Lewis Center, OH · Delaware · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Lewis Center, Ohio

Lewis Center was founded around 1850 when the railroad was extended to this point, named after William L. Lewis who donated land for the railroad station. The community's location in Delaware County connects it to a rich but challenging history—the region was an important part of the Underground Railroad, with local residents risking themselves to shelter and guide enslaved people seeking freedom in the north, even though Ohio law at the time still allowed the capture and return of runaways. We analyzed all 20 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Lewis Center, 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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Green Meadows Schoolhouse
101 Green Meadows Drive South, Lewis Center, OH 43035
★ 4.9 (86 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: NR
7.5/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
5
Infant care
8
K-ready
5
Teachers
9
Compassion
9
Mgmt
9
Culture
9
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
8

Strengths

  • Outstanding 4.9-star Google rating from 86 parent reviews
  • Reggio-Emilia and Montessori-inspired curriculum, aligned with local school standards
  • Two in-house chefs provide organic, chef-prepared meals daily
  • All-inclusive (diapers, wipes, formula) - no hidden costs for families

Considerations

    2
    Kindercare #1546
    96 Neverland Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035
    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 rated: Gold — highest SUTQ rating, meets rigorous curriculum and staff standards
    • National Accreditation Commission certified — independently verified quality
    • Director Amanda Harriff holds a Master's degree with 27+ years experience with children
    • Enrichment classes include Cooking Academy, Music Explorers, Phonics Adventures, and STEM Innovators
    • Parents praise staff as 'more like family' — one parent noted director offered free care during a family funeral
    • Nutritionist-developed meals included; KinderCare app for real-time parent communication

    Considerations

    • No Google reviews found publicly for this specific location
    • Corporate chain model — some families prefer independent or locally-owned centers
    3
    Children'S Discovery Place
    9331 South Old State Road, Lewis Center, OH 43035
    ★ 4.7 (20 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Bronze
    6.8/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    8
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    9
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    9
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Seven-time Step Up to Quality Award winner - top-rated in Ohio
    • Intentionally small classrooms with low child-to-teacher ratios
    • Specialty in infant and toddler care with Creative Curriculum
    • Science fairs, math events, Read-A-Thons, and music concerts for enrichment

    Considerations

      4
      All About Kids Childcare And Learning Center
      255 Green Meadows Dr. S, Lewis Center, OH 43035
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: NR
      6.4/ 10
      Safety
      7
      Curriculum
      8
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      5
      K-ready
      5
      Teachers
      8
      Compassion
      8
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • State-of-the-art facility with cameras in every room for safety
      • Creative Curriculum for ages 6 weeks to 12 years
      • Eco-friendly green center with recycling program and vegetable gardens
      • Before/after school programs, summer camps, and special curriculum events

      Considerations

        5
        The Learning Experience
        9158 S Old State Road, Lewis Center, OH 43035
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Bronze
        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 rated: Bronze — meets quality standards above baseline licensing
        • L.E.A.P. (Learning Experience Academic Program) Curriculum — hands-on activities for intellectual, social, and cognitive development
        • All-inclusive enrichment: yoga, music, fitness, science, soccer — no extra fees
        • Every teacher holds a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education
        • Licensed capacity of 92 children; serves 6 weeks to 12 years at 9158 S Old State Rd
        • Parents note attentive, caring staff and consistent communication with families

        Considerations

        • No Google reviews found publicly for this specific location
        • Corporate franchise model — some families prefer independent or locally-owned centers
        6
        Kindercare Learning Center
        8694 Oak Creek Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Bronze
        6.1/ 10
        Safety
        6
        Curriculum
        6
        Art/Music
        6
        Infant care
        6
        K-ready
        6
        Teachers
        6
        Compassion
        7
        Mgmt
        6
        Culture
        6
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — meets quality standards above baseline licensing
        • Serves 6 weeks to 12 years — full-range provider including infants, preschool, before/after school
        • Parent review: 'I am constantly amazed by the staff's genuine interest and the care they give to my kids'
        • Parent reports child excelled in Kindergarten due to Prekindergarten preparation at this center
        • Enrichment classes include Cooking Academy, Music Explorers, Phonics Adventures, and STEM Innovators
        • Nutritionist-developed meals included; KinderCare app for real-time parent communication

        Considerations

        • No Google reviews found publicly for this specific location
        • Corporate chain model — some families prefer independent or locally-owned centers
        7
        Olentangy Meadows Y-Club
        8950 Emerald Hill Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Silver
        6.1/ 10
        Safety
        6
        Curriculum
        7
        Art/Music
        6
        Infant care
        6
        K-ready
        6
        Teachers
        7
        Compassion
        6
        Mgmt
        6
        Culture
        5
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Olentangy Meadows Elementary — Ohio Step Up To Quality: Silver
        • Program emphasizes respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring — core YMCA character development values
        • Daily routine includes homework help, Active Science Program, reading, STEM activities, and arts
        • Part of YMCA Olentangy district program serving students since 1991
        • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

        Considerations

        • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
        8
        Ymca Alum Creek Y-Club
        2515 Parklawn Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035
        YMCA Child Care · Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Silver
        6.1/ 10
        Safety
        6
        Curriculum
        7
        Art/Music
        6
        Infant care
        6
        K-ready
        6
        Teachers
        7
        Compassion
        6
        Mgmt
        6
        Culture
        5
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Alum Creek Elementary — Ohio Step Up To Quality: Silver
        • Program includes homework assistance, STEM projects, literacy activities, and daily physical fitness
        • All staff complete background checks (FBI, BCI, abuse registries) and meet Ohio DJFS/ODE requirements
        • Part of Olentangy district program with Kindergarten Plus available on non-school days
        • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

        Considerations

        • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
        9
        Bright Beginnings At Berlin Church
        5175 S Old State Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: NR
        5.9/ 10
        Safety
        5
        Curriculum
        7
        Art/Music
        5
        Infant care
        5
        K-ready
        7
        Teachers
        6
        Compassion
        6
        Mgmt
        6
        Culture
        6
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • Christian-based preschool affiliated with Berlin Presbyterian Church
        • Multiple class levels for ages 3-K including Pre-K and Kindergarten Enrichment
        • Flexible attendance 2, 3, or 4 mornings/week to fit family schedules
        • Ohio-licensed childcare center with experienced director

        Considerations

          10
          Centerpoint Childcare
          6861 Bale Kenyon Rd., Lewis Center, OH 43035
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          5.9/ 10
          Safety
          6
          Curriculum
          6
          Art/Music
          6
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          5
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          7
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Christian-based ministry at 6861 Bale Kenyon Rd — integrates faith, academics, physical play, and relational learning
          • Serves infants through Kindergarten — covers the critical early years
          • Part-time enrollment available (as few as 2 days/week at discounted rate) — flexible for working families
          • Parent review: 'Our one-year-old has had an absolutely wonderful experience there. She has so much fun every time she goes'
          • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

          Considerations

          • SUTQ: Not Rated — no Step Up To Quality designation
          • No dedicated website; limited public program details — must contact directly
          11
          Ethos Childcare Center
          6861 Bale Kenyon Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: NR
          5.9/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          7
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          5
          Teachers
          6
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          6
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          8

          Strengths

          • Christ-centered environment through Ethos Church with weekly chapel experiences
          • Six age groups from infant through Pre-K with structured curriculum
          • Field trips, service projects, and family events throughout the year
          • Play-based learning with small classroom ratios

          Considerations

            12
            Freedom Trail Y-Club
            6743 Bale Kenyon Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
            Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: Bronze
            5.8/ 10
            Safety
            6
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            6
            Infant care
            6
            K-ready
            6
            Teachers
            6
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            5
            Culture
            5
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Freedom Trail Elementary — before/after school care since 1991 in Olentangy district
            • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — meets quality standards above baseline licensing
            • Program includes homework assistance, STEM projects, literacy activities, and daily physical fitness
            • All staff complete background checks (FBI, BCI, abuse registries) and meet Ohio DJFS/ODE requirements
            • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

            Considerations

            • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
            13
            Glen Oak Y-Club
            7300 Blue Holly Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035
            Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: Bronze
            5.8/ 10
            Safety
            6
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            6
            Infant care
            6
            K-ready
            6
            Teachers
            6
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            5
            Culture
            5
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Glen Oak Elementary — part of Olentangy district school-age program
            • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — meets quality standards above baseline licensing
            • Program includes homework assistance, STEM projects, literacy activities, and daily physical fitness
            • All staff complete background checks (FBI, BCI, abuse registries) and meet Ohio DJFS/ODE requirements
            • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

            Considerations

            • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
            14
            Shale Meadows Ymca Y-Club
            4458 North Road, Lewis Center, OH 43035
            YMCA Child Care · Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: Bronze
            5.8/ 10
            Safety
            6
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            6
            Infant care
            6
            K-ready
            6
            Teachers
            6
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            5
            Culture
            5
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Shale Meadows Elementary — Ohio Step Up To Quality: Bronze
            • Program includes homework assistance, STEM projects, literacy activities, and daily physical fitness
            • All staff complete background checks (FBI, BCI, abuse registries) and meet Ohio DJFS/ODE requirements
            • Part of Olentangy district program with Kindergarten Plus available on non-school days
            • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

            Considerations

            • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
            15
            Ymca Arrowhead Y Club
            2385 Hollenback Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
            YMCA Child Care · Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: Bronze
            5.8/ 10
            Safety
            6
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            6
            Infant care
            6
            K-ready
            6
            Teachers
            6
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            5
            Culture
            5
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Arrowhead Elementary — Ohio Step Up To Quality: Bronze
            • Program includes homework assistance, STEM projects, literacy activities, and daily physical fitness
            • All staff complete background checks (FBI, BCI, abuse registries) and meet Ohio DJFS/ODE requirements
            • Part of Olentangy district program serving students since 1991
            • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

            Considerations

            • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
            16
            Ymca Oak Creek Y-Club
            1256 Westwood Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035
            YMCA Child Care · Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: Bronze
            5.8/ 10
            Safety
            6
            Curriculum
            6
            Art/Music
            6
            Infant care
            6
            K-ready
            6
            Teachers
            6
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            5
            Culture
            5
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Oak Creek Elementary — Ohio Step Up To Quality: Bronze
            • Program includes homework assistance, STEM projects, literacy activities, and daily physical fitness
            • All staff complete background checks (FBI, BCI, abuse registries) and meet Ohio DJFS/ODE requirements
            • Part of Olentangy district program with Kindergarten Plus available on non-school days
            • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

            Considerations

            • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
            17
            Alum Creek Preschool
            6256 South Old State Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
            ★ 4.7 (4 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

            • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: NR — recognized quality program
            • Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community

            Considerations

              18
              Eastgate Ela
              7810 Graphics Way, Lewis Center, OH 43015
              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

              • Locally owned, values-driven academy at 7810 Graphics Way — approximately 10,000 sq ft facility opened January 2024
              • Play-based curriculum drawing on Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, Montessori, Froebel, and HighScope educational philosophies
              • Serves infants through school-age — full-range provider
              • Indoor gym, two exterior playgrounds, security/video systems, and on-site café
              • Three meals daily provided on-site; open 6:30am–6:00pm Monday–Friday

              Considerations

              • SUTQ: Not Rated — no Step Up To Quality designation
              • New location; limited track record at this specific site
              19
              Lewis Center Preschool
              1081 Lewis Center Road, Lewis Center, OH 43035
              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

              • Ministry of Lewis Center United Methodist Church at 1081 Lewis Center Road — faith-based community setting
              • Serves ages 3–5 plus Kindergarten enrichment for Olentangy-enrolled children
              • All staff trained in CPR, First Aid, Communicable Diseases, and Child Abuse — required background checks
              • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) — accessible to voucher families

              Considerations

              • SUTQ: Not Rated — no Step Up To Quality designation
              • Part-time schedule only (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) — not suitable for full-time working parents
              • Preschool and Kindergarten enrichment only; no infant or toddler care
              20
              Peachblow Crossing Ymca Y-Club
              4222 Piatt Road, Lewis Center, OH 43035
              YMCA Child Care · 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

              • YMCA of Central Ohio Y-Club at Peachblow Crossing Elementary — part of Olentangy district school-age program
              • Program includes homework assistance, STEM projects, literacy activities, and daily physical fitness
              • All staff complete background checks and meet Ohio DJFS/ODE requirements
              • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families

              Considerations

              • SUTQ: Not Rated — no Step Up To Quality designation
              • School-age only (K-5); not a full-day infant or toddler care option
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