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3,743 Child Daycare & Preschools in Ohio

Browse 3,743 child daycare & preschools across Ohio. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Ohio

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Ohio can make the decision-making process smoother.

Ohio has about 5,417 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Ohio. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Ohio

There are 5,417 daycares in Ohio: 274 headstart facilities, 1,006 before/after school centers, 394 religious facility daycares, and 3,743 childcare and preschool centers.

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Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents reviewed. Parents consistently praise the caring, stable staff with low turnover, thoughtful classroom transitions, strong communication, and quality programming. Families report feeling confident in their children's care, development, and comfort at the facility.

Experienced and stable teaching staff with many employed for years or decadescaring and intentional teacherslow staff turnover
Address
533 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 528-3333
Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center in Amelia, Ohio receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the knowledgeable and caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and excellent communication. Children show measurable learning gains in academics, language, and social skills.

Caring and well-trained staffowners Danielle and Kasey highly praisedstrong educational programming including colors
Address
1313 Ohio Pike, Amelia, OH
Phone
(513) 753-1500
Timber Faith Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
840 Timber Glen, Wilmington, OH
Phone
(937) 382-2185
Ymca Sscc Patri-Tots Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1850 Davids Drive, Wilmington, OH
Phone
(937) 382-6645
Inspire Center For Learning - Mbg
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Inspire Center for Learning for its warm, caring staff and Montessori-based educational approach. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's focus on individualized learning, social-emotional development, and creating a family-like environment. The daycare is noted for its Step Up To Quality certification and exceptional care across all age groups from infants through middle school.

Warm and patient staffMontessori-based approachindivid
Address
1720 Belvo Rd, Miamisburg, OH
Phone
(937) 866-2106
Pat'S Care Away From Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1402 W Third Street, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 222-4105
Kindercare Learning Center - Old Salem
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center - Old Salem for its warm, caring staff and engaging learning environment. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend, have made significant developmental progress, and form strong bonds with teachers. The center maintains excellent communication with parents through the KinderCare app and provides flexible hours.

Staff dedication and genuine care for childrenexperienced teachers (many with 4-7+ years at center)strong parent communication and daily updates with photos/videos
Address
4000 Old Salem Rd, Englewood, OH
Phone
(937) 836-7250
Kindercare Learning Center - Old Troy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER - OLD TROY for exceptional staff care, developmental progress, and welcoming environment. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting staff kindness, daily communication, and children's happiness and growth. Parents express strong trust in the facility's safety and educational quality.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parents throughout the daydevelopmental progress in speech and potty training
Address
7305 Old Troy Pike, Huber Heights, OH
Phone
(937) 236-8338
Kindercare #1480
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare #1480 in Dayton for its caring, experienced staff and quality educational programming. Children show measurable developmental progress in language, academics, and social skills. The facility uses an app to provide daily updates and photos to parents.

Caring and patient staffexperienced teacherschild development and learning outcomes
Address
951 E Rahn Rd, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 435-2353
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Dayton for its caring staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and look forward to returning. The center appears to meet individual family needs while maintaining high standards of care.

Caring and attentive staffengaging activities and entertainmentwelcoming environment
Address
4700 Bufort Boulevard, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 237-8975
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Miamisburg receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, passionate teaching staff and strong leadership. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and happiness, with many noting the center feels like a second home to their families. The daycare is highlighted for engaging activities, daily communication, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Caring and passionate staffstrong leadership (Kennedy and Jordynn)engaging activities and lesson plans
Address
2900 W Spring Valley Pike, Miamisburg, OH
Phone
(937) 434-4609
Kindercare Learning Center #949
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #949 for its clean, safe environment and caring, professional staff. The center is noted for excellent leadership, particularly the Center Director, and strong communication with parents through photo updates and engagement. Children are reported to thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing confidence in their child's care and development.

Clean and organized facilitysecure entry systemcaring and attentive staff
Address
1074 Governours Square Dr, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 435-1231
Kindercare Learning Center #111
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #111 in Dayton for its caring and professional staff, particularly highlighting teachers like Ms. Casey and Ms. AK. Families report their children enjoy attending, show developmental progress in speech and learning, and feel safe in the facility. Parents appreciate the strong communication and involvement from staff regarding their children's daily activities and needs.

Caring and professional staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental progress (speech and learning)
Address
7161 Brandt Pike, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 236-8490
Kindercare Learning Center #91
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #91 in Dayton receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the warm and caring staff, particularly director Terri and staff members like Ms. Lucille. Parents report their children develop well, gain independence, and receive individualized attention, though one reviewer noted chaotic conditions.

Warm and welcoming staffattentive to children's developmentsmooth classroom transitions
Address
5387 Burkhardt Rd, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 253-6907
St Anthony-Ymca Preschool & Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1824 St. Charles Avenue, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 258-0090
Kindercare Learning Center - Ebert
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Ebert KinderCare for exceptional staff care, child development, and family-oriented environment. All 10 reviews rate the center 5 stars, with parents highlighting daily communication, structured curriculum, clean facilities, and staff who treat children as their own.

Caring and dedicated stafffamily atmospheredaily photos and communication
Address
1875 Ebert Ave, Kettering, OH
Phone
(937) 298-6581
Kindercare Learning Center #124
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #124 in Kettering receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, developmental support, and a welcoming environment where children thrive and feel like part of a family.

Caring and experienced teachers with low turnoverexcellent daily communication with parents including photos and videosstructured curricul
Address
1111 E Stroop Road, Kettering, OH
Phone
(937) 293-1067
Seven Dwarfs Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8960 Kingsridge Drive, Centerville, OH
Phone
(937) 433-2037
Kindercare Learning Center #123
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #123 in Englewood receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising caring teachers, strong communication, engaging activities, and a clean facility. One parent reported serious concerns about hygiene and care standards that led them to withdraw their child.

caring and welcoming teachers (especially Ms. Jeannette)strong parent-teacher communicationengaging activities
Address
418 W Wenger Rd, Englewood, OH
Phone
(937) 836-8002
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Englewood receives unanimously positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and compassionate staff, strong communication through apps and daily updates, clean and nurturing environment, and the positive impact on their children's development and happiness.

Compassionate and dedicated staffexcellent communication via app and live-camera accessclean and well-organized classrooms
Address
100 W Wenger Road, Englewood, OH
Phone
(937) 832-2891
Young Dimensions Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4257 Hoover Avenue, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 268-0747
Mini University INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
28 Hill Street - Mvh-Ccc, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 208-4500
Childtime Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Childtime Learning Center in Centerville receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated teaching staff, effective communication through photos and updates, and safe learning environment that supports children's development and growth.

Dedicated and caring teachers (Ms. HannahMs. AlizaMs. Jessica
Address
6375 Clyo Rd, Centerville, OH
Phone
(937) 312-1500
Friendship Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1390 Friendship Drive, New Concord, OH
Phone
(740) 826-4479
Meadow View Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6750 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, OH
Phone
(740) 828-2536
Eagle'S Christian Preschool & Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools

Eagle's Christian Preschool & Child Care in Youngstown, Ohio receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring, family-like environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are safe, engaged in learning, and enthusiastic about attending.

Caring and dedicated stafffamily-like atmospherechildren's enthusiasm about attending
Address
2733 Market Street, Youngstown, OH
Phone
(330) 783-5668
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Boardman receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. They praise the caring, educated staff, strong curriculum-based learning, and positive transitions for children. Parents consistently report improvements in their children's socialization, confidence, speech, and enthusiasm for attending school.

Warm and welcoming staffcurriculum-focused educationstrong teacher-to-student ratios
Address
7203 Bristlewood Drive, Boardman, OH
Phone
(330) 965-0599
Banana Darlings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1429 Liberty Road, Youngstown, OH
Phone
(330) 743-9788
Stepping Stones To School In Kinsman
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6383 Church Street, Kinsman, OH
Phone
(330) 876-2205
Moravian Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
145 S Walnut St, Gnadenhutten, OH
Phone
(740) 254-4055

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3,743 child daycare & preschools daycares across Ohio. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Ohio are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Ohio's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Ohio, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Ohio sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Ohio vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.