Home Daycares in Ohio
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Small-scale child care in Ohio
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Ms. Shante
Great Outdoor SpaceSome people just know what they want to do from a young age, and I’m definitely one of them. My very first job was working as a teacher in a daycare center and opening my own home daycare is something I have wanted to do ever since! The best part of my job is that I get the opportunity to create a safe environment where kids can learn and have fun every day. Contributing to my community in such a special way is so special.
Ms. Tierra
Special Needs ExperienceThere is so much for a young child to learn, and it’s really exciting to help them map their journey. Getting to know each kid as an individual, and guiding them as they find their passion, is such a rewarding experience. Watching them grow into even more incredible human beings and knowing you played a part in that is the reason I love what I do every day. Taking care of children has always come quite naturally to me. When I was very young, my siblings and I started our own babysitters’ club. Becoming a mother (to a wonderful 16-year-old daughter) really reinforced my love of children, and I got licensed when I was helping out with my niece. Over the years, I’ve had the joy of meeting a lot of really awesome kids, and I’m looking forward to getting to know even more of them through this daycare!
Ms. Brandi
Faith Based ProgramThere is no limit to what young children can accomplish when they are properly nurtured. There is no greater joy than watching a child discover something for the first time—that moment when something clicks for them. Kids have so much natural curiosity and hope, and each child deserves to have a safe place they can thrive in and a trusted person to turn to in times of need. As a mother and a nurse, I have had a lifelong passion for caregiving. Working with kids has always had a special place in my heart. After having my youngest child, I realized how wonderful it would be to spend more quality time at home with them. This program was borne out of a desire to help others have this same special attention. Individualized education makes all the difference and can really jumpstart a child’s love of learning. At this program, the children will have the benefit of being looked after by an experienced nurse and a mother passionate about early childhood education.
Ms. Lisa
Small Class SizesHelping children find their rhythm in life is the most rewarding thing! It’s incredible to meet them when they’re young and watch them keep getting better. During the time that children will be in daycare, they’ll have so many wonderful experiences: the first friends they make, the first time they recognize a word, the first time they remember celebrating a holiday or their birthday. It’s so special to be there for those moments. Even before having my two-year-old daughter, I was always known as the reliable person who loved kids. Within my church community, I was always happy to help local families and babysit. There was one family in particular whose kids I helped raise for over eight years. Those kids changed so much during that time, and it was always a joy to see them grow.
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Ohio
There are 2 licensed home daycares in Ohio. Most parents don’t know that home daycare is regulated by the Department of Job and Family Services, just like the big preschool centers.
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Other daycares near Ohio
All of these nearby daycares are licensed by the Department of Job and Family Services. While they don’t work with NeighborSchools, you can visit the government website here to try to contact them directly.
123 Apple Tree
6300 Chandler St, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002200023243
Licensed for 12 since 2020
This provider runs a licensed Family Child Care program in Cincinnati. As with all home daycares in Ohio, her program is licensed by the Department of Job and Family Services, which ensures that she has completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. Home daycares like this are a great option for parents looking for small-scale, personalized child care.
Pamela Mason
6012 Roe St, Cincinnati, OH
License # 000000205932
Licensed for 12 since 2004
This home daycare in Cincinnati is led by Pamela Mason, a licensed Family Child Care educator. By choosing licensed child care, you can rest assured that the provider has passed a government-issued background record check, and that the home daycare environment has been inspected by the state licensing department. With a maximum of just 12 children, this program is a good option for parents close to home near Cincinnati.
A Break For Mom
3870 Reading Rd Apt1, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002170012900
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Home daycares like this one are a favorite with parents who want a small-scale child care program near Cincinnati. All daycares on NeighborSchools are fully licensed, so you know they’ve passed a background record check and educators have completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. This daycare takes just 12 children, so each child gets lots of individualized care while learning to socialize in a small group setting.
Ruby Jean Stamper
4450 Luann Ave, Toledo, OH
License # 000000503681
Licensed for 12 since 2006
Family child care provider Ms. Ruby runs this daycare out of her home in Toledo, Ohio. She is licensed by the state to care for up to 12 children, which means she has completed required trainings and continuing education hours. Family child care programs can be a great fit for parents that want their child to get lots of individualized care and attention.
Cheryl Denise Wilson
648 Fernwood Ave, Toledo, OH
License # 000000503972
Licensed for 12 since 2008
A small, local home daycare in nearby Toledo, Ohio led by Ms. Cheryl. Many parents choose home daycares because the small group sizes can be great for infant and toddler development, and they are often more affordable than preschool centers. This child care program takes just 12 kids.
A Heart 4 Kids Childcare & Learning Center
3914 Prescott Ave, Dayton, OH
License # 002200022922
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Parents looking for a small-scale child care often prefer home daycares, like this one in Dayton, Ohio. Better ratios, more flexible schedules, and lots of love for the little ones are the keys. Most daycares take a mix of ages, which helps with childhood development as infants learn from toddlers, and the preschoolers act as role models for the babies. And this daycare takes a maximum of 12 kids total!
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Carole Claus
4307 Bellevista, Toledo, OH
License # 000000503390
Licensed for 12 since 2005
Abc Clubhouse
1736 Burkewood Drive, Sidney, OH
License # 002180019001
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Pershawna Garrett
1129 Kinzie St, Akron, OH
License # 000000106934
Licensed for 12 since 2008
All My Angels
657 Prospect Ave, Lima, OH
License # 002210025464
Licensed for 12 since 2022
All Nestled Inn Fcc
142 Township Road 158, Chesapeake, OH
License # 002200022001
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Fadilatou Amidou
3054 West Tower Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
License # 000000200243
Licensed for 12 since 2011
Alpha 2 Omega
4931 Corinth, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002200022518
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Alva Little Angels Daycare
6574 Ashlar Ave, Hubbard, OH
License # 002180018847
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Amanda's Daycare "Here We Grow"
1042 E. Second St., Defiance, OH
License # 002210024896
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Amber Smith
434 East Water Street, Greenville, OH
License # 002170015677
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Andrea Francis
4422 West 143rd St, Cleveland, OH
License # 000000300547
Licensed for 12 since 2014
Angel Land Here Llc
1082 Roslyn Ave, Akron, OH
License # 002170016022
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Angela Palmer
49003 Ozark Eddy Bridge Road, Jerusalem, OH
License # 000000400149
Licensed for 12 since 2011
Debra Gregg
166 Richmond Rd. Richmond, Hts., OH
License # 000000300352
Licensed for 12 since 2012
Arrah's Luv'n Home Daycare
1257 East 89th Street, Cleveland, OH
License # 002180018524
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Arrows Play Learning Center
621 Majestic Dr., Dayton, OH
License # 002170012484
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Auntie Bunny's Childcare Elc
515 Merriman Road, Akron, OH
License # 002190019899
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Auntie Jacque Childcare
1609 Moreland Drive, Steubenville, OH
License # 002170015756
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Babyland Daycare
1551 Yarmouth Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002170014506
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Beckers Wonderkids
209 High St Seven, Mile, OH
License # 002180017003
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Beehive Childcare And Learning Center, Llc
244 Glenwood Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002180016971
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Betty Boos Childcare
4355 St Lawrence, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002180016864
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Big Fish Preschool
9069 St. Rt. 571, Arcanum, OH
License # 002190020658
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Jameka Parker
5390 Weyburn Dr, Trotwood, OH
License # 000000201417
Licensed for 12 since 2016
Bloom And Grow Christian Family Early Childhood Education And Development Center
2196 Eastgate Commons Dr., Akron, OH
License # 002170016572
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Brenda Booker
3034 Percy Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
License # 000000205730
Licensed for 12 since 2002
Brickner Childcare Llc
328 Ella Street, Tiffin, OH
License # 002210025208
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Trina Bridget
1850 Taylor Rd E., Cleveland, OH
License # 000000307780
Licensed for 12 since 2009
Brighter Tomorrow Child Care
4560 Hill, Toledo, OH
License # 002190020334
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Brown Bear Childcare
5674 Garfield Ave Maple, Hts, OH
License # 000000307349
Licensed for 12 since 2008
Bubble Babies Learning Center, Llc
6262 Banning Road, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002200022236
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Charlene Hix
7141 Stine Rd, Enon, OH
License # 000000410397
Licensed for 12 since 2008
Building Blocks Developement Center
1750 Queen City Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 000000207799
Licensed for 12 since 2010
Nekeesha Foreman
1819 Harvard Blvd, Dayton, OH
License # 000000201264
Licensed for 12 since 2016
Patricia Bechstein
2512 Bending Willow Dr., Kettering, OH
License # 002190020026
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Caterpillars To Butterflies Academy
9507 Quebec, Cleveland, OH
License # 002170012966
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Cathy Duckson
3632 Swauger Valley Rd, Portsmouth, OH
License # 000000409101
Licensed for 12 since 2004
Ccdc Family Childcare Llc
2593 Fenton Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002220025675
Licensed for 12 since 2022
Cheryl Miller
1518 Lillian Lane, Columbus, OH
License # 002220025741
Licensed for 12 since 2022
Childrens Palace Child Care Llc
5441 Lee Rd Maple, Hts., OH
License # 002170013019
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Childrens World Llc
1722 Queen City Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002180016751
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Christy Compton
758 2nd Street Se New, Philadelphi, OH
License # 000000100204
Licensed for 12 since 2009
City View Childcare Center Llc.
716 City View Ave., Akron, OH
License # 002190020675
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Cloud's Loving Touch Child Care
228 Sturgis Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002210024364
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Edward Colbert Jr.
1609 N. Erie St., Toledo, OH
License # 000000503919
Licensed for 12 since 2008
Colorusblended Family Childcare
769 Clanora Drive, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002190020376
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Angelique Dioum
3137 Jake Pl, Columbus, OH
License # 000000400792
Licensed for 12 since 2014
Connie Collins
35 Glendale Ave, Fremont, OH
License # 000000501404
Licensed for 12 since 1989
Constance Brinson
2559 W. Northbend Road, Cincinnati, OH
License # 000000206796
Licensed for 12 since 2006
Traci Poellnitz
3054 Mentor Ave., Cincinnati, OH
License # 000000200328
Licensed for 12 since 2012
Crickett's Corner Childcare Ii Llc
19316 Stockton Avenue Maple, Heights, OH
License # 002210024814
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Crossway Childcare Learning Center
116 N D St., Hamilton, OH
License # 002190020444
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Nicole Gibson
445 Knecht Dr., Dayton, OH
License # 002180018285
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Debbie James
395 East Mark Street, Marion, OH
License # 000000406957
Licensed for 12 since 2001
Debra Stanley
1920 Eastgate, Toledo, OH
License # 000000500197
Licensed for 12 since 2013
Penny Dempsey
361 Madison Dr N West, Jefferson, OH
License # 000000410440
Licensed for 12 since 2008
Deniece Overton
1822 Upton, Toledo, OH
License # 002190021102
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Nakita Mcdonald-Stout
1122 Gribbin Lane, Toledo, OH
License # 000000503026
Licensed for 12 since 2004
Diana's Little Ducklings
6626 Henderson Rd, Ravenna, OH
License # 002190019859
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Sherry Diaz
207 Grape Street, Fostoria, OH
License # 000000502956
Licensed for 12 since 2002
Donna Sedlock
849 Vernice Drive, Toledo, OH
License # 000000501711
Licensed for 12 since 1991
Dotty's Day Care
1735 Chase Ave., Cincinnati, OH
License # 002170012591
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Downtown Daycare
508 E Mainst, Bellevue, OH
License # 002180017799
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Dream Big Child Care
874 Dawson Rd, Akron, OH
License # 002210023962
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Eager Minds Childcare
2961 Snow Hill Rd Sw Washington Court, House, OH
License # 002200023223
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Carlet Turner
20804 Franklin, Maple, OH
License # 000000307728
Licensed for 12 since 2008
Elite Early Learning Center
5942 Glenway Ave, Cincinanti, OH
License # 002180017744
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Elsa E Munoz
517 Tenney Ave, Campbell, OH
License # 002210024798
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Erica's Learning And Childcare
706 Prospect Street, Berea, OH
License # 002210025282
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Tesheia Thomas
142 Kinsey Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
License # 000000205323
Licensed for 12 since 2002
Evening & Morning Child Care Services
9149 Hill Road South, Pickerington, OH
License # 002200023414
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Evening Dreams Child Care, Llc
1232 Honodle Avenue, Akron, OH
License # 002190020270
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Kjelli Holmes
5545 San Juan Dr, Toledo, OH
License # 000000503826
Licensed for 12 since 2007
Flora White
2245 N. Glenwood Ave, Lima, OH
License # 000000500033
Licensed for 12 since 2010
Carmen Garcia
162 Norton Rd, Columbus, OH
License # 000000400920
Licensed for 12 since 2015
Frazier's Fun-Damentals Child Care
551 Vernonview Drive Mt, Vernon, OH
License # 002210025413
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Fundamental Homes For The Little Ones
113 Union St, Bedford, OH
License # 002190019356
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Maylin Wattley
660 Williamsville Ave, Toledo, OH
License # 000000504068
Licensed for 12 since 2009
Funsize Imagination Childcare Llc
748 Froome Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002190019792
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Camela Gail Montana
7100 Pinecrest St. Ne, Canton, OH
License # 000000100131
Licensed for 12 since 2012
Gigi's Daycare
3213 Buell Street, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002170014694
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Golden Rule Daycare Llc
3209 Hanna Ave, Cincinnati, OH
License # 002200022042
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Gray's Creative Learning Daycare
3927 Farrell Dr., Cincinnati, OH
License # 002190021052
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Shawnda Slaughter
4117 E. 93rd St, Cleveland, OH
License # 000000307974
Licensed for 12 since 2008
Delmer Tuttle
1232 E. Southern Ave., Bucyrus, OH
License # 000000400537
Licensed for 12 since 2013
Amber Scarberry
96 W Main St, Martinsville, OH
License # 000000201281
Licensed for 12 since 2016
Helping Hands Childcare
4225 County Road 24 Mount, Gilead, OH
License # 002200021970
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Desire Hicks
2459 Maplewood, Toledo, OH
License # 000000500221
Licensed for 12 since 2013
Holly Ulrich
8634 Township Road 189, Kenton, OH
License # 002190020068
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Esther Katanic
6199 Wadsworth Rd., Medina, OH
License # 000000306054
Licensed for 12 since 2002
Home Like Daycare
1335 W. Waterloo Rd, Akron, OH
License # 002190020977
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Cynthia Woods Sanders
6094 Dunham Road Maple, Hts, OH
License # 000000307109
Licensed for 12 since 2006
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