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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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Bexley United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2657 E Broad St, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 231-2783
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Grove City for its clean, well-organized facility and caring staff. Director Leigha receives particular recognition for her attentiveness, communication, and efforts to improve the center. Multiple parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and have successfully completed potty training with staff support.

Caring and loving staffstrong director leadershipclean facility
Address
2274 Stringtown Road, Grove City, OH
Phone
(614) 875-6363
Little Shepherds Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5475 Brand Road, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 209-4554
Enchanted Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Enchanted Care Learning Center in Westerville receives universally positive feedback from parents across all age groups. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and professional teaching staff, excellent communication through daily photos and updates, and structured yet fun learning environment. The facility is noted for cleanliness, curriculum quality, flexibility, and strong leadership.

Caring and professional teachersdaily photo updates and communication
Address
1243 County Line Rd, Westerville, OH
Phone
(614) 899-2603
Kindercare Learning Center #707
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #707 in Reynoldsburg receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers, who praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and strong leadership under director Ms. Neka/Debi. Parents highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, engaging curriculum, and staff that treat children with genuine love and nurturing care.

Clean facilitycolorful and welcoming environmentcaring and skilled teachers
Address
6601 Bartlett Drive, Reynoldsburg, OH
Phone
(614) 866-4446
Columbus Early Learning Centers - Broad St.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
760 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 221-6102
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Galloway for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, with parents appreciating the secure facility, developmental support, and open communication through their app. The center director receives special recognition for her leadership and approachability.

Kind and patient staffsafe and secure facilitysmooth transitions for new students
Address
1145 Norton Rd, Galloway, OH
Phone
(614) 870-6166
Enchanted Care Kids' Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools

Enchanted Care Kids' Campus in Hilliard receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong developmental support, and welcoming environment where children are eager to attend. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and positive experiences after previously trying other daycare centers.

Caring and warm teacherschild development and learning supportin
Address
4394 Davidson Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 771-1347
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Hilliard for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. The director Ms. Gabbi is frequently highlighted for bringing positive changes and strong communication. Multiple families report their children are happy, learning, and thriving, with several having enrolled multiple children or stayed for several years.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsclean facility
Address
3700 Ridge Mill Drive, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 771-8909
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Gahanna receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the educational approach, caring staff, and child development outcomes. However, one detailed negative review describes administrative issues, staff demeanor changes, billing errors, and concerns about cleanliness and high turnover following a director change.

Educational quality and hands-on learningcaring and dedicated staff (Mr. JasonMs. Keisha
Address
520 Morrison Rd, Gahanna, OH
Phone
(614) 471-3665
Kindercare Learning Center #708
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this KinderCare center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Directors Katana and Stephanie receive particular acclaim for their responsive leadership and proactive communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning while parents appreciate daily updates and photos through the center's app.

Warm and welcoming environmentresponsive and caring staffdedicated and talented teachers
Address
5351 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 891-4444
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7135 Sawmill Rd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 766-6653
Kindercare Learning Center #879
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2001 Hard Rd, Worthington, OH
Phone
(614) 764-2994
Michelle'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7297 Blacklick Ridge Road, Blacklick, OH
Phone
(614) 759-9444
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents overwhelmingly praise this KinderCare location, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. They consistently highlight the caring, professional staff and supportive management (particularly directors Corinne and Scott), noting that children feel safe, happy, and excited to attend. Parents appreciate the nurturing environment, educational activities, facility cleanliness, and user-friendly communication app.

welcoming and caring staffattentive teacherssupportive management
Address
4705 Avery Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 777-1077
Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jelly Bean Junction Learning Center receives unanimously positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the attentive and caring staff who actively engage with children, facilitate learning, and maintain regular communication with parents. Multiple parents report their children love attending and have experienced significant developmental progress.

Attentive and caring staffactive engagement and teachingregular communication with parents (photos
Address
3480 Snouffer Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 792-8700
Kiddie Academy Of Hilliard
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kiddie Academy of Hilliard receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, responsive director Megan, good communication, reasonable pricing, and structured curriculum that helps children thrive.

caring and attentive staffdirector Megan's involvement and leadershipclean facility
Address
2525 Roberts Court, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 309-9026
Kindercare Learning Center #999
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #999 in Westerville for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. The facility is noted for responsive management, real-time parent communication through an app, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple parents report their children have thrived academically and emotionally in this setting.

Warm and welcoming environmentdedicated and caring teachersresponsive management (Katana and Stephanie)
Address
55 S Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH
Phone
(614) 899-0026
Creative Child Care - East
Child Daycare & Preschools

Creative Child Care - East receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents but serious concerns from others. Positive reviewers highlight caring teachers and effective communication through the HiMama app. However, multiple parents report significant issues including staff turnover, poor hygiene practices, health concerns, lost items, and inappropriate photo sharing without consent.

Caring and affectionate teachersengaging learning activitiesHiMama ap
Address
5831 Westbourne Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 864-2424
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise New Albany KinderCare for its caring, attentive staff who build strong relationships with children and treat them like family. The center is noted for excellent organization, cleanliness, educational curriculum, and regular communication with parents through photos and updates. Multiple parents report significant positive impacts on their children's development, behavior, and social skills.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong staff-child relationshipsexcellent cleanliness standards
Address
5524 New Albany Road, New Albany, OH
Phone
(614) 775-0014
Brightside Academy Ohio
Child Daycare & Preschools

Brightside Academy Ohio (also referred to as Clever Bee Academy in reviews) receives universal 5-star ratings from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, significant developmental progress in children, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for cleanliness, spacious layout, and individualized attention to each child's needs.

Caring and patient staffstrong developmental outcomesfamily atmosphere
Address
3611 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 238-9470
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School Dublin receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the nurturing, engaged staff, strong leadership under Director Ms. Seema, and the notable developmental progress their children achieve across academic, social, and emotional domains.

Warm and engaged teacherscaring director and leadershipchild development focus
Address
6239 Perimeter Drive, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 799-8870
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Blacklick receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and experienced staff, clean facility, and educational environment. However, one negative review cited administrative disorganization and a broken AC unit in the infant room as safety concerns.

Warm and caring staffclean and well-organized facilityexperienced teachers
Address
50 Bannockburn Blvd, Blacklick, OH
Phone
(614) 861-7544
New Beginnings Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
492 William Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 497-3815
Kindercare Learning Center #889
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #889 in Columbus for its caring, attentive staff and safe environment. The facility receives widespread recognition for excellent communication, educational programming, and strong leadership under Director Roslynne Williams. Multiple parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally at this location.

Caring and nurturing teachersresponsive communication through mobile appstrong curriculum
Address
2001 Bethel Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 457-0754
Brightside Academy Ohio
Child Daycare & Preschools

Brightside Academy Ohio receives universally positive reviews from parents who have used the center for multiple years. Parents consistently praise the staff for their care, dedication, and ability to help children learn and develop. The center is noted for educational activities, meals, field trips, and maintaining communication with families.

Dedicated and caring staffpersonalized attention to childreneducational curriculum with daily learning
Address
1977 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 294-2855
God'S Kidz Too Christian Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2300 A South Hamilton Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 856-4552
Southside Horizon Activities Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4911 Grove Ave, Lorain, OH
Phone
(440) 277-5437
Jack And Jill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
120 W. Sandusky St, Findlay, OH
Phone
(419) 422-7740
Columbia United Methodist Preschooll
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
25453 Royalton Rd, Columbia Station, OH
Phone
(440) 236-8822

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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.