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Licensed Daycare in Cincinnati, Ohio

84 licensed daycares in Cincinnati, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Ohio licensing records.

84
Licensed Centers
9
Infant Spots
$920/mo
Ohio avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Cincinnati

ChildCare Aware reports the Ohio average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Cincinnati vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Ohio families may also qualify for Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) (intake: (866) 886-3537).

Full Ohio licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Ohio Department of Children and Youth — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio
1:5
Toddler ratio
1:7
Preschool ratio
1:14
Avg capacity
69 kids

ZIP codes covered

45214 54 45219 15 45202 8 45229 7 45206 7 45205 7 45220 6 45252 5

Program types in Cincinnati

Licensed Group Child Care Home
12 centers
Before & After School Care
12 centers
Montessori
11 centers
Head Start
11 centers
Preschool
10 centers
Child Care Center
10 centers

All Cincinnati licensed centers

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L Head Start

Little Genius Lorain #299

Cincinnati

2 years - 12 years Cap 57
L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Cincinnati #307

Cincinnati

School Age (5+) Cap 82
L Preschool

Little Hearts Lorain #314

Cincinnati

Preschool (2-5) Cap 113
L Preschool

Little Hearts Toledo #8

Cincinnati

Preschool (2-5) Cap 28
L Family Daycare

Lorain Bright Beginnings #320

Cincinnati

School Age (5+) Cap 49
L Group Care

Lorain Bright Futures Daycare #313

Cincinnati

School Age (5+) Cap 38
L Preschool

Lorain Children's Place #322

Cincinnati

Preschool (2-5) Cap 61
L Before/After School

Lorain Cloud Nine Kids #300

Cincinnati

School Age (5+) Cap 112
L Montessori

Lorain Early Learning Center #318

Cincinnati

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 70
L Group Care

Lorain Generations Daycare #305

Cincinnati

School Age (5+) Cap 34
L Head Start

Lorain Kids First Academy #315

Cincinnati

2 years - 12 years Cap 32
L Licensed Center

Lorain Little Angels #303

Cincinnati

Infants & Toddlers Cap 23
L Group Care

Lorain Panda Kids Academy #297

Cincinnati

School Age (5+) Cap 112
L Before/After School

Lorain Playhouse Academy #308

Cincinnati

School Age (5+) Cap 108
L Montessori

Lorain Smart Start Academy #302

Cincinnati

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 76

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cincinnati, Ohio?
Our directory lists 84 licensed childcare centers in Cincinnati, Ohio, sourced from Ohio Department of Children and Youth — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Cincinnati?
Statewide averages in Ohio run roughly $920/month for infants and $700/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Cincinnati daycares?
All licensed Ohio centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:14 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Cincinnati typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Cincinnati?
Ohio families can apply for Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) (intake: (866) 886-3537). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Cincinnati daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Ohio Department of Children and Youth — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

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