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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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Hug-A-Bear Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2610 W Fair Ave, Lancaster, OH
Phone
(740) 653-1358
Hugs-N-Hearts Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

HUGS-N-HEARTS Early Learning Center in Columbus receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring, creative teachers and family-like environment. However, some parents express concerns about excessive screen time, particularly full-length movies shown daily, and reported issues with how management responded to complaints.

Caring and kind teachersstrong child development and school preparationcreative activities and crafts
Address
8989 Antares Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 848-6777
Kid Works Of Fairfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Kid Works of Fairfield for its professional, caring staff who provide attentive communication and create a safe, nurturing environment. Multiple families spanning several years of enrollment highlight the center's cleanliness, spacious facilities, affordability, and staff longevity. The facility is noted for helping children transition smoothly and preparing them for kindergarten.

Professional and caring staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationclean facilities
Address
5950 Boymel Drive, Fairfield, OH
Phone
(513) 874-5546
Hickory Dickory Tots
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Hickory Dickory Tots receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring staff, owner Tiffany's daily involvement, and strong educational programming. Children thrive academically and socially, with parents noting kindergarten readiness and above-average performance. The facility is described as clean, affordable, and providing a warm, family-like environment.

Caring and attentive staffOwner Tiffany's daily presence and responsivenessStrong ed
Address
9057 Cincinnati-Columbus Rd, West Chester, OH
Phone
(513) 759-7997
Ms. Cathy'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1722 N. Detroit Ave, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 244-0030
Hope Nursery School & Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
10610 Waterville St, Whitehouse, OH
Phone
(419) 877-0091
East Toledo Family Center Kid'S Kare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

East Toledo Family Center Kid's Kare receives consistently high praise from parents for its comprehensive programs and community-focused approach. Parents highlight the quality of preschool and Head Start services, friendly and caring staff, and the center's role as a community resource. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and family-oriented.

High-quality preschool and Head Start programscaring and professional staffclean facility
Address
1020 Varland Ave, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 691-1429
My Little School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

My Little School in Toledo receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong teacher-student relationships. Most reviews highlight affordable pricing, good classroom sizes, and supportive staff who work with families through challenges. One negative review cited office staff communication issues and children expressing reluctance to attend.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentgood student-teacher ratio
Address
5919 Teletowne Drive, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 476-1234
First Presbyterian'S Rainbow Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
120 S Park Ave, Fremont, OH
Phone
(419) 334-7173
Bright Beginnings Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Bright Beginnings Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and clean, well-organized facility. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and visible developmental progress in their children. One parent reported serious concerns about a staff member's inappropriate behavior toward their child, which was not adequately addressed by management.

Warm and nurturing staffclean and well-organized facilityage-appropriate activities
Address
385 Mt Vernon Road, Newark, OH
Phone
(740) 345-2982
Glenmoor Kids' Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews provided do not pertain to Glenmoor Kids' Club daycare. Instead, they are reviews for Glenmoor Country Club, a golf and event venue in Canton, Ohio. No parent reviews about the daycare center are available.

None applicable - reviews are for country clubnot daycare
Address
4191 Glenmoor Rd Nw, Canton, OH
Phone
(330) 966-3600
Campus Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
5155 Eastlake St Nw, North Canton, OH
Phone
(330) 499-0909
Holy Cross Preschool Kindergarten & Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
7707 N Market Ave, North Canton, OH
Phone
(330) 494-6478
Little School Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little School Child Care Center has overwhelmingly positive reviews, with 8 five-star ratings praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and flexible management. However, two one-star reviews allege staff rudeness, bullying concerns, and billing issues, creating a stark contrast in parent experiences.

Caring and friendly staffflexible accommodations for unique family situationsengaging creative activities and outdoor time
Address
1049 S Alex Rd, West Carrollton, OH
Phone
(937) 859-5361
Creative Hearts Educated Minds Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Creative Hearts Educated Minds Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Five parents gave 5-star ratings praising the staff, learning environment, and care quality, while two parents gave 1-star ratings citing safety concerns, unprofessionalism, and hygiene issues.

Caring and supportive staffeducational activities (alphabetsnumbers
Address
6030 Secor Road, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 472-0580
Esther Jetter Preschool At Mt. Vernon Nazarene Univ.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
800 Martinsburg Rd., Mount Vernon, OH
Phone
(740) 397-6862
Loving Heart Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Loving Heart Christian Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, loving environment, and quality early childhood education programs. However, one parent reported unprofessional behavior from ownership and concerns about pricing relative to quality.

Loving and attentive staffsmall group sizesexperienced and degreed teachers
Address
353 Crestmont Ave. Sw, Hartville, OH
Phone
(330) 877-7529
Alphabet Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
8475 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 522-4453
Eicon'S Clubhouse Weekend Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5011 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 524-6250
Kamas Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

KAMAS DAYCARE CENTER receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for kind and professional staff, clean facilities, and educational activities. However, one review raises serious concerns about unprofessional conduct, racial discrimination, favoritism, and staff negligence.

Kind and professional staffclean facilitywell-organized toys
Address
3651 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 269-8197
Kids Kingdom Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kids Kingdom for exceptional staff interaction, individualized attention to children including those with special needs, and a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight improvements in their children's development, flexibility with school pickups/dropoffs, and engaging field trips. The center receives strong recommendations from current and former parents.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent staff-child interactionsupports children with disabilities and special needs
Address
970 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 268-1200
Kidsrus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

KIDSRUS in Hilliard receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents highlight caring, respectful teachers who treat children well, a welcoming environment, and long-term enrollment satisfaction across multiple children and age groups.

caring and respectful teacherschild-centered approachwelcoming environment
Address
4625 Cemetery Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 219-7274
Kingdom Kids Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2645 Fairwood, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 497-1103
Little Angels Ministries II LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5336 Gender Road, Canalwinchester, OH
Phone
(614) 390-5532
Our Little Einsteins Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Our Little Einsteins Child Care for its clean facility, caring staff, and educational approach. Reviewers highlight that the center goes beyond basic childcare, emphasizing learning and development, with children making significant progress in areas like language skills. Parents report feeling welcomed and treated like family by the owners and staff.

Clean facilityfriendly and caring staffeducational focus
Address
5130 Sedalia Dr, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 862-0088
Shining Stars Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Shining Stars Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the dedicated staff, caring director (Mrs. Shaton), and play-based educational approach. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about management practices, facility size, staffing decisions, and bus safety.

Caring and dedicated staffpersonable directorplay-based learning model
Address
491 Lancaster Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH
Phone
(614) 868-3465
Start 2 Finish Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
227 Fairway Blvd, Whitehall, OH
Phone
(614) 762-7878
The Cottage Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4855 Pintail Creek Drive, Canal Wincheste, OH
Phone
(614) 833-0300
Market Square Horizon Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Market Square Horizon Education Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising staff engagement, developmental progress, and a welcoming environment. However, one parent reported experiencing favoritism and impatience from a specific teacher in the Blue Room, resulting in their child's dismissal after three weeks.

Staff engagement and reliabilitydevelopmental learning (colorsindependence
Address
2500 West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 930-5437
Murtis Taylor @ Kathryn R. Tyler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
900 E. 105th St., Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 283-4400

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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.