospherepatient with special needs children
Address
1251 North Cole Street, Lima, OH
Phone
(567) 712-6295
Champaign Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Champaign Family YMCA receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with members praising its cleanliness, friendly staff, and comprehensive facilities including childcare, fitness equipment, pool, and classes. Parents appreciate the flexible membership options, no-contract policy, and well-maintained facility. One reviewer noted incorrect information online regarding insurance program acceptance.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffcomprehensive amenities (childcare
Address
191 Community Drive, Urbana, OH
Phone
(937) 653-9622
The Champaign Family Ymca-Graham B/A Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Champaign Family YMCA in St. Paris offers comprehensive childcare and fitness services with consistently high satisfaction. Parents praise the clean facility, friendly staff, and diverse programming including pools, classes, and equipment. One reviewer noted inaccurate information online regarding insurance program acceptance.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffdiverse activities and programs
Address
9464 W. Us Rt 36, St. Paris, OH
Phone
(937) 653-9622
The Champaign Family Ymca-West Liberty After Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise the Champaign Family YMCA for its cleanliness, friendly and helpful staff, and comprehensive facilities. The center offers quality childcare programs alongside fitness amenities, swimming lessons, and various classes for families. Members appreciate the flexibility, competitive pricing, and no-contract policy.

Clean facilitypolite and helpful staffchildcare programs
Address
7208 N. Us Hwy 68, West Liberty, OH
Phone
(937) 653-9622
Wild About Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Wild About Kidz receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional care, learning-focused activities, and strong staff communication. Parents highlight the owners and teachers as genuinely caring, professional, and welcoming, with many noting significant developmental progress in their children. Families report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the center's care.

Staff professionalism and warmthstrong communication with parentsdaily learning activities
Address
4401 Elmwood Road, Batavia, OH
Phone
(513) 735-9453
Clifton Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
13889 Clifton Blvd., Lakewood, OH
Phone
(216) 228-8918
Future Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Future Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facility, attentive ownership, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple parents note their children's happiness and comfort level at the center.

Professional and friendly staffclean facilityresponsive owner Michelle
Address
12225 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 417-2456
Heart To Heart Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
3095 West 25th St., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 938-6771
Kiddie City Child Care Community
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kiddie City Child Care Community in Euclid, Ohio receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's attentiveness, care, and ability to handle children with special needs and dietary restrictions. However, two negative reviews cite billing practices and alleged discrimination against children with disabilities.

Loving and attentive staffaccommodates food allergies and dietary restrictionsidentifies developmental concerns and provides resources
Address
280 E. 206th, Euclid, OH
Phone
(216) 481-9044
Loving Hearts Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Loving Hearts Daycare receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, small group sizes, and quality educational programming. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about owner professionalism and child treatment.

Loving and attentive staffsmall group sizeswell-maintained facility
Address
15105 Broadway Ave, Maple Hts, OH
Phone
(216) 662-5561
Loving Hearts Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Loving Hearts Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, small group sizes, and educational programs. However, one review raised serious concerns about unprofessional behavior from ownership and disrespectful treatment of a child.

Lovingattentive staffsmall group sizes
Address
7600 St.Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 862-8329
Round The Clock Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Round the Clock Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the attentive staff, educational activities, and daily communication updates. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about inconsistent management, staffing ratios, and unprofessional employee conduct.

Staff attentiveness and careeducational activities and learning programsdaily communication/activity updates
Address
1676 Portage Rd., Wooster, OH
Phone
(330) 262-2023
St Edward
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
433 Cottage St, Ashland, OH
Phone
(419) 289-7456
First Lutheran Abc Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
33 Broadway Avenue, Shelby, OH
Phone
(419) 347-9246
Boniface School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews appear to be for a church/parish facility rather than a daycare center. Commenters praise the welcoming and respectful community, with many noting personal history or regular attendance. The facility is described as helpful and friendly.

Welcoming staffrespectful communityhelpful to those in need
Address
3555 W 54th St, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 696-6525
Primrose School At Polaris
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Primrose School at Polaris in Westerville, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing environment, skilled and caring staff who know children by name, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Children show enthusiasm for attending, with notable developmental and social growth reported.

Warm and nurturing environmentStaff genuinely invested in children's developmentExcellent daily communication via Procare app with photos and updates
Address
561 Westar Blvd, Westerville, OH
Phone
(614) 899-2588
Temple Christian School
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
982 Brower Rd, Lima, OH
Phone
(419) 227-1644
Jefferson County Jvs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Jefferson County JVS receives predominantly positive feedback from parents and students, with most reviewers praising the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and hands-on educational experience. However, there are isolated complaints regarding administrative issues with insurance billing for immunizations and concerns about part-time janitor working conditions and compensation.

kind and caring staffcompassionate teachersfamily/team atmosphere
Address
1509 County Highway 22a, Bloomingdale, OH
Phone
(740) 264-5545
St Peter
Church Daycare
4.3

St. Peter is a religious facility in Huber Heights, Ohio with overwhelmingly positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, responsive staff, positive learning environment, and strong sense of community. Students report feeling excited to attend and having positive relationships with teachers and peers.

caring and helpful staffresponsive to parent concernspositive teacher-student relationships
Address
6185 Chambersburg Rd, Huber Heights, OH
Phone
(937) 233-8710
St Rose
Church Daycare
4.3

St. Rose is a Catholic parish in New Lexington, Ohio with mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and spiritual experience, though a small number report negative interpersonal dynamics and concerns about financial management.

Inviting and welcoming environmentfriendly staffnon-judgmental
Address
119 W Water St, New Lexington, OH
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Vanguard Tech Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Vanguard Tech Center is a career-focused technical school for high school students and adults offering hands-on training in various trades and technical fields. Parents and graduates consistently praise the quality of instruction in specialized labs, job placement opportunities, and certifications earned. The school is noted for supportive instructors and challenging curricula that prepare students for workforce success.

Excellent lab instruction and hands-on trainingsupportive and caring instructorsjob placement and certification opportunities
Address
1306 Cedar St, Fremont, OH
Phone
(419) 332-2626
Massillon Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Massillon Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the friendly and helpful staff. Parents appreciate the school's organization, offerings, and welcoming events. One parent expressed concern about the school's weather-related closure policies and timing of notifications.

Nice and amazing teachersfriendly and helpful staffwell-organized events
Address
930 17th St Ne, Massillon, OH
Phone
(330) 830-3900
The Academy- Lebanon Christian
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
130 Cook Rd, Lebanon, OH
Phone
(513) 228-0677
Penta Career Center - On Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

PENTA CAREER CENTER is a vocational high school (not a daycare) in Perrysburg, Ohio with consistently excellent reviews. Students praise the diverse career programs, dedicated teachers, supportive environment, and practical real-world experience that prepares them for post-graduation success.

caring and supportive teacherswelcoming community and friendship opportunitiesdiverse career programs (Advanced Manufacturing
Address
9301 Buck Rd, Perrysburg, OH
Phone
(419) 666-1120
Cincinnati Children'S Hospital School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2850 Winslow Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 674-4200
Pembroke School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Pembroke School receives exceptional praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care and attention from staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and a well-structured curriculum that prepares children academically. The owner Lucy and staff members like Kimberly are frequently praised for creating a warm, loving environment where children feel safe and thrive.

caring and attentive staffpersonalized attention to each childexcellent communication with parents
Address
5559 Som Center Rd, Willoughby, OH
Phone
(440) 951-1818
Queen Of Peace
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews appear to be for Queen of Peace Church in Hamilton, Ohio, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's worship services, pastoral care, spiritual programs, and community activities. All reviews are positive with a 5/5 rating.

Welcoming and hospitable staffquality homiliesactive choir
Address
2550 Millville Ave, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 863-8705
Marymount Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Marymount Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, long-tenured staff and safe, clean environment. However, a small number of parents report difficulty reaching the director for inquiries. Most reviews highlight strong teacher-child relationships, creative activities, and excellent communication.

Caring and supportive staffstaff longevity (many employed 10+ years)safe and clean environment
Address
12215 Granger Rd, Garfield Hts, OH
Phone
(216) 581-3540
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Dublin for its caring, attentive staff who treat children with warmth and respect. The facility is noted as clean and safe with excellent communication through daily updates and classroom livestreams. Children are reported to enjoy attending and benefit from developmentally appropriate learning.

Warm and caring staffclean facilitygood communication with parents (daily pictures and livestream access)
Address
6365 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 717-4747

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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.