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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Waverly, OH

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Waverly. Average rating: 4.37/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Waverly, Ohio at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.37/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Waverly has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.37/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waverly

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
    Community Action Head Start - Waverly Ymca
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    400 Pride Drive, Waverly, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews consistently praise the facility for being clean, well-maintained, and having friendly, welcoming staff. Parents appreciate the variety of amenities including a weight room and pool, along with affordable rates for childcare services.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and welcoming staffkid and family-friendly environmentpool and weight room amenities

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Waverly

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.35avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Waverly zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
456906
4.37
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Waverly (– 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 Waverly based on parent reviews

All About Children

5

77 Havens Lane, Waverly, OH

Kid Fit Academy LLC

3.7(1)

503 West Emmitt Ave., Waverly, OH

One parent describes the center as unprofessional and rude, citing significant management issues and a lack of funds. The reviewer also reports that the facility is unable to maintain adequate heating during winter months.

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Daycare types in Waverly

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Waverly, Ohio

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Waverly, Ohio, making up 50% of the 6 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 Waverly have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Waverly, 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 Waverly

Showing 3 results

All About Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
77 Havens Lane, Waverly, OH
Phone
(740) 947-4620
Kid Fit Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes the center as unprofessional and rude, citing significant management issues and a lack of funds. The reviewer also reports that the facility is unable to maintain adequate heating during winter months.

Address
503 West Emmitt Ave., Waverly, OH
Phone
(740) 835-8007
Before And After School Program/Pike County Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise the Pike County YMCA's before and after school program and facility. Reviews highlight friendly and welcoming staff, clean well-maintained facilities, and positive experiences with the pool and weight room. The program offers affordable childcare with various activities for children.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilityaffordable rates
Address
400 Pride Drive, Waverly, OH
Phone
(740) 947-8862

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Waverly, Ohio, out of 6 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 Waverly have an average Google rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Waverly, 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
Waverly offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Waverly for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waverly 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.