Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Lorain. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Lorain. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Lorain. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Lorain. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
childcare
Roman Avery Preschool is a Montessori-focused center at 5046 Broadway Ave in Lorain, OH, serving toddlers through pre-K (ages 18 months to 5 years). Ranked the #1 Lorain Montessori preschool for 2024 and boasting a 95%+ quality score on evaluation platforms, the center employs a child-led, individualized approach with a stages-based curriculum emphasizing curiosity, confidence, and independence. Offering summer camps and accepting publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers, it provides accessible, developmentally focused learning for subsidy-eligible families. The center operates Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, though detailed accreditation, tuition, and ratios are not publicly available.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Uses a stages-based learning model (seven stages, Spark through Launch) rather than traditional grades, emphasizing curiosity, confidence, and independence. The Spark preschool stage is play-based and developmentally focused, with learning through play, discovery, and early experiences.
Programs & activities: Spark preschool program for ages 18 months to 5 years, summer camps (2026 enrollment), virtual tours, and a fine arts showcase/student experiences.
What sets it apart: Located at 5046 Broadway Ave., Lorain, OH 44052; operating hours Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. Recently rebranded from Wittle Town Preschool; serves ages toddler through Grade 12 and is enrolling for the 2026/2027 school year. No tuition, ratios, meals, or accreditations stated.
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Best Curriculum
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Best K-Ready
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