How do I choose the right daycare in Sunbury?

When choosing a daycare in Sunbury, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Sunbury, Ohio (8 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Sunbury?

Sunbury offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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.

Q: 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 Sunbury for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sunbury

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.

Great Beginnings Learning Center

4.8 score

5(20)

36 Harrison St, Sunbury, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Great Beginnings Learning Center in Sunbury, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the school-like educational environment, caring and engaging staff, and structured approach that sets it apart from typical babysitting services. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally, with strong communication through a daily tracking app.

Caring and attentive staffschool-like educational environmentreal-time communication app with daily updateschild development and learning outcomes

Little Miracles Preschool

4.44 score

4.8(6)

790 N. State Rt. 61, Sunbury, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Little Miracles Preschool receives consistently positive feedback with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and structured curriculum. Most reviews highlight significant child development and learning gains. One parent expressed concerns about the toddler room specifically, citing lack of structure and transition support.

Caring and invested staffsafe environmentstrong academic curriculum and lesson planningnoticeable vocabulary and developmental growth

Noah'S Ark Learning Center

4.18 score

4.3(7)

100 Tippett Court, Sunbury, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Noah's Ark Learning Center for its caring, energetic staff and low turnover. The center is noted for combining educational programming with engaging activities, daily communication with parents, and field trips. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable learning progress.

Caring and energetic stafflow staff turnovereducational curriculumdaily learning activities

Child Daycare & Preschools in Sunbury, Ohio

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Sunbury, Ohio, making up 73% 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Sunbury, Ohio, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Sunbury, 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

Sunbury offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Sunbury for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Sunbury 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Sunbury, Ohio

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sunbury

Top Rated

Great Beginnings Learning Center

Little Miracles Preschool

Milestone Lane

Noah'S Ark Learning Center

Sunbury Sonshine Preschool

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Daycare types in Sunbury