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35 Child Daycare & Preschools in Youngstown, Ohio

Browse all 35 child daycare & preschools in Youngstown, Ohio. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Youngstown

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews โ€” daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Growing Kids Academy
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    2935 Market Street, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Growing Kids Academy receives consistently perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational programs. Parents highlight the center's ability to make children feel like family and report significant developmental progress, particularly in their preschool program. The center uses Brightwheel for daily communication and goes above and beyond with special occasions.

    Caring and patient staffclean and well-organized facilityexcellent preschool programdaily communication via Brightwheel
  2. 2
    St Christine
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    3125 S Schenley Ave, Youngstown, OH ยท Church Daycare ยท Capacity: -999 children

    St. Christine's Early Childhood Learning Center in Youngstown receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, patient teachers and well-rounded curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Parents highlight the loving learning environment, diverse activities including Spanish lessons and field trips, and the school's success in addressing separation anxiety and individual child needs.

    Caring and patient teacherswell-prepared for kindergartenpositive learning environmentdiverse activities (Spanish lessons
  3. 3

    6809 Market St, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: 165 children

    Boardman United Methodist Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, strong director leadership, and clean environment. Parents report their children are learning significantly and appreciate the effective communication between staff and families. The facility offers ample parking with handicap accessibility.

    Caring and dedicated teachersamazing directoreffective parent communicationclean facility
  4. 4

    1420 Dogwood Lane, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: 75 children

    Parents consistently praise Center for Community Empowerment as an excellent daycare with caring staff and a welcoming environment. Reviews highlight the facility's commitment to learning, flexibility in working with families, and creating a nurturing community for children.

    Amazing staffchildren feel blessedgreat learning environmentfun activities
  5. 5
    Choffin Career Cntr
    4.29 score
    4.5(7)

    200 E Wood St, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Choffin Career and Technical Center receives consistently positive feedback from students and community partners. Reviews highlight excellent instructors, supportive staff, and well-structured programs that prepare students for careers and exams. The facility is noted as clean with caring teachers who take time to help students understand material.

    caring and supportive instructorswell-structured programsclean facilitygood exam and clinical preparation
  6. 6

    3300 Canfield Rd, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: 139 children

    Zion Christian Early Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's professionalism, care, and cleanliness. However, one review raises concerns about the administrator's behavior and decision-making affecting a child's experience.

    Professional and kind staffhigh staff-to-child ratioclean facilityinvolved teachers
  7. 7

    242 S Canfield Niles Rd, Youngstown, OH ยท Church Daycare ยท Capacity: 141 children

    Parents praise Austintown Community Church Preschool's welcoming environment and compassionate staff. The preschool emphasizes learning through play, outdoor activities, field trips, and social interaction. Families appreciate the church community's inclusive atmosphere and the quality of the educational program.

    Compassionate and caring teacherslearning through play approachextensive outdoor activities and field tripswarm and welcoming community
  8. 8

    425 Crestview Drive, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Creative Corner Learning Center III receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's attentiveness, care, and ability to make children feel safe and loved. The center is noted for going above expectations and balancing structured learning with creativity and play. One negative review was submitted without details.

    Caring and attentive staffsafe environmentchildren excited to attendpatient teachers
  9. 9

    1463 Shields Rd, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: 128 children

    Creative Corner Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff, safe environment, and quality learning experiences. Parents highlight that children are happy, feel loved, and excited to attend. One negative review was submitted without specific details.

    caring and attentive staffsafe environmentchild learning and developmentstaff goes above expectations
  10. 10

    1944 S. Meridian, Youngstown, OH ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: 39 children

    Heaven's Little Angels Child Care & Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and safe, clean environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, benefit from quality curriculum and activities, and experience strong communication with teachers. The center is noted for accommodating special needs children and working flexibly with family schedules.

    Professional and caring staffsafe and clean environmentstrong parent-teacher communicationconsistent routines

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Youngstown based on parent reviews

Growing Kids Academy

5(20)

2935 Market Street, Youngstown, OH

Growing Kids Academy receives consistently perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational programs. Parents highlight the center's ability to make children feel like family and report significant developmental progress, particularly in their preschool program. The center uses Brightwheel for daily communication and goes above and beyond with special occasions.

Caring and patient staffclean and well-organized facilityexcellent preschool program

Boardman United Methodist Preschool

5(5)

6809 Market St, Youngstown, OH

Boardman United Methodist Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, strong director leadership, and clean environment. Parents report their children are learning significantly and appreciate the effective communication between staff and families. The facility offers ample parking with handicap accessibility.

Caring and dedicated teachersamazing directoreffective parent communication

Poland-Boardman Child Care Center

5(4)

1940 Poland Boardman Road, Youngstown, OH

Center For Community Empowerment

4.7(5)

1420 Dogwood Lane, Youngstown, OH

Parents consistently praise Center for Community Empowerment as an excellent daycare with caring staff and a welcoming environment. Reviews highlight the facility's commitment to learning, flexibility in working with families, and creating a nurturing community for children.

Amazing staffchildren feel blessedgreat learning environment

Choffin Career Cntr

4.5(7)

200 E Wood St, Youngstown, OH

Choffin Career and Technical Center receives consistently positive feedback from students and community partners. Reviews highlight excellent instructors, supportive staff, and well-structured programs that prepare students for careers and exams. The facility is noted as clean with caring teachers who take time to help students understand material.

caring and supportive instructorswell-structured programsclean facility

Jcc Early Learning Center

5(2)

505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown, OH

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Youngstown, Ohio

There are 35 child daycare & preschools in Youngstown, Ohio, making up 66% of the 53 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 Youngstown, 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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There are 35 child daycare & preschools daycares in Youngstown, Ohio, out of 53 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 Youngstown, 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
Youngstown offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools โ€” 35 facilities
  • Headstart Programs โ€” 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare โ€” 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare โ€” 7 facilities
Each type serves different needs โ€” 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 Youngstown for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Youngstown 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.