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Top 10 daycares in Cincinnati, OH

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Exploring Excellence Learning Center

Exploring Excellence Learning Center

New on TrustedCare
5+ years in business
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Exploring Excellence Learning Center, located in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a dedicated center-based daycare provider that serves children and families in the surrounding areas. The center offers a variety of hands-on learning activities including arts and crafts, sensory-based activities, reading, and school-readiness focused activities. In addition, the facility hosts field trips and holiday celebrations. Before and after school care is available, and meals are provided, ensuring a comprehensive care experience for your child. The center is partnership with Early Head start, Cincinnati Preschool Promise, Child Focus , CPS. We utilize Creative Cur
Safe Haven Learning Center

Safe Haven Learning Center

New on TrustedCare
8+ years in business
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Safe Haven Learning Center, located in Covington, KY, offers quality, affordable in-home childcare for children aged 0-12 years. They provide a diverse range of activities, including social free play, art projects, physical activities, music, dance, and literacy activities, as part of their play-based curriculum for child development. With the option of before and after school care for school-age children, Safe Haven Learning Center is a reliable partner for working parents.
Building Blocks Academy

Building Blocks Academy

New on TrustedCare
4+ years in business
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Building Blocks Academy LLC, located in Highland Heights, Kentucky and servicing surrounding areas, is a dedicated inclusive child care center. Their unique approach caters to individual needs of all children through a sensory-rich environment. They believe in harnessing the power of play experiences to facilitate growth and development. Their commitment to quality child care makes them a trusted choice for parents in the community.
Trice's Home Away From Home

Trice's Home Away From Home

New on TrustedCare
5+ years in business
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Trice's Home Away From Home, located in Cincinnati, Ohio, and also serving the surrounding areas, is a licensed family home childcare program. They pride themselves on offering both a curriculum and play-based learning environment. They provide exceptional care and educational experiences for children, fostering their growth and development. For inquiries about prices and availability, don't hesitate to contact the professional and dedicated team at Trice's Home Away From Home.
Champion Learning Center

Champion Learning Center

New on TrustedCare
13+ years in business
Serves Cincinnati, OH
At Champion Learning Center, we prioritize your child's growth and development through a nurturing daycare experience. Located in Cincinnati, OH, our expert team of 25 dedicated educators is committed to fostering a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive. As a proud Early Head Start partner, we focus on building strong social and educational foundations, encouraging children to learn, collaborate, and explore joyfully. At Champion Learning Center, we inspire a love of learning that lasts a lifetime, providing your child with the tools they need to succeed in a supportive community.
Little Treehouse Learning Center

Little Treehouse Learning Center

New on TrustedCare
10+ years in business
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Little Treehouse Learning Center, located in Covington, Kentucky, offers high-quality daycare and preschool services. They aim to promote school readiness and lifelong learning through their diverse curriculum. Their programs cater to infants through school-aged children, providing hands-on learning opportunities. Activities range from fine and gross motor skills development to sensory play, arts and crafts, math, reading, and outdoor play.
Learning Grove - River Center

Learning Grove - River Center

New on TrustedCare
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Learning Grove – River Center is a licensed early childhood education center located in Covington, Kentucky, serving children from six weeks through preschool age. Open Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, the center offers a nurturing, play-based environment that supports developmental growth and school readiness. Led by Center Director Julie Rodriguez, the program operates year-round (excluding major holidays) and participates in Kentucky’s subsidized child care program with a 5-Star STARS rating for quality.
Loving Kindness Education & Learning Center

Loving Kindness Education & Learning Center

New on TrustedCare
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Loving Kindness Education & Learning Center (LKELC), located in Cincinnati, Ohio, is dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for children from 12 weeks to 12 years old. LKELC is a licensed home daycare with a mission to offer a safe, healthy, play-based learning experience to support children's optimal development. As a proud Black-owned and women-owned business, they are committed to serving their community with unwavering dedication and love for early childhood education.
Daddy's Daycare Child Development Center

Daddy's Daycare Child Development Center

New on TrustedCare
Serves Cincinnati, OH
Daddy's Daycare Child Development Center, LLC, founded in 2010, is a dedicated childcare provider in Cincinnati, Ohio, and its surrounding areas. They offer superior services for infants to school-age children in a welcoming environment. With a capacity for 57 children, the center operates Mondays through Fridays, focusing on age-appropriate activities to enhance children's education. As a licensed provider, Daddy's Daycare ensures the best care and educational experiences for your child.
EcoBaby Daycare

EcoBaby Daycare

New on TrustedCare
Serves Cincinnati, OH
EcoBaby Daycare, located in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a leading childcare provider in the surrounding areas. The company is dedicated to offering a safe and nurturing environment for children, fostering growth through eco-friendly practices. With a focus on sustainability, EcoBaby Daycare is more than just a daycare - it's a place where children learn to respect and care for their world from a young age. Welcome to a daycare that cares about tomorrow as much as today.

Your Daycare questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on TrustedCare.

How much does daycare cost?

Daycare costs depend on the child’s age group, the type of daycare, and where you live. Infant daycare is typically the most expensive, ranging from $650 to $1,500 per month. Infant daycare requires higher ratios of caregivers to children, which increases costs. Babies require more individualized attention, including diaper changes, feedings, and naps. As the child ages and becomes more independent, this ratio decreases along with daycare costs.

Traditional daycare centers tend to charge higher rates than home-based family daycare centers or co-ops. However, they usually have lower child-to-caregiver ratios, offer a wider range of amenities and activities, and have stricter qualifications for staff. Church-based, YMCA, or other non-profit child care centers offer lower rates, while home-based daycare is typically the cheapest option due to the low overhead costs.

In urban areas with a higher cost of living, daycare costs tend to be higher to cover the cost of higher rent and teacher salaries. Suburban and rural daycare centers have lower overhead costs, which often translates to more affordable daycare.

Is daycare tax deductible?

No, you cannot directly deduct daycare expenses on your federal tax return. However, if you qualify, there's a tax credit designed to assist with daycare costs, known as the Child and Dependent Care Credit.

The Child and Dependent Care Credit enables you to claim a percentage of your eligible childcare expenses. It ranges from 20% to 35% of allowable expenses, capping at $3,000 for one qualifying child and $6,000 for two or more qualifying children (applicable to the 2023 tax year). Consult a qualified tax professional to confirm if your eligibility.

Can a daycare charge you when they are closed?

Some daycares may charge a reduced fee or no fee at all during certain closures, while others may maintain regular charges. The terms in your daycare contract or agreement should outline whether or not you are charged when they are closed. It's common for daycares to have specific policies regarding fees during closures, such as holidays or other scheduled breaks.

If you're unsure, reach out to the daycare directly to clarify their billing practices during closures.

How do I look up daycare violations?

To look up daycare violations, start by contacting your state’s licensing agency for childcare facilities. You can usually find this information through your state’s Department of Health and Human Services online database.

Another option is to reach out to community resources such as local parenting groups, forums, or social media groups. Other parents may share their experiences or provide information about daycare violations in your area. Finally, consider a visit the daycare center directly and ask for information about any past violations. Daycare centers are often required to make this information accessible to parents.

How do I choose a daycare?

When picking a daycare, trust your instincts and choose a daycare that aligns with your child's needs, your values, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for their development. Follow these additional suggestions to find the best fit for you and your child:

  • Get recommendations from other parents, friends, and pediatricians to start your search.
  • Visit in person to make sure the spaces are clean, safe, and friendly.
  • Ask about caregiver qualifications, such as CPR training, early childhood education background, and experience with children of a similar age.
  • Understand the daycare's approach to early education, discipline, feeding, and soothing methods.
  • Choose a daycare that is licensed and accredited to meet government-set health and safety standards.
  • Check if parents are encouraged to participate in the program and if there are opportunities for parental engagement.
  • Contact current and former clients for feedback on their experiences with the daycare.
  • Consider making unannounced visits to get a true sense of the daycare's daily operations
  • Look for a daycare with a suitable curriculum, flexible schedules, and activities that fit your preferences.
  • Visit the daycare with your child and see how they react to the space, teachers, and other children.
  • Secure a spot on the waiting list as early as possible, especially for sought-after infant programs.

What questions should I ask when evaluating potential daycare centers?

Gather as much information as you can to find the daycare that best fits your family’s needs. Be prepared with a list of questions when visiting daycares, including:

  • Is your daycare licensed and accredited to meet safety standards?
  • Are teachers credentialed and trained in CPR/First Aid?
  • What are the class sizes and student-teacher ratios for each age group?
  • What are the daycare's hours of operation and rates?
  • How does the daycare handle discipline?
  • Will the daycare assist with potty training?
  • How much time do children spend in free-play and outdoors?
  • Are meals and snacks provided by the daycare?
  • How are food allergies handled by the daycare?
  • What enrichment programs and activities are available?

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