How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Kent, Ohio?

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Kent, Ohio, out of 13 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Kent?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Kent have an average Google rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 38% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Kent?

When choosing a daycare in Kent, 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 Kent?

Kent offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 Kent for current pricing.

Are daycares in Kent licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Kent 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Kent, OH — Compare 9+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kent

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
Kent Recreation Center Sacc
4.47 score
4.7(10)
1115 Franklin Avenue, Kent, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 54 children
Parents consistently praise Kent Recreation Center SACC for its caring staff, clean facility, and engaging activities that keep children busy and entertained. The before and after school programs receive positive feedback from families. The center is described as friendly and well-run with quality programming.
Kind and caring staffkeeps children engaged and busyclean facilityfriendly atmosphere
2
Story Book House
4.4 score
4.5(20)
1639 St. Clair Ave., Kent, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Story Book House in Kent receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, communicative staff, responsive administration (particularly Melissa and Amie), safe environment, and strong developmental outcomes for children of all ages.
Caring and loving staffresponsive administratorsfrequent communication with parentsclean facility
3
Just Like Home Day Care
4.16 score
4.3(6)
3580 State Route 43, Kent, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children
Just Like Home Day Care in Kent, Ohio receives mostly positive feedback with a 4.3/5 rating. Parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities (music, art, field trips), and welcoming environment where children are happy and form friendships. One parent raised a concern about theft, though another parent disputed this claim.
caring and friendly staffenriching activities (music and art)good outdoor spacesummer programs
4
Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center LLC
4.16 score
4.2(20)
1145 Lake Street, Kent, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center in Kent, Ohio consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, nurturing environment, and flexible scheduling. Parents report significant improvements in their children's behavior, social skills, and academic readiness, with staff described as kind, patient, and invested in each child's development.
Staff care for children compassionatelyclean facilityflexible schedulingchild developmen
5
Tree City Preschool
4.15 score
4.3(5)
1435 E Main St, Kent, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Tree City Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, calm classroom environment, and strong kindergarten preparation. One parent expressed concern about outdated website and communication accessibility.
Kind and caring teacherscalm classroom settinggood kindergarten preparationclear communication
6
Looking Glass Learning Center
3.73 score
3.6(10)
1393 Mogadore Rd, Kent, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 67 children
Looking Glass Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the educational curriculum, enrichment activities, staff engagement, and family involvement. However, several parents report serious concerns including billing/payment mishandling, management unprofessionalism, child safety incidents, and compliance violations.
Comprehensive lesson plans shared with parentsSpanish and enrichment classesfrequent family eventspassionate and caring staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Kent

4.5 - 5.0

3

4.0 - 4.4

3

3.0 - 3.9

2

Below 3

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What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 78 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility

3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.23avg rating

9 daycares · 7 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating

4 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Kent zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
44240	12	4.19	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kent (36–98 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Kent based on parent reviews

Story Book House

4.5(20)

1639 St. Clair Ave., Kent, OH

Story Book House in Kent receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, communicative staff, responsive administration (particularly Melissa and Amie), safe environment, and strong developmental outcomes for children of all ages.

Caring and loving staffresponsive administratorsfrequent communication with parents

Kent State University Child Development Center

5(1)

775 Loop Road (Ksu), Kent, OH

One parent highlights the great staff at the Kent State University Child Development Center. This single review reflects a positive experience with the center's personnel.

great staff

Just Like Home Day Care

4.3(6)

3580 State Route 43, Kent, OH

Just Like Home Day Care in Kent, Ohio receives mostly positive feedback with a 4.3/5 rating. Parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities (music, art, field trips), and welcoming environment where children are happy and form friendships. One parent raised a concern about theft, though another parent disputed this claim.

caring and friendly staffenriching activities (music and art)good outdoor space

Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center LLC

4.2(20)

1145 Lake Street, Kent, OH

Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center in Kent, Ohio consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, nurturing environment, and flexible scheduling. Parents report significant improvements in their children's behavior, social skills, and academic readiness, with staff described as kind, patient, and invested in each child's development.

Staff care for children compassionatelyclean facilityflexible scheduling

Tree City Preschool

4.3(5)

1435 E Main St, Kent, OH

Tree City Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, calm classroom environment, and strong kindergarten preparation. One parent expressed concern about outdated website and communication accessibility.

Kind and caring teacherscalm classroom settinggood kindergarten preparation

Kids Kare Kent Campus

3.7(2)

1435 E. Main St, Kent, OH

Feedback for Kids Kare Kent Campus is mixed, with one parent highlighting the friendly and attentive staff during before- and afterschool care. Conversely, another parent reported significant neglect regarding toileting routines and reported an understaffed, unclean environment that led to their immediate withdrawal.

friendly staffattentive to children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Kent, Ohio

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Kent, Ohio, making up 69% of the 13 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 Kent have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 78 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Kent, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Kent, OH

Kent, Ohio at a glance