
Browse all 220 child daycare & preschools in Cleveland, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
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.
There are 220 child daycare & preschools in Cleveland, Ohio, making up 79% of the 279 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
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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.
Watch Us Grow Development Center is highly regarded by parents for its caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. The center offers structured curriculum, engages actively with children, and provides additional services like school transportation. Parents consistently praise the safe, warm atmosphere and individualized attention to both children and families.
A Little Bit of Loving Care in Cleveland receives nearly universal praise from parents who describe the facility and staff as exceptionally caring, reliable, and supportive. Parents highlight the owner Michelle's personal connection with children and families, noting that staff provide attentive care, educational enrichment, and genuine affection. Multiple parents report enrolling multiple children over years and continuing to recommend the center.
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.
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.
East End Individual Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising it as a community resource offering compassionate childcare and helpful support. The center is noted for its caring staff, cultural environment, and abundance of activities and resources for families.
Love Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, particularly director Charla, for creating a welcoming environment where children thrive socially and academically. Parents consistently highlight the clean facility, engaging curriculum, excellent communication, and special events. Multiple parents report their children experienced significant social development and overcome initial anxiety or adjustment difficulties.
West Park Discovery World is highly regarded by most parents as a nurturing, safe preschool environment where children thrive socially and academically. Staff members, particularly Gayle and Nora, are praised for their caring approach, strong communication, and creating a home-like atmosphere. However, one parent reported a serious concern about physical discipline.
Parents consistently praise Cleveland Child Care Inc for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. Multiple reviewers highlight smooth transitions, regular communication with parents, and children who are excited to attend. The facility maintains a clean environment and incorporates meaningful curriculum with outdoor learning activities.
Authentic Experiences is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Cleveland with uniformly positive parent feedback. Parents consistently praise the caring and well-trained staff, welcoming environment, and educational programming across all age groups. The facility supports smooth transitions for new students and extends its engagement to entire families.
Parents consistently praise Buhrer as an excellent educational facility with a positive atmosphere and caring staff. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and extended family members, indicating strong satisfaction. Teachers are noted for making learning engaging and fun while maintaining high educational standards.
Harvard Community Services Center receives consistently positive feedback for its daycare services and community programs. Parents praise the caring staff, well-organized events, and safe environment. The facility serves as an important community hub offering resources and activities for families and seniors.
Precious Gems Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the family-oriented environment, caring staff, and educational curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, flexibility with scheduling, and nutritious home-cooked meals. One negative review mentions poor phone etiquette from staff.
Parents consistently praise Promises Childcare Center for exceptional care, dedicated staff who treat children like family, and a warm, family-like environment. Multiple long-term families report high satisfaction with the center's cleanliness, developmentally appropriate activities, academic support, and flexible scheduling. Parents emphasize feeling complete peace of mind while at work.
St. Martin De Porres Family Center is highly regarded as a community resource offering daycare, after-school, and summer programs. Parents praise the caring, helpful staff, clean facilities, nutritious meals, educational activities, and field trips. The organization also provides broader community services including food pantry assistance, senior programs, and support for various populations.
Parents consistently praise The Magical World Childcare & Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and clean, safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and enthusiastic about attending. The center is noted for going above and beyond with activities, field trips, homemade food, and treating children like family.
A Step Above Daycare Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, safe environment, and ability to serve children from infants through school-age in a nurturing, educational setting. Multiple long-term families (5-8 years) report feeling their children are treated like family and appreciate the open communication and hands-on ownership.
All About the Children Childcare in Cleveland receives mostly positive reviews (4 five-star ratings) praising the teachers, safe environment, and open-concept layout that encourages child interaction. However, one one-star review raises concerns about safety, citing the open floor plan, lack of secured classroom doors, and inadequate supervision during pickup.
Little Critters Early Learning Center in Cleveland receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents emphasize excellent communication, a clean environment, and the teachers' genuine investment in each child's wellbeing and learning. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with the center's activities and support.
Little Critters Too receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently report their children making developmental progress, enjoying daily activities, and feeling safe and comfortable in the center's clean, well-maintained environment. The facility is noted for strong parent communication and community involvement.
Future Kids Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the facility as professional, clean, and safe with caring staff. However, some parents report serious concerns including unexplained marks on children, inappropriate content, and inattentive bus drivers using phones while driving.
Parents consistently praise Spanish American Little Footsteps for its caring, welcoming staff and bilingual education approach. The center is noted for making transitions smooth, maintaining clean facilities, and creating a family-like community atmosphere. Multiple reviewers emphasize that teachers genuinely bond with children and communicate well with parents.
Gordon Square Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise for its caring and non-judgmental staff, comprehensive support services, and helpful resources. However, reviews indicate this appears to be a community health center rather than a traditional daycare, offering mental health services, vaccinations, and social support alongside childcare.
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