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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Wauseon, OH

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Wauseon. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wauseon, Ohio at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Wauseon has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 30 parent reviews averaging 4.65/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 43567 zip code, averaging 4.65 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wauseon

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
    North Clinton Christian Preschool
    4.7 score
    4.9(17)

    831 W Linfoot, Wauseon, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    NOTE: Reviews appear to be for a church, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, friendly community, engaging sermons, and commitment to Christian values and community outreach.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationengaging pastor and sermonstraditional hymn services availablestrong community outreach
  2. 2
    Tlc Child Care INC.
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    398 So. Shoop Avenue, Wauseon, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    TLC Child Care Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of care, teacher dedication, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, good communication, and lasting friendships their children formed. One negative review mentioned unprofessional staff behavior and cleanliness concerns from a high school visit several years ago.

    caring and kind staffexcellent kindergarten preparationgood teacher-parent communicationwelcoming environment for children's personalities

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Wauseon

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.65avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wauseon zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
435677
4.65
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wauseon (16–79 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wauseon based on parent reviews

North Clinton Christian Preschool

4.9(17)

831 W Linfoot, Wauseon, OH

NOTE: Reviews appear to be for a church, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, friendly community, engaging sermons, and commitment to Christian values and community outreach.

Welcoming and friendly congregationengaging pastor and sermonstraditional hymn services available

Tlc Child Care INC.

4.7(10)

398 So. Shoop Avenue, Wauseon, OH

TLC Child Care Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of care, teacher dedication, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, good communication, and lasting friendships their children formed. One negative review mentioned unprofessional staff behavior and cleanliness concerns from a high school visit several years ago.

caring and kind staffexcellent kindergarten preparationgood teacher-parent communication

Kids World Of Wauseon

4(3)

700 W Elm St, Wauseon, OH

Parents highlight the caring staff, successful developmental progress in potty training and academics, and the convenience of the communication app. However, one reviewer reports being denied enrollment for a child with autism and hearing impairments due to a lack of accommodations.

caring teacherssuccessful potty trainingacademic progress

Emmaus Christian Preschool

5

841 N Shoop Ave, Wauseon, OH

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Daycare types in Wauseon

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Wauseon, Ohio

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Wauseon, Ohio, making up 57% of the 7 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 Wauseon have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wauseon, 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 Wauseon

Showing 4 results

Emmaus Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
841 N Shoop Ave, Wauseon, OH
Phone
(419) 337-8471
North Clinton Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NOTE: Reviews appear to be for a church, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, friendly community, engaging sermons, and commitment to Christian values and community outreach.

Welcoming and friendly congregationengaging pastor and sermonstraditional hymn services available
Address
831 W Linfoot, Wauseon, OH
Phone
(419) 337-4776
Tlc Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

TLC Child Care Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of care, teacher dedication, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, good communication, and lasting friendships their children formed. One negative review mentioned unprofessional staff behavior and cleanliness concerns from a high school visit several years ago.

caring and kind staffexcellent kindergarten preparationgood teacher-parent communication
Address
398 So. Shoop Avenue, Wauseon, OH
Phone
(419) 335-6970
Kids World Of Wauseon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the caring staff, successful developmental progress in potty training and academics, and the convenience of the communication app. However, one reviewer reports being denied enrollment for a child with autism and hearing impairments due to a lack of accommodations.

caring teacherssuccessful potty trainingacademic progress
Address
700 W Elm St, Wauseon, OH
Phone
(419) 335-1234

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Wauseon, Ohio, out of 7 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 Wauseon have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wauseon, 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
Wauseon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Wauseon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wauseon 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.