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in Trotwood, Ohio

Trotwood's Hara Arena hosted the legendary Dayton Hamvention, one of the world's two largest amateur radio conventions, drawing tens of thousands of radio enthusiasts annually from 1964 until the arena's closure in 2016. The city's strong community spirit was tested but remained resilient following the devastating EF4 tornado that swept through the Dayton area in May 2019. We analyzed all 7 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Trotwood, 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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Miami Valley Cdc-Goodwill
735 E. Main Street, Trotwood, OH 45426
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 rated; MVCDC Head Start network co-located with Goodwill Industries in Trotwood
  • CDA-credentialed staff; research-based curriculum; comprehensive wraparound family services
  • Head Start model includes health screenings, disability services, and family support; accepts PFCC and Head Start funding

Considerations

    2
    Doe Rae Me Elc
    1984 Shiloh Springs Rd, Trotwood, OH 45426
    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

    • Bronze SUTQ rated; Ohio-licensed early learning and development center in Trotwood
    • Fun, safe, and nurturing environment; accepts PFCC subsidy

    Considerations

    • Bronze SUTQ; limited online presence and program details available
    3
    Gateway Early Learning Center
    5501 Olive Rd., Trotwood, OH 45426
    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-licensed early learning center in Trotwood with modern amenities and extracurricular activities
    • NR on SUTQ; range of academic programs supporting social and emotional growth

    Considerations

    • NR on SUTQ; no formal quality rating beyond state licensing
    4
    Kce Champions Llc @ Madison Park
    301 S. Broadway St., Trotwood, OH 45426
    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

    • KCE Champions before/after school program at Madison Park in Trotwood
    • Champions network provides structured enrichment: homework help, activities, and healthy environment
    • Accepts PFCC subsidy; on-site school-age care for enrolled families

    Considerations

    • NR on SUTQ; school-age enrichment only — no infant, toddler, or preschool care
    5
    Kce Champions Llc @ Trotwood Madison Elc
    4400 N. Union Rd., Trotwood, OH 45426
    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

    • KCE Champions before/after school program at Trotwood Madison Elc in Trotwood
    • Champions network provides structured enrichment: homework help, activities, and healthy environment
    • Accepts PFCC subsidy; on-site school-age care for enrolled families

    Considerations

    • NR on SUTQ; school-age enrichment only — no infant, toddler, or preschool care
    6
    Kce Champions Llc @ Westbrook Village
    6500 Westford Rd., Trotwood, OH 45426
    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

    • KCE Champions before/after school program at Westbrook Village in Trotwood
    • Champions network provides structured enrichment: homework help, activities, and healthy environment
    • Accepts PFCC subsidy; on-site school-age care for enrolled families

    Considerations

    • NR on SUTQ; school-age enrichment only — no infant, toddler, or preschool care
    7
    Trustinghands Daycare
    4622 Salem Ave, Trotwood, OH 45417
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Bronze
    5.4/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    5
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    5
    Culture
    5
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Ohio SUTQ Bronze -- recognized quality program
    • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers
    • Before- and after-school care available for school-age children
    • Licensed center serving Trotwood families on Salem Ave

    Considerations

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