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Best Before or After School Daycare in Norwalk, OH

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Norwalk. Average rating: 4.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Norwalk, Ohio at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.67/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Norwalk has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.67/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 44857 zip code, averaging 4.67 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Norwalk

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
    Prospect Head Start
    4.21 score
    4.3(12)

    92 N. Prospect St, Norwalk, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 16 children

    Prospect Head Start in Norwalk receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the staff for being helpful, kind, and going out of their way to assist families. Parents appreciate both the childcare services and additional community support resources available through the facility.

    Staff kindness and helpfulnesssupportive environment for children's learningcommunity resources and servicesprofessional service quality
  2. 2
    Junior Explorers Child Development Center
    3.85 score
    3.7(5)

    56 Executive Dr, Norwalk, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Junior Explorers is a center-based daycare in Norwalk, Ohio serving infants through school-age children. Most parents praise the caring and loving staff, long-term relationships with families, and variety of activities and outdoor play. One parent reported unprofessional phone service from staff.

    Caring and loving stafflong-term enrollmentactivities and craftsindoor and outdoor play areas

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Norwalk

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.67avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

4.65avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Norwalk zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
448579
4.67
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Norwalk (16–79 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Norwalk

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Norwalk, Ohio

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Norwalk, Ohio, making up 11% of the 9 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 Norwalk have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.67 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Norwalk, 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 Norwalk

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Maplehurst Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
195 Saint Marys St, Norwalk, OH
Phone
(419) 668-6035

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Norwalk, Ohio, out of 9 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 Norwalk have an average Google rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Norwalk, 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
Norwalk offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Norwalk for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Norwalk 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.