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364 Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbus, Ohio

Browse all 364 child daycare & preschools in Columbus, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbus

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.

  1. 1

    5150 Reed Rd, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Balanced Family Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional care, communication, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight staff dedication, individualized attention to children, and peace of mind regarding their child's safety and development.

    Excellent staff and teacher qualityregular communication with parentsindividualized child caresafe and clean facility
  2. 2

    1717 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Balanced Family Academy Clubhouse receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise exceptional staff care, strong communication, and a welcoming community environment. Parents consistently report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and well-being at the facility.

    Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication and daily updatesindividual attention to each childclean facility
  3. 3

    1347 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Balanced Family Academy (BFA) for exceptional staff who are caring, attentive, and communicative. First-time parents particularly appreciate the daily updates via the CareDay app and visible emotional security their children display. The facility offers quality meals, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment that makes parents feel confident leaving their children in capable hands.

    Caring and attentive teachersdaily photo and text updates via CareDay appfresh homemade meals providedclean and well-organized facilities
  4. 4

    2425 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children

    Meadow Park Children's Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, enriching curriculum centered on play-based learning, and strong communication. Parents highlight the stable environment created by long-tenured teachers, diverse activities, and welcoming community atmosphere.

    Experienced and caring staff with high retention rates (10+ years)play-based learning approachvariety of activities (artscience
  5. 5

    48 East North Broadway, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Clintonville CRC Kids Club receives universal praise from community members who describe it as a valuable resource offering food pantry services, support programs, and assistance to those in need. Staff and volunteers are consistently highlighted as friendly, helpful, and passionate about serving the community.

    Friendly and helpful staffFresh produce and quality pantry itemsMultiple programs and support servicesWelcoming to all community members
  6. 6

    7 W Henderson Road, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    CLINTONVILLE CRC KIDS CLUB 2 is a community resource center with exceptional staff and programming that serves diverse populations including families in need, seniors, and those experiencing food insecurity. Parents and community members consistently praise the friendly, passionate staff, fresh produce pantry offerings, and comprehensive support services available to the community.

    Friendly and helpful stafffresh produce and quality pantry itemswelcoming environm
  7. 7

    35 Oakland Park Ave., Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This facility appears to be a community resource center rather than a traditional daycare, offering pantry services and community support programs. Parents consistently praise the friendly, passionate staff and the quality of fresh produce and assistance provided. Multiple reviewers highlight the organization's significant positive impact on individuals and families in need.

    Friendly and helpful stafffresh produce qualitywelcoming environmentcomprehensive commu
  8. 8

    1800 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Mary's Little Lamb as an exceptional daycare with outstanding leadership under Ms. Tiffany. Reviews highlight the clean, well-organized facility, caring staff who treat children like family, engaging educational activities, and strong community involvement. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this program's care.

    Clean facilityprofessional staffpersonalized attention to each childengaging activities and field trips
  9. 9
    Jolly Tots Too!
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    5511 N. Hamilton Road, Columbus, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children

    Jolly Tots Too! receives universal praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced staff, small teacher-to-child ratios, on-site nurse, and nurturing environment that supports children's growth from infancy through Pre-K. Families report feeling confident in the quality of care and describe the center as a loving community where children thrive.

    Caring and experienced staffsmall teacher-to-child ratioson-site nurseclean and bright classrooms
  10. 10
    Our Lady Of Bethlehem
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    4567 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Our Lady of Bethlehem is a highly regarded religious daycare facility in Columbus, Ohio with universally positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, strong academic curriculum, spiritual guidance, and nurturing environment that supports children's development across multiple domains.

    Caring and responsive teachersstrong curriculumsmall class sizesindividual attention

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Columbus based on parent reviews

Balanced Family Academy

5(20)

5150 Reed Rd, Columbus, OH

Balanced Family Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional care, communication, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight staff dedication, individualized attention to children, and peace of mind regarding their child's safety and development.

Excellent staff and teacher qualityregular communication with parentsindividualized child care

Balanced Family Academy Clubhouse

5(20)

1717 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH

Balanced Family Academy Clubhouse receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise exceptional staff care, strong communication, and a welcoming community environment. Parents consistently report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and well-being at the facility.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication and daily updatesindividual attention to each child

Little Dreamers Big Believers

5(20)

1347 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus, OH

Parents consistently praise Balanced Family Academy (BFA) for exceptional staff who are caring, attentive, and communicative. First-time parents particularly appreciate the daily updates via the CareDay app and visible emotional security their children display. The facility offers quality meals, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment that makes parents feel confident leaving their children in capable hands.

Caring and attentive teachersdaily photo and text updates via CareDay appfresh homemade meals provided

Meadow Park Children'S Center

5(20)

2425 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH

Meadow Park Children's Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, enriching curriculum centered on play-based learning, and strong communication. Parents highlight the stable environment created by long-tenured teachers, diverse activities, and welcoming community atmosphere.

Experienced and caring staff with high retention rates (10+ years)play-based learning approachvariety of activities (art

Clintonville Crc Kids Club

4.9(20)

48 East North Broadway, Columbus, OH

Clintonville CRC Kids Club receives universal praise from community members who describe it as a valuable resource offering food pantry services, support programs, and assistance to those in need. Staff and volunteers are consistently highlighted as friendly, helpful, and passionate about serving the community.

Friendly and helpful staffFresh produce and quality pantry itemsMultiple programs and support services

Clintonville Crc Kids Club 2

4.9(20)

7 W Henderson Road, Columbus, OH

CLINTONVILLE CRC KIDS CLUB 2 is a community resource center with exceptional staff and programming that serves diverse populations including families in need, seniors, and those experiencing food insecurity. Parents and community members consistently praise the friendly, passionate staff, fresh produce pantry offerings, and comprehensive support services available to the community.

Friendly and helpful stafffresh produce and quality pantry itemswelcoming environm

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbus, Ohio

There are 364 child daycare & preschools in Columbus, Ohio, making up 76% of the 480 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.

When choosing a daycare in Columbus, 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 Columbus

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Debi'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
5504 E. Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 348-4214
Fresh Start Learning Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
3500 E Broad St, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 237-3279
Kids Zone Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Kids Zone Learning Center has sharply divided reviews. Positive reviews praise new management, cleanliness, new equipment, caring staff, and a happy learning environment. Negative reviews report poor communication, failure to honor transportation promises, inadequate supervision, lack of structured activities, administrative errors, inconsistent discipline, and alleged neglect of basic care needs.

New managementclean facilitynew equipment
Address
1516 N. Cassady Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 476-8760
Precious Jewels
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Precious Jewels Early Learning Center in Columbus receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, Christian environment, academic preparation, and flexibility. However, two parents reported serious concerns about physical discipline and inadequate investigation of alleged incidents.

Consistent and patient staffChristian curriculumclose location
Address
3650 Sunbury Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 471-9553
Bright Minds Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Bright Minds Daycare has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring owners, qualified teachers, educational programs including language instruction, and homework help. However, multiple negative reviews allege serious safety and disciplinary concerns including physical punishment with pencils, forced napping practices, and harassment allegations.

caring and family-like ownerskind and respectful teacherseducational programs including language instruction
Address
142 North Wilson Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 279-8647
Great Beginnings Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Great Beginnings Child Care LLC receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the welcoming staff, clean facility, and teacher quality. However, multiple parents report serious concerns including alleged physical abuse by a teacher named Mrs. Hanne, unsafe bus driving practices, and claims that management failed to address complaints appropriately.

welcoming and friendly staffclean facilityteachers help children grow
Address
3595 Sullivant Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 272-5006
Moonlight Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Moonlight Child Care receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the owner, teachers, flexible hours, and child development outcomes, while negative reviewers cite staff turnover, inattentiveness, safety concerns, and communication issues.

Nice and helpful ownersweet and caring teachersflexible hours past 6pm
Address
4656 W. Broad St, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 853-2781
Shining Stars Childcare And Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Shining Stars has mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Some parents report their children are happy, learning well, and thriving, while others cite serious concerns including staff inattentiveness, high turnover, potty training issues, injuries, lost belongings, and communication problems with management.

Extended hoursnice ownerhelpful with transitions
Address
4856 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 878-3744
Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Children's Academy in Columbus receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Most parents praise the friendly, caring staff and strong developmental support, while a smaller number report concerns about teacher consistency, child safety incidents, and classroom management.

Friendly and caring staffstrong potty training programdevelopmental learning activities
Address
100 Obetz Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 491-3270
Designed For Destiny Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1
Address
3530 Soldano Blvd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 332-2081
Aminatas Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1
Address
5125 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 878-5500
A Better Choice Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1
Address
2572 Cleveland, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 268-8503
Mattie B. James Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Mattie B. James Center receives mixed reviews with significant variation in parent experiences. While some parents praise the learning environment and staff, particularly director Morgan, others report serious concerns about staff professionalism and alleged inappropriate conduct. The facility appears to have undergone changes in management that some parents feel negatively impacted quality.

Strong educational focusdirector Morgan's helpfulness and resourcefulnesslearning environment
Address
969-999 Crupper Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 431-2094
Children R Us Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1046 E Weber Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 791-8832
Elite Academy & Childcare Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1390 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 641-7726
Humble Beginnings Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1548 Lockbourne Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 928-3035
Little Gems Learning Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2030 Leonard Avenue, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 258-4367
Natha Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1882 Tamarack Cir S, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 841-3935
Nation Child Care Group Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
4501 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 312-5997
Sunnyside Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
4300 Karl Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 268-6433
Our Star Kids Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1000 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 348-1608
R.F. Hairston Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
400 N. 20th Street, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 252-6876
Friendship Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1775 W Broad St, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 274-8200
Global Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1845 E. Hudson St, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 262-5202
Childtime Children'S Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
6660 Doubletree Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 848-3699
Northland Tutoring Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1752 Huy Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 262-3850
A+ Academy Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

A+ Academy Child in Columbus receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about staff conduct. While some parents praise teachers as amazing, multiple parents report serious issues including staff rudeness, poor teamwork, and allegations of physical discipline.

Experienced teacherspositive experiences for multiple children
Address
4580 Heaton Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 880-5437
Creative Minds Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Creative Minds Learning Academy has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise academic progress, teaching quality, and clean facilities, while negative reviews report serious concerns including alleged physical abuse, unprofessional staff behavior, billing irregularities, and failure to address parental complaints.

Academic progressengaging curriculumphenomenal teachers
Address
927 S. James Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 237-9596
Growing Minds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
420 Georgesville Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 351-8820
No Place Like Home Of Columbus
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

No Place Like Home of Columbus receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, child development, and long-term family relationships. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about owner conduct, financial practices, safety issues including unexplained injuries and food allergy negligence, and dismissive management.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning (ABCsnumbers
Address
5599 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 920-4200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 364 child daycare & preschools daycares in Columbus, Ohio, out of 480 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Columbus, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Ohio's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Ohio)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Columbus offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 364 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 21 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 21 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 74 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Ohio typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Columbus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Columbus must be licensed by Ohio's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.