How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Westlake, Ohio?

There are 13 child daycare & preschools daycares in Westlake, Ohio, out of 18 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Westlake?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Westlake have an average Google rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Westlake?

When choosing a daycare in Westlake, 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

What types of daycare are available in Westlake?

Westlake offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Church Daycare — 4 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.

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 Westlake for current pricing.

Are daycares in Westlake licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Westlake 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Westlake, OH — Compare 13+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Westlake

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.

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Westlake Montessori School And Child Development Center
4.4 score
4.5(20)
26830 Detroit Road, Westlake, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 287 children
Westlake Montessori School and Child Development Center (also referred to as Creative Playrooms) receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, supportive leadership, clean facility, educational curriculum, and warm environment that helps children transition smoothly and thrive.
Caring and attentive staffsupportive and communicative director (Melissa)easy drop-off transitionsclean facility
2
Le Chaperon Rouge - Westlake
4.32 score
4.4(20)
27390 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children
Parents consistently praise Le Chaperon Rouge - Westlake (also called 'The Nest') for its caring staff, clean facility, and strong developmental curriculum. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving with fresh meals provided daily and regular communication with parents. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their experience.
Caring and dedicated teachers and staffclean and organized facilitydevelopmental curriculum with engaging activitiesfresh prepared meals
3
St Paul Lutheran
4.27 score
4.4(10)
27981 Detroit Rd, Westlake, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
St. Paul Lutheran is a religious facility in Westlake with predominantly positive feedback from former students and families. Parents praise the caring teachers, strong academic instruction combined with Christian values, and welcoming family-like atmosphere. However, a small number of reviews express serious concerns about administration and negative student experiences.
Loving and family-like environmentexcellent and dedicated teachersstrong academic preparationChristian education and values
4
Primrose School Of Westllake
4.07 score
4.1(12)
25400 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Primrose School of Westlake receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, quality education, and safe, well-organized environment. One negative review disputes a scheduling conflict and raises concerns about professionalism.
Caring and attentive staffquality educationwell-organized and clean facilitiesstrong safety protocols

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Westlake

4.5 - 5.0

2

4.0 - 4.4

4

3.0 - 3.9

2

Below 3

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Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.17avg rating

13 daycares · 6 rated

Church Daycare

3.7avg rating

4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet

1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Westlake zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
44145	18	4.05	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Westlake (68–287 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Westlake based on parent reviews

Best Beginnings Preschool INC

5(4)

25800 Hilliard Boulevard, Westlake, OH

Parents describe Best Beginnings Preschool as a wonderful, fun, and nurturing environment with an outstanding staff. Reviewers highlight the flexibility of extra activities and hours, as well as the warm and caring nature of the teachers, noting that children enjoy returning. One parent mentions gratitude for the care provided, while another expresses a wish to have more children to utilize the program further.

nurturing environmentflexible extra hours and activitieswarm and caring teachers

Westlake Montessori School And Child Development Center

4.5(20)

26830 Detroit Road, Westlake, OH

Westlake Montessori School and Child Development Center (also referred to as Creative Playrooms) receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, supportive leadership, clean facility, educational curriculum, and warm environment that helps children transition smoothly and thrive.

Caring and attentive staffsupportive and communicative director (Melissa)easy drop-off transitions

Le Chaperon Rouge - Westlake

4.4(20)

27390 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH

Parents consistently praise Le Chaperon Rouge - Westlake (also called 'The Nest') for its caring staff, clean facility, and strong developmental curriculum. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving with fresh meals provided daily and regular communication with parents. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and dedicated teachers and staffclean and organized facilitydevelopmental curriculum with engaging activities

Primrose School Of Westllake

4.1(12)

25400 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, OH

Primrose School of Westlake receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, quality education, and safe, well-organized environment. One negative review disputes a scheduling conflict and raises concerns about professionalism.

Caring and attentive staffquality educationwell-organized and clean facilities

Shining Star Preschool

4(2)

3760 Dover Center Rd, Westlake, OH

Reviewers highlight Shining Star Preschool as an excellent choice for early education, praising the friendly staff and effective preparation for kindergarten. Parents report that children across various age groups, from two-year-olds to pre-kindergarteners, have learned significantly and enjoyed their time with the teachers.

friendly staffexcellent teacher preparation for kindergartenengaging for multiple age groups

Play And Learn Nursery School

3(2)

2239 Dover Center Road, Westlake, OH

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Westlake, Ohio

There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Westlake, Ohio, making up 72% of the 18 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 Westlake have an average rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.17 stars. Our analysis covers 123 parent reviews.

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

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