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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Creston, OH

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Creston. Average rating: 3.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Creston, Ohio at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.75/5
Parent reviews
7
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Creston offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Creston

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.

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    Ymca Nurturing Hearts Daycare Center & Preschool
    4.25 score
    4.5(5)

    10235 Wooster Pike, Creston, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    YMCA Nurturing Hearts Daycare Center & Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising staff care, communication, and personable atmosphere. However, one serious incident was reported involving two unsupervised toddlers escaping toward a roadway, raising significant safety concerns.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Creston

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Creston, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.75avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Creston (64–64 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Creston based on parent reviews

Ymca Nurturing Hearts Daycare Center & Preschool

4.5(5)

10235 Wooster Pike, Creston, OH

YMCA Nurturing Hearts Daycare Center & Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising staff care, communication, and personable atmosphere. However, one serious incident was reported involving two unsupervised toddlers escaping toward a roadway, raising significant safety concerns.

Knowledgeable directorcaring infant teacherspersonable service compared to chain centers

Tri County Preschool

3(2)

161 S Main St, Creston, OH

One parent highlights exceptional support for children with IEPs, noting caring and patient teachers who made the experience enjoyable. Conversely, another parent criticizes the staffing levels, arguing that one teacher and one aide create a chaotic environment that hinders effective learning.

strong support for special needs (IEP)caring teacherspatient teachers

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Daycare types in Creston

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Creston, Ohio

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Creston, Ohio, making up 67% of the 3 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Creston have an average rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.75 stars. Our analysis covers 7 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Creston, 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 Creston

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Ymca Nurturing Hearts Daycare Center & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

YMCA Nurturing Hearts Daycare Center & Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising staff care, communication, and personable atmosphere. However, one serious incident was reported involving two unsupervised toddlers escaping toward a roadway, raising significant safety concerns.

Knowledgeable directorcaring infant teacherspersonable service compared to chain centers
Address
10235 Wooster Pike, Creston, OH
Phone
(330) 435-6100
Tri County Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights exceptional support for children with IEPs, noting caring and patient teachers who made the experience enjoyable. Conversely, another parent criticizes the staffing levels, arguing that one teacher and one aide create a chaotic environment that hinders effective learning.

strong support for special needs (IEP)caring teacherspatient teachers
Address
161 S Main St, Creston, OH
Phone
(330) 435-4255

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Creston, Ohio, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Creston have an average Google rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Creston, 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
Creston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Creston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Creston 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.