How do I choose the right daycare in Lima?

When choosing a daycare in Lima, 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 Lima?

Lima offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities Headstart Programs — 6 facilities Church Daycare — 5 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Lima, Ohio (6 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 Lima for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lima

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.

The Kids Depot

4.75 score

5(15)

136 E 4th Street, Lima, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

The Kids Depot in Lima, Ohio receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility as a family-like environment with attentive, loving staff and strong developmental outcomes. Parents highlight the owner Ms. Kim and her team as professional, responsive to concerns, and effective with children of varying needs including special needs support. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate readiness for pre-K.

attentive and caring stafffamily-like atmospherestrong developmental outcomespotty training success

The Preschool At Allentown

4.7 score

4.9(18)

4900 Allentown Rd, Lima, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise The Preschool at Allentown for its welcoming atmosphere and quality care. The facility is affiliated with a church community and staff members are frequently commended for their dedication to children. Parents report high satisfaction with the preschool program and their children's experiences.

welcoming and caring staffamazing program qualitywarm and friendly environmentstaff dedication to children

Zion Lutheran Childcare

4.58 score

5(7)

1300 Edgewood Drive, Lima, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 190 children

Zion Lutheran Childcare receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, welcoming staff and strong kindergarten preparation programs. The facility is noted for fostering a loving environment where children feel secure and supported.

Caring and kind staffkindergarten preparationpotty training supportwelcoming atmosphere

St Rose

4.48 score

4.6(20)

523 N West St, Lima, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

NOTE: St. Rose is listed as a daycare but reviews are for St. Rose Catholic Church, not a childcare facility. Reviews praise the church's beautiful architecture, traditional liturgical style, welcoming priest (Father Ross), and friendly community atmosphere.

Beautiful church buildingtraditional Catholic mass without liturgical abusesair conditioningbright interior

Bradfield Community Center-After School

4.48 score

4.6(20)

550 S Collett Street, Lima, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 36 children

Bradfield Community Center is a multi-purpose community facility in Lima, Ohio that hosts various events and services. Parents praise its cleanliness, organization, and affordability. The center is noted for hosting wrestling events, food distribution programs, vaccine clinics, and private events.

Clean facilitylow-cost food and beveragesorganized operationsprofessional staff

Shawnee Weekday Early Learning Center

4.39 score

4.5(17)

2600 Zurmehly Rd, Lima, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children

Shawnee Weekday Early Learning Center in Lima, Ohio consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and quality educational programming. Parents highlight strong communication, smooth transitions to kindergarten, engaging activities including field trips, and a safe, family-oriented environment where children are excited to attend.

Caring and attentive staffstrong parent-child communicationeducational foundation an

Forest Park Preschool

4.34 score

4.5(11)

315 S Collins Avenue, Lima, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Forest Park Preschool receives consistently positive ratings, though most reviews focus on the church's community services rather than daycare-specific experiences. Parents praise the friendly volunteers, fresh food offerings, and the church's produce distribution program. Limited specific feedback about daycare operations is provided in available reviews.

Friendly and caring stafffresh foodgenerous community supportvolunteers

Phillippian Head Start

4.24 score

4.3(20)

190 E. 8th St., Lima, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

These reviews appear to be mismatched to this daycare facility. The reviews describe medical and dental care experiences at a health center, not early childhood education or Head Start services. No actual daycare reviews were provided.

None applicable to daycare services

Learning Castle Child Care Center-West

4.2 score

4.3(10)

1251 North Cole Street, Lima, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Learning Castle Child Care Center-West receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's compassion, family-like treatment, and quality care from infancy through preschool. However, two recent reviews raise serious safety concerns regarding unauthorized pickups and inadequate incident reporting and child supervision.

Caring and compassionate stafffamily-like atmospherepatient with special needs childrenactive teacher engagement

Kingdom Daycare

4.15 score

4.3(5)

1575 E. High St, Lima, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Kingdom Daycare in Lima, Ohio receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of instruction and kindergarten preparation. Parents report significant learning progress, caring teachers, and a clean, secure facility. One parent left a negative review citing personal experience but provided no details.

Excellent teacherseffective learning and skill developmentkindergarten readiness preparationclean and safe facility

Before or After School Daycare in Lima, Ohio

There are 6 before or after school daycare in Lima, Ohio, making up 14% of the 42 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 Lima, 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 6 before or after school daycares in Lima, Ohio, out of 42 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 Lima, 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

Lima offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities
Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
Church Daycare — 5 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Lima for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Lima 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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