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Best Headstart Programs in Chillicothe, OH

Compare 1 headstart programs in Chillicothe. Average rating: 3.95/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Chillicothe, Ohio at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.95/5
Parent reviews
92
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Chillicothe has 1 licensed headstart programs with 92 parent reviews averaging 3.95/5.The largest concentration is in 45601 with 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chillicothe

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    New River Early Learning Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    3130 S Bridge St, Chillicothe, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    ERROR: The reviews provided are for Open Door Fellowship church in Chillicothe, Ohio, not for New River Early Learning Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare facility
  2. 2
    Ross County Ymca Child Development Program
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    100 Mill St, Chillicothe, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    Parents praise the Ross County YMCA Child Development Program for its warm, family-oriented atmosphere and friendly staff who make members feel valued and known by name. The facility offers comprehensive services including childcare, preschool, summer camp, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and athletics in a clean, well-maintained environment with recently updated equipment. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming culture and community feel as standout features.

    Warmwelcoming stafffriendly atmosphereclean well-maintained facilities
  3. 3
    Carver Community Center
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    165 W. Fourth St, Chillicothe, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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 celebrationseducational programs (gardening)
  4. 4
    Pickaway-Ross Ctc Preschool
    4 score
    4(16)

    895 Crouse Chapel Rd, Chillicothe, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This appears to be a vocational/technical school rather than a daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (9 five-star ratings), with students praising hands-on learning opportunities, caring instructors, and affordable programs across trades like welding, electrical installation, and veterinary assistance. One review mentions teachers enforcing rules with poor attitudes.

    Hands-on learningcaring teachersaffordable tuitionreal-world experience with animals and equipment
  5. 5
    The Play And Learn Express
    3.89 score
    3.8(6)

    369 N High Street, Chillicothe, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children

    The Play and Learn Express receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and helpful staff, reliable care, and summer field trips. However, one parent reported serious concerns about the center's ability to accommodate a child with special needs and alleged dismissive treatment when attempting to unenroll.

    friendly and helpful staffreliable carestrong staff-child relationshipssummer field trips
  6. 6
    A Shanton Daycare
    3.07 score
    2.3(6)

    47 Main Street, Chillicothe, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    A SHANTON DAYCARE in Chillicothe has overwhelmingly negative reviews citing serious safety concerns, unprofessional operations, and poor management practices. One parent praised the staff, but five detailed complaints describe inadequate supervision, child injuries, bullying, inconsistent policies, and unprofessional communication from ownership.

    Staff described as friendly

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Chillicothe

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Chillicothe, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.95avg rating
15 daycares · 10 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Chillicothe zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4560118
3.95
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chillicothe (74–122 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Chillicothe

Child Daycare & Preschools 15Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Chillicothe, Ohio

There are 1 headstart programs in Chillicothe, Ohio, making up 6% of the 18 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Chillicothe have an average rating of 3.95 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 30% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.95 stars. Our analysis covers 92 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Chillicothe, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Chillicothe

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Rccac- Early Learning Center @Ou-C
Headstart Programs
Address
101 University Drive, Chillicothe, OH
Phone
(740) 772-7372

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Chillicothe, Ohio, out of 18 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Chillicothe have an average Google rating of 3.95 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 30% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Chillicothe, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Ohio's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Ohio)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Chillicothe offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Ohio typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Chillicothe for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chillicothe must be licensed by Ohio's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.