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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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Learning Ladder Child Care & Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Learning Ladder Child Care & Development Center in Toledo receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting the staff's dedication to educational growth, warm family-like environment, and individual attention to each child's development. Parents report their children are excited to attend and show measurable academic and social progress.

Patient and caring staffstrong educational programsindividual attention to learning styles
Address
5155 Airport Hwy, Ste A, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 720-8686
Bright Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Bright Start Learning Center in Johnstown, Ohio receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff. Parents report that their children are happy, well-cared for, and making progress developmentally, with staff members providing regular communication and individualized attention.

Caring and friendly staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility
Address
316 N. Main, Johnstown, OH
Phone
(740) 967-8454
Licking County Family Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Licking County Family YMCA Child Care for its friendly, welcoming staff and well-maintained facilities with diverse amenities including pools, fitness equipment, and classes. The center offers good value and a community-oriented environment where staff are patient and attentive to children.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitiespatient childcare workers
Address
470 W. Church Street, Newark, OH
Phone
(740) 345-9628
Faith Lutheran Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Faith Lutheran Christian Preschool in Mt. Vernon, Ohio receives positive feedback from parents who appreciate the educational quality and welcoming environment. Parents report satisfaction with their children's experiences and note the church's community involvement and pastor leadership. The facility benefits from an attractive stone garden on the grounds.

Children enjoy attendingquality preschool programfriendly staff and community members
Address
170 Mansfield Ave, Mt Vernon, OH
Phone
(740) 397-5701
Rainbow Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Rainbow Connection is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Mentor, Ohio, where all reviewers gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, low teacher turnover, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple families report their children are thriving emotionally, socially, and academically, with strong long-term enrollment and multi-child families.

caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverwelcoming environment
Address
6312-C Center St, Mentor, OH
Phone
(440) 255-7655
Central Y'S Learning Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Central Y's Learning Station has excellent staff who are caring, attentive, and professional. Parents consistently praise the Child Watch program, facility cleanliness, well-maintained amenities, and welcoming atmosphere. The center offers diverse programs and services with strong community focus.

Outstanding Child Watch programattentive and caring staffclean and well-maintained facility
Address
933 Mentor Ave, Painesville, OH
Phone
(440) 352-3303
Miss Kimberlys
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Miss Kimberly's is highly regarded by most parents for its family-like environment, caring staff, and clean, safe facility where children enjoy attending. However, one recent review indicates a significant change in quality following staff turnover, with complaints about new management being unhelpful and unwelcoming.

Family-like environmentgenuinely caring staffclean and safe facility
Address
34799 Curtis Blvd., Eastlake, OH
Phone
(440) 942-3104
Little Scholars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Scholars Willoughby receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and socially. Parents emphasize the caring, dedicated staff, structured curriculum, and safe environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express strong satisfaction with their experience.

Nurturing and caring staffstrong academic curriculumsafe environment
Address
37912 Third St, Willoughby, OH
Phone
(440) 951-3596
Little Scholars II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Scholars II in Mentor, Ohio receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental support for their children. However, one parent reported a significant decline in care quality following staff turnover, citing neglect during potty training and inadequate supervision.

Dedicated and caring teachers (especially Ms. Karlyna/KarlyMs. DonnaMs. Renee
Address
9220 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH
Phone
(440) 257-6600
The Shepherd'S Gate Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
10037 Easton St Ne, Louisville, OH
Phone
(330) 875-3399
Faith Friends Preschool & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
300 9th St Nw, North Canton, OH
Phone
(330) 499-1780
Tots Landing Day Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Tots Landing Day Care and Preschool for its caring, patient staff and welcoming environment. Children show developmental progress and form lasting memories at the facility. Multiple reviewers describe it as a second home where kids feel safe and supported.

Caring and patient staffwelcoming environmentchild development and speech progress
Address
4770 Darrow Rd, Stow, OH
Phone
(330) 688-1662
Faith Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Faith Lutheran Preschool in Avon is highly regarded by most reviewers, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere, kind teachers, and family-like environment. The preschool costs $1,100-$2,000 annually. One reviewer reported a negative experience regarding treatment by church leadership.

welcoming environmentkind and caring teachersfamily-like atmosphere
Address
2265 Garden Drive, Avon, OH
Phone
(440) 934-2465
The Glen Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Glen Early Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising it as an amazing program that supports women and children with educational opportunities. However, one parent reported eligibility restrictions limiting assistance to mothers with sole custody of no more than 2 children.

Supportive teameducational opportunities for mothershelps women achieve degrees and goals
Address
611 St. Joseph Ave, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 258-3493
Green Hills Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Note: Reviews appear to be for a senior living facility, not a child daycare. Reviews consistently praise excellent staff care, cleanliness, and amenities. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting compassionate service and family-friendly environment.

Caring and friendly staffspotless facilitywell-maintained amenities (pool
Address
6557 Us 68 South, West Liberty, OH
Phone
(937) 465-7015
Kidz By The Riverside
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Kidz by the Riverside for its professional, caring staff and owner Crystal who prioritize child safety and learning. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show strong academic and social development. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Professional and kind staffsafety measures including cameras throughout facilitychildren enjoy attending and look forward to coming back
Address
421 Main Ave Sw, Warren, OH
Phone
(330) 392-0700
All God'S Children Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
104 Maplewood, Delta, OH
Phone
(419) 822-0333
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center/Lillian Lane KinderCare for exceptional staff who genuinely care about children's development and well-being. Children show strong academic, social, and emotional progress in a clean, safe, and engaging environment. Directors and teachers are responsive, communicative, and treat families with understanding and support.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong academic and emotional developmentclean and well-maintained facility
Address
2755 Lillian Lane, Beavercreek, OH
Phone
(937) 429-0472
Capital Royal Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Capital Royal Child Care & Learning Center for its safe, nurturing environment and highly attentive staff. The facility is commended for strong communication, specialized care for children with allergies, and comprehensive daily activity monitoring via app. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show academic and social improvement.

Staff compassion and patiencechild safety and security measuresallergy management
Address
1288 Brice Rd, Reynoldsburg, OH
Phone
(614) 866-5499
Childcare Wonderland
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Childcare Wonderland for its caring staff, strong academic instruction, and holistic development approach. Children show measurable academic progress, including bilingual learning in Spanish and faith-based education. Multiple long-term families report high satisfaction and warm, family-oriented environments.

Caring and committed staffstrong academics and early literacy skillsbilingual Spanish instruction
Address
383 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 744-2400
Future Scholars Learning Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Future Scholars Learning Academy II as a warm, family-oriented center with caring and professional staff. Reviews highlight strong academic progress, comprehensive programming including field trips and dental care, and excellent communication. Parents express high trust in the facility and recommend it without reservation.

Caring and professional staffsafe and clean environmentstrong academic curriculum and kindergarten readiness
Address
6116 Mcnaughten Center, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 483-9192
Lima Academy Lerning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
4121 West Broad, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 975-2981
Little Buckeye Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Buckeye Learning Center receives consistent 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-oriented environment with exceptional care and leadership from Director Ms. Leslie and Assistant Director Ms. Raven. Parents highlight strong communication, clean facilities, structured learning activities, nutritious meals, and a nurturing atmosphere where children feel safe and loved.

Attentive and caring staffexcellent parent communicationclean and w
Address
921 E. Dublin Granville Rd., Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 888-4414
Little Buckeye Learning Center - Livingston
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Little Buckeye Learning Center for exceptional staff care, strong communication, and a safe, clean environment. The director and teachers are frequently mentioned as caring, attentive, and welcoming, with children reportedly happy, learning, and making friends.

caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and safe facility
Address
3870 E Livingston Avenue, Columbs, OH
Phone
(614) 237-7400
Little Treasures Learning Academey
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Treasures Learning Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facility, friendly and professional staff, and positive developmental outcomes for children. However, one parent reported frustration with unclear and potentially discriminatory pricing practices regarding a child with autism.

Clean facilityfriendly and professional staffchildren excited and happy to attend
Address
2274 Margeret Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 284-7233
Prima1 Daycare And Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

PRIMA1 Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facilities, nutritious meals, and family-like atmosphere. However, one review flagged the center for investigation, suggesting potential concerns warrant further consideration.

Caring and personable staffchildren are happy and well-fedclean facilities
Address
2045 Agler Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 804-3248
The New Albany Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
31 N. High Street, New Albany, OH
Phone
(614) 209-4879
The Oxford School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise The Nest (note: reviews reference 'The Nest' rather than 'The Oxford School') for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight small class sizes, curriculum-based learning, developmental support, and included amenities like meals and diapers. Children show significant progress in speech, social skills, and academic learning.

Small class sizescurriculum-based learningno screens/Montessori-style approach
Address
840 Dempsey Rd., Westerville, OH
Phone
(614) 392-2188
Noah'S Ark Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Noah's Ark Learning Center for its caring, energetic staff and low turnover. The center is noted for combining educational programming with engaging activities, daily communication with parents, and field trips. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable learning progress.

Caring and energetic stafflow staff turnovereducational curriculum
Address
100 Tippett Court, Sunbury, OH
Phone
(740) 965-5437
A Child'S Place Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

A Child's Place Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care, educational focus, and child development outcomes. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about health/safety protocols, allergy management, staff conduct, and responsiveness to parent instructions.

Educational curriculum with daily learningcompassionate and caring staffclean and safe facility
Address
2010 Officeview Place, Reynoldsburg, OH
Phone
(614) 868-5437

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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.