Springfield, OH · Clark · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Springfield, Ohio

In the early 20th century, Springfield was known as the "City of Roses"—at its peak around 1919, the city's 33 greenhouses produced over 9.6 million roses annually, making Springfield the nation's leading rose production center before the industry declined in the 1950s. The city also earned the nickname "Champion City" for the Champion Reaper Company, founded by inventor William Whiteley in 1855, which revolutionized agricultural harvesting and brought industrial prosperity to Springfield, eventually becoming part of International Harvester. We analyzed all 30 Ohio-licensed childcare centers in Springfield, 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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11Dimensions scored
1,000+Reviews analyzed
59,190City population
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1
Risen Christ Lutheran Preschool
41 E Possum Rd, Springfield, OH 45502
Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Silver
6.5/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
5
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Ohio Step Up To Quality: Silver ? verified quality program
  • Nationally accredited by NLSA and member of Ohio District LCMS ? rigorous external standards
  • Over 30 years serving Springfield families (established 1992), with 3,000+ students educated
  • Serves preschool through 7th grade ? families can stay in one faith-based school community long-term
  • Positive parent reviews on GreatSchools (5.0/5, 4 reviews) and Private School Review (5.0/5, 2 reviews)
  • Christ-centered, Bible-based curriculum integrating academic excellence with character development
  • Special education support and extended care available

Considerations

  • No Google reviews on file ? limited public review footprint for a center of this tenure
  • Private school tuition applies ? cost may be higher than licensed childcare centers
2
Creative World Of Learning - Springfield
332 Kensington Place S, Springfield, OH 45503
★ 2.3 (7 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Gold
6.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
6
Teachers
8
Compassion
6
Mgmt
8
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Gold SUTQ rated; accepts PFCC vouchers
  • Licensed child care center serving the Springfield community
  • Open 6:30am–6:00pm Monday through Friday year-round

Considerations

  • 2.3-star Google rating (7 reviews) — below average parent satisfaction
3
Kindercare Learning Center #153
4560 Derr Road, Springfield, OH 45503
★ 5 (9 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
SUTQ: Bronze
6.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
6
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Perfect 5-star Google rating (9 reviews)
  • Nationally accredited KinderCare curriculum
  • Programs for infants through school-age children
  • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated

Considerations

    4
    Miami Valley Cdc- Fulton
    631 S. Yellow Springs Street, Springfield, OH 45506
    Licensed Child Care Center
    SUTQ: Gold
    6.3/ 10
    Safety
    5
    Curriculum
    8
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    5
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    8
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Head Start program; MVCDC has served Ohio families for over 60 years
    • Free and low-cost early learning for ages 6 weeks to 5 years in Clark County
    • Silver SUTQ rated; accepts PFCC vouchers

    Considerations

      5
      Miami Valley Cdc-St. Joseph
      819 Kenton Street, Springfield, OH 45505
      Licensed Child Care Center
      SUTQ: Gold
      6.3/ 10
      Safety
      5
      Curriculum
      8
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      5
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      8
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      8
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Head Start program; MVCDC has served Ohio families for over 60 years
      • Free and low-cost early learning for ages 6 weeks to 5 years in Clark County
      • Silver SUTQ rated; accepts PFCC vouchers

      Considerations

        6
        Miami Valley Cdc-Town & Country
        2430 Van Buren Ave, Springfield, OH 45505
        Licensed Child Care Center
        SUTQ: Gold
        6.3/ 10
        Safety
        5
        Curriculum
        8
        Art/Music
        5
        Infant care
        5
        K-ready
        6
        Teachers
        8
        Compassion
        6
        Mgmt
        8
        Culture
        6
        Class sizes
        0
        Extracurriculars
        6

        Strengths

        • Head Start program; MVCDC has served Ohio families for over 60 years
        • Free and low-cost early learning for ages 6 weeks to 5 years in Clark County
        • Silver SUTQ rated; accepts PFCC vouchers

        Considerations

          7
          Miami Valley Cdc-Springfield Children'S Center
          1450 S Yellow Springs Street, Springfield, OH 45505
          Licensed Child Care Center
          SUTQ: Gold
          6.3/ 10
          Safety
          5
          Curriculum
          8
          Art/Music
          5
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          6
          Teachers
          8
          Compassion
          6
          Mgmt
          8
          Culture
          6
          Class sizes
          0
          Extracurriculars
          6

          Strengths

          • Head Start program; MVCDC has served Ohio families for over 60 years
          • Free and low-cost early learning for ages 6 weeks to 5 years in Clark County
          • Silver SUTQ rated; accepts PFCC vouchers

          Considerations

            8
            Nightingale Montessori North Campus
            2525 North Limestone St, Springfield, OH 45503
            Montessori · Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: NR
            6.1/ 10
            Safety
            5
            Curriculum
            8
            Art/Music
            7
            Infant care
            5
            K-ready
            5
            Teachers
            7
            Compassion
            6
            Mgmt
            6
            Culture
            6
            Class sizes
            0
            Extracurriculars
            6

            Strengths

            • Montessori curriculum since 1978 — 45+ years of education
            • Serves pre-K through 12th grade
            • Ohio Step Up To Quality rated

            Considerations

            • Staff turnover and management issues noted in multiple employee reviews
            9
            Miami Valley Cdc- Early Childhood Education Center
            1001 E. John Street, Springfield, OH 45505
            Licensed Child Care Center
            SUTQ: Silver
            6.0/ 10
            Safety
            5
            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

            • Head Start program; MVCDC has served Ohio families for over 60 years
            • Free and low-cost early learning for ages 6 weeks to 5 years in Clark County
            • Silver SUTQ rated; accepts PFCC vouchers

            Considerations

              10
              Smart Start Academy Child Care & Learning Center Ii
              444 W Harding Rd, Springfield, OH 45504
              ★ 3.7 (9 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: Silver
              6.0/ 10
              Safety
              5
              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

              • Second location of Smart Start Academy; serves ages 6 weeks to 12 years
              • Ohio-licensed; bright, stimulating environment with professionally trained staff
              • Ohio-licensed childcare center accepting PFCC vouchers

              Considerations

              • Some parents report staff attitude and communication concerns
              11
              Shine Christian Preschool
              3850 Derr Road, Springfield, OH 45503
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: NR
              5.9/ 10
              Safety
              6
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              5
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              7
              Mgmt
              6
              Culture
              6
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Strong 1:9 student-to-teacher ratio ? better than Ohio's required 1:12 to 1:14, meaning more individual attention
              • Christ-centered, nurturing environment focused on spiritual, physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development
              • Positive parent feedback: 94% recommendation rating across available reviews
              • Flexible schedule options: two-day (ages 3-4) and three-day (ages 4-5) programs with morning and afternoon sessions
              • Early childcare available from 7:45 am for working families
              • Small, dedicated six-teacher team with a community-focused feel

              Considerations

              • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
              • Part-time only (mornings/early afternoons) ? not a full-day care option for working parents
              • No Google reviews found ? limited independent review footprint
              • Preschool-only program (ages 3-5); no infant, toddler, or school-age care
              12
              Pixie Playschool
              1801 Saint Paris Pk, Springfield, OH 45504
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: NR
              5.8/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              6
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              7
              Mgmt
              5
              Culture
              6
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Play-based learning approach in operation for over 40 years — long-established Springfield preschool
              • Parents praise warm, fun environment and wonderful teachers; children reported to love attending
              • Strong teacher communication noted; director puts significant thought into activities
              • Part-time morning hours (Mon-Thu, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm) — lower-cost preschool option
              • Ohio-licensed childcare center

              Considerations

              • No public third-party reviews on major platforms — limited independent verification of parent experience
              • Very limited hours (Mon-Thu mornings only) — not suitable for working parents needing full-day or Friday care
              • Primary website currently suspended — may indicate administrative or operational uncertainty
              • SUTQ: Not Rated — quality level not verified through Ohio Step Up To Quality system
              13
              Covenant Children'S Academy
              201 N Limestone St, Springfield, OH 45503
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: NR
              5.7/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              5
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              7
              Mgmt
              5
              Culture
              6
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Nationally accredited program — externally verified quality beyond state licensing
              • Developmentally appropriate, multicultural curriculum; promotes non-violence as a pattern for living
              • Founded 1951 — over 70 years serving Springfield families; Presbyterian-affiliated
              • Website testimonials: parents cite improved speech, letter and number recognition, and social development
              • Parents highlight smaller class sizes, exceptional teachers, and Christian environment as key strengths
              • Children reportedly excited to attend each morning; strong teacher-child relationships noted by families

              Considerations

              • Annual inspections partially compliant every year from 2022 through 2025 — issues addressed each time but pattern is consistent
              • SUTQ: Not Rated — quality level not verified through Ohio Step Up To Quality system
              • Student-teacher ratio of 18:1 reported in public records
              14
              Smart Start Academy Child Care & Learning Center Llc
              2105 Kenton Street, Springfield, OH 45505
              ★ 2.7    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: Bronze
              5.7/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              5
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              6
              Culture
              6
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Established 2010; serves ages 6 weeks to 12 years across two Springfield locations
              • Emphasizes professionally trained caregivers and bright, clean, stimulating environment
              • Ohio-licensed childcare center serving Clark County

              Considerations

              • 2.7-star Google rating — parent reviews cite staff and management issues
              15
              Celebration Station Preschool
              1504 Villa Road, Springfield, OH 45503
              Licensed Child Care Center
              SUTQ: NR
              5.6/ 10
              Safety
              5
              Curriculum
              6
              Art/Music
              6
              Infant care
              5
              K-ready
              6
              Teachers
              6
              Compassion
              6
              Mgmt
              5
              Culture
              5
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              6

              Strengths

              • Faith-based, fully certified preschool with small, personalized classes (licensed capacity 18)
              • STEAM-integrated curriculum including reading, writing, PE, dramatic play, arts, music, and indoor/outdoor free play
              • Christian nurturing environment; mission covers social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual development
              • Part-time schedule (M/W/F, AM and PM sessions) — lower-cost preschool option for ages 2.5 to 5
              • Licensed since 2010 — established Springfield program

              Considerations

              • Part-time only (M/W/F) — not suitable for families needing full-week or full-day care
              • 2022 annual inspection resulted in partial compliance (non-compliance fully addressed by November 2022)
              • SUTQ: Not Rated — quality level not verified through Ohio Step Up To Quality system
              16
              Christian Edu-Care
              1201 Maiden Lane, Springfield, OH 45504
              ★ 5 (1 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

              • Perfect 5-star Google rating
              • Christian faith-based learning environment
              • Ohio-licensed childcare center

              Considerations

                17
                Kids World Of Springfield
                2000 E. High Street, Springfield, OH 45504
                ★ 5 (2 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

                • Perfect 5-star Google rating (2 reviews)
                • Ohio-licensed childcare center

                Considerations

                  18
                  Little Sprouts
                  2331 Derr Rd., Springfield, OH 45503
                  ★ 5 (3 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

                  • Perfect 5-star Google rating (3 reviews)
                  • Ohio-licensed childcare center

                  Considerations

                    19
                    Mimi'S House Of Littles
                    4224 East National Road, Springfield, OH 45505
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.6/ 10
                    Safety
                    5
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    5
                    Infant care
                    6
                    K-ready
                    5
                    Teachers
                    6
                    Compassion
                    7
                    Mgmt
                    5
                    Culture
                    5
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • Shoe-free classroom policy — reflects attention to cleanliness and a safe indoor environment
                    • Daily routine includes outdoor time, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration
                    • Warm, attachment-focused approach: teachers cuddle, sing, and read to children as part of daily care
                    • Accepts publicly funded child care (PFCC) vouchers — accessible to subsidy-eligible families
                    • Ohio-licensed childcare center

                    Considerations

                    • SUTQ: Not Rated — quality level not verified through Ohio Step Up To Quality system
                    20
                    Right At School At Fulton Elementary
                    631 S Yellow Springs Street, Springfield, OH 45506
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    21
                    Right At School At Horace Mann
                    521 Mount Joy Street, Springfield, OH 45505
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    22
                    Right At School At Kenwood Elementary
                    1421 Nagley St, Springfield, OH 45505
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    23
                    Right At School At Lagonda
                    800 E Mccreight Ave, Springfield, OH 45503
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    24
                    Right At School At Lincoln Elementary
                    1500 Tibbetts Ave, Springfield, OH 45505
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    25
                    Right At School At Perrin Woods Elementary
                    431 W John St, Springfield, OH 45506
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    26
                    Right At School At Snyder Park Elementary
                    1600 Maiden Ln, Springfield, OH 45504
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    27
                    Right At School At Snowhill Elementary
                    531 W Harding Road, Springfield, OH 45504
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    28
                    Right At School At Simon Kenton
                    731 E Home Road, Springfield, OH 45503
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    29
                    Right At School At Warder Park-Wayne Elementary
                    2820 Hillside Ave, Springfield, OH 45503
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    5.4/ 10
                    Safety
                    6
                    Curriculum
                    6
                    Art/Music
                    6
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    6
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    6
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    4
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    6

                    Strengths

                    • On-site before/after school care at your child's own elementary school ? no transportation hassle
                    • Over 180 structured enrichment activities: math & science, reading & writing, arts, outdoor learning, and community service
                    • Dedicated homework help in age-appropriate pods ? kids often arrive home with homework already finished
                    • Flexible scheduling with before-school (from 6:30 am) and after-school (until 6:00 pm) options
                    • Financial assistance and subsidy vouchers (PFCC) accepted ? accessible to income-eligible families
                    • National company with standardized curriculum and staff training across all locations

                    Considerations

                    • BBB complaints (national level) cite billing disputes, supervision lapses, and staff-conduct concerns at some locations
                    • No SUTQ quality rating on record ? quality level unverified by Ohio's Step Up To Quality system
                    • Being bused to a different school site for some locations may be a concern for families expecting on-site care
                    30
                    Healthy Sprouts Building Blocks Early Learning Academy
                    1323 W Johnny Lytle Ave, Springfield, OH 45506
                    Licensed Child Care Center
                    SUTQ: NR
                    4.9/ 10
                    Safety
                    5
                    Curriculum
                    5
                    Art/Music
                    5
                    Infant care
                    5
                    K-ready
                    5
                    Teachers
                    5
                    Compassion
                    5
                    Mgmt
                    4
                    Culture
                    5
                    Class sizes
                    0
                    Extracurriculars
                    5

                    Strengths

                    • Licensed childcare center operating Monday through Saturday at 1323 W Johnny Lytle Ave, Springfield
                    • Overnight care available — one of very few Springfield centers offering 24-hour coverage for non-traditional shift workers
                    • Participates in subsidized child care program — accessible to income-eligible families

                    Considerations

                    • No SUTQ quality rating — program quality not benchmarked through Ohio Step Up To Quality
                    • Ohio licensing inspection records show Partially Compliant findings in both 2022 inspections, with non-compliance not addressed in October 2022
                    • No website found — limited transparency for families researching the program
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