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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairlawn, OH

Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Fairlawn. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fairlawn, Ohio at a glance

Programs
9
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
72
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Fairlawn has 9 licensed child daycare & preschools with 72 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 44333 zip code, averaging 4.7 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairlawn

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
    Kids Country
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    2955 Smith Road, Fairlawn, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids Country Fairlawn for its warm, attentive staff and nurturing environment. The facility stands out for its outdoor play area, daily app communication, nutritious meals, and engaging activities that help children learn and thrive.

    Caring and welcoming staffoutdoor play yard (rare in area)daily app updates with photosmeals provided
  2. 2
    Kids At Heart Clev-Mas Rd
    4.08 score
    4.1(19)

    186 S. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Fairlawn, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids at Heart for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and child development. The facility receives high marks for communication, engaging activities, and creating a welcoming environment where children thrive. Multiple long-term families express strong loyalty and recommend the center to others.

    Caring and experienced staffclean and organized facilityexcellent parent communication via email and appengaging curriculum and activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Fairlawn

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
9 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fairlawn zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4433310
4.7
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairlawn (77–133 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fairlawn based on parent reviews

Kids Country

4.7(20)

2955 Smith Road, Fairlawn, OH

Parents consistently praise Kids Country Fairlawn for its warm, attentive staff and nurturing environment. The facility stands out for its outdoor play area, daily app communication, nutritious meals, and engaging activities that help children learn and thrive.

Caring and welcoming staffoutdoor play yard (rare in area)daily app updates with photos

Fairlawn Lutheran Preschool

5(3)

3415 W Market St, Fairlawn, OH

Parents highlight the school's Christ-centered curriculum and caring, family-friendly environment where children are encouraged to grow. Reviewers note that staff are dedicated and students leave class enthusiastic about returning.

Christ-centered educationcaring stafffamily-friendly atmosphere

Kids At Heart Clev-Mas Rd

4.1(19)

186 S. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Fairlawn, OH

Parents consistently praise Kids at Heart for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and child development. The facility receives high marks for communication, engaging activities, and creating a welcoming environment where children thrive. Multiple long-term families express strong loyalty and recommend the center to others.

Caring and experienced staffclean and organized facilityexcellent parent communication via email and app

Fairlawn Village Preschool

5

3300 Morewood Rd, Fairlawn, OH

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Daycare types in Fairlawn

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairlawn, Ohio

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Fairlawn, Ohio, making up 90% of the 10 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 Fairlawn have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 72 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fairlawn, 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 Fairlawn

Showing 9 results

Fairlawn Village Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3300 Morewood Rd, Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 867-4915
Fairlawn Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the school's Christ-centered curriculum and caring, family-friendly environment where children are encouraged to grow. Reviewers note that staff are dedicated and students leave class enthusiastic about returning.

Christ-centered educationcaring stafffamily-friendly atmosphere
Address
3415 W Market St, Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 864-7724
Kids Country
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Kids Country Fairlawn for its warm, attentive staff and nurturing environment. The facility stands out for its outdoor play area, daily app communication, nutritious meals, and engaging activities that help children learn and thrive.

Caring and welcoming staffoutdoor play yard (rare in area)daily app updates with photos
Address
2955 Smith Road, Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 668-5144
Kids At Heart Clev-Mas Rd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Kids at Heart for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and child development. The facility receives high marks for communication, engaging activities, and creating a welcoming environment where children thrive. Multiple long-term families express strong loyalty and recommend the center to others.

Caring and experienced staffclean and organized facilityexcellent parent communication via email and app
Address
186 S. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 668-6001
Total Education Solutions / Tes Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3428 W. Market St., Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 668-4041
Akron Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3882 Bywood Ave, Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 666-4299
Childtime Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Childtime Learning Center in Fairlawn has received mixed reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, effective teaching, strong communication, and comfortable environment for their children. However, recent one-star reviews cite major concerns about staffing changes in February 2026, departures of key staff members, early closures, and poor handling of flexible enrollment.

Caring and attentive staffeffective teaching and academic progressexcellent communication with parents
Address
3475 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 666-4226
Fairlawn Kinder Care #1518
Child Daycare & Preschools

Fairlawn KinderCare #1518 receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, particularly praising directors Christina and Joy, and report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well. Multiple parents indicate they feel confident leaving their children in the center's care.

Warm and caring staffstrong teacher-child bondsclean facilities
Address
4050 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 665-4108
Kozmic Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
112 Baker Boulevard, Fairlawn, OH
Phone
(330) 867-9404

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Fairlawn, Ohio, out of 10 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 Fairlawn have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fairlawn, 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
Fairlawn offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 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 Fairlawn for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fairlawn 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.