How do I choose the right daycare in Kettering?

When choosing a daycare in Kettering, 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 Kettering?

Kettering offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 7 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Before or After School Daycare in Kettering, Ohio (7 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 Kettering for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kettering

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.

Baby Land

4.8 score

5(20)

1250 Ansel Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Baby Land is a highly praised center-based daycare in Kettering, Ohio with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced owners Kathy and Walt, along with their attentive staff who provide individualized attention in a family-like environment. The facility is particularly noted for accommodating children with special needs and supporting parents with guidance and communication.

Low caregiver-to-child ratioexperienced and educated stafffamily-like atmospherestrong communication with parents

Tender Loving Care

4.67 score

5(10)

759 East Dorothy Lane, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 19 children

Tender Loving Care, owned by Cheretta, receives perfect 5/5 ratings from clients who praise the compassionate, professional care provided. Reviews highlight the owner's expertise, reliability, and dedication to serving clients and their families with genuine care and respect. The business is noted as a minority-owned, faith-based local operation that consistently exceeds expectations.

Compassionate caregivingprofessional and knowledgeable ownerreliable and organizedcheerful and positive demeanor

Christ United Methodist Church Preschool & Child Car

4.64 score

4.8(20)

3440 Shroyer Rd, Kettering, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: 164 children

Christ United Methodist Church Preschool & Child Care in Kettering receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and well-rounded educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the smooth transitions from infant care through preschool, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and welcoming environment. The facility is noted as a long-standing, well-respected program in the Dayton area.

Caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitylarge classroomsoutdoor playground and indoor gym

Discovery House Day Care Center

4.58 score

5(7)

3433 Woodman Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

Discovery House Day Care Center in Kettering, Ohio receives universal praise from parents for its nurturing, educational environment and dedicated staff led by director Kathy. Parents consistently highlight the center's effectiveness in preparing children for kindergarten, supporting behavioral challenges, and fostering children's happiness and social development. However, the facility is permanently closing at the end of 2023.

Caring and passionate director and staff with high retentionsmall class sizesstrong kindergarten preparationpotty training support

Delightful Days Learning Center

4.55 score

4.8(11)

5819 Kentshire Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children

Parents consistently praise Delightful Days Learning Center as an excellent, well-run facility with caring and engaged staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the clean, bright facilities, strong curriculum, low staff turnover, and welcoming environment that makes children happy to attend. The center is a Step Up to Quality 3-Star Award winner and comes highly recommended by families in the area.

caring and engaged stafflow staff turnoverclean and bright facilitiesstrong educational curriculum

Harmony Creek Child Care

4.53 score

4.7(15)

5280 Bigger Rd, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Harmony Creek Child Care in Kettering, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight excellent staff care, structured daily programs, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. The center is Ohio Star rated and participates in quality improvement programs including Preschool Promise and Ohio Healthy Program initiatives.

Caring and kind staffchildren love attendingstrong teacher-child relationshipsstructured daily activities

The Learning Tree Children'S Enrichment Center LLC

4.48 score

4.6(20)

2101 E. Stroop Rd, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The Learning Tree Children's Enrichment Center in Kettering, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring staff, clean facility, educational programs, and strong communication with parents. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and express strong confidence in the center's care.

Caring and patient staffclean well-maintained facilityeducational programming (letterscolors

St Charles Borromeo

4.48 score

4.6(20)

4600 Ackerman Blvd, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

Note: Available reviews appear to be for St. Charles Borromeo Church rather than its daycare center. Reviews praise the church community as welcoming and kind, with one mention of on-site childcare options for infants and a children's program during mass.

Welcoming and kind staffon-site nursery for infantschildren's church program during massbeautiful architecture

Rosewood Tot Lot Preschool

4.4 score

4.5(20)

2655 Olson Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

There appears to be a significant discrepancy: this facility is listed as a daycare/preschool but all reviews describe Rosewood Arts Center, an arts education facility offering classes in pottery, dance, painting, jewelry, theater, and other artistic disciplines for children and adults. Reviews praise the quality instruction, welcoming community atmosphere, and variety of offerings.

Knowledgeable and friendly staffdiverse class offeringswell-maintained facilitywelcoming to all skill levels

Green-Oak Preschool

4.38 score

4.7(6)

1921 Woodman Drive, Kettering, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Green-Oak Preschool in Kettering receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming, caring, and non-judgmental staff. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and quality of care provided. One review raises concerns about unresponsive phone communication and inaccurate food bank information on the website.

Welcoming and non-judgmental environmentcaring stafffriendly atmospherenice people

Before or After School Daycare in Kettering, Ohio

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Kettering, Ohio, making up 26% of the 27 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 Kettering, 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 7 before or after school daycares in Kettering, Ohio, out of 27 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 Kettering, 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

Kettering offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Kettering for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Kettering 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.

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