Parma Hts, OH · Cuyahoga · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Parma Hts, Ohio

Parma Heights is a historic Cleveland suburb that evolved from German farmland into a tree-lined residential community, with deep roots in the arts—its Cassidy Theatre has anchored local culture for generations. Incorporated as a city in 1959 after separating from Parma Township in 1911, the city is known for its parks, walkable neighborhoods, and community-focused charm that retains small-town character despite its proximity to Cleveland. We analyzed all 4 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Parma Hts, 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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Wild Roots Preschool & Daycare
6005 Landerhaven Drive, Suite B, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
7.5/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
8
Infant care
8
K-ready
8
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
8

Strengths

  • Creative Curriculum with play-based approach; enrichment classes in yoga, music, dance & gymnastics included in tuition
  • Infant & toddler program from 6 weeks with nurturing individualized care
  • Ohio OCCRRA-approved professional training site; degreed instructors for enrichment
  • Parents report: excellent teachers, staff, and owner - kids love it here

Considerations

    2
    Ukrainian Academy Inc
    6500 Pearl Rd, Parma Hts, OH 44130
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Gold
    6.7/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    7
    Art/Music
    7
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    8
    Culture
    8
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    7

    Strengths

    • First full-day Ukrainian childcare center in the USA - unique bilingual cultural environment
    • Open classroom with art, music, language development, pre-math, science, and dramatic play
    • SUTQ quality rating of 4; well-structured enrichment activities
    • 100% recommend rating on Facebook

    Considerations

      3
      Precious Angels Childcare Center
      6339 Olde York Rd, Parma Hts, OH 44130
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: Gold
      6.6/ 10
      Safety
      7
      Curriculum
      8
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      5
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      7
      Compassion
      8
      Mgmt
      7
      Culture
      7
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Staff praised as caring and professional - parents report children adore teachers and feel loved
      • Director highly responsive to parent concerns and questions
      • Real-time streaming video lets parents monitor child remotely
      • Ohio SUTQ Gold rated; 31+ years serving Parma/Parma Heights

      Considerations

        4
        Polyhedral Academy
        6500 Pearl Rd, Parma Hts, OH 44130
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Gold
        6.1/ 10
        Safety
        6
        Curriculum
        7
        Art/Music
        5
        Infant care
        5
        K-ready
        6
        Teachers
        7
        Compassion
        6
        Mgmt
        7
        Culture
        6
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • SUTQ Gold rated - highest Ohio quality designation
        • Licensed preschool at 6500 Pearl Rd in Parma Heights serving Cuyahoga County families
        • Early childhood education programs for young children in the Parma Heights community
        • Ohio-licensed program meeting all ODJFS childcare requirements

        Considerations

        • No public website found - limited program transparency for prospective families
        5
        Temple Emanu El Preschool
        4545 Brainard Rd, Orange Village, OH 44022
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Gold
        6.1/ 10
        Safety
        5
        Curriculum
        7
        Art/Music
        5
        Infant care
        5
        K-ready
        6
        Teachers
        7
        Compassion
        6
        Mgmt
        8
        Culture
        6
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • SUTQ 4-Star rated Jewish preschool; among highest-rated in Greater Cleveland area
        • Faculty all hold CPR, first aid, child abuse prevention certification; annual continuing education
        • Faith-based preschool exceeding Ohio childcare licensing standards

        Considerations

          6
          Ymca Divinity Learning And Enrichment Center
          11877 Blossom Ave, Parma Hts, OH 44130
          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 of Greater Cleveland before and after school enrichment at 11877 Blossom Ave, Parma Heights
          • Partnership with Divinity Lutheran Church; day camp in summer for ages 5-14
          • Safe and nurturing environment with YMCA quality standards

          Considerations

            7
            Right At School At Lander Elementary
            1714 Lander Rd, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
            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

            • Right at School at Lander Elementary, 1714 Lander Rd; licensed before and after school care
            • Flexible daily drop-in or 10-day punchcard enrollment; caring on-site educators
            • Disguised Learning activities; subsidized care accepted

            Considerations

              8
              Right At School At Millridge Elementary
              962 Millridge Rd, Highland Heights, OH 44143
              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

              • Right At School program provides enrichment activities and homework support before/after school
              • Staff praised as amazing - smooth transitions, safety-focused, caring environment
              • Working parents appreciate homework help and structured programming
              • Ohio-licensed before and after school care program

              Considerations

                9
                Right At School At Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School
                5384 Wilson Mills Rd, Highland Heights, OH 44143
                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

                • Right At School program provides enrichment activities and homework support before/after school
                • Staff praised as amazing - smooth transitions, safety-focused, caring environment
                • Working parents appreciate homework help and structured programming
                • Ohio-licensed before and after school care program

                Considerations

                  10
                  Play.Love.Learn, Llc
                  14383 Pearl Road, Stongsville, OH 44136
                  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

                  • State-licensed private preschool at 14383 Pearl Rd; founded 2017
                  • School readiness for toddlers, summer camp, and school-age programs
                  • Curriculum builds confidence, social skills, reading, writing, and practical life skills

                  Considerations

                    11
                    Right At School At Center School
                    6625 Wilson Mills Rd, Mayfield, OH 44143
                    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

                    • Before and after school enrichment at Center Elementary; state-licensed, subsidies accepted
                    • Disguised Learning activities: math, science, reading, arts, outdoor and community service
                    • Flexible enrollment: daily, 10-day punchcard; on-site homework help in age-grouped pods

                    Considerations

                      12
                      Right At School At Gearity Elementary
                      2323 Wrenford Road, University Heights, OH 44118
                      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

                      • Right at School licensed program at Gearity Professional Development School in CH-UH District
                      • Gearity serves grades PK-5 with STEM, Spanish, gifted, music and arts programs
                      • On-site after-school enrichment with Disguised Learning activities; subsidies accepted

                      Considerations

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