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1,006 Before or After School Daycare in Ohio

Browse 1,006 before or after school daycare across Ohio. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Ohio

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Ohio can make the decision-making process smoother.

Ohio has about 5,417 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Ohio. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Ohio

There are 5,417 daycares in Ohio: 274 headstart facilities, 1,006 before/after school centers, 394 religious facility daycares, and 3,743 childcare and preschool centers.

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Kids Learning Place St Marys
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Kids Learning Place St Marys receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising friendly teachers, engaging learning activities, developmental progress, and frequent communication through their mobile app. However, one parent raised serious safety concerns about a child leaving the premises unsupervised during summer.

Friendly and professional teachersquality learning activitiesdevelopmental progress
Address
1659 Celina Road, St Marys, OH
Phone
(419) 216-2883
Lakota Family Ymca At Heritage
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Lakota Family YMCA at Heritage is highly praised for its clean, well-equipped facilities and exceptionally welcoming staff. Parents consistently highlight the quality child watch services, friendly atmosphere, diverse programs, and strong sense of community. The facility offers excellent value with its combination of gym equipment, pools, classes, and family activities.

Clean and newly remodeled facilityhigh-quality and abundant equipmentfriendly and welcoming st
Address
5052 Hamilton Mason Rd, Hamilton, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Summit County Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
930 W Nimisila Rd, New Franklin, OH
Phone
(330) 945-5600
Hilliard City School District Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
2874 Alton Darby Creek Rd, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 921-5050
Ymca Warrensville Learning And Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Warrensville Learning and Enrichment Center for its friendly, professional staff and clean facilities. The facility offers diverse programs including youth sports, swimming, fitness classes, and summer camps, with multiple reviewers highlighting skilled coaches and positive learning environments.

Friendly and professional staffclean facilitiesskilled coaches with extensive experience
Address
23401 Emery Road, Warrensville Heights, OH
Phone
(216) 313-0136
Ymca North Royalton Learning And Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

The YMCA North Royalton Learning and Enrichment Center receives consistently positive feedback from members, with praise for its modern, clean facilities and friendly staff. The center offers diverse programming including fitness classes, swimming lessons, youth sports, and child care services. Members appreciate the well-maintained equipment, convenient scheduling options, and welcoming atmosphere.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffmodern equipment in good condition
Address
14709 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH
Phone
(216) 390-9538
East End Community Services Miracle Makers
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

East End Community Services Miracle Makers is highly praised for its community support and helpful staff. Parents appreciate the variety of services offered including food pantry assistance, GED programs, and resources for families in need. The organization is recognized for its genuine care and positive impact on the youth and broader community.

Friendly and caring staffmultiple community services and resourcesfood pantry programs
Address
407 Ambrose Court, Dayton, OH
Phone
(937) 610-6967
Lakota Family Ymca At Creekside
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise the Lakota Family YMCA for its clean, well-equipped facilities and exceptionally friendly, caring staff. The Child Watch area receives particular recognition for quality care, and members highlight the strong sense of community and family atmosphere. Overall, parents express high satisfaction with the facility's value, programs, and welcoming environment.

Clean and newly remodeled facilitieshigh-quality and abundant equipmentfriendly a
Address
5070 Tylersville Road, West Chester, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Ymca Arthur Learning And Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
33425 Arthur Road, Solon, OH
Phone
(216) 313-0143
Corryville Day Camp
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Reviews praise the facility as a clean, well-equipped fitness center with friendly and professional staff. Parents appreciate the exceptional value for the affordable membership price and convenient parking. The facility is noted as a great place for workouts and community activities like pickleball.

Clean facilitywell-maintained equipmentaffordable pricing
Address
2823 Eden Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 221-0888
Eldon Ward Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Note: Reviews appear to be for the YMCA facility overall rather than the school-based daycare program specifically. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness equipment, and classes. The facility is described as fostering a sense of community and safety.

Friendly and helpful staffClean facilitiesWelcoming and non-judgmental environment
Address
130 Woodland Avenue, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 252-3166
Lakota Family Ymca At Adena
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

The Lakota Family YMCA at Adena receives consistently high praise from members for its clean, well-equipped facilities and exceptionally welcoming staff. Parents particularly highlight the excellent Child Watch program, friendly atmosphere, and strong sense of community. Members appreciate the variety of classes, programs, and amenities including pools and fitness equipment at an affordable price.

Clean and newly remodeled facilitieshigh-quality and abundant equipm
Address
9316 Minuteman Way, West Chester, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Lakota Family Ymca At Independence
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents praise the Lakota Family YMCA as a clean, well-equipped facility with exceptional staff who create a welcoming family atmosphere. Members consistently highlight the quality childcare services, diverse fitness programs, and strong sense of community. The facility offers excellent value with amenities including pools, fitness classes, and organized family events.

Clean and newly remodeled facilityhigh-quality and ample equipmentfriendly and welcoming staff
Address
7480 Princeton Road, Liberty Townshp, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Lakota Family Ymca At Endeavor
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise the Lakota Family YMCA at Endeavor as a clean, well-equipped facility with exceptional staff and a strong sense of community. Reviews highlight the quality of child watch services, diverse fitness programs, and welcoming atmosphere that makes members feel at home.

Clean and newly remodeled facilityhigh-quality equipmentfriendly and welcoming staff
Address
4400 Smith Road, West Chester, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Lakota Family Ymca At Shawnee
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise the Lakota Family YMCA at Shawnee as a clean, well-equipped facility with exceptionally friendly and caring staff. The Child Watch area receives particular commendation for attentive care of children, and members appreciate the strong community atmosphere, diverse programs, and overall value.

Clean and newly remodeled facilityhigh-quality and ample equipmentfriendly and welcoming staff
Address
9394 Sterling Drive, West Chester, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Louisville Area Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Louisville Area YMCA receives consistently excellent ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, convenient location, and friendly staff. Parents highlight the wide range of amenities, activities, and programs available for children, along with a welcoming community atmosphere.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffconvenient location
Address
1421 S. Nickelplate, Louisville, OH
Phone
(330) 875-1611
Lakota Family Ymca At Wyandot
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

The Lakota Family YMCA is highly praised by members for its clean, well-equipped facility and exceptionally friendly, welcoming staff. Parents particularly value the Child Watch area for childcare while they exercise, and appreciate the family-oriented atmosphere and sense of community. Members consistently highlight the quality of programs, classes, and amenities across all age groups.

Clean and newly remodeled facilitymodern and high-quality equipmentfriendly and welcoming staff
Address
7667 Summerlin Boulevard, Liberty Twp, OH
Phone
(513) 779-3917
Tipp City Enrichment Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

TIPP City Enrichment Program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, attentive supervision, and quality educational programming across preschool and before/after school care. One parent expressed strong dissatisfaction with the program's billing policy for quarantined children, citing charges for services not provided.

Caring and attentive staffgood communication with parentsfun activities and crafts
Address
223 W. Broadway, Tipp City, OH
Phone
(937) 667-8800
Licking County Family Ymca- Stevenson Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents praise the YMCA facility for its friendly and welcoming staff, clean environment, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness equipment, and classes. The facility is described as family-friendly with good childcare services, though it can get crowded during peak times.

Friendly and patient staffclean facilitiesdiverse amenities (pools
Address
152 Cynthia Street, Newark, OH
Phone
(740) 345-9628
Ymca French Creek Learning And Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

These reviews appear to be for a YMCA fitness facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the clean facility, variety of exercise classes, equipment, and friendly atmosphere. The indoor pool and walking track are frequently highlighted as convenient amenities.

Clean facilityvariety of classes and equipmentfriendly staff and participants
Address
2010 Recreation Lane, Avon, OH
Phone
(216) 310-4260
Ymca Garrettsville Learning And Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Reviews praise the YMCA Garrettsville Learning and Enrichment Center for its friendly staff, convenient location, and good value for the cost. However, most reviews focus on gym and recreational facilities rather than daycare services specifically. The facility operates limited hours and features older equipment in a converted school building.

Friendly and helpful staffgood value for membershipquiet gym atmosphere
Address
10207 State Route 88, Garrettsville, OH
Phone
(216) 318-8103
Winton Hills Academy Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Winton Hills Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents and students, with particular praise for dedicated and caring staff who go above and beyond for families. The school is noted for its welcoming environment, quality teachers, and numerous after-school activities. One negative review was submitted without details.

Compassionate and helpful stafffriendly environmentquality teachers
Address
5300 Winneste Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 363-6300
Cleveland School Of Arts Lower Campus
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Cleveland School of Arts Lower Campus receives consistently positive feedback from prospective and current students who are drawn to its arts-focused curriculum and supportive teaching approach. Students appreciate the school's emphasis on creative development and nurturing environment compared to other Cleveland schools. One parent noted occasional issues with a staff member's behavior but overall praised the administration, teachers, and professional front desk staff.

Address
2501 E 61st St, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 361-0708
Winton Woods Primary North
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
73 Junefield Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Phone
(513) 619-2390
Ymca West Park Learning And Enrichment Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise the YMCA West Park Learning and Enrichment Center for its friendly, welcoming staff and quality swim lesson programs. The facility offers affordable programming for all ages with instructors who are described as excellent and supportive. Reviewers appreciate the variety of activities and positive atmosphere despite the facility being smaller than other locations.

friendly and helpful staffquality swim instructionaffordable pricing ($88 for 8 weeks)
Address
15501 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Phone
(216) 941-5410
Preble County Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the Eaton location for its clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and diverse programs for all ages including swim lessons, fitness classes, and community engagement.

Clean and organized facilityfriendly and welcoming staffpatient instructors for swim lessons
Address
450a Washington Jackson Rd, Eaton, OH
Phone
(937) 472-2010
Ashland Family Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise Ashland Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and quality educational programs. The school-based daycare and preschool receive high marks for safety, learning outcomes, and affordable pricing with convenient hours.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffquality gymnastics and preschool programs
Address
207 Miller St, Ashland, OH
Phone
(419) 289-0626
Atrium Family Ymca @ Franklin City Schools
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise the Atrium Family YMCA's friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive amenities including fitness equipment, swimming, and childwatch services. The facility is noted for responsive maintenance and excellent programming across classes, camps, and swim lessons. Parents appreciate having reliable childcare while they utilize the gym's various wellness offerings.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-maintained equipment
Address
150 E. Sixth St, Franklin, OH
Phone
(513) 267-8997
Hilliard Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Note: These reviews are for the Hilliard YMCA facility, not a daycare center. The facility receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (mostly 5-star ratings) for its community-oriented approach, cleanliness, modern equipment, and diverse programming for all ages. Staff are consistently praised as friendly and helpful.

Community-focused environmentwelcoming and kind staffclean facility
Address
4515 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 334-9622
Ymca Of Central Ohio Gahanna Branch
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

This facility appears to be a YMCA gym rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the clean facility, friendly staff, modern equipment, and various amenities including a pool, classes, and childcare services.

Clean facilityfriendly and welcoming staffwell-maintained equipment
Address
555 Ymca Place, Gahanna, OH
Phone
(614) 834-9622

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,006 before or after school daycares across Ohio. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Ohio are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Ohio's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Ohio, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Ohio sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Ohio vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.