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

Finding the right childcare
in Solon, Ohio

Solon is a suburb of Cleveland known throughout Ohio for its exceptional school system, which has held the #1 education ranking from Cleveland Magazine for 16 consecutive years and boasts multiple nationally recognized schools. The city developed a strong reputation as an industrial center beginning in the mid-20th century when voters passed strict zoning regulations in 1947 and transformed over 900 acres into a manufacturing district that now hosts more than 250 businesses. Today, Solon balances its legacy as a manufacturing hub with its identity as one of Ohio's most sought-after residential communities, with schools where nearly all students graduate and advance to college. We analyzed all 10 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Solon, 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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1,000+Reviews analyzed
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E & E Angel'S Child Care Center
6100 Enterprise Pkwy, Solon, OH 44139
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
6.6/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Ohio SUTQ Gold — highest state quality rating
  • Faith-based childcare serving children from 3 weeks to 13 years
  • Extended hours including overnight care available
  • Accepts PFCC vouchers for income-eligible families

Considerations

  • One complaint about payment issues noted online — unable to verify independently
  • No positive parent reviews found on major platforms
2
Kindercare Learning Center #1494
6140 Kruse Drive, Solon, OH 44139
★ 4.8 (21 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
6.4/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
6
Teachers
8
Compassion
6
Mgmt
8
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 4.8-star Google rating across 21 reviews
  • Director and assistant director praised for keeping staff aligned
  • Developmentally appropriate lesson plans noted by parents
  • Staff and management feel like extended family per reviewers

Considerations

    3
    Higher Achievement Center Inc.
    33725 Station St, Solon, OH 44139
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Silver
    6.2/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    7
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    7
    Compassion
    7
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    7

    Strengths

    • Ohio SUTQ Silver — recognized quality program
    • Child-centered approach covering cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
    • Free meals and tutoring provided
    • Accepts PFCC vouchers for income-eligible families

    Considerations

      4
      Primrose School Of Solon
      32995 Solon Road, Solon, OH 44139
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      6.2/ 10
      Safety
      5
      Curriculum
      8
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      5
      K-ready
      8
      Teachers
      7
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Balanced Learning curriculum with strong parent-reported outcomes
      • Convenient hours and welcoming, accommodating staff per parents
      • Parents report extremely positive experience with teaching quality
      • Ohio-licensed Primrose franchise in Solon

      Considerations

        5
        Solon Creative Playrooms
        32800 Solon Road, Solon, OH 44139
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Gold
        6.2/ 10
        Safety
        5
        Curriculum
        7
        Art/Music
        5
        Infant care
        5
        K-ready
        6
        Teachers
        8
        Compassion
        6
        Mgmt
        8
        Culture
        6
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • Montessori-inspired child care with individualized learning approach
        • Balances individual, small group, and large group activities
        • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: NR
        • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers

        Considerations

          6
          Pioneer Preschool
          35100 Solon Rd, Solon, OH 44139
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          5.9/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          7
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          7
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Christian preschool supporting spiritual, social, emotional and cognitive growth
          • Licensed for up to 96 children
          • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: NR
          • Faith-based preparation for kindergarten

          Considerations

            7
            Play And Prep Preschool
            5540 Som Center Road, Solon, OH 44139
            Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: NR
            5.8/ 10
            Safety
            5
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            6
            Infant care
            5
            K-ready
            6
            Teachers
            7
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            5
            Culture
            6
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • Non-profit preschool operated by Solon United Methodist Church, serving ages 2–5 since 2012
            • Yelp reviewer praises attentive teachers who are aware of each child's developmental level
            • Includes music, science, and creative movement specials
            • Financial assistance available for qualifying families

            Considerations

            • Very limited public reviews — unable to broadly verify parent experience
            8
            Solon Jewish Preschool
            5570 Harper, Solon, OH 44139
            Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: NR
            5.8/ 10
            Safety
            5
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            5
            Infant care
            5
            K-ready
            5
            Teachers
            6
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            6
            Culture
            8
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • Jewish cultural preschool with emphasis on Jewish values and traditions
            • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: NR
            • Serving Solon Jewish community
            • Early childhood enrichment programs

            Considerations

              9
              The Nest Schools Solon
              6010 Kruse Dr, Solon, OH 44139
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: Bronze
              5.7/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              5
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              7
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              5
              Culture
              6
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Parents report children love going to school every day
              • Teachers described as caring, attentive and professional
              • Children age 6 weeks to 12 years served
              • Ohio-licensed childcare and preschool

              Considerations

              • Mixed reviews - some complaints about billing and staff attitudes
              • One parent reported safety concern about unauthorized pickup
              10
              Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Preschool
              7196 Som Center Rd, Solon, OH 44139
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: NR
              5.6/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              5
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              5
              Culture
              6
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Christian faith-based preschool serving Solon since 1975
              • Partners with parents to support academic, physical, and spiritual development
              • Small enrollment (34 students) for personal attention

              Considerations

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