How do I choose the right daycare in Dover?

When choosing a daycare in Dover, 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

What types of daycare are available in Dover?

Dover offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover, Ohio (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Ohio?

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 Dover for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dover

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.

St John'S Pre-Kindergarten School

4.44 score

4.8(6)

409 N Wooster Avenue, Dover, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

St. John's Pre-Kindergarten School in Dover, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the pleasant staff, quality instruction, and positive learning environment, with multiple parents noting their children thrived during their enrollment. The facility offers a non-religious curriculum despite being housed at a church.

Pleasant and helpful staffexcellent teacher-child relationshipsgood facility and kitchennon-religious curriculum

Ymca Preschool Learning Center

4.24 score

4.3(20)

600 Monroe Street, Dover, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

Reviews praise the YMCA's staff, facilities, and programs highly. Parents appreciate the after-school care, summer camps, fitness amenities, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is noted for financial assistance options and flexible scheduling.

Excellent and caring staffafter-school and summer camp programsdiverse fitness facilities (poolsgym

New Dawn Child Care Center

3.92 score

3.9(20)

865 1/2 E Iron Ave, Dover, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 103 children

New Dawn Child Care Center receives mixed reviews with an average rating of 3.9/5. The majority of reviews are highly positive, praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and quality care. However, recent negative reviews raise serious concerns about inconsistent nursing care, inadequate monitoring of residents with medical needs, and communication issues with staff.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and compassionate staffexcellent physical th

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover, Ohio

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Dover, Ohio, making up 50% of the 8 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 Dover, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dover, Ohio, out of 8 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 Dover, 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

Dover offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Dover for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Dover 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.

4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover, Ohio

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dover

Top Rated

St John'S Pre-Kindergarten School

Ymca Preschool Learning Center

New Dawn Child Care Center

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Daycare types in Dover