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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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Abc'S Educare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1184 Lockhurst Rd., Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 444-2227
Evanston Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Evanston Recreation Center is highly rated for its clean facilities, caring staff, and diverse amenities including a well-maintained swimming pool with lifeguards and free swimming lessons. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere, safe environment for children, and additional offerings like after-school programs and rental spaces for community events.

Clean facilitiescaring and friendly staffswimming pool with water slide and kiddie pool area
Address
3204 Woodburn Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 861-9417
Greater Expectations Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Greater Expectations Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff engagement, family involvement, and quality care. However, one recent review raises serious concerns about supervision, accountability, staff training, and security following a leadership change.

Attentive and communicative stafffamily eventscaring atmosphere
Address
1150 W Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 448-0882
Kid Works Of Mt Healthy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise KidWorks for exceptional care, experienced staff, and a family-oriented approach. Children show strong developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. The center maintains open communication with families and demonstrates genuine investment in each child's well-being.

Caring and patient staffsafe and clean environmentdaily communication with parents
Address
10920 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 742-0213
Kiddco Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise KIDDCO Learning Center for its caring, professional staff who treat children like family and create a nurturing environment. Long-term families report significant child development and growth, with daily communication and engagement from directors and teachers. The center is noted for its inclusive approach, special needs support, and creating a welcoming atmosphere where children are eager to attend.

Caring and patient staffsafe and clean environmentdaily communication and progress updates
Address
10794 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 813-3926
Lincoln Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Lincoln Recreation Center is a spacious, well-maintained facility in downtown Cincinnati that hosts community events and programs. Parents praise the friendly, welcoming staff and diverse activities including sports, after-school programs, and cultural celebrations. The center is highly regarded for its amenities and positive community impact.

Spacious facility with excellent amenitiesfriendly and helpful staffdiverse programming including youth and senior activities
Address
1027 Linn St, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 721-6514
Montgomery Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Montgomery Early Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of care, communication through the Tadpoles app, flexible hours, and meals provided. The majority of reviews highlight staff dedication and strong parent-child relationships. However, a small number of reviews raise concerns about educational curriculum and staff professionalism.

Quality care and attention to childrenexcellent communication through Tadpoles appf
Address
10580 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH
Phone
(513) 791-4712
Ymca Early Childhood Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for the YMCA gym facility rather than the Early Childhood Education program. Reviewers consistently praise the gym's cleanliness, modern renovations, friendly staff, and equipment quality.

Clean facilitymodern renovationsfriendly and helpful staff
Address
103 N. Main Street, Mount Vernon, OH
Phone
(740) 392-9622
Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center Painesville
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Tiny Town Childcare receives mostly positive feedback praising warm, caring staff and strong communication with parents through daily updates and photos. The center is noted for cleanliness and helping children meet developmental milestones. One negative review cited poor communication regarding enrollment and capacity.

Friendly and welcoming stafffrequent app updates and photosclean facility
Address
301 East Erie St., Painesville, OH
Phone
(440) 352-1806
Lcfymca Flory Park Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for Flory Park, a recreational facility, not a daycare center. Reviews highlight the park's natural setting, trails, and recreational amenities that families enjoy visiting.

Scenic trails and nature pathssuspension bridgedisc golf course
Address
650 W. Church Street, Newark, OH
Phone
(740) 349-9621
Young Explorers Of Avon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Young Explorers of Avon for exceptional staff care, strong leadership, and a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. All reviewers report high satisfaction with teacher quality, communication, cleanliness, and varied programming. Children are described as excited and happy to attend daily.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong director leadershipexcellent communication with parents
Address
36692 American Way, Avon, OH
Phone
(440) 934-0199
Cincinnati Early Learning Centers-Price Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4991 Cleves Warsaw Pike, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 363-3480
Building Futures Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Building Futures Child Care Center in Streetsboro receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise the staff, care quality, and communication app, others report significant concerns about declining quality since Covid, inadequate staffing, safety issues, and dismissive management.

Loving and attentive staffchildren enjoy attendinguseful communication app
Address
9310 Market Square, Streetsboro, OH
Phone
(330) 626-5437
Carver Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Carver Community Center is highly regarded by parents as a warm, caring facility with dedicated staff led by Ms. Justine. The center provides engaging activities, field trips, educational experiences, and community support including free meals. Parents consistently praise the secure environment, family-like atmosphere, and commitment to serving the community.

Caring and dedicated staffengaging activities and field tripsbirthday and holiday celebrations
Address
165 W. Fourth St, Chillicothe, OH
Phone
(740) 773-4242
Tiffin Community Ymca Preschool/Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise the Tiffin Community YMCA Preschool/Child Care for its clean, well-maintained facility and friendly, attentive staff. The center offers excellent amenities including a pool, gym, and various activities that children enjoy. Families appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and responsive administration.

Clean facilityfriendly staffhelpful and attentive employees
Address
180 Summit St, Tiffin, OH
Phone
(419) 447-8711
Lake Anna Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Lake Anna YMCA in Barberton is highly praised by parents for its excellent childcare services, particularly its swim instruction program with knowledgeable and passionate staff. Parents consistently highlight the clean facilities, friendly atmosphere, and extensive amenities including pools, gyms, and recreational activities available with membership. Many families drive significant distances to access the center's services and express strong satisfaction with their experience.

Friendly and knowledgeable stafforganized swim curriculumclean facilities
Address
500 W. Hopocan Ave, Barberton, OH
Phone
(330) 376-1335
Hand In Hand Child Care Center Ltd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Hand in Hand Child Care Center (also referenced as Imaginative Beginnings) in Maumee receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 9 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and significant developmental progress in their children.

Warm and welcoming staffcaring and attentive teacherslong-term staff retention
Address
412 Illinois Avenue, Maumee, OH
Phone
(419) 893-0623
Kidz Watch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kidz Watch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, friendly staff and clean facilities. Parents highlight excellent communication through their app, flexible scheduling options, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple long-term families have returned or recommend the center to others.

Caring and attentive staffclean and bright facilitiesflexible scheduling options
Address
6801 W. Central Ave, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 843-2997
Learning Ladder Child Care 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Learning Ladder Child Care 2 receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the staff's warmth, dedication, and educational approach. Parents consistently report seeing significant developmental growth in their children across academic, social, and motor skill areas. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and providing a family-like environment where children are eager to attend.

Patient and caring staffstrong educational programmingindividualized attention to each child's needs
Address
1904 Reynolds Rd, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 720-8743
Nourish Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4320 Navarre Avenue, Oregon, OH
Phone
(567) 316-7600
Bright Star Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Bright Star Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, Christian values, cleanliness, and child development. However, one parent reported serious concerns about inadequate supervision and an elderly caregiver unable to properly care for infants due to mobility limitations.

Caring and patient staffchild learns letters/numbers/language skills quicklyclean facility
Address
7640 Glenwood Avenue, Boardman, OH
Phone
(330) 746-5090
Happy Campers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
518 E .Indianola Ave., Youngstown, OH
Phone
(330) 788-4300
Kidstown Childcare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
55 Stadium Drive, Boardman, OH
Phone
(330) 729-5437
Small Wonders Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Small Wonders Childcare in Medina receives unanimous praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff, safe and clean facility, age-appropriate curriculum, and special enrichment activities. Families report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and feel a strong sense of trust in the center's operations.

caring and attentive staffprofessional administrationsafe and clean facility
Address
731 Weymouth Rd, Medina, OH
Phone
(330) 764-3383
Angela'S Circle Of Friends Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Angela's Circle of Friends receives mostly positive feedback regarding teacher quality, cleanliness, and child care standards, with many parents expressing strong satisfaction. However, some parents have reported billing issues and concerns about pricing transparency and communication. Overall ratings are mixed, ranging from 1 to 5 stars.

Caring and warm teachersclean facilityeducational activities and crafts
Address
2910 Stone Circle Drive, Troy, OH
Phone
(937) 440-0090
Ally Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Ally Child Care in Dayton receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong communication, clean facilities, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.

caring and knowledgeable staffexcellent communication and daily updatesclean and organized facility
Address
7016 Corporate Way, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 660-8700
Growing Seeds Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
6550 N. Main St, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 951-2547
Iclass Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2700 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 469-0050
Pine Hill Academy Of Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Pine Hill Academy of Learning receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, hands-on director/owner Pam, and nurturing educational environment. Multiple parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and preparation for kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated staffhands-on and responsive director/ownernurturing education
Address
8150 Garnet Dr, Washington Township, OH
Phone
(937) 673-5281
Btw Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1140 S. Front Street, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 887-0001

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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.