Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Wadsworth. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Teachers
Earned the highest teacher quality score in Wadsworth. This dimension weighs staff tenure, qualifications, warmth reported in parent reviews, and consistency of care across classrooms.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Wadsworth. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best Management
Earned the highest management score in Wadsworth. This dimension reflects director responsiveness, communication, operational consistency, and the overall tone families experience from leadership.
Full Ranking Detail
childcare
Kindercare Learning Center #919 is a NAEYC-accredited, Ohio Step Up To Quality Gold-rated provider serving infants from six weeks through school-age children at 135 Smokerise Dr. in Wadsworth. The center emphasizes building confidence and inspiring a love of learning through exploration and structured group activities in a safe environment. With extended hours (6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday) and acceptance of publicly funded child care vouchers, it provides accessible care options for working families. The center also offers before- and after-school care and school-break enrichment programs for school-age children.
Safety5.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion6.0
Management8.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Emphasizes inspiring a love of learning and building Confidence for Life in a safe, supportive environment. Teachers give children freedom to explore, be themselves, and make friends.
Programs & activities: Full-time and part-time daycare for infants (6 weeks) through school-age (12 years); Learning Adventures enrichment programs; before- and after-school care; and school-break solutions (spring, summer, winter).
What sets it apart: Open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Centers pursue national accreditation through NAEYC, NAC, or NECPA (varies by location) and highlight industry-leading health and safety measures. No tuition, ratios, or meals specified.
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