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Best Church Daycare in Shaker Heights, OH

Compare 1 church daycare in Shaker Heights. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shaker Heights, Ohio at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.34/5
Parent reviews
96
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Shaker Heights has 1 licensed church daycare with 96 parent reviews averaging 4.34/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 56% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 44120 (avg 4.58 stars), while 44122 has the largest selection (8 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shaker Heights

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
    Carol Nursery School
    4.77 score
    5(17)

    19824 Sussex Rd, Shaker Heights, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Carol Nursery School in Shaker Heights receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and warm, nurturing community environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's holistic approach to child development, enriching activities (sign language, yoga, library visits), and gentle separation support programs. Children are reported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while genuinely enjoying school.

    caring and att
  2. 2
    Cooperative Nursery School At Hgts Christian Church
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    17300 Van Aken Boulevard, Shaker Heights, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: 29 children

    Parents consistently praise Heights Cooperative Nursery School for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teachers who help children develop social skills and a love of learning. The play-based, inclusive approach and strong sense of community are repeatedly highlighted as key strengths. All reviews are 5-star ratings with families expressing high satisfaction and intent to return or recommend.

    Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and dedicated teachersplay-based learning approachstrong focus on social-emotional development
  3. 3
    Shaker Child Enrichment Center
    4.36 score
    4.5(13)

    16224 Chagrin Blvd., Shaker Heights, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Shaker Child Enrichment Center for its caring, professional staff and educational approach. The family-owned center receives high marks for communication, cleanliness, and creating a welcoming environment where children are happy and comfortable. Multiple reviewers highlight the staff's compassion and competence in caring for infants through school-age children.

    Welcoming and caring staffeducational focusexcellent communicationprofessional approach
  4. 4
    Le Chaperon Rouge
    4 score
    4(20)

    3350 Warrensville Center Road, Shaker Heights, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Le Chaperon Rouge (operating as The Nest) in Shaker Heights receives consistently high marks from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and welcoming environment. Parents emphasize their children's enthusiasm for attending and appreciate the facility's cleanliness, activities, and use of a parent communication app. The center is noted for strong leadership and a focus on child development and family engagement.

    kind and caring staffclean facilityexcellent communication via app and newsletterschildren excited to attend
  5. 5
    Shell'S Learning Center
    4 score
    4(9)

    3591 Lee Road, Shaker Heights, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Shell's Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most reviewers praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, cleanliness, and long-standing reputation (30+ years), with parents reporting their children are happy and well-cared for. However, several negative reviews cite poor staff demeanor during tours, lack of individual child activity reports, health concerns, and alleged discipline issues.

    Caring and loving stafffamily-oriented environmentfacilit
  6. 6
    Early Childhood Enrichment Center
    3.88 score
    3.8(8)

    19824 Sussex Rd, Shaker Heights, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 210 children

    Early Childhood Enrichment Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the enriching curriculum, kind staff, facilities, and family involvement. However, negative reviews cite serious concerns about communication failures, unprofessional behavior from staff (particularly in the Sunshine Room), unresponsiveness to parent requests, and lack of proper care and attention.

    Enriched curriculum including Spanishyogasign languagescience; on-site kitchen with meals provided; multiple playgrounds and outdoor facilities; field trips and family events; caring and helpful staff; strong early childhood education

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Shaker Heights

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Shaker Heights, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.29avg rating
12 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Shaker Heights zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
441206
4.58
3
441228
4.45
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shaker Heights (29–210 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shaker Heights based on parent reviews

Cooperative Nursery School At Hgts Christian Church

4.8(20)

17300 Van Aken Boulevard, Shaker Heights, OH

Parents consistently praise Heights Cooperative Nursery School for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teachers who help children develop social skills and a love of learning. The play-based, inclusive approach and strong sense of community are repeatedly highlighted as key strengths. All reviews are 5-star ratings with families expressing high satisfaction and intent to return or recommend.

Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and dedicated teachersplay-based learning approach

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Daycare types in Shaker Heights

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Church Daycare in Shaker Heights, Ohio

There are 1 church daycare in Shaker Heights, Ohio, making up 7% of the 15 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 Shaker Heights have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 56% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 96 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shaker Heights, 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 Shaker Heights

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Cooperative Nursery School At Hgts Christian Church
Church Daycare
4.8

Parents consistently praise Heights Cooperative Nursery School for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teachers who help children develop social skills and a love of learning. The play-based, inclusive approach and strong sense of community are repeatedly highlighted as key strengths. All reviews are 5-star ratings with families expressing high satisfaction and intent to return or recommend.

Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and dedicated teachersplay-based learning approach
Address
17300 Van Aken Boulevard, Shaker Heights, OH
Phone
(216) 302-4711

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Shaker Heights, Ohio, out of 15 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 Shaker Heights have an average Google rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 56% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shaker Heights, 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
Shaker Heights offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Shaker Heights for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shaker Heights 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.