
Browse 3,743 child daycare & preschools across Ohio. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
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.
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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 3,743 |
| Headstart Programs | 274 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 394 |
| Before or After School | 1,006 |
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One parent highlights the center's strong academic outcomes, noting higher kindergarten readiness scores compared to the state average and its Star 3 Step Up to Quality rating. In contrast, another parent reports a negative experience involving a dispute over a physical altercation, alleging that staff responded aggressively and terminated enrollment abruptly.
One parent highlights the staff's attentiveness, the clean and safe facility, and the owners' responsiveness, recommending the center to friends. Another parent expresses extreme dissatisfaction, indicating a desire to give a negative rating.
Jack & Jill Child Care has mixed reviews. Three parents praised the caring staff, good ratios, and learning environment. However, two parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to child injuries, poor facility maintenance with mold and chipping paint, unsafe storage of cleaning chemicals, and unsanitary pet care conditions.
One parent highlights the center's safe, nurturing environment and friendly staff, noting the waitlist was worth the high-quality care. Conversely, another family reports severe issues including alleged physical abuse, staff retaliation, and poor director response, leading to their children's dismissal.
One parent highlights exceptional teacher dedication and consistent comfort for infants, noting the staff's genuine care rather than just transactional service. Another review offers a brief positive endorsement, while a third reports a negative experience involving an unexplained dismissal.
Parents consistently praise YMCA Batavia Heights Christian Child Care for its caring, welcoming staff and safe environment. The facility is noted for combining educational development with play-based activities, with specific recognition for speech development support and thoughtful programming. Multiple families report high satisfaction and some have returned after leaving or plan to enroll multiple generations.
One parent highlights the facility's attractive garden setting and engaging scavenger hunts as enjoyable elements. The limited feedback focuses on these specific activity and environmental features without noting any drawbacks.
One parent describes Love Is A Hug Child Care Center as phenomenal, highlighting their daughter's excitement to attend preschool daily and praising the passionate, devoted staff for their engaging curriculum. In contrast, a single review offers a brief, negative assessment, stating it is not a very good day care.
United Rehabilitation Services of Greater Dayton receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising exceptional staff compassion, significant child development progress, and integrated therapy services. Parents consistently highlight the center's inclusive approach to children with special needs and personalized care from leadership and teachers.
Heaven's Little Angels Child Care & Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and safe, clean environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, benefit from quality curriculum and activities, and experience strong communication with teachers. The center is noted for accommodating special needs children and working flexibly with family schedules.
One parent reports that their goddaughter enjoys attending the center, while another reviewer strongly advises against enrollment, citing poor quality and suggesting the staff is unprofessional.
One parent describes Newton's Apples as expensive and notes that the preschool curriculum lacked sufficient effort, with staff focusing more on recess and nap time. The few reviews so far indicate concerns regarding cost and educational rigor.
Feedback for Noah's Ark Daycare Inc. is mixed, with one parent highly recommending the center while another reports a negative experience regarding nap accommodations and staffing for younger children. The available reviews highlight both strong satisfaction and specific operational concerns.
Kids Are Fun receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the owner Debbie, caring staff, clean facility, and affordable pricing ($175/week for toddlers). However, some recent reviews raise concerns about inconsistent supervision, staff behavior issues, and security vulnerabilities at the facility.
Reviews are mixed and largely off-topic. Most comments praise the YWCA facility's amenities like the pool, fitness center, and design. One parent reported a pool infection and moldy showers, raising cleanliness concerns in those areas.
Kids Campus Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, professional staff, engaging educational programs, and strong child development outcomes. Parents report their children are happy, learning significantly, and well-prepared for the next educational stage.
This listing appears to be for a retirement community rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and caring staff, well-maintained facilities, active community atmosphere, and various amenities and activities available to residents.
Good Shepherd Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, child preparation for advancement, and welcoming environment. However, there are concerns about enrollment age discrepancies between the website and director communication.
Parents consistently praise Children's Castle Educare for caring, dedicated teachers who show genuine love for the children. The facility is well-run with excellent communication through the Sprout About app, regular updates, and live cameras. Children enjoy attending and show significant learning and development across all age groups.
City Kids in Hilliard receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with many praising the caring, professional staff and clean facility that supports children's learning and development. However, there are serious concerns raised by a few parents regarding staff behavior, including reports of inappropriate language and conduct, as well as concerns about bus driver safety.
Parents consistently praise Greene Street Day Care/Preschool as a welcoming and friendly facility affiliated with a church community. Reviewers highlight positive experiences with children's programs and appreciate the center's community outreach efforts, including food assistance programs and international charitable support.
The Defiance Area YMCA Child Care Program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from families, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and personalized attention to children. The facility offers childcare services, multiple pools, and fitness amenities with flexible income-based pricing. Some members have noted concerns about facility maintenance in certain areas and unclear communication regarding pool closures and facility rules.
Kiddie Company Enrichment Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, strong curriculum, and safe environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.
Parents consistently praise Imagination Station for creating a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive. Staff members are described as caring, patient, and communicative, with directors who are responsive and professional. Multiple parents note significant improvements in their children's development and behavior since enrolling.
While some parents highlight the staff's professionalism and affectionate care, another reviewer reports severe issues including rudeness, absentee leadership, and deceptive practices regarding availability.
Precious Angels Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, attentive staff, particularly administrators Dawn and Jess. Parents highlight the safe, clean environment, strong curriculum, live camera monitoring, and individualized attention as key strengths. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited to attend.
Childtime Learning Centers in North Olmsted receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight caring, patient teachers who build strong relationships with children, excellent communication through the SproutAbout app with live classroom cameras, and engaging educational activities that support child development.
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