Safety8
Curriculum8
Art/Music5
Infant care8
K-ready8
Teachers9
Compassion9
Mgmt6
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- Full continuum from infants through kindergarten and school-age care
- Parents praise wonderful teachers and strong child development focus
- Emphasis on safety with strong safety and daily curriculum structure
- Children develop wonderful relationships in a welcoming environment
Considerations
2
7.4/ 10
Safety7
Curriculum9
Art/Music8
Infant care7
K-ready8
Teachers8
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- NAEYC Accredited — national gold standard for early childhood education quality
- Ohio SUTQ Gold rated — top state quality tier
- Uses Creative Curriculum® aligned with Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards and Science of Reading
- Serves children 6 weeks to 5 years with distinct Infant, Toddler, and Preschool programs
- Enrichment includes Spanish, music, movement, art, sign language, and mindful living in preschool program
- Infant program features individualized schedules, specialized play areas, music and signing enrichment
- Established since 1987 — nearly 40 years serving the Cleveland/Shaker Heights area
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum9
Art/Music8
Infant care8
K-ready6
Teachers9
Compassion6
Mgmt9
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up to Quality 5-star rating - highest in the state
- Multilingual staff (Russian and Spanish speakers) - accessible to diverse families
- Curriculum incorporates music, art, and natural science alongside literacy and math
- Full-day, year-round programming for children 6 weeks to 5 years
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music7
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt7
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
- NAEYC accredited — national accreditation designating highest quality early childhood standards
- Research-based curriculum designed to build kindergarten readiness and Confidence for Life
- Serves 6 weeks through 12 years including infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, before/after school, and break camps
- SproutAbout live classroom video streaming available for parents
- Optional enrichment electives: music, phonics, Spanish, yoga, soccer, and handwriting/math
- Experienced leadership: director with ECE degree and 14+ years experience; assistant director with CDA and 26+ years
- Part of national KinderCare Learning Centers network with strong parent satisfaction history
Considerations
- No public Google review count readily available for this specific location
Safety5
Curriculum8
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion6
Mgmt8
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Gold — recognized quality program
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum8
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion6
Mgmt8
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Gold — recognized quality program
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum8
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion6
Mgmt8
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Gold — highest recognition level
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
- Exclusive collegiate-based curriculum combines advanced academics with enriched childcare
- Serves broad age range: 3 weeks through 14 years — covers infant through school-age in one center
- After-school tutoring program available
- Enrichment activities include arts and crafts, gymnastics, and Soccer Shots
- Staff selection based on ECE educational background, experience, and personal qualities
- All staff trained and certified in CPR, First Aid, Communicable Diseases, and Child Abuse Prevention
- A+ BBB rating; parent reviews describe it as 'one of the best daycares in Mayfield Heights area'
- Advanced technology programs integrated into curriculum
Considerations
- No public Google review count readily available
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt7
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- Advanced technology programs and after-school tutoring available
- Arts and crafts, computer lab, and enrichment activities
- Serves infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children
- Ohio-licensed center in the heart of Shaker Heights
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music7
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Director holds a Bachelor in Early Childhood Development with 14+ years ECE experience; assistant director has 26+ years experience and CDA credential
- Full continuum from 6 weeks through 10 years (infants through before/after school care)
- Elective enrichment programs available: Handwriting, Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, and Yoga
- SproutAbout app provides live video streaming of child's classroom to parent mobile devices
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers9
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- On-site at NASA Glenn Research Center — purpose-built facility for federal employees and contractors
- High Scope Curriculum — research-based approach encouraging questioning, motor skill development, and social play
- Established 1985 with kindergarten (1994) and summer camp (1996) programs added over the decades
- Small teacher-to-child ratios with individualized attention; staff include educators with 20+ years tenure
- Music and physical education integrated into programming; seasonal outdoor activities year-round
- Non-profit organization; Ohio ODJFS licensed
Considerations
- Access restricted to badged NASA Glenn civil servant and contract employees — not open to the general public
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music7
Infant care6
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Silver — recognized quality program
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
- Unique 'Eduplay' concept: children learn in a kid-sized replica town with playhouses, costumes, and educational manipulatives
- Experience Early Learning curriculum used across all age groups (Sprouts, Cruisers, Explorers)
- Discovery learning philosophy combining education and imaginative play
- Serves 6 weeks through age 5
- Small, boutique center with individual attention focus
Considerations
- No before/after school care — ages 5 and under only
12
6.1/ 10
Safety5
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care2
K-ready8
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: NR — Ohio-licensed center
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
- Operated by Cleveland Metroparks — one of Ohio's most respected park systems
- Nature immersion as core pedagogy: children learn through daily outdoor exploration and HIKE/EXPLORE segments
- Inquiry-based curriculum aligned with Ohio Department of Education Early Learning Content Standards
- Whole-child philosophy develops kindergarten readiness including problem-solving, independence, and confidence
- Serves ages 3–5 (potty-trained) with morning and afternoon session options
- Expert Early Childhood educators with environmental education integration
- Located within scenic North Chagrin Reservation — exceptional natural classroom setting
- Summer extended sessions (3-week camps) available
Considerations
- Part-day, part-year program only — not a full-day childcare solution
- No infant or toddler programming; ages 3–5 only
- No SUTQ quality star rating (NR designation)
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music7
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Custom-designed educational curriculum with structured classes for all age groups (6 weeks to 12 years)
- Spanish language instruction included
- Accommodations available for special needs children
- All staff CPR and First Aid certified
- Nutritional breakfast, snacks, and catered lunch/dinner options provided
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Established 1971 — over 50 years serving the Richmond Heights community
- Low 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio with 3 teachers — high individual attention
- Christian-based holistic approach nurturing educational, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual development
- Serves ages 0-6 months through 8+ years; full-year, school-year, summer, and after-school programs
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion5
Mgmt5
Culture4
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality 4-star rated — high quality recognition
- Christian-based organization serving children 6 weeks through 11 years
- Curriculum-based programs beginning at 3 months; Preschool Academy designation
- Full continuum: infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, before/after school, and summer camp
- Classroom computers and outdoor playground available
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
- Award-winning early education center steps from Van Aken district in Shaker Heights
- Serves full age range: infants, younger toddlers, older toddlers, preschool, and school-age children
- Staff hold CDA (Child Development Associate), ECE, CPR, and First Aid certifications
- Features interactive classrooms and a private playground
- Extended hours: Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Kindergarten readiness program offered
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers
Considerations
- Very limited public reviews — only 1–8 reviews found across platforms; one negative review cited staff yelling
- Website (lovingcupkidsacademy.com) redirects to a 'coming soon' placeholder — limited online transparency
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music7
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
- Black-owned and community-rooted center established in 2023
- Director Brittney holds Associate degree in Early Childhood Education with 6 years childcare experience
- Offers music, dance, art, and physical education as enrichment activities
- Camp programs and summer care available
- Staff CPR and first aid certified
- Outdoor play space available; meals provided
- Kindergarten program offered
Considerations
- Relatively new center (opened 2023) — limited track record
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music7
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Ohio Step Up To Quality rated: Bronze — recognized quality program
- Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
- Creative arts focus integrated into preschool programming — full name is 'Chappell's Childcare Center and Creative Arts Preschool'
- Emphasizes a secure, loving, and nurturing environment for all children
- Variety of early learning programs tailored to advance development across age groups
Considerations
- Very limited website content — minimal transparency about programs, staff, or curriculum details
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care5
K-ready5
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Established 1995 — nearly 30 years serving the Cleveland area
- Research-based curriculum promoting exploration and discovery; meals provided
- Ohio-licensed childcare center serving the local community
Considerations
- No public website found — very limited online transparency
- No SUTQ quality star rating (NR designation)
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care2
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- KCE Champions before- and after-school care program — operates inside local school building for convenience
- Serves ages 5-10 (K-5) with integrated learning through art, dramatic play, math, science, and language activities
- Seasonal and summer programs (Champ Camp) available for full-day non-school-day coverage
- Flexible scheduling (1-5 days/week) and drop-in care options
- Accepts Ohio PFCC childcare assistance vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care2
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- KCE Champions before- and after-school care program — operates inside local school building for convenience
- Serves ages 5-10 (K-5) with integrated learning through art, dramatic play, math, science, and language activities
- Seasonal and summer programs (Champ Camp) available for full-day non-school-day coverage
- Flexible scheduling (1-5 days/week) and drop-in care options
- Accepts Ohio PFCC childcare assistance vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care2
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- KCE Champions before- and after-school care program — operates inside local school building for convenience
- Serves ages 5-10 (K-5) with integrated learning through art, dramatic play, math, science, and language activities
- Seasonal and summer programs (Champ Camp) available for full-day non-school-day coverage
- Flexible scheduling (1-5 days/week) and drop-in care options
- Accepts Ohio PFCC childcare assistance vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care2
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- KCE Champions before- and after-school care program — operates inside local school building for convenience
- Serves ages 5-10 (K-5) with integrated learning through art, dramatic play, math, science, and language activities
- Seasonal and summer programs (Champ Camp) available for full-day non-school-day coverage
- Flexible scheduling (1-5 days/week) and drop-in care options
- Accepts Ohio PFCC childcare assistance vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care2
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- KCE Champions before- and after-school care program — operates inside local school building for convenience
- Serves ages 5-10 (K-5) with integrated learning through art, dramatic play, math, science, and language activities
- Seasonal and summer programs (Champ Camp) available for full-day non-school-day coverage
- Flexible scheduling (1-5 days/week) and drop-in care options
- Accepts Ohio PFCC childcare assistance vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
Considerations
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