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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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Buttercups Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Buttercups Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the clean facility, professional staff, skilled teachers, and positive developmental outcomes for their children. However, a minority of reviews raise serious concerns about staff behavior, including alleged physical aggression toward children and unprofessional conduct.

Clean facilityprofessional staffskilled teachers
Address
6510 N. Dixie Drive, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 665-0481
A 2 Z Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
190 Woodrow Avenue, Saint Clairsvil, OH
Phone
(740) 699-0200
Children'S Learning Adventure Childcare Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Adventure Childcare Centers for its warm, family-oriented environment and high-quality educational programs. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's development, with strong communication and organization throughout the facility. The center is noted for its security measures, enriching activities, and low teacher turnover.

Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and attentive staffstrong educational curriculum with special activities (art
Address
8110 Market Place Drive, West Chester, OH
Phone
(513) 893-7067
Learning To Grow Cec
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Learning to Grow CEC in Cleveland receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the clean facility, caring and experienced staff, structured curriculum, and individualized attention to children's development and special needs.

Clean and well-maintained facilityexperienced and nurturing staff with low turnoverstrong academic curriculum and learning activities
Address
5309 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 431-4000
The Smucker Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare facility. The reviews describe a J.M. Smucker Company distribution/receiving center in Orrville, Ohio, covering topics such as shipping/receiving procedures, parking, security check-in, staff politeness, and product quality. This appears to be a data mislabeling error.

Fast check-in and unloading processpolite and helpful staffarmed security present
Address
327 North Mill Street, Orrville, OH
Phone
(330) 684-8575
Prep Academy Schools
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Prep Academy Schools receives mostly positive reviews from parents praising the educational focus, caring staff, and child development. However, one parent reported a serious safety concern involving inadequate supervision of an infant. The facility is licensed by the Department of Education rather than Job and Family Services, which parents note emphasizes educational programming.

Educational curriculum for all agesloving and caring teacherscreative activities and art projects
Address
3812 E Powell Rd, Lewis Center, OH
Phone
(614) 818-0502
Northwood Esc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
600 Lemoyne Rd, Northwood, OH
Phone
(419) 691-2601
Kids Care Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kids Care Academy receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise the teachers, facility atmosphere, and engaging environment, while negative reviews cite chronic cancellation of scheduled activities, inadequate facilities (no playground, gym, specialized teachers), poor classroom maintenance, and concerns about staff experience and child engagement.

Dedicated and amazing teachersengaging classroom environmentfun activities (playground bikes
Address
3400 Kohr Boulevard, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 478-3269
Ohio University Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
Building 27, Athens, OH
Phone
(740) 593-1819
Looking Glass Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Looking Glass Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the educational curriculum, enrichment activities, staff engagement, and family involvement. However, several parents report serious concerns including billing/payment mishandling, management unprofessionalism, child safety incidents, and compliance violations.

Comprehensive lesson plans shared with parentsSpanish and enrichment classesfrequent family events
Address
1393 Mogadore Rd, Kent, OH
Phone
(330) 676-0347
Kids 'R' Kids Quality Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise KIDS 'R' KIDS Mason for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted for maintaining cleanliness, offering age-appropriate activities, and providing security features like webcams and keypad entry. Multiple reviewers highlight that staff go above and beyond in their dedication to the children's development and wellbeing.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitywelcoming management team
Address
7439 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH
Phone
(513) 398-9944
Peace Of Our Savior Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
1025 Cliffside Dr, New Carlisle, OH
Phone
(937) 849-9374
Sonshine Christian Preschool And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Sonshine Christian Preschool has mixed reviews with strong praise from most recent families highlighting caring teachers, welcoming environment, and family-oriented leadership under new administration. However, older reviews cite concerns about disorganization, curriculum inconsistency, inadequate kindergarten preparation, and unprofessional administrator conduct.

Caring and attentive teachersfamily-like environmentwelcoming atmosphere
Address
909 W Locust Street, Wilmington, OH
Phone
(937) 382-0904
World Of Love Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

World of Love Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teacher dedication and care quality, but concerns about management professionalism, overcrowding in some rooms, and pricing. Parents appreciate the nurturing environment while some report operational issues and management inconsistencies.

Dedicated and passionate teachershigh quality care and educationloving and nurturing environment
Address
3121 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, OH
Phone
(937) 293-8123
Creative World Of Learning - Huber Main
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
5030 Nebraska Ave, Huber Heights, OH
Phone
(937) 236-6116
Child First Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise Child First Day Care for exceptional, family-like care and a clean, well-maintained facility. Staff are described as patient, qualified, and genuinely invested in children's development across academics, social skills, and emotional growth. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction, with some traveling significant distances to maintain enrollment.

Caring and patient staffclean facilitystrong teacher-child relationships
Address
116 Westchester Drive, Austintown, OH
Phone
(330) 270-0168
Kiddy Kare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kiddy Kare Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews from parents, with staff praised for being caring and patient. Children are reported to be engaged in learning and enjoy attending. One review raises concerns about parking lot management and enforcement of parking rules.

Caring and patient teachersclean facilitywelcoming environment
Address
1375 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 242-9700
Le Chaperon Rouge Co INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise The Nest (formerly Le Chaperon Rouge) for its strong leadership under director Ms. Grace, dedicated and caring teaching staff, and quality curriculum that supports child development across multiple areas. Children are reported to be happy, excited about attending, and building meaningful relationships with teachers and peers. The facility is clean, well-organized, and provides daily updates to parents.

Responsive and caring leadershipwarm and welcoming staffstrong child development outcomes
Address
6010 Kruse Dr, Solon, OH
Phone
(440) 248-3219
Childtime Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Childtime Children's Center in Bedford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the caring staff, learning environment, and communication. However, one parent reported negative experiences with a toddler teacher, staff behavior issues, and an abrupt dismissal without proper communication from management.

Caring and patient staffstrong learning curriculumopen communication with parents
Address
270 Best St, Bedford, OH
Phone
(440) 439-3051
Little Feet Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Little Feet Childcare in Broadview Heights receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, attentive staff and safe, clean environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, genuine teacher-child relationships, and children's enthusiasm about attending.

Caring and loving teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationclean and organized facility
Address
8161 Broadview Rd, Broadview Hts, OH
Phone
(440) 838-1880
Children First Of Cleveland
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Children First of Cleveland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents regarding staff warmth, child development, and curriculum quality. However, several parents report significant concerns about administrative leadership, communication issues, and inadequate support for children with special needs and disabilities.

Warm and caring staffstrong child development and learning outcomesclean facilities
Address
615 W Superior Plaza Lvl, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 787-4530
Ivy'S Unique Kids INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
2065 Schappelle Lane, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 742-4897
Sugar Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

These reviews are not for a daycare center but rather for a trucking/logistics facility in Washington C.H., Ohio. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, efficient loading/unloading processes (typically under 1 hour), and convenient overnight parking availability. Check-in procedures at the guard shack are straightforward and well-organized.

Friendly and polite staffquick unloading times (under 1 hour)overnight parking available
Address
2101 1/2 Kenskill Ave, Washington C H, OH
Phone
(740) 333-3959
Kids Advancing Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kids Advancing Academy in Lakewood receives mixed reviews with most parents praising staff communication, cleanliness, and child development outcomes. However, a small number of parents reported concerns about staff responsiveness to children's emotional needs, safety supervision, and administrative communication.

Friendly and helpful staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility with nice playground
Address
2150 Warren Rd, Lakewood, OH
Phone
(216) 712-7985
Willow Bee Child Care & Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Willow Bee Child Care & Learning receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, caring staff and children's strong development and happiness. One parent raised concerns about inadequate supervision during an outdoor activity at a park.

Caring and invested teachersstrong child development and learning outcomeswarm and professional staff
Address
28 Lackey Old State Road, Delaware, OH
Phone
(740) 369-1974
Rainbow Acres Educ Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Rainbow Acres receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the clean facilities, caring staff, educational activities, and owner involvement. However, four parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, safety incidents, bullying mishandling, and insufficient staffing.

clean facilitiescaring and friendly staffowner involvement
Address
115 Portage St, Oak Harbor, OH
Phone
(419) 898-1310
Wonderful World Of Kids INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

WONDERFUL WORLD OF KIDS INC receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's care, individualized attention to children's development, cleanliness, security, and family-like atmosphere. Negative reviewers cite late fee policies, staff behavioral concerns, inconsistent communication, billing discrepancies, and abrupt dismissals of children.

Staff kindness and attentiveness to childrenindividualized learning supportclean facility with securi
Address
1290 Nw Washington Boulevard, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 868-8500
East End Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

These reviews are not about the daycare program, but rather the YMCA fitness facility itself. Reviewers consistently praise the gym equipment, pool, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The facility is described as welcoming and well-organized.

Friendly and accommodating staffextensive gym equipmentpool
Address
730 Lake St, Madison, OH
Phone
(440) 428-5125
Childscape Learn & Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

CHILDSCAPE LEARN & GROW receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied long-term families but serious concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight friendly staff, engaging environment, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Negative reviews document child neglect incidents, lack of supervision, administrative dishonesty, medication errors, and safety failures.

friendly and professional staffengaging environment with toys and activitieschildren e
Address
3151 Whitewood St Nw, North Canton, OH
Phone
(330) 966-9700
Fair Play Family Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Fair Play Family Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and quality educational programs. Multiple families report long-term enrollment across multiple locations with high satisfaction.

friendly and caring staffquality educationclean and organized facility
Address
344 Gail Ave Ne, Massillon, OH
Phone
(330) 832-7529

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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.