Parma, OH · Cuyahoga · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Parma, Ohio

In 1956, Parma was recognized as the fastest-growing city in the United States, experiencing explosive suburban expansion that transformed it from a community of fewer than 29,000 residents in 1950 to over 82,000 a decade later. Today, Parma is home to Ohio's largest Ukrainian community, with the majority of residents being foreign-born and establishing a rich cultural heritage anchored by the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Saint Josaphat. We analyzed all 17 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Parma, 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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Parma Montessori And Child Care
12965 Corporate Drive, Parma, OH 44130
Montessori · Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
6.7/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
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 5-star award — highest state quality rating
  • AMS certified Montessori program, family-owned and operated 40+ years
  • Clean, modern facilities with indoor pool for year-round gross motor development
  • Caring staff with many Child Development Associates certified teachers

Considerations

    2
    Dyvosvit School And Childcare
    3425 Marioncliff Drive, Parma, OH 44134
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Gold
    6.5/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    8
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    8
    Culture
    8
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Ohio Step Up To Quality 5-star award winner since 2021
    • BBB Accredited since December 2024
    • Ukrainian bilingual program unique to the Greater Cleveland area
    • Licensed by Ohio DJFS serving children from Ukrainian-American families

    Considerations

      3
      Holy Family Child Day Care Center
      7367 York Rd, Parma, OH 44130
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      6.4/ 10
      Safety
      7
      Curriculum
      8
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Ohio Step Up To Quality 5-star award center
      • Catholic faith-integrated care with infant through preschool programs
      • Capacity of 70 children with developmentally appropriate curriculum
      • Spiritually grounded program encouraging each child to grow at their own pace

      Considerations

        4
        Charming Hearts Childcare
        5734 Ridge Rd South, Parma, OH 44129
        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

        • SUTQ Gold-rated program
        • Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars from 37 reviews — strong parent satisfaction
        • Recognized as top 1% of American child care businesses (Quality Business Awards 95%+ score)
        • Parents praise staff as super nice and great with questions
        • Open until midnight — flexible hours for non-traditional schedules
        • After school care available

        Considerations

        • Very late hours may indicate less structured daily schedule
        • Quality Business Award is self-reported — verify via Google reviews directly
        5
        Cleveland Children'S Daycare Academy
        5739 Chevrolet Blvd, Parma, OH 44130
        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

        • SUTQ Gold-rated program
        • Degreed teachers in every classroom — above-average credential standard
        • Lower classroom sizes than typical centers
        • Large capacity (108 children) serving infants through school-age
        • Quality rating of 4 from licensing records

        Considerations

        • Employee reviews describe management as grossly incompetent on scheduling and communication
        • Not BBB Accredited
        6
        Parma Preschool Inc
        6050 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129
        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

        • SUTQ Gold-rated program
        • Uses Reggio Emilia Approach — respected whole-child philosophy respecting diverse learning styles
        • Offers Yoga and Music classes — creative enrichment
        • Teachers connect classroom learning to real-life family situations
        • Serves ages 3-5 in Parma

        Considerations

        • Serves ages 3-5 only — no infant or toddler care
        • Some reviews allege teacher favoritism and difficulty raising complaints (staff relationships with principal)
        • One review alleges inappropriate teacher physical contact and yelling — verify current staff and management
        7
        Smart Start Learning Center,Inc.
        7507 York Road, Parma, OH 44130
        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

        • SUTQ Gold-rated (3-Star) program
        • 100% recommend on Facebook from 11 reviews
        • Parents praise excellent staff at all levels including office staff
        • One family used for 4+ years — sustained loyalty signal
        • Serves infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with all meals and snacks included
        • Full-time and part-time flexible scheduling

        Considerations

        • 3-star SUTQ rather than 5-star — mid-level quality tier (verify if upgraded)
        • Review volume is low — 11 Facebook reviews
        8
        St. Bridget'S Early Learning Program
        5620 Hauserman Rd, Parma, OH 44130
        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

        • SUTQ 5-Star (Gold) rated — highest Ohio quality tier
        • Head Start and Early Head Start programs — federally funded comprehensive early education
        • Operated by Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland — established nonprofit
        • Accepts both private pay and daycare vouchers
        • Serves 6 weeks to 5 years old

        Considerations

          9
          University Hospitals Parma Medical Center Child Care
          7300 State Rd, Parma, OH 44134
          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

          • SUTQ 5-Star (Gold) rated — highest Ohio quality tier
          • All lead teachers hold education degrees or related certificates — exceptional credentialing
          • Uses Creative Curriculum — nationally recognized research-based program
          • Part of University Hospitals system — 40+ year track record
          • Parent testimonial: child learned enormously, made friends, and grew as a person
          • Serves 6 weeks to 5 years; open to public (not just hospital employees)
          • Cares for 170 children with strong institutional oversight

          Considerations

          • Hospital-affiliated center may have longer waitlists
          • Limited publicly available parent reviews beyond testimonials
          10
          Creative Playrooms School Age
          12925 Corporate Drive, Parma, OH 44130
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: Silver
          6.0/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          7
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          7
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          7
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • SUTQ 5-Star (Gold) rated facility — highest Ohio quality tier
          • Montessori program for ages 3-6 alongside standard school-age care
          • Staff hold Child Development Associate certifications and school-age endorsements
          • CPR and First Aid certified staff; meals and transportation provided
          • Outdoor play space available

          Considerations

          • SACC/School-age program specifically — not for infants or toddlers
          • Limited parent reviews on online platforms
          11
          Angels Daycare
          5736 Chevrolet Boulevard, Parma, OH 44130
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: Bronze
          5.7/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Parents describe staff as always patient and caring
          • Staff communicates well and accommodates work schedules
          • Located at 5736 Chevrolet Blvd, open 6am-6pm

          Considerations

          • Bronze SUTQ rating — lower quality tier
          • Limited review volume to assess consistency
          12
          En Loving Care Inc
          5245 Pearl Rd, Parma, OH 44129
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: Bronze
          5.7/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • In operation for over 30 years — long established track record in Parma
          • Serves infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in safe and nurturing environment
          • Open 6:15am-6pm; accepts publicly funded child care vouchers

          Considerations

          • Bronze SUTQ rating — lower quality tier
          13
          Let'S Play Together Childcare And Learning Center 2
          5417 Pearl Rd, Parma, OH 44129
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: Bronze
          5.7/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Safe and stimulating environment with compassionate, skilled educators per center description

          Considerations

          • Bronze SUTQ rating — lower quality tier
          14
          Lil Buddies Learning Center
          5511 Broadview Rd, Parma, OH 44134
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: Bronze
          5.7/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • One parent praised warmth and affection from teachers and administrator
          • Small capacity (41 children) allows individualized attention

          Considerations

          • At least one parent reports child still refuses to discuss the school — warrants significant caution
          • Recommend verifying current licensing status and state inspection records before enrollment
          15
          Jireh Learning Center 2
          6144 Broadview Rd, Parma, OH 44134
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          5.6/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          5
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Bilingual learning environment — Spanish/English immersion from early age
          • Incorporates music, arts, outdoor play, and cultural events
          • Healthy Program Award recipient
          • Discounts for Universal Pre-K participants (50% off UPK)
          • Serves 6 weeks to 5 years in Parma

          Considerations

          • NR SUTQ — not yet in Ohio quality rating tier system
          • No public parent reviews specific to Parma location found — unable to verify independently
          16
          Pleasurable Child Care Services
          5611 Pearl Rd, Parma, OH 44129
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          5.6/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          5
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Parents praise owner as warm and friendly — excellent customer service
          • Teaches sign language, Spanish, and supports kindergarten-level reading
          • Reliable school transportation and hot cooked meals provided
          • Open 24/7 for maximum schedule flexibility
          • Serves infants 6 weeks through age 12

          Considerations

          • NR SUTQ — not in Ohio quality rating system
          • Positive reviews primarily from provider-hosted site — limited independent verification
          17
          Providence Academy
          12193 West Pleasant Valley Road, Parma, OH 44130
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          5.5/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          5
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          5
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Classically based Christian preschool curriculum (Pre-K through elementary) — unique academic approach in Parma
          • Small student-teacher ratio (3:1) per private school data — high individual attention
          • Community-driven philosophy emphasizing love, peace, and joy alongside academics

          Considerations

          • NR SUTQ — not in Ohio quality rating system
          • Preschool (ages 3-5) only — no infant, toddler, or school-age care
          • Does not accept publicly funded child care vouchers — private pay only
          • Short operating hours (Mon–Thu 9am–3pm, Fri 9am–11:30am) — not suitable for full-day working families
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