Bexley, OH · Franklin · Based on public reviews & parent communities

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in Bexley, Ohio

Bexley, a historic first-ring suburb of Columbus founded in 1908, was named after Bexley in London by early resident Colonel Lincoln Kilbourne. Home to Capital University and Trinity Lutheran Seminary, the city is renowned for its tree-lined streets, substantial estate homes, and highly ranked public schools that have made it one of central Ohio's most distinctive residential communities. We analyzed all 5 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Bexley, 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
14,033City population
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1
Green Meadows Schoolhouse
528 North Cassady Ave., Bexley, OH 43209
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
7.0/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Reggio-Emilia and Montessori hybrid curriculum aligned with national standards and local district curriculum
  • All-inclusive: diapers, wipes, toys, books, and handcrafted meals from two in-house chefs
  • Serves infants through school-age with private kindergarten and summer camp options
  • Empowers children to learn in ways best suited to their individual style
  • Founded 2018 — modern, thoughtfully designed facility

Considerations

  • SUTQ: NR — not yet enrolled in state quality rating system
2
Jeffrey Mansion Preschool
165 N Parkview Avenue, Bexley, OH 43209
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
6.8/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
5
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • City of Bexley operated — institutional oversight and accountability
  • Strong 9:1 student-teacher ratio vs. state requirement of 12:1
  • Curriculum follows Ohio Department of Education Preschool Standards
  • Located in historic Jeffrey Mansion with access to 34-acre Jeffrey Park playground
  • Lessons cover math, language, science, and fine arts across all learning styles
  • Licensed and experienced teaching staff

Considerations

  • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
  • Preschool-only (ages 3-5); no infant or toddler care
3
Gan Ephraim Inc.
2767 East Broad Street, Bexley, OH 43209
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
6.5/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
5
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Ohio SUTQ: Bronze
  • Orthodox Jewish preschool integrating Torah, holidays, and Shabbat with core curriculum
  • Parents report children growing significantly and going to school happily each day
  • Rich variety of activities: science, music, art, OT, gross motor, and fine motor
  • Emotionally secure and supportive environment for children, families, and staff
  • Small program (capacity 38) — very personalized attention for ages 2.5-5

Considerations

  • Faith-specific environment — Orthodox Jewish curriculum may not suit all families
  • No independent Google or Yelp star rating found; limited review volume
4
Maryland Elementary
2754 Maryland Ave., Bexley, OH 43209
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
5.6/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
5
Art/Music
6
Infant care
5
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • City of Bexley BACPack program — on-site at Maryland Elementary School
  • PM care from end of school day until 6pm
  • Scheduled activities: art, dramatic play, and large muscle games; educational support included
  • State-licensed program with staff ratio not exceeding 14:1

Considerations

  • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
  • After-school only — not a full-day preschool or infant/toddler program
5
Montrose Elementary
2555 E. Main St., Bexley, OH 43209
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
5.6/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
5
Art/Music
6
Infant care
5
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • City of Bexley BACPack program — on-site at Montrose Elementary School
  • Both AM care (from 7am) and PM care (until 6pm) available here
  • Scheduled activities: art, dramatic play, and large muscle games; educational support included
  • State-licensed program with staff ratio not exceeding 14:1

Considerations

  • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
  • Before/after-school only — not a full-day preschool or infant/toddler program
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