Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Lima. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Culture
Earned the highest culture score in Lima. This dimension captures a sense of community, inclusivity, staff morale, and the feeling families describe when they walk through the door.
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The Preschool At Allentown is a faith-based, Ohio Step Up To Quality-rated childcare center at 4900 Allentown Rd in Lima, serving infants and children through preschool age. Parents consistently praise its welcoming staff and program quality, reflected in a robust 4.9-star Google rating across 18 reviews. The center's partnership model and faith-based environment provide a structured, family-oriented approach to early childhood care.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management6.0
Culture8.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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Best Culture
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