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

Finding the right childcare
in Worthington, Ohio

Worthington was Ohio's earliest planned community, established in 1803 by New England settlers from Connecticut and Massachusetts led by James Kilbourne, who platted the village in the classic New England style around a central public square. The city earned the nickname "City of Beautiful Homes" and has been recognized five times by Ohio Magazine as one of the state's best places to live, anchored by its well-preserved historic downtown and charming residential character. Today, Worthington's architectural heritage includes 10 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. We analyzed all 20 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Worthington, 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
Saint John'S Early Educational Center
700 N. High Street, Worthington, OH 43085
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
7.2/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
8
Infant care
5
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Episcopal church-based program serving Worthington since 1964
  • First preschool in Central Ohio to earn 3-star SUTQ rating (2010)
  • Staff praised as happy and genuinely engaged with large well-equipped facilities
  • Big outdoor playground and winter indoor gym available year-round
  • Enrichment classes: yoga, music, art, and Spanish
  • Small class sizes with strong student-teacher ratios
  • Flexible scheduling with multiple days-per-week and pickup/dropoff options
  • Schedule aligned with Worthington Schools for smooth kindergarten transition

Considerations

  • SUTQ: NR on current records — historical 3-star rating may reflect prior system
  • Preschool-focused (ages 3-5); no infant or toddler care
2
Primrose School Of Worthington
6902 North High Street, Worthington, OH 43085
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
7.1/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
6
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • 5.0 rating on Winnie with verified parent reviews
  • Teachers praised for nurturing children to individual needs and supporting academic and social growth
  • Cognia-accredited with SEA distinction — nationally recognized quality
  • Parents describe staff as supportive and encouraging; families adore the program
  • Serves infants through Pre-K plus Summer Adventure Club

Considerations

  • SUTQ: NR — not yet enrolled in state quality rating system
  • High tuition (~,000/year) — premium price point
3
Jcc - North
6121 Olentangy River Rd., Worthington, OH 43085
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
6.9/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Ohio SUTQ: Bronze
  • Part of the Columbus JCC network — institutional stability and support
  • Curriculum integrates Jewish traditions and values in age-appropriate ways
  • Serves infants through Pre-K (ages 6 weeks to 5 years)
  • Accepts PFCC subsidy vouchers

Considerations

  • JCC membership may be expected — confirm accessibility for non-members
4
Barrington School
401 Park Road, Worthington, OH 43085
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
6.5/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
6
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Parents describe exceptional experience; staff caring and wonderful with children
  • Directors Krista and Maggie praised for responsiveness to parent questions and concerns
  • Freshly prepared organic meals served daily
  • Enrichment classes: sports, music, yoga, and dance
  • Tuition covers meals, diapers, wipes, and bibs — all-inclusive model
  • Accepts PFCC subsidy vouchers
  • Serves 6 weeks through school-age

Considerations

  • SUTQ: NR — not yet enrolled in state quality rating system
5
Goddard Worthington 2
6733 N. High Street, Worthington, OH 43085
★ 4.5 (20 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
6.5/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
5
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Teachers described as amazing, kind, caring, and attentive; genuinely love the children
  • High safety standards: crash-rated fencing, key code entry, outdoor security cameras
  • Children always happy and thriving; parents trust and recommend the school

Considerations

    6
    Worthington Preschool
    773 N High St, Worthington, OH 43085
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: NR
    6.3/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    7
    Compassion
    7
    Mgmt
    7
    Culture
    7
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Presbyterian church-based non-profit serving Worthington since 1965
    • Teachers employed 10+ years on average — exceptional staff stability and continuity
    • Serves over 150 children annually in five classrooms for ages 3-5
    • Play-based, family-oriented, warm and nurturing environment
    • Flexible scheduling: 2-, 3-, and 4-day half-day programs available
    • Inter-racial community organization — inclusive by founding mission

    Considerations

    • SUTQ: NR — not yet enrolled in state quality rating system
    • Half-day programs only (8:30am-2:30pm) — not suitable for full-day care needs
    7
    Precious People Of Worthington
    7878 Worthington-Galena, Worthington, OH 43085
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Silver
    6.2/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    6
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    7
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    7
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Ohio SUTQ: Silver
    • Family-owned and operated since 1987 — long-standing Worthington institution
    • Parents describe staff as friendly and facility as very clean
    • Hands-on owners willing to work with families on issues
    • Parents report it as the best in the area after trying multiple daycares
    • Age-specific developmental curriculum from infant through school-age; holistic approach

    Considerations

    • No Google or Yelp star rating found — limited review volume for full pattern analysis
    8
    All Saints Preschool
    6770 N High St, Worthington, OH 43085
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: NR
    6.1/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    7
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    7
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Faith-based Lutheran preschool — nurturing children emotionally and spiritually
    • Facebook 100% recommend from 6 parent reviews
    • State-licensed part-time program for ages 3-5
    • Focus on pre-academic skills and kindergarten readiness
    • Small-group setting with dedicated staff

    Considerations

    • SUTQ: NR — not yet enrolled in state quality rating system
    • Part-time only (Mon-Thu 8am-1:30pm, Fri until 12:30pm) — not suitable for full-day care needs
    9
    Kids Academy
    860 Griswold Street, Worthington, OH 43085
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Bronze
    6.0/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    6
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Ohio SUTQ: Bronze
    • Parents praise staff as engaging and attentive; children described as constantly learning
    • Multi-generational loyalty — parents whose children attended now send their own children
    • Serves 6 weeks through 12 years with curriculum covering music, art, science, and cultural diversity
    • Curriculum balances mental, physical, and emotional growth through creative experiences

    Considerations

    • No independent Google or Yelp star rating found — limited review volume for full pattern assessment
    10
    Kindercare Learning Center #1487
    77 Caren Ave, Worthington, OH 43085
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Bronze
    6.0/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    6
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Ohio SUTQ: Bronze
    • Center Director Kelly Bright has been at KinderCare since 1998 — exceptional leadership tenure
    • Parents report children excited about learning and feeling at home after years of enrollment
    • Management team described as willing to help and supportive of families
    • Accepts PFCC subsidy vouchers; serves 6 weeks to 12 years

    Considerations

    • Large national chain — individual location quality depends heavily on local director
    • No independent Google star rating found for this location
    11
    Kindercare Learning Center #879
    2001 Hard Rd, Worthington, OH 43235
    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
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • KinderCare national network — standardized curriculum and safety protocols
    • Serves 6 weeks to 10 years; open 6:30am-6pm Monday-Friday
    • Accepts PFCC subsidy vouchers

    Considerations

    • SUTQ: NR — not yet enrolled in state quality rating system
    12
    Creative Play Center
    600 High Street, Box 307, Worthington, OH 43085
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: NR
    5.9/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Reggio Emilia child-directed, project-based curriculum — one of the most progressive approaches in early education
    • Methodist church-based program serving Worthington since 1972
    • Small student-teacher ratio (5:1) with strong learning focus
    • Participates in USDA Child Care Food Program — meals meet nutritional standards
    • Serves infants through school-age (capacity 100 children)

    Considerations

    • SUTQ: NR — not yet enrolled in state quality rating system
    • One Yelp reviewer noted management issues and teachers with attitude — verify firsthand
    13
    Peace Divine Child Care
    991 Worthington Wood Loop Rd, Worthington, OH 43085
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Bronze
    5.8/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    6
    K-ready
    5
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Ohio SUTQ: Bronze
    • Parents describe facility as very clean and learning as fun for kids
    • Serves ages 0-12 years; provides transportation to and from school
    • Children involved in reading, games, and homework assistance as needed
    • Connected to Divine Peace Lutheran Church community

    Considerations

      14
      Care After School - Colonial Hills Elementary
      5800 Greenwich St, Worthington, OH 43085
      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

      • Ohio-licensed school-age after-school program serving Worthington Schools
      • Daily snacks; variety of age-appropriate activities: games, sports, arts, crafts, drama, cooking, science
      • Before-school care from 7am at select sites; after-school until 6pm
      • Follows Worthington Schools calendar — consistent with school year

      Considerations

      • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
      • School-age after-school only — not a full-day preschool or infant/toddler program
      15
      Care After School - Evening Street
      885 Evening St, Worthington, OH 43085
      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

      • Ohio-licensed school-age after-school program serving Worthington Schools
      • Daily snacks; variety of age-appropriate activities: games, sports, arts, crafts, drama, cooking, science
      • Before-school care from 7am at select sites; after-school until 6pm
      • Follows Worthington Schools calendar — consistent with school year

      Considerations

      • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
      • School-age after-school only — not a full-day preschool or infant/toddler program
      16
      Care After School - Slate Hill
      7625 Alta View Blvd, Worthington, OH 43085
      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

      • Ohio-licensed school-age after-school program serving Worthington Schools
      • Daily snacks; variety of age-appropriate activities: games, sports, arts, crafts, drama, cooking, science
      • Before-school care from 7am at select sites; after-school until 6pm
      • Follows Worthington Schools calendar — consistent with school year

      Considerations

      • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
      • School-age after-school only — not a full-day preschool or infant/toddler program
      17
      Care After School - Worthington Estates
      6760 Rieber St, Worthington, OH 43085
      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

      • Ohio-licensed school-age after-school program serving Worthington Schools
      • Daily snacks; variety of age-appropriate activities: games, sports, arts, crafts, drama, cooking, science
      • Before-school care from 7am at select sites; after-school until 6pm
      • Follows Worthington Schools calendar — consistent with school year

      Considerations

      • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
      • School-age after-school only — not a full-day preschool or infant/toddler program
      18
      Care After School - Wilson Hill
      6500 Northland Boulevard, Worthington, OH 43085
      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

      • Ohio-licensed school-age after-school program serving Worthington Schools
      • Daily snacks; variety of age-appropriate activities: games, sports, arts, crafts, drama, cooking, science
      • Before-school care from 7am at select sites; after-school until 6pm
      • Follows Worthington Schools calendar — consistent with school year

      Considerations

      • SUTQ: NR — not enrolled in state quality rating system
      • School-age after-school only — not a full-day preschool or infant/toddler program
      19
      Akamai Academy Childcare
      5940 N High St, Worthington, OH 43085
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      5.4/ 10
      Safety
      5
      Curriculum
      6
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      5
      K-ready
      5
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Ohio-licensed childcare center at 5940 N High St, Worthington — regulated and inspected by the state
      • Located on a main commercial corridor in Worthington with convenient access for families

      Considerations

      • No Ohio Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) rating — program has not achieved formal quality recognition
      • No website or detailed program information publicly available
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