Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Willoughby, OH
Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Willoughby. Average rating: 4.35/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Willoughby, Ohio at a glance
- Programs
- 8
- Avg rating
- 4.35/5
- Parent reviews
- 70
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 1
Willoughby has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 70 parent reviews averaging 4.35/5.The largest concentration is in 44094 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Willoughby
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.
- 1Willoughby Montessori Dayschool INC4.43 score4.6(13)
5543 S O M Center Rd, Willoughby, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children
Parents consistently praise Willoughby Montessori for its caring, compassionate staff and nurturing Montessori-based environment where children thrive and develop confidence. Children reportedly love attending and show noticeable growth in learning and independence. The facility offers diverse programming including before/after-school care, summer programs, and multiple classroom options for different age groups.
Caring and compassionate staffsmall class sizesnurturing environmentMontessori approach - 2Little Scholars4.31 score4.4(17)
37912 Third St, Willoughby, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children
Little Scholars Willoughby receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and socially. Parents emphasize the caring, dedicated staff, structured curriculum, and safe environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express strong satisfaction with their experience.
Nurturing and caring staffstrong academic curriculumsafe environmentstructured activities - 3Pembroke School4.23 score4.3(17)
5559 Som Center Rd, Willoughby, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children
Pembroke School receives exceptional praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care and attention from staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and a well-structured curriculum that prepares children academically. The owner Lucy and staff members like Kimberly are frequently praised for creating a warm, loving environment where children feel safe and thrive.
caring and attentive staffpersonalized attention to each childexcellent communication with parentsstrong academic curriculum - 4Clapp Children'S Center Of Breckenridge Village4.08 score4.1(20)
36855 Ridge Rd, Willoughby, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
There is a data mismatch: the facility listed is a daycare center, but all reviews discuss Breckenridge Village and Grace Woods, which are senior living/retirement communities, not childcare facilities. No actual daycare reviews are available for analysis.
Senior living reviews mention: caring and friendly staffbeautiful facilities and groundsexcellent dining optionswide range of activities and classes
Rating Distribution
Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Willoughby
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Willoughby, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Willoughby zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44094 | 9 | 4.35 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Willoughby (37–182 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Willoughby based on parent reviews
Willoughby Montessori Dayschool INC
5543 S O M Center Rd, Willoughby, OH
Parents consistently praise Willoughby Montessori for its caring, compassionate staff and nurturing Montessori-based environment where children thrive and develop confidence. Children reportedly love attending and show noticeable growth in learning and independence. The facility offers diverse programming including before/after-school care, summer programs, and multiple classroom options for different age groups.
Little Scholars
37912 Third St, Willoughby, OH
Little Scholars Willoughby receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and socially. Parents emphasize the caring, dedicated staff, structured curriculum, and safe environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express strong satisfaction with their experience.
Pembroke School
5559 Som Center Rd, Willoughby, OH
Pembroke School receives exceptional praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care and attention from staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and a well-structured curriculum that prepares children academically. The owner Lucy and staff members like Kimberly are frequently praised for creating a warm, loving environment where children feel safe and thrive.
Clapp Children'S Center Of Breckenridge Village
36855 Ridge Rd, Willoughby, OH
There is a data mismatch: the facility listed is a daycare center, but all reviews discuss Breckenridge Village and Grace Woods, which are senior living/retirement communities, not childcare facilities. No actual daycare reviews are available for analysis.
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Daycare types in Willoughby
Child Daycare & Preschools in Willoughby, Ohio
There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Willoughby, Ohio, making up 80% of the 10 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 Willoughby have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.35 stars. Our analysis covers 70 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Willoughby, 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 Willoughby
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Parents consistently praise Willoughby Montessori for its caring, compassionate staff and nurturing Montessori-based environment where children thrive and develop confidence. Children reportedly love attending and show noticeable growth in learning and independence. The facility offers diverse programming including before/after-school care, summer programs, and multiple classroom options for different age groups.
- Address
- 5543 S O M Center Rd, Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 942-4589
Little Scholars Willoughby receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and socially. Parents emphasize the caring, dedicated staff, structured curriculum, and safe environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express strong satisfaction with their experience.
- Address
- 37912 Third St, Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 951-3596
Pembroke School receives exceptional praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care and attention from staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and a well-structured curriculum that prepares children academically. The owner Lucy and staff members like Kimberly are frequently praised for creating a warm, loving environment where children feel safe and thrive.
- Address
- 5559 Som Center Rd, Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 951-1818
There is a data mismatch: the facility listed is a daycare center, but all reviews discuss Breckenridge Village and Grace Woods, which are senior living/retirement communities, not childcare facilities. No actual daycare reviews are available for analysis.
- Address
- 36855 Ridge Rd, Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 954-8360
- Address
- 38281 Hurricane Dr., Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 975-3727
- Address
- 38588 Mentor Ave, Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 942-3600
- Address
- 15 Public Square, Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 942-9068
Parents highlight the director and teachers as caring and dedicated, with one noting their children enjoy their time and appreciating the Procare app for daily updates. However, a specific complaint details strict policies regarding optional pool passes and field trips that can result in denied attendance without refund, alongside issues with billing transparency and late communication.
- Address
- 1125 Lost Nation Rd., Willoughby, OH
- Phone
- (440) 975-6645
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
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