Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Pataskala. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Teachers
Earned the highest teacher quality score in Pataskala. This dimension weighs staff tenure, qualifications, warmth reported in parent reviews, and consistency of care across classrooms.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Pataskala. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Pataskala. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
Full Ranking Detail
childcare
Childtime Children's Center at 170 E Broad St in Pataskala serves infants through school-age children (6 weeks to 10 years) with a curriculum emphasizing immersive learning and discovery in a homelike environment. The center operates Monday–Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM and offers a comprehensive range of programs including preschool, Pre-K, before/after school care, and enrichment electives like Spanish, music, and yoga. Parent feedback consistently rates the center highly, with staff described as caring and engaged and a 4-star ResellerRatings average. Communication via BrightWheel and SproutAbout video streaming, combined with a teaching team averaging over 180 years of combined experience, positions this center as a well-established, responsive option for working families.
Safety5.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Emphasizes immersive learning experiences in a homelike classroom environment, with a focus on exploration and discovery to prepare children for school progression.
Programs & activities: Programs for infants through school-age (6 weeks to 10 years) including preschool, Pre-K, junior/private kindergarten, before & after school, drop-in care, school break camps and summer camp. Enrichment electives (additional fee): Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga.
What sets it apart: Open Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-6:00 PM. Live streaming video of the classroom via the SproutAbout mobile app. Teachers with more than 180 years of combined experience; leadership holds CPR, First Aid & AED, and child abuse recognition certifications. Promotion: $250 tuition discount for enrollment by September 4, 2026.
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