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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Portsmouth, OH

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Portsmouth. Average rating: 3.96/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Portsmouth, Ohio at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
3.96/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Portsmouth has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 30 parent reviews averaging 3.96/5.The largest concentration is in 45662 with 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Portsmouth

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
    Shawnee State University Children'S Learning Center
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    1240 Third Street, Portsmouth, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    NOTE: The reviews provided are for Shawnee State University, not a children's daycare center. Reviews praise the university's friendly atmosphere, affordable tuition, quality programs, and facilities, but do not assess childcare services.

    Affordable tuition and scholarshipswelcoming faculty and staffquality academic programsapartment-style housing

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Portsmouth

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

4.83avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.3avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Portsmouth zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4566212
3.96
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Portsmouth (20–180 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Portsmouth based on parent reviews

Shawnee State University Children'S Learning Center

4.2(20)

1240 Third Street, Portsmouth, OH

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Shawnee State University, not a children's daycare center. Reviews praise the university's friendly atmosphere, affordable tuition, quality programs, and facilities, but do not assess childcare services.

Affordable tuition and scholarshipswelcoming faculty and staffquality academic programs

Temple Tots And Teens Center

3.7(2)

1148 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH

A Children'S Place

3(1)

1112 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH

Scm West End Day Care

2.3(1)

632 Ninth St, Portsmouth, OH

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Daycare types in Portsmouth

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 5Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Portsmouth, Ohio

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Portsmouth, Ohio, making up 42% of the 12 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 Portsmouth have an average rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 43% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth

Showing 5 results

Shawnee State University Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Shawnee State University, not a children's daycare center. Reviews praise the university's friendly atmosphere, affordable tuition, quality programs, and facilities, but do not assess childcare services.

Affordable tuition and scholarshipswelcoming faculty and staffquality academic programs
Address
1240 Third Street, Portsmouth, OH
Phone
(740) 351-3252
Temple Tots And Teens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1148 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH
Phone
(740) 354-3939
A Children'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1112 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH
Phone
(740) 353-7671
Scm West End Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
632 Ninth St, Portsmouth, OH
Phone
(740) 353-1812
Notre Dame
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1401 Gallia St, Portsmouth, OH
Phone
(740) 353-2354

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Portsmouth, Ohio, out of 12 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 Portsmouth have an average Google rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 43% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Portsmouth, 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
Portsmouth offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 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 Portsmouth for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Portsmouth 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.