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Best Before or After School Daycare in Powell, OH

Compare 12 before or after school daycare in Powell. Average rating: 4.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Powell, Ohio at a glance

Programs
12
Avg rating
4.83/5
Parent reviews
413
Top rated (4.5+)
19

Powell has 12 licensed before or after school daycare with 413 parent reviews averaging 4.83/5.19 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 95% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 43065 zip code, averaging 4.83 stars across 39 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Powell

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
    The Oxford School
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    6055 Glick Rd, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children

    The Nest School receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong kindergarten preparation, and nurturing, family-like environment that supports children's academic and social-emotional development.

    Caring and dedicated teachers with low turnoverexcellent kindergarten readiness preparationstrong social-emotional skill developmentsafe and supportive environment
  2. 2
    Tutor Time Child Care Learning Centers
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    3731 Discovery Lane, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Tutor Time Powell consistently receives 5-star reviews with parents praising the dedicated, long-tenured staff, strong curriculum, and family-like environment. Parents report their children are well-prepared academically and emotionally for kindergarten, and appreciate the clear communication and cleanliness of the facility. Multiple families have used the center for extended periods (7-15 years) and recommend it highly.

    Caring and passionate staffstrong educational curriculumsafe and nurturing environmentexcellent preparation for kindergarten
  3. 3
    Primrose School Of Lewis Center
    4.7 score
    4.9(17)

    8273 Owenfield Dr, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Lewis Center for its caring, loving staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple families switched from other daycares and report this was one of their best decisions. The center is noted for its low staff turnover, engaging curriculum, and thoughtful family amenities.

    Caring and loving teachersnurturing environmentengaging activities and curriculumlow staff turnover
  4. 4
    Sunny Day Academy
    4.66 score
    4.9(14)

    3561 Home Rd., Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunny Day Academy Powell for its caring, well-trained staff and state-of-the-art facility. Children show strong academic and social development, and parents appreciate the structured yet play-based curriculum and excellent communication. Multiple families report their children eagerly attend school and have progressed significantly during their enrollment.

    Caring and engaged staffstate-of-the-art facility with iPadsstructured curriculum with free playeducational field trips
  5. 5
    Smoky Row Children'S Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    8615 Smoky Row Road, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 224 children

    Smoky Row Children's Center in Powell, Ohio receives unanimous 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the center's play-based curriculum, experienced teaching staff with exceptional retention rates, and nurturing family atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially, with strong teacher-parent communication throughout the day.

    Play-baseddevelopmentally appropriate curriculumexperienced teachers with 10+ year tenurehigh staff retention
  6. 6
    Grace Y-Club
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    7600 Liberty Rd, Powell, OH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 66 children

    Grace Powell Church's school-based childcare program receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the safe, well-organized environment with caring staff. The reviews emphasize the church's strong faith-based teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and quality programming for children.

    Safe and well-organized childcareloving and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereBible-based teachings
  7. 7
    The Goddard School - Lewis Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    8542 Owenfield Dr., Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

    The Goddard School Lewis Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong academics, engaging enrichment activities, and a nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

    Low staff turnoverexperienced and caring teachersstrong curriculumparent communication
  8. 8
    Village Academy
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    284 S Liberty St, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided appear to be for Faith For Life Church rather than Village Academy daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center
  9. 9
    Meadows Academy
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    7560 Sawmill Parkway, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Meadows Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the well-rounded, educational curriculum and character development focus. Parents highlight the welcoming, professional staff and owner flexibility, along with the clean, engaging facility and small class sizes that prepare children for elementary school.

    Quality curriculumcharacter development focussmall class sizesknowledgeable and welcoming teachers
  10. 10
    The Compass School
    4.53 score
    4.7(16)

    3989 N Hampton Drive, Powell, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 170 children

    The Compass School (now The Gardner School) in Powell receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff with strong tenure, smooth transitions, transparent communication via the Brightwheel app, and genuine investment in child development and family engagement. Multiple parents note this as one of the best daycare experiences they've had.

    Dedicated and highly educated teachersstrong staff retention and longevitysmooth transitionstransparent communication via Brightwheel app

Rating Distribution

Based on 20 daycares with Google ratings in Powell

4.5 - 5.0
19
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 413 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Caring and attentive staff
3
2Low staff turnover
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.82avg rating
24 daycares · 15 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.73avg rating
12 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Powell zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4306539
4.83
19

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Powell (26–224 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

5

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Powell based on parent reviews

Grace Y-Club

4.8(20)

7600 Liberty Rd, Powell, OH

Grace Powell Church's school-based childcare program receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the safe, well-organized environment with caring staff. The reviews emphasize the church's strong faith-based teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and quality programming for children.

Safe and well-organized childcareloving and caring staffwelcoming atmosphere

Sutter Park Elementary School

5(3)

1850 Sutter Pkwy, Powell, OH

A few parents describe the staff as incredible and awesome, noting significant progress in their children's learning. Reviewers appreciate that children enjoy school and come home excited to share their daily experiences.

incredible staffawesome teacherssignificant child progress

Liberty Township/Powell Ymca

4.4(20)

7798 North Liberty Road, Powell, OH

Liberty Township/Powell YMCA receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.4/5 rating. Parents praise the friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, diverse facilities including pool, gym, fitness classes, and affordable pricing. The facility is well-maintained and offers programs for all ages.

Excellent customer service and welcoming staffAffordable membership ($75/month)Multiple facilities (pool

Map

Daycare types in Powell

Child Daycare & Preschools 24Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 12

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Before or After School Daycare in Powell, Ohio

There are 12 before or after school daycare in Powell, Ohio, making up 31% of the 39 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 Powell have an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 20 rated facilities, with 95% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 413 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Powell, 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 Powell

Showing 12 results

Sutter Park Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
5

A few parents describe the staff as incredible and awesome, noting significant progress in their children's learning. Reviewers appreciate that children enjoy school and come home excited to share their daily experiences.

incredible staffawesome teacherssignificant child progress
Address
1850 Sutter Pkwy, Powell, OH
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Grace Y-Club
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Grace Powell Church's school-based childcare program receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the safe, well-organized environment with caring staff. The reviews emphasize the church's strong faith-based teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and quality programming for children.

Safe and well-organized childcareloving and caring staffwelcoming atmosphere
Address
7600 Liberty Rd, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 839-9622
Liberty Township/Powell Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Liberty Township/Powell YMCA receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.4/5 rating. Parents praise the friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, diverse facilities including pool, gym, fitness classes, and affordable pricing. The facility is well-maintained and offers programs for all ages.

Excellent customer service and welcoming staffAffordable membership ($75/month)Multiple facilities (pool
Address
7798 North Liberty Road, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 839-9622
Indian Springs Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3828 Home Rd, Powell, OH
Phone
(740) 657-4850
Liberty Tree Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6877 Sawmill Parkway, Powell, OH
Phone
(740) 657-5600
Scioto Ridge Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8715 Big Bear Ave, Powell, OH
Phone
(740) 657-4800
Tyler Run Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
580 Salisbury Dr, Powell, OH
Phone
(740) 657-4900
Albert Chapman Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8450 Sawmill Rd, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 761-5864
Care After School - Liberty
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8081 Saddle Run Road, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 761-9166
Dublin Latchkey - Albert Chapman
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8450 Sawmill Rd, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 793-0871
Ymca Scioto Ridge Y-Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8715 Big Bear Avenue, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 839-9622
Wyandot Run Y Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2800 Carriage Ln., Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 839-9622

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Frequently asked questions

There are 12 before or after school daycares in Powell, Ohio, out of 39 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 Powell have an average Google rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 20 rated facilities. About 95% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Powell, 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
Powell offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 12 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 Powell for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Powell 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.