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Finding the right childcare
in Centerville, Ohio

Founded in 1796 by settlers including Benjamin Robbins who named it after his hometown of Centreville, New Jersey, Centerville is home to Ohio's largest collection of early stone buildings, constructed from locally quarried limestone and reflecting the craftsmanship of the area's first settlers. Many of these distinctive 19th-century homes—some dating to the early 1800s—remain well-preserved today and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, making Centerville's Uptown historic district a striking example of frontier-era architecture and community heritage. We analyzed all 16 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Centerville, 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
Primrose School Of Centerville
2550 E Alex Bell Rd, Centerville, OH 45459
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
6.6/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
9
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
8
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 5-star Yelp rating, 94% Facebook recommend
  • Advanced-accredited state-licensed program
  • Transparent parent communication praised
  • Can accommodate up to 248 children with structured programs

Considerations

    2
    Centerville Child Development Center
    8095 Garnet Drive, Centerville, OH 45458
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Gold
    6.3/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    8
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    8
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Gold SUTQ (quality rating 4); founded 1988 by the Valentour family who actively manage daily operations
    • Long-tenured, caring staff — parents note most teachers have been there a very long time
    • Weekly theme-based curriculum covering literacy, math, science, social studies, arts; summer camp praised
    • Open 6:30AM–6:00PM — hours work well for two full-time working parent families
    • Children described as safe, in a learning-rich environment with staff who genuinely care about wellbeing

    Considerations

    • No Google reviews available to independently cross-check parent satisfaction at scale
    • Owner-operated single location — no network quality oversight from corporate structure
    3
    Early Beginnings
    5600 Clyo Rd, Centerville, OH 45459
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Gold
    6.3/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    8
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    8
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Gold (5-star) SUTQ rated across all Early Beginnings locations; Centerville location rated 4.3/5 from 12 reviews
    • Serves infants (6 weeks) through school-age (122 capacity); open 6:00AM–6:00PM; accepts PFCC subsidy
    • Multi-location Greater Dayton network with consistent Gold SUTQ quality across sites

    Considerations

    • Note: A separate Early Beginnings location in Huber Heights had a 2024 infant injury investigation — this is a different address (5600 Clyo Rd) with its own track record
    • 12-review sample is limited for a 122-capacity center; modest independent review volume
    4
    La Petite Academy
    9755 Dayton-Lebanon Pike, Centerville, OH 45458
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Gold
    6.3/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    8
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    8
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Gold SUTQ + NAEYC accredited; live classroom video streaming via SproutAbout app for parent peace of mind
    • Parents praise friendly, welcoming, caring staff — one first-time parent felt immediately at ease enrolling newborn
    • Full age range: infant through private Kindergarten; structured curriculum with real-time parent updates
    • 32 Birdeye reviews; generally positive parent feedback on staff caring and safety

    Considerations

    • National chain (Learning Care Group) — individual location quality dependent on director and staff tenure
    • Some La Petite locations nationally have poor reviews; verify this Centerville location independently before enrolling
    5
    Childtime Learning Center
    6375 Clyo Rd, Centerville, OH 45459
    ★ 4 (18 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Gold
    6.1/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    7
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    7
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    8
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Gold Rated Step Up to Quality program
    • Full curriculum for infants through kindergarten
    • Teachers praised for dedication to children

    Considerations

      6
      All About Kids Childcare And Learning Center
      1300 West Social Row Road, Centerville, OH 45458
      ★ 4 (10 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: Bronze
      6.0/ 10
      Safety
      7
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      5
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • State-of-the-art facilities with spacious indoor and outdoor areas
      • Age-separated outdoor play areas
      • Multiple locations serving Centerville area

      Considerations

        7
        Explorations Child Enrichment Center
        242 N Main St, Centerville, OH 45459
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: NR
        6.0/ 10
        Safety
        5
        Curriculum
        6
        Art/Music
        5
        Infant care
        5
        K-ready
        5
        Teachers
        6
        Compassion
        8
        Mgmt
        6
        Culture
        8
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • In operation since 1998 - established community childcare
        • Atmosphere of unconditional acceptance for each child
        • Meals and transportation provided

        Considerations

          8
          Kidz Watch Centerville
          101 E Alex Bell Rd., Centerville, OH 45459
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: Silver
          6.0/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          7
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          7
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          7
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Silver SUTQ rated; unique model: flexible hourly, daily, part-time, and full-time drop-in childcare
          • Serves infants (6 weeks) through school-age (12 years); extended evening and weekend hours available
          • Play-based curriculum covering math, literacy, social studies, science, music, art; before/after school care
          • Healthy meal program with accommodation for special dietary needs; accepts PFCC

          Considerations

          • Drop-in model means varying peer groups and less consistent classroom relationships than enrolled care
          9
          First Step Learning Academy
          9328 Dayon Lebanon Pike, Centerville, OH 45458
          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

          • Creative Curriculum — Ohio state-approved, research-based comprehensive child development approach
          • Full age range: infants (6 weeks) through school-age (12 years); licensed, bonded, and insured
          • Centerville location convenient for surrounding suburb families

          Considerations

          • Bronze SUTQ (data file designation) despite self-marketing as '5-star' center
          10
          Ymca Schoolage Enrichment Program At Five Points
          650 Lytle Five Points Road, Centerville, OH 45458
          YMCA Child Care · 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

          • YMCA of Greater Dayton school-age enrichment at Five Points; homework help, snack, art, and games
          • Bronze SUTQ rated; accepts PFCC subsidy; before and after school care hours available

          Considerations

          • Bronze SUTQ; school-age enrichment only — no infant, toddler, or preschool care
          11
          Epiphany Lutheran Preschool
          6430 Far Hills Ave, Centerville, OH 45459
          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

          • 30+ years serving Centerville families; parents describe program as top-notch
          • Deliberately small class sizes; play-based and inquiry-driven curriculum in a Christian Lutheran setting
          • Ages 2.5-5 with options 2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week; inspires natural curiosity through discovery and play

          Considerations

          • NR on SUTQ; morning-only program — not suitable for working parents needing full-day care
          • Preschool ages only — no infant, toddler, or school-age care; limited hours
          12
          First School
          7659 Mcewen Road, Centerville, OH 45459
          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

          • Established 1983 — over 40-year presence in Centerville; preschool and Kindergarten for ages 2.5-6
          • Child-interest-based early learning philosophy — maximizes individual development potential

          Considerations

          • NR on SUTQ; limited web presence; no ages outside preschool/K served
          13
          Goddard School Of Centerville
          10685 Dayton Lebanon Pike, Centerville, OH 45458
          ★ 3.5 (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

          • Below-average rating of 3.5 stars from 19 reviews on multiple platforms
          14
          Inspire Center For Learning - Wp
          6833 Wilmington Pike, Centerville, OH 45459
          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

          • Inspire network; Creative Curriculum — research-based, hands-on learning; infants through school-age
          • Parents describe staff as educated, caring, patient and compassionate with a family feel
          • Transportation available; accepts PFCC subsidy; open 6:30AM–6:00PM

          Considerations

          • NR on SUTQ; no formal quality rating beyond state licensing
          15
          Kindercare Learning Center
          33 E Social Row Rd., Centerville, OH 45458
          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

          • KinderCare national network; research-based curriculum with structured daily learning across all age groups
          • Serves infants through school-age; open Monday–Friday; accepts PFCC subsidy
          • KinderCare teacher training and corporate quality oversight provide network-wide consistency

          Considerations

          • NR on SUTQ; national chain — individual location culture may differ from network reputation
          16
          Young Learner'S World
          1200 Norwich Lane, Centerville, OH 45459
          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

          • Ranked #1 in safety in Centerville by DaycareCheck (100/100 grade); open 6:30AM–6:00PM
          • Serves infants (6 weeks) through school-age (12 years); developmentally appropriate practices-based programming
          • Structured activities: music, reading, sensory play for infants; math, literacy, science, arts for older ages

          Considerations

          • NR on SUTQ; sister Beavercreek location had negative Yelp review about staff attitude — visit to verify culture at this location
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