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Best Church Daycare in Springfield, OH

Compare 2 church daycare in Springfield. Average rating: 4.11/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Springfield, Ohio at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.11/5
Parent reviews
67
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Springfield has 2 licensed church daycare with 67 parent reviews averaging 4.11/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 45506 (avg 4.9 stars), while 45504 has the largest selection (8 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield

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
    Clark Center
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    1500 W Jefferson St, Springfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Clark Center receives highly polarized reviews with most parents praising the preschool experience and teaching staff. However, a minority of parents report significant communication and customer service issues. The facility appears to excel in educational outcomes and staff friendliness according to the majority of reviewers.

    Educational qualityfriendly and caring staffteachers by name (Miss Dominic noted)welcoming environment
  2. 2
    Smart Start Academy Child Care & Learning Center II
    3.81 score
    3.7(9)

    444 W Harding Rd, Springfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Smart Start Academy receives highly polarized reviews. While some parents praise the caring staff, smooth transitions, and well-maintained facility, multiple other parents report witnessing staff yelling at children, physical handling (grabbing, pushing, dragging), and unprofessional behavior.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong communication about child incidentssmooth transition processwell-maintained facility
  3. 3
    Creative World Of Learning - Springfield
    3.01 score
    2.3(7)

    332 Kensington Place S, Springfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

    Creative World of Learning - Springfield has extremely polarized reviews. One parent praised the center's responsiveness and caring staff, but multiple parents reported serious safety concerns, inadequate supervision, mishandling of medical situations, poor staff conduct, disorganization, and lack of professionalism.

    Responsive management to concernscaring and attentive staffstrong teacher-parent relationshipsexcellent toddler room staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 15 daycares with Google ratings in Springfield

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
3

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 67 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Happy children
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.18avg rating
20 daycares · 11 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.53avg rating
8 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Springfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
455065
4.9
4
455048
4.5
2
455037
3.83
1
455056
3.13
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Springfield (14–191 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Springfield based on parent reviews

Springfield Christian

5(3)

311 W High St, Springfield, OH

One parent describes the church as a wholesome, family-first environment that makes visitors feel welcome, even without prior connections. Another reviewer notes that the sermons are consistently blessed and uplifting.

welcoming atmospherewholesome family environmentuplifting sermons

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Daycare types in Springfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 20Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 8

Browse by type in Springfield

🎨 Preschools 3✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Church Daycare in Springfield, Ohio

There are 2 church daycare in Springfield, Ohio, making up 7% of the 30 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 Springfield have an average rating of 4.11 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 67 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Springfield, 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 Springfield

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Springfield Christian
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes the church as a wholesome, family-first environment that makes visitors feel welcome, even without prior connections. Another reviewer notes that the sermons are consistently blessed and uplifting.

welcoming atmospherewholesome family environmentuplifting sermons
Address
311 W High St, Springfield, OH
Phone
(937) 325-3113
Christ Chapel Kiddie Kare
Church Daycare
Address
2404 Troy Rd, Springfield, OH
Phone
(937) 390-1414

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 church daycare daycares in Springfield, Ohio, out of 30 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 Springfield have an average Google rating of 4.11 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities. About 53% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Springfield, 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
Springfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Springfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Springfield 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.