How do I choose the right daycare in Wilmington?

When choosing a daycare in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington?

Wilmington offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Wilmington, Ohio (7 Results)

Q: 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 Wilmington for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wilmington

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.

Champions In The Making: Forest E Wilson Center

4.64 score

4.8(20)

333 Clinton Street, Wilmington, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

This is not a daycare center but a performing arts venue in Wilmington, Ohio. Reviews praise it as an excellent theater with quality productions, clean facilities, and friendly staff. Visitors consistently rate their entertainment experiences highly.

Well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent seating with no bad seatsample parking

Clinton County Head Start

4.32 score

4.4(20)

789 N. Nelson Avenue, Wilmington, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 77 children

Clinton County Head Start in Wilmington receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its welcoming staff, clean environment, and comprehensive support services including food assistance and utility bill help programs. Parents consistently highlight the caring, helpful, and resourceful nature of the team.

Friendly and kind staffhelpful managementclean environmentassistance with food boxes and utility programs (PIPP/HEAP)

Sonshine Christian Preschool And Kindergarten

3.77 score

3.6(7)

909 W Locust Street, Wilmington, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

Sonshine Christian Preschool has mixed reviews with strong praise from most recent families highlighting caring teachers, welcoming environment, and family-oriented leadership under new administration. However, older reviews cite concerns about disorganization, curriculum inconsistency, inadequate kindergarten preparation, and unprofessional administrator conduct.

Caring and attentive teachersfamily-like environmentwelcoming atmosphereclean and safe facility

Wilmington Child Care & Learning Center

3.49 score

3.2(9)

1600 Alex Drive, Wilmington, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

WILMINGTON CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's care, educational approach, and welcoming environment. Negative reviews allege discriminatory practices against children with behavioral/developmental disabilities and racial discrimination, along with concerns about staff turnover and lack of protocol adherence.

Caring and invested staffimaginative and play-based learningstructured routinessafe and loving environment

Child Daycare & Preschools in Wilmington, Ohio

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Wilmington, Ohio, making up 64% of the 11 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Wilmington, Ohio, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Wilmington, 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

Wilmington offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Wilmington for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Wilmington 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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Wilmington, Ohio

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wilmington

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Champions In The Making: Forest E Wilson Center

Sonshine Christian Preschool And Kindergarten

Champions In The Making Daycare Academy

Wilmington Child Care & Learning Center

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