Chagrin Falls, OH · Geauga · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Chagrin Falls, Ohio

Chagrin Falls is a charming suburban village defined by the dramatic waterfalls along the Chagrin River that give it its name. The community has deep artistic roots, home to the Chagrin Valley Little Theatre, one of the country's oldest community theaters operating since 1930, and it's where Bill Watterson grew up—the creator of Calvin and Hobbes drew inspiration from this Midwestern suburb for his beloved comic strip's setting. We analyzed all 8 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Chagrin Falls, 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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All Around Children - Middlefield
16000 E High St, Middlefield, OH 44062
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
7.1/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
6
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
7
Mgmt
8
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Ohio Step Up To Quality: Gold — highest-tier state quality rating
  • Parent-reviewed 4.4 stars from 16 reviews: praised for staff updates throughout the day and diligent security (ID checks at drop-off)
  • Play-based learning with enrichment classes in music, art, and natural science woven into curriculum
  • Family-owned operation since 2008 with 8 locations across Northeast Ohio — proven regional track record
  • Serves 6 weeks through 12 years: infants, toddlers, preschool/Pre-K, and school-age under one roof
  • Accepts major Ohio childcare assistance programs including PFCC vouchers

Considerations

  • Reviews aggregated across the Parkman/Middlefield network — may not reflect only this specific location
  • No Google reviews found under this individual listing
2
Valley Christian Preschool
87 E Orange St, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
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

  • Christ-centered preschool at 87 East Orange St offering spiritual, social, physical, and cognitive growth
  • Walking field trips and after-school enrichment programs for ages 2-5
  • Faith-based curriculum nurturing the whole child in Chagrin Falls
  • Ranked among top daycares in Chagrin Falls for faith-based early education

Considerations

    3
    Great Day Child Care Learning Center
    14810 Madison Road, Middlefield, OH 44062
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Silver
    6.2/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    7
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    6
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    7
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Ohio Step Up To Quality: Silver — state-recognized quality rating
    • Veteran-owned and family-run since 1999 — over 25 years of Geauga County childcare experience
    • BBB Accredited since 2018; all staff CPR/First Aid certified with ongoing professional development
    • Described by one reviewer as 'one of the best child care centers in Geauga County' for safety and staff ratios
    • Serves infants through school-age (6 months to 13 years) with flexible full/part-time enrollment
    • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers

    Considerations

    • Care.com rating of 2.3 stars from 3 reviews — mixed parent feedback warrants in-person visit
    • Limited curriculum details publicly available on website
    4
    Bainbridge Christian Preschool
    17989 Chillicothe Road, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
    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

    • Faith-based Christian preschool in Bainbridge/Chagrin Falls area
    • Church-affiliated program with nurturing Christian early childhood environment
    • Small preschool setting with caring faith community
    • Faith-centered early education for Chagrin Falls area families

    Considerations

      5
      Chagrin Falls Day Care & Preschool
      7205 Chagrin Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
      ★ 4.3 (15 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

      • Ranked #3 of 20 daycares in Chagrin Falls serving ages 6 weeks to 12 years
      • Full-time and part-time preschool plus before and after school care at 7205 Chagrin Rd
      • Licensed center offering comprehensive childcare for Chagrin Falls families
      • Established daycare and preschool in Chagrin Falls community

      Considerations

        6
        Heart Of Valley Christian Preschool
        17560 Chillicothe Road, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
        ★ 5 (1 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

        • Christ-centered preschool at 87 East Orange St offering spiritual, social, physical, and cognitive growth
        • Walking field trips and after-school enrichment programs for ages 2-5
        • Faith-based curriculum nurturing the whole child in Chagrin Falls
        • Ranked among top daycares in Chagrin Falls for faith-based early education

        Considerations

          7
          Methodist Preschool
          20 S Franklin St, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
          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

          • Methodist Church-affiliated preschool in Chagrin Falls
          • Faith community early childhood education program
          • Nurturing church-based preschool environment
          • Faith-centered early learning for Chagrin Falls families

          Considerations

            8
            The Kids Club Inc
            16700 Hilltop Park Place, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
            ★ 5 (2 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

            • Licensed childcare center in Chagrin Falls Ohio
            • Ohio-licensed center offering childcare and enrichment programs
            • Before and after school care option for Chagrin Falls families
            • Established childcare option in Chagrin Falls community

            Considerations

              9
              Village Nursery School
              76 Bell St., Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: NR
              5.6/ 10
              Safety
              6
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              6
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              5
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              5
              Culture
              5
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Founded in 1957 — one of the most established preschools in Chagrin Falls with decades of community trust
              • Non-profit, independent institution with play-based, child-centered and teacher-guided philosophy
              • Three age-specific classes: 3-year-old, 4-year-old, and Pre-K (ages 2 yrs 9 months to 5 years)
              • Prioritizes social, emotional, intellectual, creative, and physical development with strong family partnership
              • Located at the Federated Church on Bell St — rooted in a welcoming community space

              Considerations

              • No SUTQ rating — quality level not independently verified by the state
              • Preschool-only program (2y9m–5 years) — no infant, toddler, or school-age care
              10
              Ymca Gurney Learning And Enrichment Center
              1155 Bell Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
              YMCA Child Care · 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

              • YMCA Learning and Enrichment Center with convenient hours, nutritious snacks, in-house field trips
              • Dedicated well-trained YMCA staff providing character development values
              • Before and after school care at 1155 Bell Rd in Chagrin Falls
              • Trusted YMCA brand providing enrichment for Chagrin Falls school-age children

              Considerations

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