How do I choose the right daycare in Middletown?

When choosing a daycare in Middletown, 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

What types of daycare are available in Middletown?

Middletown offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Headstart Programs in Middletown, Ohio (1 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Ohio?

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 Middletown for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Middletown

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.

Faith Childcare Learning Center

4.56 score

4.7(20)

9 Bailtmore St., Middletown, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Faith Childcare Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the caring, family-like treatment of children, strong staff communication, and clean, nurturing environment. Children reportedly feel comfortable, happy, and show developmental progress while attending.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent daily communication with parents (photos and updates)clean facilitywarm and nurturing en

Middletown Area Family Ymca Children'S Center

4.56 score

4.7(20)

4200 E. University Blvd, Middletown, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

Parents consistently praise the Middletown Area Family YMCA Children's Center for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and clean facilities. Reviews highlight excellent fitness programming, well-maintained equipment, and a comfortable environment suitable for families with young children. Members appreciate the personal connections staff build with members and the facility's spiritual values.

Excellent and friendly staffclean facilitieswelcoming atmospherepersonal service

Abilities First Early Childhood Learning Center

4.48 score

4.6(20)

4710 Timber Trail Drive, Middletown, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

Parents consistently praise Abilities First Early Childhood Learning Center for its caring, patient staff and strong academic and social development outcomes. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's inclusive approach, welcoming both children with special needs and typically developing children. Families report feeling safe and satisfied with the center's services, including on-site pediatric therapies.

Compassionate and patient staffstrong academic and social growthinclusive environment for all childrenon-site pediatric therapies available

Youthland Academy Middletown

4.4 score

4.5(20)

4435 Marie Dr, Middletown, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

Youthland Academy Middletown receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings from parents. Parents praise the caring, engaged staff who actively work on child development, communication, and individualized attention. Multiple parents report significant improvements in their children's behavior, speech, and learning outcomes.

Caring and engaged teachersstrong communicationdevelopmental focus including fine motor and speech skillspotty training support

Atrium Ymca Children'S Center

4.32 score

4.4(20)

5750 Innovation Dr, Middletown, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 188 children

Atrium YMCA Children's Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the childwatch services, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Parents highlight the facility's well-maintained equipment, variety of classes, and quick responsiveness to maintenance issues. The center is particularly valued by working parents who appreciate reliable childcare while they exercise.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitychildwatch servicesquick maintenance response

The Kindergarten Readiness Prgm Of First Presbyterian

4.29 score

4.5(7)

2910 Central Ave, Middletown, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

Reviews appear to be from church attendees rather than daycare parents, making it difficult to assess actual childcare quality. The few relevant comments mention accommodating staff and a pleasant facility.

Accommodating staffwelcoming atmospherespacious facility

Middletown Christian Early Learning Center

3.56 score

3.2(6)

3015 N. Union Road, Middletown, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: 168 children

Middletown Christian Early Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise qualified and kind staff, small class sizes, academic lesson plans, clean facilities, and good security. However, negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate infant care, unaddressed behavioral issues among children, insufficient supervision of aggressive students, cleanliness problems in some areas, and perceived favoritism toward church members.

Qualified and kind staffsmall class sizesacademic lesson plansclean facility

Headstart Programs in Middletown, Ohio

There are 1 headstart programs in Middletown, Ohio, making up 4% of the 23 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Middletown, Ohio, out of 23 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Middletown, 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

Middletown offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Middletown for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Middletown 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.

1 Headstart Programs in Middletown, Ohio

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Middletown

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