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Licensed Daycare in Waterville, Ohio

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Waterville?

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.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Waterville 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 Waterville typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Waterville?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Ohio avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Waterville

ChildCare Aware reports the Ohio average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Waterville 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: 42 kids

ZIP codes covered

43566 4

Program types in Waterville

Preschool Program

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Waterville licensed centers

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E Preschool

Explorer Kids Cleveland #50

Waterville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 34

N Group Care

Nurturing Hearts Springfield #207

Waterville

School Age (5+) Cap 81

T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Akron #216

Waterville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 36

Y Before/After School

Youngstown Little Scholars #41

Waterville

School Age (5+) Cap 17

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Waterville, Ohio?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Waterville, 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 Waterville?

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 Waterville 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 Waterville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Waterville?

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 Waterville 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.