Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Akron, OH
Compare 84 child daycare & preschools in Akron. Average rating: 4.33/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Akron, Ohio at a glance
- Programs
- 84
- Avg rating
- 4.33/5
- Parent reviews
- 759
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 28
Akron has 84 licensed child daycare & preschools with 759 parent reviews averaging 4.33/5.28 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 47% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 44333 (avg 4.83 stars), while 44312 has the largest selection (15 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Akron
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Miracle Child Daycare Center LLC4.8 score5(20)
847 Crouse Street, Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Miracle Child Daycare Center in Akron receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff led by owner Yvette Lloyd. Parents consistently report feeling complete peace of mind with their children's care, safety, and development. The center is noted for cleanliness, strong parent communication, and special attention to individual needs including special needs children.
Caring and professional staffclean and w - 2Lakeview Christian Preschool4.71 score5(12)
4613 S Main St, Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Lakeview Christian Church, not the preschool/daycare program. Reviews praise the welcoming community, engaging worship services, and spiritual growth opportunities. Parents consistently express feeling uplifted and forming meaningful connections.
Welcoming and friendly peopleengaging worship servicesBible-based teachingyouth and study groups - 3Riverside Alliance Day Care Center4.65 score4.9(13)
2303 S. Main Street, Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
This listing appears to be mislabeled - the reviews describe a church facility in Akron, Ohio, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere, quality of biblical teaching, and diverse worship services offered at the location.
Welcoming and loving communityLGBTQIA+ and multicultural friendlyknowledgeable and clear teachingquality music programs - 4Hope Lutheran Preschool4.62 score5(8)
999 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Hope Lutheran Preschool in Akron, Ohio receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, patient teaching staff and high-quality educational program. Parents consistently report their children thrived academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten. Families appreciate the balance of structured learning and play, attentive individualized care, and regular communication through the preschool app.
Kind and patient teachershigh educational standardsbalanced play-based and academic learningstrong kindergarten preparation - 5Rosa'S Playhouse4.62 score5(8)
359 S. Arlington, Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 9 children
Rosa's Playhouse is consistently praised by parents as a caring, family-oriented daycare with dedicated staff who treat children as their own. Parents highlight the educational curriculum, special activities, small personal setting, and 24-hour availability. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and significant positive development in their children.
caring and professional stafffamily-oriented atmosphereeducational curriculumspecial events and activities - 6St Sebastian4.56 score4.7(20)
352 Elmdale Ave, Akron, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
St. Sebastian is a Catholic parish in Akron, Ohio that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, beautiful church architecture, quality clergy, and family-friendly atmosphere. Reviews highlight the Traditional Latin Mass offerings and excellent facility maintenance.
welcoming communitystunning architecturequality priestsfamily-friendly environment - 7Lakemore United Methodist Nursery School4.56 score4.7(20)
1536 Flickinger Rd, Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Reviews highlight the church's community involvement and welcoming atmosphere. However, most reviews appear to reference the church facility itself rather than the nursery school program specifically. Parents praise the friendly staff and community services offered.
Friendly and welcoming staffstrong community involvementfamily-oriented atmospherehosts community events and services - 8Eastgate Preschool4.55 score5(6)
671 Canton Road, Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children
Eastgate Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight excellent, caring teachers (particularly Mrs. Johns and Mrs. Stephens), strong educational outcomes, and successful kindergarten preparation. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and plan to continue using the facility.
Dedicated and kind teachersstrong academic learningchildren enjoy attendingfield trips - 9Community Christian Preschool4.5 score5(5)
3260 Cormany Rd, Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 154 children
Community Christian Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, well-organized staff and intentional individualized approach to child development. Parents consistently highlight the quality of the learning curriculum, enrichment activities, and strong kindergarten preparation. Families report their children love attending and feel the staff treat them like family.
caring and kind staffwell-organizedindividualized attention to each childenrichment and special activities - 10Le Chaperon Rouge4.48 score4.6(20)
286 N. Cleveland Massillon Rd., Akron, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Le Chaperon Rouge (also referred to as The Nest School) for its clean, welcoming facility and caring, attentive staff. Reviews highlight the thoughtful curriculum, strong communication with parents, and genuine care shown toward children. All reviewers report their children are happy, thriving, and treated like family.
Clean and organized facilitykind and caring staffthoughtful curriculumexcellent daily communication with parents
Rating Distribution
Based on 59 daycares with Google ratings in Akron
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 759 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Akron, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Akron zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44333 | 7 | 4.83 | 4 | |
| 44319 | 9 | 4.78 | 4 | |
| 44313 | 10 | 4.57 | 4 | |
| 44305 | 7 | 4.47 | 2 | |
| 44306 | 14 | 4.42 | 5 | |
| 44312 | 15 | 4.39 | 4 | |
| 44314 | 6 | 4.1 | 0 | |
| 44310 | 5 | 4.03 | 1 | |
| 44320 | 15 | 4 | 2 | |
| 44307 | 5 | 3.43 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Akron (7–320 children)
Small
up to 30 children
4
Medium
31–75 children
22
Large
76–150 children
19
Very Large
150+ children
4
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Akron based on parent reviews
Miracle Child Daycare Center LLC
847 Crouse Street, Akron, OH
Miracle Child Daycare Center in Akron receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff led by owner Yvette Lloyd. Parents consistently report feeling complete peace of mind with their children's care, safety, and development. The center is noted for cleanliness, strong parent communication, and special attention to individual needs including special needs children.
Lakeview Christian Preschool
4613 S Main St, Akron, OH
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Lakeview Christian Church, not the preschool/daycare program. Reviews praise the welcoming community, engaging worship services, and spiritual growth opportunities. Parents consistently express feeling uplifted and forming meaningful connections.
Riverside Alliance Day Care Center
2303 S. Main Street, Akron, OH
This listing appears to be mislabeled - the reviews describe a church facility in Akron, Ohio, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere, quality of biblical teaching, and diverse worship services offered at the location.
Rosa'S Playhouse
359 S. Arlington, Akron, OH
Rosa's Playhouse is consistently praised by parents as a caring, family-oriented daycare with dedicated staff who treat children as their own. Parents highlight the educational curriculum, special activities, small personal setting, and 24-hour availability. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and significant positive development in their children.
Lakemore United Methodist Nursery School
1536 Flickinger Rd, Akron, OH
Reviews highlight the church's community involvement and welcoming atmosphere. However, most reviews appear to reference the church facility itself rather than the nursery school program specifically. Parents praise the friendly staff and community services offered.
Eastgate Preschool
671 Canton Road, Akron, OH
Eastgate Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight excellent, caring teachers (particularly Mrs. Johns and Mrs. Stephens), strong educational outcomes, and successful kindergarten preparation. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and plan to continue using the facility.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Akron, Ohio
Akron offers a diverse landscape of 84 childcare and preschool facilities, catering to various age groups and educational philosophies. Parents frequently highlight clean environments, quality equipment, and welcoming atmospheres as key factors in their satisfaction. The 44333 zip code stands out as a particularly strong neighborhood, boasting an impressive average rating of 4.83 stars across its six local centers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Akron have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 59 rated facilities, with 47% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.73 stars. Our analysis covers 759 parent reviews. Parents in Akron most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, friendly and welcoming staff, and caring staff.
When choosing a daycare in Akron, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Child Daycare & Preschools in Akron
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- Address
- 3089 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 644-8489
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- 1000 Diagonal Rd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 761-1625
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- 1199 V Odom Blvd, Akron, OH
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 700 E Exchange St, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 761-2237
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- 2370 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 761-1655
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- 1156 4th Ave, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 761-2785
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- 1222 W Waterloo Rd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 848-5231
Childtime Learning Center in Akron has mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff's kindness, care quality, and welcoming environment, but several report serious concerns about staff supervision, communication, and inappropriate behavior during field trips.
- Address
- 2145 Eastwood Avenue, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 784-2582
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- 2308 24th St Sw, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 745-8950
This Childtime Learning Center location has highly polarized reviews. A small group of parents praise the friendly staff and positive experiences, while a larger group report serious concerns about staff aggression toward children, poor training, lack of supervision, inadequate communication, and unprofessional management under Director Jamie.
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- 555 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 864-4499
Childtime Akron receives polarized reviews with strong praise from some long-term families and serious safety concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight caring staff, live camera access, and years of satisfactory service, while negative reviews allege neglect, inadequate supervision, and mishandling of infants and young children.
- Address
- 2645 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 745-2530
Brightside Academy Ohio has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, curriculum-based learning, and director Ms. Josephine White's leadership. However, negative reviews report serious concerns about neglect, poor management under director Tammy, lack of communication, and inadequate supervision.
- Address
- 1585 Fredrick Blvd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 835-9560
- Address
- 1361 W Market St, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 836-2355
Brightside Academy Ohio receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the professional and caring staff, clean facility, and family-like environment where children are happy and engaged. However, one parent reported a serious safety incident involving transportation and concerns about the director's response to bullying and billing issues.
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- 1100 S Arlington St, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 785-9740
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- 135 Hall St, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 762-8177
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- 2330 E Market St, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 733-2551
McKinley Early Childhood Center #2 in Akron receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, educational activities, and fun events. However, some parents report serious concerns about administrator communication, enrollment policy issues, safety, and staff professionalism.
- Address
- 2529 Romig Road, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 745-8818
- Address
- 350 S Portage Path, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 836-7182
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #1677 in Akron for its caring, passionate staff who create a structured learning environment. Children show notable developmental progress in areas like speech, academics, and social skills. Parents highlight responsive communication, family-oriented activities, and teachers who genuinely invest in each child's growth and wellbeing.
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- 3405 Massillon Rd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 896-1678
The Goddard School in Akron receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the professional, caring staff, organized structure, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive and feel comfortable. Many parents report their children are happy, learning quickly, and looking forward to attending school.
- Address
- 105 Springside Drive, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 665-3035
- Address
- 707 Schocalog Rd, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 867-6222
One parent highlights the experienced staff, clean and safe facility, and flexible hours, while a separate review details serious safety concerns regarding unaddressed aggression between children and allegations of retaliatory termination. The negative feedback cites specific incidents of biting, lack of communication from staff, and the abrupt dismissal of enrollment without refunding fees. Conversely, positive feedback emphasizes trust in the caregivers and the quality of the environment after overcoming initial separation anxiety.
- Address
- 45 Hanna Parkway, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 724-6417
Parents consistently praise Childtime Learning Center for its caring, professional staff and clean, welcoming environment. Children show strong academic progress and social development, with many families staying enrolled for multiple years. Director Robyn and teachers like Carolyn are frequently highlighted for their warmth, dedication, and personal attention to each child.
- Address
- 2546 Leland Avenue, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 784-3399
Kozmic Korner receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the quality of care, education, and staff dedication. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and thriving, with strong communication and individualized attention from well-trained teachers.
- Address
- 520 S Main St, Ste 2414, Akron, OH
- Phone
- (330) 253-8125
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