Recognition of Excellence · Toledo, OH · 2026

University Of Toledo Child Care Center

1932 Birchwood Ave, Toledo, OH 43614
🏆 Ranked #22 in Toledo · 6.8 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best K-Ready
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Toledo. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
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University of Toledo Child Care Center, located on the UToledo campus at 1932 Birchwood Ave in Toledo, is a NAEYC-accredited 5-star center serving children from 18 months through age 10. The center's standout features include an onsite nurse, spacious classrooms, two outdoor playgrounds, and a full-size gym, along with a developmentally appropriate curriculum implemented with low teacher-to-child ratios. These institutional resources and accreditation reflect a strong commitment to quality early care and education for university families and the broader Toledo community.

Safety7.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion6.0
Management7.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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