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

Finding the right childcare
in Hilliard, Ohio

Hilliard is home to the Early Television Museum, which houses the largest collection of early television receivers in the United States—over 150 sets spanning from mechanical models of the 1920s through early color televisions. Originally founded as an agricultural and railroad shipping hub in 1852, Hilliard has transformed into a thriving Columbus suburb that balances small-town charm with forward-thinking community development, earning recognition as an Intelligent Community for four consecutive years. We analyzed all 34 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Hilliard, 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
The Agape Butterfly School
4511 Cemetery Road, Hilliard, OH 43026
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
8.4/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
9
Art/Music
9
Infant care
8
K-ready
8
Teachers
9
Compassion
8
Mgmt
8
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
9

Strengths

  • SUTQ Gold rated; Creative Curriculum aligned with Ohio Department of Education guidelines
  • Award-winning faculty: teachers Michaela James and Taylor Pernell received the Rosa Hightower Excellence in Teaching Award from Action for Children
  • Unique enrichment offerings: yoga, cooking, gardening, and expressive art classes
  • Parents praised as "super job of teaching, creative concept with movement and art classes" — child "absolutely loves this place"
  • Serves ages 6 weeks to 12 years including premier school-age program; 24-hour care available

Considerations

  • No Google review count found to independently verify volume of parent experience
  • BBB not accredited (though holds A+ rating)
  • Limited detailed inspection transparency in publicly available sources
2
Agape Academy
4519 Cemetery Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
8.2/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
9
Art/Music
8
Infant care
8
K-ready
8
Teachers
9
Compassion
8
Mgmt
8
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
8

Strengths

  • SUTQ Gold rated by Ohio Step Up To Quality
  • Reggio-inspired, STEAM-enriched curriculum with enrichment classes in movement, cooking, gardening, and expressive art
  • Award-winning teachers (Rosa Hightower Excellence in Teaching Award recipients)
  • Brightwheel app for real-time parent communication, photos, and milestone tracking
  • 3D virtual tours available; parents report children love attending and staff is attentive
  • Facebook shows 94% recommendation from 15 reviews

Considerations

  • No independently sourced Google review count found to verify broad parent satisfaction
3
Medo 2 Academy
5575 Hilliard Rome Office Park, Hilliard, OH 43026
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
8.1/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
9
Art/Music
8
Infant care
8
K-ready
8
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
9

Strengths

  • SUTQ Gold rated with NAEYC, NECPA, NACCP, and Cognia accreditations — exceptional multi-accreditation profile
  • Ohio PROMISE Program designation for serving children with special needs — rare specialized capability
  • Offers extended and overnight care — uniquely flexible hours (Mon-Sat 6am-6pm)
  • Ohio Preschool Program participant; accepts publicly funded child care
  • Meals, transportation, and field trips provided

Considerations

  • No dedicated website found, limiting transparency for prospective families
  • Relatively new license (began May 2024) — limited operational track record
4
Primrose School Of Hilliard West
4370 Creekbend Drive, Hilliard, OH 43026
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
8.1/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
7
K-ready
8
Teachers
9
Compassion
9
Mgmt
8
Culture
9
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
8

Strengths

  • 118 Listen360 reviews with overwhelmingly positive feedback; 4.6 stars on one platform, 5.0 on Winnie
  • Parents consistently describe staff as caring and professional — children treated "as if they were their own"
  • Balanced Learning curriculum; SEA and Cognia accredited; outdoor playground with splash pad and garden (Primrose Patch)
  • Exceptional parent communication via Procare app highlighted across multiple reviews
  • One parent reported child wrote his name within weeks of enrolling — strong academic outcomes reported

Considerations

  • SUTQ Not Rated — does not participate in Ohio quality rating system
  • Premium pricing typical of Primrose franchise locations
5
Primrose School Of Hilliard At Mill Run
4230 Trueman Blvd, Hilliard, OH 43026
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
7.9/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
7
K-ready
8
Teachers
9
Compassion
8
Mgmt
8
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
8

Strengths

  • 97 Listen360 reviews with overwhelmingly positive parent feedback — praising outstanding leadership, teachers, and communication
  • Balanced Learning curriculum; SEA and Cognia accredited; 96% of Pre-K students met problem-solving benchmarks
  • Procare app provides daily photos and updates; parents highlight excellent and timely parent communication
  • Clean, organized facility with genuine teacher investment in each child noted by multiple parents
  • Before and after school care plus Summer Adventure Club

Considerations

  • SUTQ Not Rated — does not participate in Ohio quality rating system
  • One parent noted concerns about classroom cameras and teacher scheduling issues
  • Noted by some as pricier than area alternatives
6
Cdc-Hilliard Head Start
3830 True Man Court, Hilliard, OH 43026
Head Start · Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
7.7/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
7
K-ready
8
Teachers
8
Compassion
9
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • SUTQ Gold rated by Ohio Step Up To Quality
  • Federal Head Start program with comprehensive services including health, nutrition, and family support
  • One parent review states all three children showed life-changing developmental growth
  • Parent expressed full confidence in kindergarten readiness achieved through the program
  • Serves low-income families at no cost; strong equity mission

Considerations

  • Limited public review volume; only one parent review found on childcarecenter.us
  • Shorter operating hours (8:45 AM – 3:15 PM); not suitable for full-day working parents
  • Income eligibility requirements limit who can enroll
7
Ymca Hilliard
4515 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH 43026
★ 4 (182 Google)    ·  YMCA Child Care · Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
7.0/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
5
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
8

Strengths

  • SUTQ Gold rated childcare program
  • 4.3/5 Google rating across 182 reviews — broad positive community reputation
  • State-licensed preschool and Kindergarten Jump Start programs
  • YMCA brand provides extensive recreational programming, pools, and fitness facilities alongside childcare
  • Warm and welcoming staff praised across multiple reviews; consistently clean facility

Considerations

  • Childcare-specific reviews are limited within the overall YMCA member reviews — most feedback covers gym/pool experience, not preschool program
  • Recurring partially compliant inspection results in 2024, 2025, and January 2026
  • Limited hours for childcare (8:30 AM-3:30 PM) compared to competitors — may not suit working parents needing extended care
  • Does not serve infants
8
Tomorrow'S Child Preschool And Learning Center Inc
3975 Brown Park Drive, Hilliard, OH 43026
★ 4 (20 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
6.8/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • 3.8/5 Google (20 reviews) and 4.0/5 Yahoo (7 reviews) — established pattern of positive parent sentiment
  • Privately owned and operated 35+ years with owner and director on-site daily — strong accountability
  • Strong inspection record: fully compliant in both 2024 and 2025 annual inspections
  • Staff praised by name (Ms. Jan, Mr. Tom) — reflects stable long-term relationships with families
  • Ohio Early Learning Standards curriculum; flexible full-day and extended preschool options

Considerations

  • SUTQ Bronze — entry-level quality designation despite 35+ years of operation
  • At least one online reviewer described a negative experience involving a young child, so prospective families may wish to review the center's current standing in Ohio's official Ohio Child Care licensing and inspection record.
  • Earlier hours (closes 5:30 PM) may not suit families needing extended care
9
Barrington School
4780 Cemetery Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
6.7/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
7
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Family-owned and operated with over 50 years of experience in Ohio
  • Organic, fresh meals made daily by in-house chefs included in tuition
  • Weekly enrichment classes in sports, yoga, dance, and music
  • Student-to-teacher ratios kept below Ohio state requirements
  • Diapers, wipes, bibs, and blankets included in tuition
  • Parent noted personalized care — staff made laminated family photo book to comfort adjusting child
  • Inspection history shows Fully Compliant as of March 2026

Considerations

  • No SUTQ rating; no aggregated Google review count found independently
  • Prior annual inspections noted Partially Compliant findings (issues resolved per records)
10
Little Learners Prep Academy
5075 Britton Parkway, Hilliard, OH 43026
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
6.7/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 5.0 star rating on Winnie; parent praised it as "most happiest, loving, caring and understanding daycare staff" encountered
  • Accelerated Pre-K curriculum with eight developmental program levels from 6 weeks through school age
  • Three age-appropriate outdoor play areas plus large indoor play space
  • Peanut-free environment; advanced security with controlled access
  • Library and Art Room planned additions showing investment in enrichment

Considerations

  • SUTQ Bronze — entry-level quality designation
  • No Google review count found to corroborate Winnie rating independently
  • Facility undergoing renovation which may cause temporary disruptions
11
Foundations Learning Academy
4630 Leap Ct, Hilliard, OH 43026
★ 4.6 (20 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
6.5/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
6
Infant care
6
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • SUTQ Bronze rated by Ohio Step Up To Quality
  • Google rating 4.6/5 from 20 parent reviews; all reviews cited are 5-star
  • Director Susan Horvath has over 23 years of early childhood education leadership experience
  • Precious Status app for real-time parent updates and photos
  • Parents praise secure facility (PIN-code building access), clean and organized environment
  • Described as treating families like family, not a number; children form strong bonds
  • Parents specifically name standout teachers in reviews

Considerations

  • SUTQ Bronze rating — below Gold/Silver; quality verification program participation is limited
  • Review pool is relatively modest (20 Google reviews)
12
Hilliard Montessori
4091 Trueman Blvd, Hilliard, OH 43026
★ 5    ·  Montessori · Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
6.5/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Authentic Montessori methodology covering 7 areas: Practical Life, Sensorial, Geography & Cultural Studies, Math, Language, Science, and Art & Music
  • Winnie platform shows 5.0 star rating
  • Founded 2014; serves toddlers through private kindergarten plus before/after school care
  • Child-centered educational philosophy; child-led learning at own pace
  • Inspection records show Fully Compliant status in January and July 2025
  • One Yelp reviewer shared their daughter attended for over three years with a thrilling experience

Considerations

  • No SUTQ rating on file
  • Very limited public reviews: childcarecenter.us and daycare.com both show zero reviews; Yelp has only one
  • January 2024 inspection showed Partially Compliant (issues resolved by March 2024)
13
The Goddard School
6074 Parkmeadow Lane, Hilliard, OH 43026
★ 4.5 (25 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
6.5/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
6
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Staff praised for great communication and welcoming community atmosphere
  • Children show strong developmental progress (counting, ABCs, colors, shapes)
  • Parents report children eagerly look forward to attending school each day

Considerations

    14
    La Petite Academy
    3710 Ridge Mill Drive, Hilliard, OH 43026
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Silver
    6.4/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    7
    Art/Music
    7
    Infant care
    6
    K-ready
    7
    Teachers
    7
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    5
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    7

    Strengths

    • SUTQ Silver (4-star) rated center
    • Rich enrichment electives: Dance, Music, Spanish, Yoga, Soccer, Coding, Handwriting
    • Live classroom video streaming via SproutAbout app
    • Long-tenured staff — many teachers with 7+ years at center
    • School-age program with iPads, coding robots, and moviemaking equipment

    Considerations

    • ResellerRatings shows very low score (1.89/5 across 73 reviews) — significant pattern of parent dissatisfaction
    • Most recent inspection (June 2026) still showing partially compliant with unaddressed issues
    • Multiple recurring partially compliant inspections since 2022 suggesting systemic compliance challenges
    15
    All About Kids Childcare And Learning Center
    4850 Edwards Farms Road, Hilliard, OH 43026
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: NR
    6.3/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    6
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    7
    Compassion
    7
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    7
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • 10 spacious classrooms and three outdoor play areas separated by age groups
    • Tadpoles and WatchMeGrow app for daily photos and communication
    • Chamber of Commerce directory shows 4.5 stars from 53 reviewers
    • BBB Accredited since February 2025; locally owned and operated
    • Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years; before/after school care and summer camp offered
    • Parents praise clean, well-organized facilities and passionate teachers

    Considerations

    • Inspection records from childcarecenter.us show Partially Compliant findings on multiple annual inspections (2024, 2026) — issues were resolved but pattern noted
    • No SUTQ rating on file
    16
    Kiddie Academy Of Hilliard
    2525 Roberts Court, Hilliard, OH 43026
    ★ 4.3 (49 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: NR
    6.3/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    8
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    8
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • All teachers know every child by name; described as caring, sweet, and wonderful
    • Children prepared well for kindergarten; enrichment activities like basketball and tumbling offered
    • Small facility praised for meaning everyone knows each child personally
    • Super clean, well-maintained, and organized classrooms

    Considerations

      17
      Child Nurturing Center
      4770 Britton Pkwy., Hilliard, OH 43026
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: Silver
      6.1/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      7
      Compassion
      7
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • SUTQ Silver rated by Ohio Step Up To Quality
      • Church-affiliated center (The Crossing Community Church) operating since 1994
      • Accepts ages 6 weeks through 14 years; full-day, part-time, before/after school, and summer care
      • Includes kindergarten program; Title XX accepted for income-eligible families
      • Care.com parent noted no worries about their infant from 3 months old; staff described as great

      Considerations

      • No public aggregated review count found on Google or Yelp to independently verify parent satisfaction
      18
      City Kids In Hilliard
      4940 Scioto Darby Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      6.1/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      6
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      7
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • BBB A+ rating; BBB Accredited since November 2007 — long-standing accreditation
      • Over 6,000 sq ft facility with indoor climbing equipment and age-appropriate outdoor playground
      • Licensed activity bus providing transportation to area Hilliard elementary schools
      • Staff-to-child ratios exceed Ohio state requirements
      • Facebook shows 100% recommend from 9 reviews
      • Experienced director in role since 2002; founded 1999
      • Theme-based weekly lessons; summer camp with educational field trips

      Considerations

      • No SUTQ rating on file
      • No aggregated Google review count found to independently verify broad parent satisfaction
      19
      Hilliard United Methodist Preschool
      5445 Scioto-Darby Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      6.1/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      6
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      7
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      7
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Facebook shows 96% recommendation from 21 reviews
      • Developmentally-appropriate, play-based curriculum with hands-on, multi-sensory approach
      • Nurturing church-affiliated community environment; spiritual and social-emotional development emphasized
      • Parent reviews describe a nurturing, safe, and educational environment

      Considerations

      • Half-day program only (morning 9–11:30 AM or afternoon 12:30–3:00 PM); not suitable for full-day care needs
      • No SUTQ rating on file
      • Serves ages 2.5 to 5 only — no infant or school-age care
      • No aggregated Google review count found to independently verify broad parent satisfaction
      20
      Easterseals Central And Southeast Ohio, Inc
      3830 Trueman Court, Hilliard, OH 43026
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      6.0/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      6
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      7
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      7

      Strengths

      • National nonprofit (Easterseals) with specialized expertise in early intervention and pediatric therapy
      • Provides early childhood education, therapy services, adult day programs, and summer camp
      • Facebook shows 90% recommendation from 31 reviews
      • Serves 38 counties across Ohio; established community mission

      Considerations

      • Beaming Health directory shows no reviews for this specific location
      • No SUTQ rating on file; primarily known as a therapy/disability services organization rather than a traditional daycare
      21
      Brooksedge Day Care Center
      2185 Hilliard-Rome Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
      ★ 4.4 (14 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      5.9/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      6
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Established in 1994; long-standing community presence
      • Rated 4.4/5 from 14 reviews across platforms
      • Parents describe staff as caring and describe the center as a second home
      • Structured age-based classrooms: infant, toddler, pre-school, pre-K, school-age/summer
      • Yahoo Local shows 4.5 rating from 6 reviews

      Considerations

      • One reviewer (July 2024) reported a lice incident during their child's first few weeks of attendance.
      • No SUTQ rating on file
      • Review count is modest; limited recent detailed feedback available publicly
      22
      Eastgate Ela
      3955 Brown Park Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      5.9/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Uses Teaching Strategies Gold Creative Curriculum aligned with Ohio ODJFS standards
      • Play-based learning with formal assessments in fall, winter, and spring; portfolios maintained per child
      • Two parent-teacher conferences per year; open-door policy
      • Hilliard location provides transportation to multiple nearby schools (JW Reason, Ridgewood, Avery, Beacon, Scioto Darby)
      • Family-centered, locally owned (not corporate)
      • Three meals daily provided on-site; summer camp available

      Considerations

      • BBB shows a B rating with at least one unanswered complaint on file
      • Facebook page shows "not yet rated" with only 4 reviews — very limited public review base
      • No SUTQ rating on file
      23
      Focus Child Care Llc
      2222 Hilliard Rome Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      5.8/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      6
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Director has 20 years of experience in the Hilliard community
      • Continuing education educators who are passionate about caring for children
      • Enrolls infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-agers
      • Focus on social-emotional, cognitive, and gross motor development

      Considerations

      • No SUTQ rating on file
      • Very limited online presence and review data available
      24
      Upper Arlington Lutheran Christian Preschool
      3500 Mill Run Drive, Hilliard, OH 43026
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      5.8/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      6
      Art/Music
      6
      Infant care
      4
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      7
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • 40+ year established program with deep community roots at Mill Run campus
      • Christ-centered curriculum nurturing children spiritually, physically, socially, cognitively, and emotionally
      • Based on Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards
      • Part-time model provides gentle transition to school for 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds

      Considerations

      • SUTQ Not Rated — no quality rating participation
      • Part-time only program — not suitable for families needing full-day care
      • Does not serve infants or toddlers — limited to ages 3-5
      25
      Childtime Learning Center
      4990 Roberts Road, Hilliard, OH 43026
      ★ 3.3 (13 Google)    ·  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

      • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
      • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
      • Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community

      Considerations

        26
        Kindercare Learning Center
        4705 Avery Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
        ★ 4.8 (16 Google)    ·  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

        • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
        • Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community

        Considerations

          27
          Kiwi'S Clubhouse
          4655 Leap Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          5.7/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          6
          Infant care
          6
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          4
          Culture
          5
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          7

          Strengths

          • Unique flexible/drop-in hourly care model — parents set their own schedule and pay only for reserved time
          • Serves ages 2 months to 12 years
          • WeeSchool, Preschool, Pre-K, and Summer Camp programs available
          • Does not require long-term enrollment contracts

          Considerations

          • SUTQ Not Rated — no quality rating participation
          • Complaint-triggered inspection in March 2024 found partial non-compliance; 2025 annual inspection still partially unresolved as of late 2025
          28
          Enchanted Care Learning Center
          4392 Davidson Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
          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

          • Consistently 5-star rated across multiple platforms; parents love caring staff
          • Developmental support and welcoming environment praised across reviews

          Considerations

            29
            Kids Zone After School Program
            4475 Dublin Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
            Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: NR
            5.6/ 10
            Safety
            6
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            6
            Infant care
            5
            K-ready
            5
            Teachers
            6
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            5
            Culture
            5
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • Located at St. Brendan School, a church school setting providing structured after-school care
            • After-school program model provides continuity of care for school-age children

            Considerations

            • No dedicated website found
            • SUTQ Not Rated — no quality rating participation
            30
            Kindercare Learning Center #1684
            3885 Berry Leaf Lane, Hilliard, OH 43026
            ★ 4.2 (19 Google)    ·  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

            • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: NR — recognized quality program
            • Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community

            Considerations

              31
              Les Petites Academy
              5599 Hilliard Rome Office Park, Hilliard, OH 43026
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: Bronze
              5.6/ 10
              Safety
              6
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              6
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              5
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              5
              Culture
              5
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Dedicated website indicating established operation serving Hilliard families
              • Curriculum emphasizes creativity, confidence-building, curiosity, and interactive play
              • Experienced staff focused on early childhood development
              • Flexible payment options offered

              Considerations

              • SUTQ Bronze rating — entry-level quality designation
              • Curriculum approach not described in detail — no named framework referenced
              32
              Kidsrus
              4625 Cemetery Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: NR
              5.5/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              6
              Infant care
              6
              K-ready
              5
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              4
              Culture
              5
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Bilingual English/Spanish program is a meaningful differentiator
              • Long-tenured staff — one parent noted teachers with 10+ years at the center
              • Offers meals, transportation, and field trips
              • Has own website with 3D virtual tour

              Considerations

              • SUTQ Not Rated — no quality rating participation
              • Recurring partially compliant inspection results dating back to 2022 with most recent 2025 inspection still partially unresolved
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