Avon, OH · Lorain · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Avon, Ohio

We analyzed all 10 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Avon, scoring each across 11 real dimensions from parent reviews and public records. No marketing copy — just what real families reported. We scored each Ohio-licensed childcare center across 11 real dimensions — safety, curriculum, arts & music, infant care, kindergarten readiness and more. Scores drawn from major public review platforms and parent communities — not center marketing.

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Goddard School
2555 Hale St, Avon, OH 44011
★ 4.8 (24 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
7.7/ 10
Safety
9
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
5
K-ready
8
Teachers
9
Compassion
9
Mgmt
8
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Google 4.8/5 (24 reviews) — owner and teachers consistently praised for kindness, patience, and professionalism
  • Facility described as extremely clean with a safe, family-like environment
  • Supplemental enrichment classes including yoga and Spanish offered beyond standard curriculum
  • Daily photo updates via app keep parents closely connected to their child's day

Considerations

    2
    Avon Montessori Academy
    37701 Colorado Avenue Ste A-D, Avon, OH 44011
    Montessori · Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: NR
    7.2/ 10
    Safety
    7
    Curriculum
    8
    Art/Music
    7
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    8
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    8
    Mgmt
    7
    Culture
    8
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • 3.7/5 on GreatSchools (6 reviews) and 100% Facebook recommendation rate (6 reviews)
    • AMS-affiliated authentic Montessori program serving ages 18 months through 6th grade
    • Low 9:1 student-teacher ratio — strong individualized attention
    • Parents praise educators as passionate, child-following teachers who see each child's unique traits
    • Rich indoor and outdoor classroom environments with hands-on learning opportunities

    Considerations

      3
      Acorn Childcare Center
      37800 French Creek Rd, Avon, OH 44011
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      6.7/ 10
      Safety
      7
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      5
      Teachers
      7
      Compassion
      8
      Mgmt
      7
      Culture
      8
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • 98% recommendation rate from 16 Facebook reviews — among the highest parent approval seen in the area
      • Founded in 1985 — over 40 years serving Avon families
      • Unique intergenerational model: childcare located on Avon Oaks assisted living campus with planned resident interactions
      • Special guests and community engagement built into curriculum
      • Meals provided daily; open 5:30am–6pm

      Considerations

        4
        Laura'S Learning Treehouse Inc
        37190 Colorado Rd, Avon, OH 44011
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: NR
        6.5/ 10
        Safety
        6
        Curriculum
        7
        Art/Music
        5
        Infant care
        5
        K-ready
        7
        Teachers
        7
        Compassion
        8
        Mgmt
        6
        Culture
        8
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • Founded in 1987 — nearly 40 years serving Avon families, now educating second-generation students
        • Staffed by licensed elementary teachers — professional credentials above typical daycare
        • Curriculum aligned with Ohio DOE Common Core Standards for social, emotional, and cognitive development
        • Families describe it as a place where 'families are friends for life' — strong community culture

        Considerations

          5
          Primrose School Of Avon
          1115 Nagel Road, Avon, OH 44011
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          6.4/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          8
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          8
          Teachers
          8
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          7
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: NR — recognized quality program
          • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers
          • Curriculum described by parents as "more like school than daycare" — strong academic foundation
          • Numerous family events build community among enrolled families
          • Primrose national brand known for structured, school-readiness-focused curriculum

          Considerations

            6
            Young Explorers Avon
            36692 American Way, Avon, OH 44011
            Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: NR
            6.4/ 10
            Safety
            6
            Curriculum
            7
            Art/Music
            5
            Infant care
            6
            K-ready
            7
            Teachers
            7
            Compassion
            7
            Mgmt
            6
            Culture
            7
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • Montessori-based academic curriculum exceeding Ohio DOE standards
            • Dedicated spaces include tutoring room, music room, and indoor gym
            • Parent reviews praise child development and peace of mind
            • Large center licensed for 168 children — infants through Pre-K
            • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

            Considerations

              7
              Childtime Learning Center
              941 Center Road, Avon, OH 44011
              ★ 4.5 (57 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: Gold
              6.3/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              8
              Art/Music
              5
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              8
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              8
              Culture
              6
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Gold — recognized quality program
              • Gold SUTQ certification reflects strong curriculum and teacher quality standards
              • Part of Learning Care Group national network with structured educational programming

              Considerations

                8
                The Nest Schools Avon
                1504 Travelers Pt, Avon, OH 44011
                Licensed Child Care Center
                SUTQ: Bronze
                6.3/ 10
                Safety
                5
                Curriculum
                7
                Art/Music
                5
                Infant care
                5
                K-ready
                6
                Teachers
                8
                Compassion
                8
                Mgmt
                7
                Culture
                6
                Class sizes
                0
                Extracurriculars
                6

                Strengths

                • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
                • Part of The Nest Schools national network known for warm, nurturing environments
                • Staff praised for keeping parents up-to-date and going above and beyond for children
                • Facility described as clean and welcoming by families across Nest Schools locations

                Considerations

                  9
                  Faith Lutheran Preschool - Avon
                  2265 Garden Drive, Avon, OH 44011
                  Licensed Child Care Center
                  SUTQ: NR
                  5.9/ 10
                  Safety
                  5
                  Curriculum
                  6
                  Art/Music
                  5
                  Infant care
                  5
                  K-ready
                  7
                  Teachers
                  6
                  Compassion
                  7
                  Mgmt
                  5
                  Culture
                  7
                  Class sizes
                  0
                  Extracurriculars
                  6

                  Strengths

                  • Christian faith-based preschool with kindergarten readiness focus — established in 1976
                  • Caring, nurturing environment in established church-based setting

                  Considerations

                    10
                    Kindercare Of Avon
                    35680 Detroit Rd, Avon, OH 44011
                    ★ 4.7 (35 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: Bronze
                    5.9/ 10
                    Safety
                    5
                    Curriculum
                    7
                    Art/Music
                    5
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    7
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    6
                    Culture
                    6
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
                    • Part of KinderCare national network with standardized curriculum and safety protocols
                    • Nationally recognized childcare brand with consistent quality standards across locations

                    Considerations

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