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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Rocky River, OH

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Rocky River. Average rating: 4.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rocky River, Ohio at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.63/5
Parent reviews
33
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Rocky River has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 33 parent reviews averaging 4.63/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 44116 zip code, averaging 4.63 stars across 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rocky River

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
    Le Chaperon Rouge Rocky River
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    19315 Hilliard Blvd, Rocky River, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

    Parents consistently praise Le Chaperon Rouge Rocky River (also called The Nest) for caring, attentive teachers who foster strong individual connections with children and facilitate notable developmental growth. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and offering enriching educational and recreational programming. Leadership is described as responsive and professional, with competitive pricing that includes meals and supplies.

    Caring and attentive teachersstrong individual child connectionsvisible developmental progressclean facility
  2. 2
    West Shore Child Care Center
    4.18 score
    4.3(7)

    20401 Hilliard Boulevard, Rocky River, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

    West Shore Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the staff's dedication to child development, potty training, and kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the center's supportive approach to children with special needs, minimal screen time, and strong staff retention. One negative review mentions high caregiver turnover and facility cleanliness concerns, while another notes the center declined enrollment for a child with a speech delay.

    Experienced and dedicated stafflong-term staff retentioneffective potty training and early learning supportminimal screen time

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Rocky River

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Rocky River, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Church Daycare

4.95avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Rocky River zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4411611
4.63
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rocky River (35–124 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rocky River based on parent reviews

Le Chaperon Rouge Rocky River

4.3(20)

19315 Hilliard Blvd, Rocky River, OH

Parents consistently praise Le Chaperon Rouge Rocky River (also called The Nest) for caring, attentive teachers who foster strong individual connections with children and facilitate notable developmental growth. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and offering enriching educational and recreational programming. Leadership is described as responsive and professional, with competitive pricing that includes meals and supplies.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong individual child connectionsvisible developmental progress

West Shore Child Care Center

4.3(7)

20401 Hilliard Boulevard, Rocky River, OH

West Shore Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the staff's dedication to child development, potty training, and kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the center's supportive approach to children with special needs, minimal screen time, and strong staff retention. One negative review mentions high caregiver turnover and facility cleanliness concerns, while another notes the center declined enrollment for a child with a speech delay.

Experienced and dedicated stafflong-term staff retentioneffective potty training and early learning support

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Daycare types in Rocky River

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Rocky River, Ohio

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Rocky River, Ohio, making up 55% of the 11 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 Rocky River have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.95 stars. Our analysis covers 33 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rocky River, 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 Rocky River

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West Shore Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

West Shore Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the staff's dedication to child development, potty training, and kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the center's supportive approach to children with special needs, minimal screen time, and strong staff retention. One negative review mentions high caregiver turnover and facility cleanliness concerns, while another notes the center declined enrollment for a child with a speech delay.

Experienced and dedicated stafflong-term staff retentioneffective potty training and early learning support
Address
20401 Hilliard Boulevard, Rocky River, OH
Phone
(440) 333-2040
Le Chaperon Rouge Rocky River
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Le Chaperon Rouge Rocky River (also called The Nest) for caring, attentive teachers who foster strong individual connections with children and facilitate notable developmental growth. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and offering enriching educational and recreational programming. Leadership is described as responsive and professional, with competitive pricing that includes meals and supplies.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong individual child connectionsvisible developmental progress
Address
19315 Hilliard Blvd, Rocky River, OH
Phone
(440) 356-7329
Ruffing Montessori Rocky River
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1285 Orchard Park Dr, Rocky River, OH
Phone
(440) 333-2250
Rocky River United Methodist Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
19414 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH
Phone
(440) 331-7676
Rocky River Presbyterian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH
Phone
(440) 895-5437
Rockport Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3301 Wooster Rd, Rocky River, OH
Phone
(440) 331-9434

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rocky River, Ohio, out of 11 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 Rocky River have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rocky River, 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
Rocky River offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Rocky River for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rocky River 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.