Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Vandalia, OH
Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Vandalia. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Vandalia, Ohio at a glance
- Programs
- 4
- Avg rating
- 4.55/5
- Parent reviews
- 52
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Vandalia has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 52 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 45377 zip code, averaging 4.55 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Vandalia
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.
- 1Yolanda'S Playhaus & Learning Center4.48 score4.6(20)
137 Kenbrooke Drive, Vandalia, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children
Yolanda's Playhaus & Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising its warm, structured environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight exceptional child development outcomes, strong parent-teacher communication, and a family-oriented approach that extends beyond typical daycare services. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements in children's behavior, speech, social skills, and kindergarten readiness.
Experienced and kind staffwar - 2Early Beginnings4.33 score4.5(10)
622 Pool Avenue, Vandalia, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children
Early Beginnings Vandalia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with eight 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, individualized attention, and family-like environment. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff responsiveness to parental requests, dietary accommodations, behavior management, and overcrowding in the infant room.
Caring and engaged staffindividualized child developmentstrong management (LaTonyaHeidi - 3Living Word Early Learning Center4.08 score4.1(20)
250 Cassel Road, Vandalia, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Parents consistently praise Living Word Early Learning Center (also referred to as The Nest) for exceptional care, cleanliness, and strong leadership under Director Steve and Assistant Lacey. Reviews highlight the staff's genuine compassion, attentiveness to individual child needs, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers rate the center 5/5 stars and recommend it highly.
Caring and attentive staffclean facilityin-house food preparationstrong security
Rating Distribution
Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Vandalia
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Vandalia, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Vandalia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45377 | 5 | 4.55 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Vandalia (44–124 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
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Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Vandalia based on parent reviews
Yolanda'S Playhaus & Learning Center
137 Kenbrooke Drive, Vandalia, OH
Yolanda's Playhaus & Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising its warm, structured environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight exceptional child development outcomes, strong parent-teacher communication, and a family-oriented approach that extends beyond typical daycare services. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements in children's behavior, speech, social skills, and kindergarten readiness.
Early Beginnings
622 Pool Avenue, Vandalia, OH
Early Beginnings Vandalia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with eight 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, individualized attention, and family-like environment. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff responsiveness to parental requests, dietary accommodations, behavior management, and overcrowding in the infant room.
Saint Christopher Center For Children
401 E National Rd, Vandalia, OH
A few reviews highlight the center's staff as friendly and engaging, with one parent noting their child enjoys the program. The center is described as the best childcare provider in the Dayton area by at least one reviewer.
Living Word Early Learning Center
250 Cassel Road, Vandalia, OH
Parents consistently praise Living Word Early Learning Center (also referred to as The Nest) for exceptional care, cleanliness, and strong leadership under Director Steve and Assistant Lacey. Reviews highlight the staff's genuine compassion, attentiveness to individual child needs, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers rate the center 5/5 stars and recommend it highly.
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Daycare types in Vandalia
Child Daycare & Preschools in Vandalia, Ohio
There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Vandalia, Ohio, making up 80% of the 5 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 Vandalia have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 52 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Vandalia, 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 Vandalia
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A few reviews highlight the center's staff as friendly and engaging, with one parent noting their child enjoys the program. The center is described as the best childcare provider in the Dayton area by at least one reviewer.
- Address
- 401 E National Rd, Vandalia, OH
- Phone
- (937) 890-5805
Yolanda's Playhaus & Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising its warm, structured environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight exceptional child development outcomes, strong parent-teacher communication, and a family-oriented approach that extends beyond typical daycare services. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements in children's behavior, speech, social skills, and kindergarten readiness.
- Address
- 137 Kenbrooke Drive, Vandalia, OH
- Phone
- (937) 264-9439
Early Beginnings Vandalia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with eight 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, individualized attention, and family-like environment. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff responsiveness to parental requests, dietary accommodations, behavior management, and overcrowding in the infant room.
- Address
- 622 Pool Avenue, Vandalia, OH
- Phone
- (937) 898-9614
Parents consistently praise Living Word Early Learning Center (also referred to as The Nest) for exceptional care, cleanliness, and strong leadership under Director Steve and Assistant Lacey. Reviews highlight the staff's genuine compassion, attentiveness to individual child needs, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers rate the center 5/5 stars and recommend it highly.
- Address
- 250 Cassel Road, Vandalia, OH
- Phone
- (937) 280-2003
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Frequently asked questions
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Ohio)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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