Ranked among the top 3 childcare centers in Hudson across all 11 quality dimensions — placing this center in the very top tier of local options.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Hudson. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Hudson. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
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St Mary's Preschool is an established Catholic preschool at 340 N Main St in Hudson, Ohio, serving 3- and 4- to 5-year-old children. Founded in 1988, it is led by Director Linda Sucheski and employs dedicated teachers for each age group, following a curriculum aligned with Ohio Early Learning Standards and Diocese of Cleveland requirements as well as Hudson City Schools kindergarten expectations. The center operates on the school-year calendar only (mid-September through May), offering part-day programming; families requiring full-day or year-round care should evaluate alternative options, and the center has not received a SUTQ state quality rating or public parent reviews.
Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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Top 3 in Hudson
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Best for Safety
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Best Arts & Music
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