How do I choose the right daycare in Zanesville?

When choosing a daycare in Zanesville, 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 Zanesville?

Zanesville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities Headstart Programs — 7 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Zanesville, Ohio (14 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 Zanesville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Zanesville

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.

Coburn Child Care Center

4.42 score

4.6(12)

3618 Maple Ave, Zanesville, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

The reviews do not appear to be authentic daycare parent reviews. Instead, they are church-related reviews praising the facility as a worship space and commending the friendliness of staff. No substantive information about daycare services, child care quality, or parent experiences is provided.

Friendly staffnice facilitycommunity involvement (Safety Town hosting)

Zanesville Campus

4.33 score

4.5(10)

400 Richards Rd, Zanesville, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

This is not a daycare center but rather a vocational and adult education campus in Zanesville, Ohio. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (8 five-star ratings) with praise for instructors, training quality, and customer service, though one student reported poor instruction and engagement from an instructor.

Knowledgeable and patient instructorsflexible schedulingclean and friendly environmenteffective skills training

Blue Ave Head Start

4.23 score

4.4(7)

1616 Blue Ave, Zanesville, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. The listings mention welcoming atmosphere, community involvement, and religious services, but contain no information about childcare quality, staff qualifications, safety, curriculum, or other daycare-related factors.

Welcoming communityactive in recovery community supportcommunity engagementbeautiful facility

Trinity Lutheran School

4.23 score

4.4(7)

128 S. Seventh Street, Zanesville, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

Trinity Lutheran School has predominantly positive reviews from long-time members of the church community, with most reviewers expressing strong loyalty and satisfaction with worship experiences. However, one reviewer expressed significant dissatisfaction with the closure on Christmas Eve and absence of traditional holiday services.

Strong community and family traditionwelcoming worship environmentspiritual home for generations

Maysville O Tags

3.85 score

3.7(5)

3715 Panther Dr, Zanesville, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parent reviews are highly polarized, with some praising the daycare as excellent while others criticize management and care quality. Two parents gave top ratings with minimal detail, while three gave low ratings citing poor management, lack of concern for serious issues, and disorganization.

Highly recommended by some parentsparent pick-up available

Careytown Preschool & Child Care

3.75 score

3.5(5)

527 Pershing Road, Zanesville, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 133 children

Careytown Preschool & Child Care in Zanesville receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise the staff's handling of children and outdoor safety features, while others report serious concerns including unexplained injuries, unprofessional behavior, and inadequate supervision ratios.

Good with children of all agessafe outdoor play areaprivacy screeninghandles situations correctly

The Little Barnyard

3.23 score

3(17)

8 Main Street, Zanesville, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The Little Barnyard receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, cleanliness, and developmental support. However, some parents report concerns about staff rudeness, disrespect, and recent business transition issues including building access restrictions.

caring and responsive staffclean facilitydevelopmental support (potty training)daily communication with photos

Genesis Children'S Center

3.2 score

2.7(8)

534 Taylor Street, Zanesville, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 358 children

Genesis Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews with a stark divide between satisfied and dissatisfied parents. Long-term families praise the quality of care, communication, and staff dedication, while recent reviewers report serious concerns including multiple biting incidents, inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, and poor staff communication. The center appears to have either significant operational inconsistencies or a decline in service quality.

Attentive staff who treat children like their ownfrequent communication with parentsmultiple meals provided dailyengaging instruction and learning activities

Child Daycare & Preschools in Zanesville, Ohio

There are 14 child daycare & preschools in Zanesville, Ohio, making up 50% of the 28 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 Zanesville, 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 14 child daycare & preschools daycares in Zanesville, Ohio, out of 28 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 Zanesville, 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

Zanesville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
Headstart Programs — 7 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Zanesville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Zanesville 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.

14 Child Daycare & Preschools in Zanesville, Ohio

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Zanesville

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