Recognition of Excellence · Berkey & Toeldo & Whitehouse, OH · 2026

Growing Minds Learning Center

12244 Sylvania Met. Rd., Berkey, OH 43504
🏆 Ranked #2 in Berkey & Toeldo & Whitehouse · 6.0 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Top 3 in Berkey & Toeldo & Whitehouse
Top 3 in Berkey & Toeldo & Whitehouse
Ranked among the top 3 childcare centers in Berkey & Toeldo & Whitehouse across all 11 quality dimensions — placing this center in the very top tier of local options.
Most Compassionate
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Berkey & Toeldo & Whitehouse. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
Best Culture
Best Culture
Earned the highest culture score in Berkey & Toeldo & Whitehouse. This dimension captures a sense of community, inclusivity, staff morale, and the feeling families describe when they walk through the door.
Full Ranking Detail
childcare

Growing Minds Learning Center in Berkey, OH is a Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom certified center serving children ages 6 weeks through 12 years, with extended hours (6am–6pm) and before/after school care. The program is SUTQ Bronze rated and features a Reggio Emilia/Montessori-inspired approach, with parents consistently praising its child-first atmosphere and emphasis on creative exploration. Staff are noted for their attentiveness and support of children's imaginative expression. While the center maintains a strong educational philosophy with positive word-of-mouth feedback, public review visibility is limited, and advancement to Gold SUTQ status may further strengthen its competitive standing.

Safety5.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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