Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Bedford. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Bedford. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Bedford. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Bedford. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Bedford. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
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Huggie Bear Learning Center is an Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the Bedford community at 619 Northfield Rd. It accepts subsidized child care vouchers through the PFCC program, extending affordability to low-income working families. However, the center maintains minimal public presence—no website, no parent reviews, and no Step Up To Quality rating—which limits independent verification of its program quality and parent experience.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management5.0
Culture5.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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Best for Safety
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Most Compassionate
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Best Arts & Music
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