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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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Neighborhood Alliance Child Enrichment Of Lorain
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the center for its developmental focus, enrichment activities, and caring staff who prioritize child safety and learning. However, one parent reported concerning behavior from staff, specifically hearing workers yelling at children. Overall ratings are mixed, with most reviews being positive but one serious concern raised.

Staff dedication to child safety and caredevelopmental growth focusfun learning environment
Address
3835 Clifton Ave, Lorain, OH
Phone
(440) 233-4420
Kids Encounter Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kids Encounter as an exceptional daycare with caring, professional staff who create a safe and nurturing environment. Families appreciate the individualized attention given to children, the clean facilities, and comprehensive programming from infancy through school-age, including preschool, before/after school care, and summer programs.

Kind and caring teachersclean facilitysafe environment
Address
9267 State Route 43, Streetsboro, OH
Phone
(330) 968-4873
Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center in Kent, Ohio consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, nurturing environment, and flexible scheduling. Parents report significant improvements in their children's behavior, social skills, and academic readiness, with staff described as kind, patient, and invested in each child's development.

Staff care for children compassionatelyclean facilityflexible scheduling
Address
1145 Lake Street, Kent, OH
Phone
(330) 673-8611
Paul And Carol David Ymca - Northwest
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise this YMCA facility highly for its cleanliness, well-maintained equipment, and friendly staff. The childcare program receives positive feedback, with parents noting their children enjoy the youth activities and swim lessons. Classes and fitness programs are well-reviewed with mention of excellent instructors.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffexcellent swim instructors and aquatics program
Address
8436 Erie Ave. N.W., Canal Fulton, OH
Phone
(330) 854-5405
All Around Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All Around Children in Stow receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, communicative staff across all age groups, clean facility, and strong emotional and academic development programs. Parents highlight excellent teacher-student relationships, transparent daily communication, and smooth transitions between age levels, with many families choosing to stay long-term.

Caring and patient teachersclean facilityexcellent communication and daily updates
Address
4117 Bridgewater Pkwy, Stow, OH
Phone
(330) 928-1444
Firestone Park Ymca / Hatton Clc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

This YMCA facility receives consistently high praise for its welcoming, family-like atmosphere and friendly staff who remember members' names. While the facility is older and smaller than other area YMCAs, reviewers appreciate the lack of crowds, quick access to equipment, and quality programming for all ages.

friendly and helpful staffsmall intimate community feelclean facility
Address
1933 Baker Ave, Akron, OH
Phone
(330) 724-1255
Firestone Park Ymca / King Clc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Firestone Park YMCA receives consistently high praise for its friendly, family-like community atmosphere and welcoming staff who remember members' names. While the facility is smaller and older than other nearby YMCAs, patrons appreciate the lack of crowds, quality equipment, and personalized service. The center is noted as an excellent option for those seeking a community-focused fitness experience.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong community/family atmospheresmall size with minimal crowds
Address
805 Memorial Parkway, Akron, OH
Phone
(330) 724-1255
Firestone Park Ymca / Ritzman Clc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Firestone Park YMCA is a smaller, intimate facility in Akron that receives consistently high praise from members. Parents and gym-goers appreciate the friendly, family-like atmosphere, quality equipment, and attentive staff who take time to build relationships with members. The facility is clean and well-maintained despite being older, with minimal wait times and no overcrowding.

Friendly and welcoming staffsmall and intimate community feelquality equipment
Address
629 Canton Rd, Akron, OH
Phone
(330) 724-1255
Grandma'S Place Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
774 E. Market St, Akron, OH
Phone
(330) 434-0949
Mckinley Early Childhood Center #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

McKinley Early Childhood Center #3 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents emphasize strong staff communication, caring teachers who treat children like family, and a safe, welcoming environment that has earned their long-term loyalty and recommendations.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communicationsafe environment
Address
440 Vernon Odom Blvd, Akron, OH
Phone
(330) 252-2552
Carebare Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
6214 N. Summit St, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 913-2223
Educare Academy Vii Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Educare Academy VII receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's attentiveness, clean environment, and structured activities. However, some parents have raised concerns about pricing, classroom management, safety procedures, and parking.

attentive and caring staffclean facilitystructured environment
Address
4450 Jackman Rd, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 478-3131
The Early Bird Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
357 Cunningham Rd, Salem, OH
Phone
(330) 332-1446
The Fox'S Den Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise The Fox's Den Childcare for its caring, attentive staff and small class sizes that allow individual attention. The center is noted for fun activities, themed events, regular photo updates, and strong communication with parents. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel their kids are safe, happy, and learning in a home-like environment.

Caring and professional staffsmall class sizes with good teacher-to-child ratiosplay-based learning
Address
157 Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth, OH
Phone
(330) 329-6637
Young Scholar Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Young Scholar Pre-School receives predominantly positive feedback regarding its warm environment, quality instruction, and small class sizes that allow individualized attention. Parents report children gain confidence and school readiness skills. However, one parent had a negative experience with the center's refund policy and lack of responsiveness during an emergency relocation.

warm and welcoming environmentsmall class sizesindividualized attention
Address
3848 Medina Road, Medina, OH
Phone
(330) 721-4500
Harrison Street Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2
Address
70 Harrison St, Sunbury, OH
Phone
(740) 965-7850
Radiant Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Radiant Kids receives highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the safe, loving environment, professional management, caring staff, and enrichment activities. Negative reviewers report serious safety and supervision concerns, including lack of curriculum, inadequate staff accountability, and children escaping the facility.

Safe and loving environmentprofessional managementcaring and patient staff
Address
7100 Post Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 889-8369
A+ Child Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise A+ Child Care and Learning Center (also referred to as Advantage Early Learning Academy) for its nurturing, loving environment and dedicated staff who treat children like family. Reviewers highlight strong academic growth, engaging learning activities, effective communication, and reasonable pricing. The daycare is noted for its recent positive management changes and organized family events.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and safe environmentstructured learning activities
Address
398 Damascus Road, Marysville, OH
Phone
(937) 642-4300
New Pathways Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

New Pathways Child Development Center in Fairfield, Ohio receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents and staff. Parents consistently praise the clean, safe facility, caring and knowledgeable staff, strong leadership, and positive impact on children's academic and social development. The center is noted for personalized instruction, engaging activities, field trips, and family-like atmosphere.

Clean and well-maintained facilitySafe locationCaring and dedicated staff
Address
5152 Boehm Drive, Fairfield, OH
Phone
(513) 829-0382
Celebration Station Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1504 Villa Road, Springfield, OH
Phone
(937) 390-2424
Children'S Choice Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
16200 Euclid Avenue, East Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 268-5655
Childrens Community College Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
8401 Cedar Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 769-5437
Brilliant Minds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1491 W 117th St, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 221-1076
Little Village Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Village Kids receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents emphasize the caring, family-like environment, stable staff, attentive ownership, and individualized attention their children receive. Multiple families report this was their preferred daycare after trying other centers in the area.

Loving and patient stafflow staff turnoverstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
935 Deis Dr, Ste B, Fairfield, OH
Phone
(513) 858-1360
Ashland-W Holmes Career Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the adult education and career training programs at this center, highlighting knowledgeable and dedicated instructors, particularly in dental assisting. The facility offers diverse vocational programs and maintains a supportive, caring environment for students. One early review mentioned a preschool experience with a positive outcome despite a school bully situation.

Knowledgeable and passionate instructorsdedicated teachers who care about studentsdiverse trade and vocational programs
Address
1783 State Route 60, Ashland, OH
Phone
(419) 289-3313
Cornerstone Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
7600 Princeton-Glendale Road, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 874-7870
St Pius X
Church Daycare
4.2

St. Pius X is a religious facility in Reynoldsburg with mostly positive feedback from parents. The majority of reviews praise the teaching staff, curriculum offerings, and welcoming community atmosphere. However, there is one serious allegation of inappropriate teacher conduct that warrants attention.

Knowledgeable and kind teachersearly childhood language and computer instructionbeautiful facility
Address
1061 Waggoner Rd, Reynoldsburg, OH
Phone
(614) 866-6050
Primrose School Of Solon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Solon for exceptional care, nurturing staff, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple long-term families credit the school with their children's cognitive and social advancement. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and responsive to family needs.

Caring and attentive staffstrong child development and learning outcomesresponsive communication
Address
32995 Solon Road, Solon, OH
Phone
(440) 914-4005
St Rita School For The Deaf
Church Daycare
4.2

St. Rita School for the Deaf is a specialized religious institution in Cincinnati that receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the school's specialized programs for children with speech and language needs, compassionate staff, and strong community environment. Many former students and parents express deep satisfaction with their experiences at the school.

specialized Sign & Say Program for Childhood Apraxia of Speechtotal communication approachkind and caring staff
Address
1720 Glendale Milford Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 771-7600
Badger Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2
Address
7119 State Route 7, Kinsman, OH
Phone
(330) 876-2860

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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.