Ranked among the top 3 childcare centers in Grafton across all 11 quality dimensions — placing this center in the very top tier of local options.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Grafton. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Teachers
Earned the highest teacher quality score in Grafton. This dimension weighs staff tenure, qualifications, warmth reported in parent reviews, and consistency of care across classrooms.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Grafton. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Grafton. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Grafton. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
Full Ranking Detail
childcare
Kce Champions Llc @ Midview East is a Silver SUTQ-rated, Cognia-accredited before- and after-school care program for grades K–6 housed within Midview East school in Grafton, providing convenient, school-linked childcare for working families in the Lorain County area. The program runs year-round, including winter, spring, and summer break sessions plus teacher professional development days, with enrichment activities spanning art, dramatic play, math, science, language, and motor skills development. It accepts subsidized childcare vouchers (PFCC) for income-eligible families and offers flexible pricing with drop-in options and discounts for military families and school employees. As a school-age-only program (ages 5–11), it is not suitable for families seeking infant, toddler, or preschool care, and public parent reviews are absent from available sources.
Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture5.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Champions before- and after-school program emphasizing a balance of child-initiated and teacher-led activities across art, dramatic play, math, science, problem-solving, language, and motor skills. Focused on helping children continue learning and developing essential life skills.
Programs & activities: Before and after school care for grades K-5 (ages 5-11), with morning (6:00-8:30 AM) and afternoon (2:05-6:00 PM) sessions. Seasonal camp programs during winter break, spring break, and summer break.
What sets it apart: Located inside Midview North Elementary for safety and convenience. Weekly fee structure with a registration fee ($60/student or $100/family), drop-in options, and 10% discounts for military, multiple children, or school district employees.
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Top 3 in Grafton
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Best for Safety
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Best Teachers
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Best Curriculum
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest curriculum score in Grafton. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.</span>
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Most Compassionate
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest compassion score in Grafton. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.</span>
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Best Infant Care
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest infant care score in Grafton. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.</span>
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