
Compare 220 child daycare & preschools in Cleveland. Average rating: 4.11/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Cleveland has 220 licensed child daycare & preschools with 1,309 parent reviews averaging 4.11/5.60 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 38% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 44127 (avg 4.93 stars), while 44102 has the largest selection (28 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
7801 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
St. Augustine Manor Child Enrichment Center in Cleveland receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality education provided. Parents consistently describe the center as feeling like family, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and demonstrating strong developmental progress. Multiple families report using the center for extended periods from infancy through kindergarten.
7115 Woodland Ave, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
All Around Children receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the center's nurturing environment, quality education, and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental progress, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent communication from staff. The facility is noted for treating children like family while maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.
7724 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
JIREH Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the professional, clean facility and caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the family-oriented approach, educational focus, and strong emotional connections their children develop with staff members. Many report multi-year enrollment and express deep satisfaction with their children's safety and development.
2860 Coventry Road, Cleveland, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 39 children
This listing appears to be for Plymouth Church in Cleveland, not a Head Start daycare center. Reviews praise the church as a welcoming, inclusive faith community and performance venue with excellent acoustics, parking, and facilities. Reviewers highlight the warm congregation, beautiful architecture, and successful hosting of musical events.
2610 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise The Music Settlement's early childhood education and music programs as exceptional and transformative. Reviews highlight skilled teachers who effectively nurture student progress and foster a love of music in young learners. The facility itself is well-maintained with professional staff and security.
11125 Magnolia Drive, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children
Parents praise The Cleveland Music School Settlement Preschool as an exceptional music education program with skilled instructors and a nurturing environment. Students show significant progress in music skills across various programs including piano lessons, Jr Jams, combos, and theory classes. The facility is well-maintained with professional teachers who effectively meet students at their level and encourage musical growth.
2421 Central Ave., Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children
Parents consistently praise Bingham Early Learning Center for its welcoming staff, safe environment, and quality care. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's supportive community atmosphere and note their children's happiness and development. One parent attended the center as a child themselves.
1355 W 70th St, Cleveland, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews praise the parish facility for its community events, including popular fundraisers and Italian dinners. Parents appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and well-maintained facilities. The location serves as both a religious community and event venue.
3644 Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Our Lady of Angels is a religious facility in Cleveland that receives overwhelmingly positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, caring staff, and strong Catholic faith practices. The facility is noted for its beautiful historic architecture and family-oriented atmosphere.
7724 Lexington, Cleveland, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children
Lexington-Bell Early Childhood Services is highly regarded by parents as a community-focused daycare with caring, dedicated staff and strong leadership. Parents praise the nurturing environment, quality academics, and emphasis on cultural heritage and male role models. The center is described as a trusted community staple that prepares children well for school.
Based on 156 daycares with Google ratings in Cleveland
Top qualities mentioned across 1,309 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Cleveland, based on parent reviews
Cleveland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44127 | 5 | 4.93 | 3 | |
| 44102 | 28 | 4.37 | 8 | |
| 44135 | 16 | 4.36 | 4 | |
| 44113 | 17 | 4.36 | 3 | |
| 44106 | 8 | 4.35 | 1 | |
| 44111 | 22 | 4.27 | 5 | |
| 44105 | 27 | 4.24 | 5 | |
| 44112 | 8 | 4.12 | 0 | |
| 44109 | 19 | 4.05 | 3 | |
| 44115 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Cleveland (7–311 children)
Small
up to 30 children
6
Medium
31–75 children
39
Large
76–150 children
35
Very Large
150+ children
6
Highest rated daycares in Cleveland based on parent reviews
7801 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH
St. Augustine Manor Child Enrichment Center in Cleveland receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality education provided. Parents consistently describe the center as feeling like family, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and demonstrating strong developmental progress. Multiple families report using the center for extended periods from infancy through kindergarten.
7115 Woodland Ave, Cleveland, OH
All Around Children receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the center's nurturing environment, quality education, and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental progress, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent communication from staff. The facility is noted for treating children like family while maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.
7724 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH
JIREH Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the professional, clean facility and caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the family-oriented approach, educational focus, and strong emotional connections their children develop with staff members. Many report multi-year enrollment and express deep satisfaction with their children's safety and development.
2610 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH
Parents consistently praise The Music Settlement's early childhood education and music programs as exceptional and transformative. Reviews highlight skilled teachers who effectively nurture student progress and foster a love of music in young learners. The facility itself is well-maintained with professional staff and security.
11125 Magnolia Drive, Cleveland, OH
Parents praise The Cleveland Music School Settlement Preschool as an exceptional music education program with skilled instructors and a nurturing environment. Students show significant progress in music skills across various programs including piano lessons, Jr Jams, combos, and theory classes. The facility is well-maintained with professional teachers who effectively meet students at their level and encourage musical growth.
2421 Central Ave., Cleveland, OH
Parents consistently praise Bingham Early Learning Center for its welcoming staff, safe environment, and quality care. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's supportive community atmosphere and note their children's happiness and development. One parent attended the center as a child themselves.
Cleveland offers a robust selection of 220 childcare and preschool facilities, providing parents with diverse options for early education and care. While the broader directory maintains a solid 4.1-star average, specific neighborhoods like 44127 stand out with exceptional ratings. Parents consistently highlight clean environments, safety, and caring staff as the defining characteristics of these local centers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Cleveland have an average rating of 4.11 out of 5 across 156 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.23 stars. Our analysis covers 1,309 parent reviews. Parents in Cleveland most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring staff.
When choosing a daycare in Cleveland, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents report that their children thrive in a loving, safe environment where staff treat them like family. Reviewers highlight significant developmental progress, including improved speech, social skills, and academic concepts like counting, often noting positive interactions with older children. The center is praised for its consistent, positive teacher attitudes and open communication with families.
One parent highlights the professional staff, noting that children are well-fed, kept diaper-rash-free, and generally happy. Another reviewer confirms that both of their children enjoy attending the center.
One parent describes the center as being very delicate and loving to children.
One parent describes the center as very delicate and loving toward children. This single review highlights a positive interaction with the staff's care approach.
One parent describes the preschool as the best in the area, highlighting the kindness of specific teachers and staff who foster a welcoming environment where children eagerly attend. The reviewer notes that their child has made friends, learned significantly, and misses the program when closed, with no complaints reported.
Parents describe this center as an exceptional childcare option where children are engaged, happy, and well-prepared for school. Reviewers highlight the dedicated staff, strong communication, and safe, clean environment, with one noting the administrator's excellence and social media transparency.
One parent notes that all three of their children attended, feeling safe and loved under the care of Ms. Victoria. Another adult who attended as a child now sends their daughter, aged 6 weeks to 12, praising the administrator's program.
One parent highlights the center's home-like atmosphere, noting that staff members including Cheryl Johnson and Mrs. Nelson are caring, understanding, and responsive to family needs. The reviewer emphasizes that the team works well together and serves as a positive role model for both children and parents.
Everyone's Loved Daycare in Cleveland receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the family-oriented atmosphere and dedicated staff led by Ms. Desirae. Parents highlight the center's hands-on approach, educational activities, events, and long-term positive impact on children's development.
One parent describes the staff as outstanding and notes that their children love the center, highlighting a safe environment and a pre-k program that uses engaging learning songs. Another reviewer adds that the staff possesses years of experience and professionalism.
One parent reports that the center is neat and clean, with teachers who are wonderful and nice. They specifically note that their 11-month-old son is well cared for and express satisfaction with the facility.
JIREH Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the professional, clean facility and caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the family-oriented approach, educational focus, and strong emotional connections their children develop with staff members. Many report multi-year enrollment and express deep satisfaction with their children's safety and development.
One parent expresses extreme enthusiasm for King's Corner Achievement Center, stating they love the facility intensely. This single review highlights strong positive sentiment without citing specific operational details or complaints.
St. Augustine Manor Child Enrichment Center in Cleveland receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality education provided. Parents consistently describe the center as feeling like family, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and demonstrating strong developmental progress. Multiple families report using the center for extended periods from infancy through kindergarten.
Daisy Daycare in Cleveland receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, attentive staff and educational focus. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, regular communication through photos and videos, and genuine developmental support including potty training assistance.
A parent describes the center as loving, clean, and safe, highlighting engaging activities like outdoor play and walks, though one review notes the location has since closed its doors. Another reviewer appreciates the friendly and understanding staff at a different program location.
Parents highlight the staff's patience, structure, and genuine care for children, noting that students enjoy attending and acquire new skills. Specific teachers are commended for their dedication and ability to foster a positive learning environment.
Parents consistently praise Bingham Early Learning Center for its welcoming staff, safe environment, and quality care. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's supportive community atmosphere and note their children's happiness and development. One parent attended the center as a child themselves.
One parent highlights exceptional staff support for autistic children, including assistance with speech therapy and RBT services, while praising directors and teachers for their kindness and engagement. A second review notes that the director cares deeply about individual families, and a third mentions teachers are hands-on with students. No negative feedback is reported in the available reviews.
All Around Children receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the center's nurturing environment, quality education, and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental progress, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent communication from staff. The facility is noted for treating children like family while maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.
Reviewers highlight the facility as a caring environment with nutritious meals and engaging activities, including specific mentions of alphabet and ASL instruction. One parent recalls a memorable experience with a teacher who fostered a safe and welcoming atmosphere, while another notes the convenience of provided transportation and three daily hot meals.
Reviewers describe the center as having a nice setting and fabulous teachers, with one noting that the director is excellent. A former student who attended since second grade highlights the high quality of care, though they note the program ends when children turn 12.
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