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Montessori Children's House

950 King Ave, Columbus, OH

Starting at $150/day

Montessori Children's House located in Columbus, OH provides Montessori education to preschool and kindergarten children in the Columbus area. The school specializes in children ages two and a half to six years old and offers 3-Day and 5-Day Montessori programs.

YMCA of Central Ohio

40 West Long Street, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $196/wk

At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That's why our Early Education programs are staffed with people who understand the cognitive, physical and social development of kids, the need children have to feel...

Childtime Learning Center

6660 Doubletree Av, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $183/wk


Letting Kids Succeed DC

444 E Broad St, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $196/wk

Letting Kids Succeed DC believes early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring and discovery. Preschool children are receptive and creative. The center's goal is to nurture and encourage these qualities in the children who attend.

Agora's Little Gems

400 W Broad St, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $180/wk

Agora's Little Gems Early Learning & Child Care located in Columbus, OH is a childcare and a center that provide a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a comprehensive program from Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool.

Columbus State Child Development Center

315 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $180/wk

Columbus State Child Development Center, located at 315 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter...

Bright Future Learning Academy

1302 W Mound St, Columbus, OH

Starting at $55/wk

We are a childcare center who, focus on the development of every child. Bright Future maintains a safe and healthy environment for children at all time. We use a creative curriculum that is used world wide to target all the domains of learning.

In-home Nanny

In-home Nanny

589 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH

Starting at $15/hr

I am available for childcare in my home in the Italian Village area. I have over 15 years experience with children. Monday-Friday full/part time availability with no more than two children in my home, which makes for a more attentive environment. This gives me the ability to have daily outings and...

Apple of God's Eye Christian Daycare and Preschool

2222 Eakin Rd, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $173/wk


Columbus Early Learning Centers

162 N Ohio Ave, Columbus, OH

Starting at $195/day

Columbus Early Learning Centers is a state-licensed child care facility that serves children and families residing in Columbus, Ohio. The company admits infants, toddlers, and preschool children. The company implements the Creative Curriculum with a strong focus on children’s physical, emotional,...

Margaret's Daycare

158 Dakota Ave, Columbus, OH

Starting at $11/hr

24 Hour care fun, loving, caring, professional, environment, providing healthy balance meals. Over 25 years experience through job and Family Service. Caring for 3 months to 10 year old children, $15/hr.

Brightside Academy, Inc.

Brightside Academy, Inc.

660 HarrisburgPike, Columbus, OH

Starting at $108/hr

The Foundation for All Learning: Brightside Academy lays the foundation for your infant to develop strong social skills and positive attitudes toward learning. For very young children, learning depends upon the relationships they form with adults in their lives. We provide daily opportunities for...

Mansion Day School

Mansion Day School

72 Woodland Ave, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $185/wk

Mansion Day School is a coeducational Preschool through 5th grade preparatory day school that embraces diversity and instills confidence. The school's challenging curriculum, affirming environment, and high expectations produce a foundation for global leadership development. The entire Mansion Day...

The INK Learning Institute Co.

The INK Learning Institute Co.

692 Chelsea Avenue, Bexley, OH

Costimate: $141/wk

The INK Learning Institute Co. is dedicated to the successful education of our children! We aim to make the discovery process a fun endeavor for both parents and children. We believe children learn best in environments that welcome their creativity and honor their inquisitive nature. The INK...

Harper's Childcare

Harper's Childcare

2467 Stafford Place, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $144/wk

Hello Welcome to Harper's Childcare. I am a certified Pre-K to 8th grade teacher. I believe in the whole child with an emphasis on assisting your child's growth with social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Your child will be in a safe secure environment to learn and grow in. I do...

KARE A LOT INFANT TODDLER DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC

3164 Riverside Dr, Columbus, OH

Starting at $884/mo

Kare A Lot Infant Toddler Development Center Inc. offers a positive beginning to a child’s education with quality programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school aged children. The center provides children to learn through active participation with hands-on experience through exploration and...

Tutor Time of Powell

Tutor Time of Powell

3731 Discovery Ln, Powell, OH

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Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day...

Grandmas Owl House Daycare

Grandmas Owl House Daycare

5116 Bixford Ave, Canal Winchester, OH

Starting at $35/day

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While we are a small in home daycare we pride ourselves on ensuring that your child receive all the benefits that going to a large private daycare provides and that they develop the close bonds that being part of a small child care family offers and make lasting friendships. School age children...
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"We love Grandma's Owl House Daycare. Renee is amazing. Our son asks to go, even on the weekends. He sees it as his second home. He can be very stubborn, but Renee is very patient and kind with him. I have no worries when he is there. They have preschool time, and...

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Rise To Shine In-home Daycare

Rise To Shine In-home Daycare

5309 Sundale Pl S, Columbus, OH

Starting at $150/wk

Hello! I am a mother of 3 boys, one 3 year old and soon-to-be-2 year old twins. My boys enjoy independent play often and working among themselves. All children in my home receive plenty of love and attention from me while developing social skills and relationships with the other children. Activities...

Jessica's In Home Care

Jessica's In Home Care

2132 Aurora Avenue, Lewis Center, OH

Costimate: $201/wk

Hello! My name is Jessica McMindes! I am a mommy to 3 kiddos (2 y/o boy, 4 y/o boy and 7 y/o girl). In our house we love to do arts and crafts, and lots of play! I currently babysit 2 little boys full time, but they are moving before the end of the year. I'm looking to help a new family (or...

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