Ranked #1 overall across all 11 quality dimensions among every licensed childcare center in Middletown. This is the highest recognition we award in the city.
Top 100 in Ohio
Among the top 100 childcare centers statewide — a distinction earned by fewer than 1% of licensed centers across Ohio.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Middletown. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Teachers
Earned the highest teacher quality score in Middletown. 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 Middletown. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Middletown. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
Full Ranking Detail
childcare
Middletown Christian Early Learning Center at 3015 N. Union Road serves infants through school age as part of the Middletown Christian Schools ministry, affiliated with Grace Baptist Church since 1972. As a SUTQ Gold-rated program, it ranks among Ohio's highest-quality providers, grounding its developmentally appropriate curriculum in biblical principles while emphasizing relationship-building and academic preparation. The center offers comprehensive services including before- and after-school care for older children, summer programs, and chapel events, supported by full licensing from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Its faith-integrated approach and strong community ties make it well-established, though families preferring secular settings may wish to explore alternative options.
Safety7.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management8.0
Culture8.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Faith-based approach grounded in biblical principles, affiliated with Grace Baptist Church and part of Middletown Christian Schools. Curriculum is described as developmentally appropriate and presented in interactive ways emphasizing relationship-building and a calming classroom environment.
Programs & activities: Childcare (6 weeks-5 years), preschool (ages 2-5), kindergarten preparation (ages 4-5), before/after school care (grades K-5), summer care (grades K-5), and chapel events.
What sets it apart: Fully licensed by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Serves ages 6 weeks through 5th grade; located at 3015 North Union Road, Franklin, Ohio 45005; emphasizes partnership with families supporting church and home.
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