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

There are 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lakewood, Ohio, out of 29 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 Lakewood?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lakewood have an average Google rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 42% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Lakewood?

When choosing a daycare in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood?

Lakewood offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 13 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 Lakewood for current pricing.

Are daycares in Lakewood licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Lakewood 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 Lakewood, OH — Compare 12+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lakewood

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
Lakewood Child Care Center
4.78 score
5(18)
1450 Belle Ave, Lakewood, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Lakewood Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and warm community atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and long-term family relationships with staff. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and continue attending events years after their children graduate.
caring and passionate teacherswarm welcoming environmentchild-centered approachstrong kindergarten preparation
2
Lakewood Community Care Center
4.43 score
4.7(8)
2019 Woodward Ave, Lakewood, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
Lakewood Community Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its dedicated, long-tenured staff who provide exceptional care and support child development milestones. Parents highlight the center's creative learning activities, inclusive environment, and strong leadership, with families expressing strong satisfaction across infant through Pre-K age groups.
Dedicated and passionate staff with long tenureexceptional developmental supportcreative learning activitiesdiverse teacher workforce
3
Grace Preschool
4.4 score
4.8(5)
13030 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children
Grace Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring and dedicated teaching staff, particularly Mrs. Bonnie. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and learning significantly, with the school organizing numerous fun activities that build community.
Caring and fantastic teachersstrong learning outcomesfun activitiesgreat school community
4
Kidzenia Learning Center
4 score
4(19)
13714 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Kidzenia Learning Center in Lakewood receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facilities, and engaging learning activities that promote child development and confidence. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily and parents feel their kids are safe and well-cared for.
Caring and patient staffclean facilityengaging activities and learning environmentchild development focus
5
Brownstone Day School
3.92 score
3.9(20)
18225 Sloane Ave, Lakewood, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 166 children
Brownstone Day School receives consistently positive feedback from parents and guardians who praise the caring, attentive staff and educational programs. Parents highlight strong communication, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment where children are happy and eager to attend. The facility is noted for helping working parents feel confident in their children's care.
Caring and attentive staffstrong parent communicationeducational and fun activities (poolpark
6
Kids Advancing Academy
3.71 score
3.6(13)
2150 Warren Rd, Lakewood, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Kids Advancing Academy in Lakewood receives mixed reviews with most parents praising staff communication, cleanliness, and child development outcomes. However, a small number of parents reported concerns about staff responsiveness to children's emotional needs, safety supervision, and administrative communication.
Friendly and helpful staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility with nice playgroundaffordable pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Lakewood

4.5 - 5.0

5

4.0 - 4.4

4

3.0 - 3.9

2

Below 3

1

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 87 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Safe environment

3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

2avg rating

13 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.41avg rating

12 daycares · 8 rated

Church Daycare

4.47avg rating

4 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lakewood zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
44107	29	4.23	5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lakewood (34–166 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lakewood based on parent reviews

Lakewood Child Care Center

5(18)

1450 Belle Ave, Lakewood, OH

Lakewood Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and warm community atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and long-term family relationships with staff. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and continue attending events years after their children graduate.

caring and passionate teacherswarm welcoming environmentchild-centered approach

Lakewood Community Care Center

4.7(8)

2019 Woodward Ave, Lakewood, OH

Lakewood Community Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its dedicated, long-tenured staff who provide exceptional care and support child development milestones. Parents highlight the center's creative learning activities, inclusive environment, and strong leadership, with families expressing strong satisfaction across infant through Pre-K age groups.

Dedicated and passionate staff with long tenureexceptional developmental supportcreative learning activities

Grace Preschool

4.8(5)

13030 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH

Grace Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring and dedicated teaching staff, particularly Mrs. Bonnie. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and learning significantly, with the school organizing numerous fun activities that build community.

Caring and fantastic teachersstrong learning outcomesfun activities

Haynes Nursery School

5(1)

1375 W Clifton Boulevard, Lakewood, OH

One parent describes Haynes Nursery School as a wonderful school for children. This single review highlights a positive experience without specifying particular details about the program or staff.

Wonderful school for children

Clifton Early Learning Center

4.3(1)

13889 Clifton Blvd., Lakewood, OH

One parent describes the Clifton Early Learning Center as an awesome early learning center.

awesome early learning center

Kidzenia Learning Center

4(19)

13714 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH

Kidzenia Learning Center in Lakewood receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facilities, and engaging learning activities that promote child development and confidence. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily and parents feel their kids are safe and well-cared for.

Caring and patient staffclean facilityengaging activities and learning environment

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lakewood, Ohio

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Lakewood, Ohio, making up 41% of the 29 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 Lakewood have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 42% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.47 stars. Our analysis covers 87 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, OH

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