
Browse 5,417 daycare centers across Ohio. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
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.
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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 3,743 |
| Headstart Programs | 274 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 394 |
| Before or After School | 1,006 |
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Delaware Christian Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff dedication, safe environment, and structured programs, though two detailed negative reviews cite inadequate support for children with developmental needs and special accommodations, with one family reporting their child was disenrolled after an autism diagnosis.
Small World Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, welcoming environment, cleanliness, and positive experiences, with some families returning for multiple children over many years. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about strict discipline, unprofessional teacher conduct, safety protocols regarding access to children, and staff turnover.
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time West Chester for exceptional staff care, individual attention to children's development, and a family-like environment. Multiple reviewers report significant child growth and school readiness, with many families using the center for multiple years. Daily communication and updates from teachers are frequently highlighted as valuable.
Our First Love receives mixed reviews. Most recent reviews praise the staff's professionalism, their work with children with special needs, and comprehensive programming including sign language and yoga. However, older reviews cite serious concerns about staff behavior and professionalism.
Presbyterian Child Center in London, Ohio receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff's care and communication, but two parents reported serious concerns about physical discipline and the director's handling of complaints. The facility has strong support from families with positive experiences, though concerns about safety protocols and director responsiveness are significant issues for dissatisfied parents.
Granville Child Care Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, educational activities, and strong teacher-child relationships. However, some parents report serious concerns about child neglect, unsanitary conditions, and poor administrative interactions.
Parents consistently praise LEADS Newark Center for its caring and dedicated staff who prioritize children's wellbeing and education. Beyond childcare, the center provides valuable community resources including tax preparation assistance. The facility is described as a safe, supportive environment committed to children's futures.
Little Village Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and communication through photos and access codes. However, some parents report serious concerns including neglect, dirty bathrooms, and dismissive administration.
There is a data mismatch: the facility listed is a daycare center, but all reviews discuss Breckenridge Village and Grace Woods, which are senior living/retirement communities, not childcare facilities. No actual daycare reviews are available for analysis.
TLC Child Development Center in Hudson, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents describe it as a family-oriented, home-like environment with caring staff, thoughtful curriculum, and strong child development focus that has served families for over 30 years.
This YMCA facility receives consistently high praise for its clean, spacious environment and exceptionally friendly, helpful staff. Parents and members appreciate the diverse programs including gymnastics and aquatic facilities, reasonable pricing, and strong community atmosphere. The director and front desk staff are specifically noted for their availability and welcoming approach.
Kids Ahead receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents praising the caring teachers, family-like environment, and quality of care for infants through school-aged children. However, several negative reviews cite enrollment management issues, alleged misrepresentation of part-time versus full-time spots, and concerns about handling children with behavioral disorders.
Wonder World Infant Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, maternal staff and strong communication with families. However, one parent reported concerns about discrimination and lack of patience toward a child with developmental delays. The center appears to provide good care for typically developing infants, though experiences may vary.
Reviews are not from parents about daycare services. The reviews describe the YMCA facility itself, praising its amenities, cleanliness, staff friendliness, and value. However, these reviews do not assess the actual child care program or services offered at this location.
Parents consistently praise the Fairborn YMCA Early Learning Center for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and quality childwatch services. The facility offers diverse programs including swim lessons, sports, fitness classes, and childcare that families find valuable. While the building is older, parents note that equipment is well-maintained and the overall environment is welcoming and family-friendly.
One parent highlights the owner's dedication and staff's flexibility in accommodating work schedules, noting their child feels safe and happy. Conversely, another reviewer describes their experience as a complete mistake, expressing strong dissatisfaction with both employment and childcare quality.
Bloom Early Education Center, a newly remodeled facility under new ownership in Columbus, receives mostly very positive feedback from parents praising its clean, spacious environment, professional staff, and Montessori-like educational approach. However, two 1-star reviews make serious allegations of child abuse and attendance fraud that contradict the positive accounts.
City Center Childcare in Grove City, Ohio receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, professional staff who treat children like family, the clean and safe facility, strong communication with parents, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, confident, and excited to attend daily.
Giggles and Grins is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, owners, and nurturing environment. Children show strong development and adjustment, with parents reporting excellent communication and family-like relationships with teachers. The facility maintains a clean, enriching atmosphere that prepares children well for kindergarten.
Helpful Hands Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, flexible scheduling, and family-oriented approach. Parents appreciate the professional organization, attentive management, and extra services like dinner provision and home buying classes. One 1-star review provided no details.
High Hopes Enrichment Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, owner Ms. Rose's hands-on approach, and safe learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show strong academic progress. However, one parent raised serious concerns about staff-to-child ratios, lack of communication regarding safety incidents, and insufficient engagement activities.
Parents report a wide range of experiences, with one family praising the facility for its safety and staff engagement, while another details severe concerns regarding staff conduct, health and safety violations, and negligence. The negative feedback highlights issues such as unsupervised bathroom access, poor hygiene, lack of attention to injuries, and failure to manage food allergies. These conflicting accounts suggest that the quality of care may vary significantly depending on the specific staff members or classes involved.
Success Kidz West receives mixed reviews ranging from 5 stars to 1 star. Positive reviews praise the friendly staff, clean facility, and good child care. However, negative reviews allege staff rudeness, inadequate hygiene practices, insufficient attention to crying infants, and discriminatory application practices, with complaints filed to state agencies.
One parent highly recommends the center for its caring staff and welcoming atmosphere, while another criticizes the facility for being unorganized and unsafe. The latter review cites daily missed meals, physical injuries due to lack of supervision and unsafe playground conditions, and a failure to communicate incidents to parents.
Mini Miracles & Beyond Learning Academy LLC receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the warm, nurturing environment, caring staff, engaging activities, and strong communication. However, several parents (3 negative reviews) report serious concerns including inadequate special needs support, chronic illness outbreaks, disorganization, safety issues, and poor staff accountability.
Shell's Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most reviewers praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, cleanliness, and long-standing reputation (30+ years), with parents reporting their children are happy and well-cared for. However, several negative reviews cite poor staff demeanor during tours, lack of individual child activity reports, health concerns, and alleged discipline issues.
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