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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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Precious Resources Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
317 Washington St, Felicity, OH
Phone
(513) 876-3516
Kreative Kids Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
912 E. Cherry St, Blanchester, OH
Phone
(937) 783-5437
Miamisburg Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2155 Leiter Rd, Miamisburg, OH
Phone
(937) 866-5513
Epiphany Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6430 Far Hills Ave, Centerville, OH
Phone
(937) 433-8715
Effica School Of Montessori INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Effica School of Montessori receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the Montessori-based curriculum, nurturing environment, and exceptional leadership of Miss Asha. Parents consistently report significant academic and social development in their children, along with strong teacher-parent communication and a sense of community. The school is credited with building children's confidence and preparing them well for elementary school.

Montessori teaching methodcaring and patient teachersstrong academic growth
Address
71 Marco Lane, Centerville, OH
Phone
(937) 436-1112
Center For Jewish Culture & Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents praise the Center for Jewish Culture & Education as an outstanding daycare with consistently excellent staff who are described as family-like and welcoming. The facility is well-organized, clean, and offers quality childcare alongside special events, community programs, and kosher food. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the positive experience for both children and families.

Caring and family-like staffquality childcarewell-organized programs
Address
525 Versailles Drive, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 853-0372
Belmont United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2701 S Smithville Road, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 252-7511
First School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

First School is a highly-regarded preschool program in Centerville, Ohio that parents consistently praise for its nurturing environment, qualified staff, and structured curriculum. The Learn With Me parent-child program and transition to drop-off preschool receive particular acclaim. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children and express strong loyalty to the school.

Warm and patient staffsafe and clean environmentsmall class sizes with individualized instruction
Address
7659 Mcewen Road, Centerville, OH
Phone
(937) 433-3455
Spin-Kemp Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
538 Spinning Rd, Riverside, OH
Phone
(937) 256-7304
Saint Christopher Center For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 E National Rd, Vandalia, OH
Phone
(937) 890-5805
Clickity Clock Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3560 Stanford Place, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 278-8880
Dayton Children'S Hospital Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
413 Valley Street, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 641-3300
Tender Loving Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tender Loving Care, owned by Cheretta, receives perfect 5/5 ratings from clients who praise the compassionate, professional care provided. Reviews highlight the owner's expertise, reliability, and dedication to serving clients and their families with genuine care and respect. The business is noted as a minority-owned, faith-based local operation that consistently exceeds expectations.

Compassionate caregivingprofessional and knowledgeable ownerreliable and organized
Address
759 East Dorothy Lane, Kettering, OH
Phone
(937) 396-0247
Zanesville Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
505 Linden Avenue, Zanesville, OH
Phone
(740) 452-0759
The Learning Center Of Southeastern Ohio
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3434 East Pike, Zanesville, OH
Phone
(740) 452-2200
T.L.C.C. Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
45 Idlewood Rd, Austintown, OH
Phone
(330) 792-9048
Applewood Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
762 Fifth St, Struthers, OH
Phone
(330) 755-0713
Serendipity Christian Learning & Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
119 Stadium Drive, Boardman, OH
Phone
(330) 758-4513
Poland-Boardman Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1940 Poland Boardman Road, Youngstown, OH
Phone
(330) 757-9747
Boardman United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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
Address
6809 Market St, Youngstown, OH
Phone
(330) 758-3673
The Growing Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2432 S Raccoon Rd, Austintown, OH
Phone
(330) 793-0509
Precious Cargo Daycar And Preschool LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Precious Cargo for its caring, attentive staff who create a family-like environment. Children show strong academic progress and eagerness to attend daily, with parents appreciating daily communication and individualized learning plans. The center is noted for reasonable tuition and making parents feel comfortable entrusting their children to their care.

Caring and kind staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdaily communication with parents
Address
1120 N. Johnson Rd., Sebring, OH
Phone
(330) 938-1120
Westminster Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1250 W Exchange St, Akron, OH
Phone
(330) 864-3560
The Learning Center Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
900 W North Bend Road, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 729-8522
Children Of Hope Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3334 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 281-0111
St Paul Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8221 Miami Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 891-8187
Future Environments INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
123 W Nixon St, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 487-2730
Ymca Christ Child Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
112 Findlay St, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 721-2195
Anderson Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7515 Forest Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 231-4688
William L Mallory Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3520 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 569-1504

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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.