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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Swanton, OH

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Swanton. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Swanton, Ohio at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Swanton offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Swanton

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
    St Richard
    4.46 score
    4.6(17)

    333 Brookside Dr, Swanton, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Richard is a religious facility in Swanton, Ohio with a 4.6/5 Google rating. However, the available reviews do not pertain to daycare services—they focus on the church's fish fry dinners and community atmosphere. No parent reviews of actual daycare operations are present.

    Welcoming and friendly communityhelpful and kind staff memberswell-regarded Lenten fish fry eventsgood value with included sides and desserts

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Swanton

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Swanton (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Swanton based on parent reviews

Story Orchard Learning Academy

3(2)

2041 Airport Highway, Swanton, OH

One parent describes severe operational failures, including bounced staff checks, ratio violations, and refusal to allow shutdown despite failing state tests. Another reviewer criticizes the facility as merely a 'nap station' where children learn nothing and staff who voice concerns are dismissed.

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Daycare types in Swanton

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Swanton, Ohio

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Swanton, Ohio, making up 67% of the 3 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 Swanton have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Swanton, 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 Swanton

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Story Orchard Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes severe operational failures, including bounced staff checks, ratio violations, and refusal to allow shutdown despite failing state tests. Another reviewer criticizes the facility as merely a 'nap station' where children learn nothing and staff who voice concerns are dismissed.

Address
2041 Airport Highway, Swanton, OH
Phone
(419) 826-9039
Swanton
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
601 N Main St, Swanton, OH
Phone
(567) 444-4800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Swanton, Ohio, out of 3 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 Swanton have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Swanton, 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
Swanton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Swanton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Swanton 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.