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Best Before or After School Daycare in Galion, OH

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Galion. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Galion, Ohio at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
50
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Galion has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 50 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Galion

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
    4.58 score
    4.8(13)

    138 N Liberty St, Galion, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Joseph is a religious facility in Galion, Ohio with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring priests (particularly Fr. Paul), and inclusive approach to children's involvement in weekly Thursday morning Mass. Parents describe it as a peaceful, beautiful church that feels like home.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentexceptional priest (Fr. Paul)engaging children's involvement in Massbeautiful facilities
  2. 2
    St Paul Preschool
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    746 Cherry St, Galion, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Reviews appear to be for St. Paul Church rather than its preschool program. Commenters praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly community, and pastoral leadership. The facility is described as beautiful with good community involvement.

    Welcoming environmentfriendly staff and communityPastor Ash's leadershipbeautiful facility
  3. 3
    Galion Community Center Ymca Child Care
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    500 Gill Ave, Galion, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

    Parents consistently praise the Galion Community Center YMCA as a well-maintained facility with top-notch childcare services and extensive amenities. The facility recently underwent major renovations and is recognized as a community hub with friendly, welcoming staff. Reviews highlight the daycare quality, fitness facilities, pool, and variety of programs for all ages.

    Top-notch daycarefriendly and welcoming staffwell-maintained facilityrecently renovated

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Galion

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Galion zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
448336
4.3
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Galion (44–88 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Galion

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Galion, Ohio

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Galion, Ohio, making up 17% of the 6 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 Galion have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 50 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Galion

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Primary Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
478 Portland Way N, Galion, OH
Phone
(419) 468-4010

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Galion, Ohio, out of 6 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 Galion have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Galion, 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
Galion offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Galion for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Galion 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.