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Best Church Daycare in Amherst, OH

Compare 2 church daycare in Amherst. Average rating: 4.07/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Amherst, Ohio at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.07/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Amherst has 2 licensed church daycare with 30 parent reviews averaging 4.07/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Amherst

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
    St Joseph
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    175 Saint Joseph Dr, Amherst, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Joseph is a religious facility in Amherst, Ohio that serves as both a church and school. Parents consistently praise the caring teachers, quality education, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is well-regarded for its spiritual programs and school offerings.

    caring and wonderful teachersquality educationwelcoming communityexcellent music ministry
  2. 2
    Country Day School INC
    4.11 score
    4.2(6)

    45960 North Ridge Rd., Amherst, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 134 children

    Country Day School Inc receives predominantly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, trustworthy environment, and engaging activities like field trips. However, one parent reported a concerning incident involving a bus driver's reckless driving and unprofessional response to complaints.

    caring and trustworthy staffengaging field tripslong-term satisfaction (7+ years)professional bus transportation
  3. 3
    St Peter'S United Church Of Christ Preschool
    3.94 score
    3.9(8)

    582 Church St, Amherst, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: 43 children

    St. Peter's United Church of Christ Preschool in Amherst, Ohio receives mostly positive reviews from parents whose children attend, praising the teachers, clean facilities, and affordable tuition. However, several reviews allege serious financial misconduct, claiming the church misappropriated preschool funds and forced experienced teachers to resign en masse in 2021.

    Friendly and welcoming teachersclean and colorful classroomsaffordable tuitionwelcoming community
  4. 4
    Brilliant Start Academy
    3.5 score
    3(5)

    901 Liberty Bell Drive, Amherst, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 130 children

    Brilliant Start Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the facility for cleanliness, caring staff, security features, and strong communication. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about cleanliness and professionalism.

    Clean facilitycaring and professional staffbuilding security with camera accesseasy parent-teacher communication app

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Amherst

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.98avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

4.25avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Amherst zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
440017
4.07
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Amherst (31–134 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Amherst based on parent reviews

St Joseph

4.6(10)

175 Saint Joseph Dr, Amherst, OH

St. Joseph is a religious facility in Amherst, Ohio that serves as both a church and school. Parents consistently praise the caring teachers, quality education, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is well-regarded for its spiritual programs and school offerings.

caring and wonderful teachersquality educationwelcoming community

St Peter'S United Church Of Christ Preschool

3.9(8)

582 Church St, Amherst, OH

St. Peter's United Church of Christ Preschool in Amherst, Ohio receives mostly positive reviews from parents whose children attend, praising the teachers, clean facilities, and affordable tuition. However, several reviews allege serious financial misconduct, claiming the church misappropriated preschool funds and forced experienced teachers to resign en masse in 2021.

Friendly and welcoming teachersclean and colorful classroomsaffordable tuition

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Daycare types in Amherst

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Church Daycare in Amherst, Ohio

There are 2 church daycare in Amherst, Ohio, making up 29% of the 7 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 Amherst have an average rating of 4.07 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.25 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Amherst

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St Joseph
Church Daycare
4.6

St. Joseph is a religious facility in Amherst, Ohio that serves as both a church and school. Parents consistently praise the caring teachers, quality education, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is well-regarded for its spiritual programs and school offerings.

caring and wonderful teachersquality educationwelcoming community
Address
175 Saint Joseph Dr, Amherst, OH
Phone
(440) 988-4244
St Peter'S United Church Of Christ Preschool
Church Daycare
3.9

St. Peter's United Church of Christ Preschool in Amherst, Ohio receives mostly positive reviews from parents whose children attend, praising the teachers, clean facilities, and affordable tuition. However, several reviews allege serious financial misconduct, claiming the church misappropriated preschool funds and forced experienced teachers to resign en masse in 2021.

Friendly and welcoming teachersclean and colorful classroomsaffordable tuition
Address
582 Church St, Amherst, OH
Phone
(440) 985-1972

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 church daycare daycares in Amherst, Ohio, out of 7 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 Amherst have an average Google rating of 4.07 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Amherst, 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
Amherst offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Amherst for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Amherst 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.