Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Medina. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Management
Earned the highest management score in Medina. This dimension reflects director responsiveness, communication, operational consistency, and the overall tone families experience from leadership.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Medina. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
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childcare
Caw/M Creative Kids Head Start Center at 787 W Lafayette Rd in Medina is a federally funded Head Start program serving income-eligible children in the area. The center provides comprehensive family support services alongside early childhood education, helping working families access quality care. As a Head Start provider, it connects families to additional resources and services designed to support child development and school readiness.
Safety5.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion6.0
Management8.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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Top 10 in Medina
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Best Management
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Best Arts & Music
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