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21 Child Daycare & Preschools in Elyria, Ohio

Browse all 21 child daycare & preschools in Elyria, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elyria

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
    First Baptist Christian
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    11400 Lagrange Rd, Elyria, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    First Baptist Christian in Elyria receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming community, strong spiritual leadership, and engaging programs for children including youth groups, sports scholarships, and holiday events. Reviewers highlight Pastor Patrick Odle's sermon preparation and the church's commitment to serving families across income levels.

    Friendly and welcoming communityPastor Patrick Odle's expository preaching and sermon preparationvibrant youth programscommunity engagement events (Trunk-or-Treat
  2. 2

    330 Second St, Elyria, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    First Congregational UND Church of Christ Preschool in Elyria is a religious facility with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, welcoming atmosphere, and inclusive community. The church is also recognized for community service programs including a food pantry.

    caring and helpful staffwelcoming and inclusive environmentbeautiful historic building with modern amenitiesactive in community support
  3. 3

    524 Park Place, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Park Place Early Learning Center in Elyria receives consistently positive feedback from parents and families. Reviewers praise the staff's caring nature, professionalism, and quality curriculum that supports children's development. The facility is described as clean and well-maintained.

    wonderful and polite staffgreat care for childrenquality curriculumsupportive of child development
  4. 4
    Regent
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    315 Morgan Ave, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Regent Academy Preschool & Daycare in Elyria receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the welcoming, caring staff, flexible scheduling, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending and have built strong relationships with teachers.

    patient and caring staffwelcoming and friendlyflexible schedulingcost-effective
  5. 5

    109 Louden Court, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    South Elyria Horizon Education Centers A receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring teachers, clean facilities, and engaging activities including field trips. However, one parent reported a negative experience with staff responsiveness and professionalism.

    Amazing teachersone-on-one attention with childrenclean buildingfree food
  6. 6

    352 Griswold Road, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Wise Choice Learning Childcare for its caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff led by Ms. Karen. The facility is noted for cleanliness, educational quality, and flexibility with schedules, with children reportedly starting school ahead of peers. Parents highlight the center's successful inclusion of children with special needs and strong preparation for kindergarten.

    caring and attentive staffclean and organized classroomsquality mealseducational programs
  7. 7
    Little Angel Daycare
    3.88 score
    3.8(8)

    1399 East Ave, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little Angel Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and children's happiness and friendships. One parent raised serious concerns about behavior management and classroom temperature control, citing a child's aggressive behavior going unaddressed.

    Staff caring and friendlyclean facilitychildren love attendinglong-term enrollment
  8. 8

    206 Cleveland Street, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Tiny Town Childcare and Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and developing academically. Parents highlight the caring, supportive staff, strong communication, and enriching preschool program that prepares children for kindergarten. The center is described as safe, affordable, and providing a welcoming environment for both children and families.

    Caring and supportive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsacademic skill development (colorsshapes
  9. 9

    233 Bond Street, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Cascade Horizon Education Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as compassionate, caring, and treating children like family. Parents highlight the personal relationships teachers build with each child and appreciate the center's ability to engage children across multiple age groups. The facility is noted for its friendly enrollment process and creative programming.

    Caring and compassionate staffpersonal relationships with childrentreats children like familyknowledgeable staff
  10. 10

    561 Ternes Ave, Elyria, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Danis Garden Childcare receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the facility, staff professionalism, cleanliness, and family-like atmosphere, while others report serious safety concerns including unsecured doors, uncovered hazards, inadequate supervision, and poor facility conditions.

    New facilityage groups separatedknowledgeable and informative staffclean and safe environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Elyria based on parent reviews

Park Place Early Learning Center

5(6)

524 Park Place, Elyria, OH

Park Place Early Learning Center in Elyria receives consistently positive feedback from parents and families. Reviewers praise the staff's caring nature, professionalism, and quality curriculum that supports children's development. The facility is described as clean and well-maintained.

wonderful and polite staffgreat care for childrenquality curriculum

Regent

5(5)

315 Morgan Ave, Elyria, OH

Regent Academy Preschool & Daycare in Elyria receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the welcoming, caring staff, flexible scheduling, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending and have built strong relationships with teachers.

patient and caring staffwelcoming and friendlyflexible scheduling

South Elyria Horizon Education Centers A

4.7(8)

109 Louden Court, Elyria, OH

South Elyria Horizon Education Centers A receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring teachers, clean facilities, and engaging activities including field trips. However, one parent reported a negative experience with staff responsiveness and professionalism.

Amazing teachersone-on-one attention with childrenclean building

Wise Choice Learning Childcare

4.5(18)

352 Griswold Road, Elyria, OH

Parents consistently praise Wise Choice Learning Childcare for its caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff led by Ms. Karen. The facility is noted for cleanliness, educational quality, and flexibility with schedules, with children reportedly starting school ahead of peers. Parents highlight the center's successful inclusion of children with special needs and strong preparation for kindergarten.

caring and attentive staffclean and organized classroomsquality meals

Neighborhood Alliance Child Enrichment Services

4.8(2)

424 Earl Ct, Elyria, OH

Grace Lutheran Christian Preschool

4.5(4)

9685 E River Rd, Elyria, OH

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Elyria, Ohio

There are 21 child daycare & preschools in Elyria, Ohio, making up 70% of the 30 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria

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Regent
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Regent Academy Preschool & Daycare in Elyria receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the welcoming, caring staff, flexible scheduling, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending and have built strong relationships with teachers.

patient and caring staffwelcoming and friendlyflexible scheduling
Address
315 Morgan Ave, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 322-1049
Park Place Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Park Place Early Learning Center in Elyria receives consistently positive feedback from parents and families. Reviewers praise the staff's caring nature, professionalism, and quality curriculum that supports children's development. The facility is described as clean and well-maintained.

wonderful and polite staffgreat care for childrenquality curriculum
Address
524 Park Place, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 326-0048
Neighborhood Alliance Child Enrichment Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
424 Earl Ct, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 323-7847
South Elyria Horizon Education Centers A
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

South Elyria Horizon Education Centers A receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring teachers, clean facilities, and engaging activities including field trips. However, one parent reported a negative experience with staff responsiveness and professionalism.

Amazing teachersone-on-one attention with childrenclean building
Address
109 Louden Court, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 322-3409
Elyria Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
42101 Griswold Rd, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 284-8250
Wise Choice Learning Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Wise Choice Learning Childcare for its caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff led by Ms. Karen. The facility is noted for cleanliness, educational quality, and flexibility with schedules, with children reportedly starting school ahead of peers. Parents highlight the center's successful inclusion of children with special needs and strong preparation for kindergarten.

caring and attentive staffclean and organized classroomsquality meals
Address
352 Griswold Road, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 324-6056
Grace Lutheran Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
9685 E River Rd, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 322-5497
Emmanuel Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
360 Princeton Ave, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 323-4552
Little Angel Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Little Angel Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and children's happiness and friendships. One parent raised serious concerns about behavior management and classroom temperature control, citing a child's aggressive behavior going unaddressed.

Staff caring and friendlyclean facilitychildren love attending
Address
1399 East Ave, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 309-4309
Tiny Town Childcare And Learning Center Elyria LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Tiny Town Childcare and Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and developing academically. Parents highlight the caring, supportive staff, strong communication, and enriching preschool program that prepares children for kindergarten. The center is described as safe, affordable, and providing a welcoming environment for both children and families.

Caring and supportive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsacademic skill development (colors
Address
206 Cleveland Street, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 731-8439
Cascade Horizon Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Cascade Horizon Education Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as compassionate, caring, and treating children like family. Parents highlight the personal relationships teachers build with each child and appreciate the center's ability to engage children across multiple age groups. The facility is noted for its friendly enrollment process and creative programming.

Caring and compassionate staffpersonal relationships with childrentreats children like family
Address
233 Bond Street, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 322-0288
All About The Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
635 Leona Street, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 324-7777
Danis Garden Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Danis Garden Childcare receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the facility, staff professionalism, cleanliness, and family-like atmosphere, while others report serious safety concerns including unsecured doors, uncovered hazards, inadequate supervision, and poor facility conditions.

New facilityage groups separatedknowledgeable and informative staff
Address
561 Ternes Ave, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 322-4453
Childtime Child Care Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
515 Abbe Rd, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 365-0027
Kid'S Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Kid's Center Inc receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about safety and supervision. While some parents praise the staff's professionalism and their children's developmental progress, multiple reviewers report serious issues including inadequate supervision of infants, unsafe discipline practices, inconsistent pricing, and potential violations of state childcare regulations.

Amazing and professional staffgood child development and learninghelps with potty training
Address
250 Winckles St, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 323-5437
Elyria Kidz R Us Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
107 Elyria-Oberlin Rd, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 322-0223
Young'S First Step Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
362 East Bridge St, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 406-8043
Murray Ridge School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9750 Murray Ridge Rd, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 329-3760
Lccc Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1005 N Abbe Rd, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 366-4038
Kindercare Learning Center #1066
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #1066 in Elyria, Ohio receives universally positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the caring staff, excellent communication through daily photo and activity updates, and the center's ability to support children of varying needs including special needs and school-age transportation.

Caring and attentive staffdaily photo and activity updates via appschool-age transportation
Address
1216 N Abbe Rd, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 366-6890
Elyria Horizon Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Elyria Horizon Education Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as warm, caring, and communicative. The center offers diverse activities including field trips, summer camp, sports, and arts programs. Parents appreciate the family-like atmosphere and leadership engagement.

Caring and welcoming staffstrong communication with parentsdiverse activities and field trips
Address
10347 Dewhurst Road, Elyria, OH
Phone
(440) 458-5115

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Frequently asked questions

There are 21 child daycare & preschools daycares in Elyria, Ohio, out of 30 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 Elyria, 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
Elyria offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 21 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Elyria for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Elyria 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.