Ultimate Preschool Guide

Preschools, child care and early learning programs around Cincinnati and Dayton, in their own words. Filter by your child’s age, where you live and the kind of program you want.

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Bethany School

Cincinnati North7:50 a.m. – 2:50 p.m.

Nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Glendale, Ohio is the beautiful and peaceful 23-acre campus and one-of-a-kind educational experience that is Bethany School.

Private

Bishop Leibold

Dayton South7:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

At Bishop Leibold School, we believe that your student’s early learning experience sets the stage for their educational future!

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Central Montessori Academy

Cincinnati West Side8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Central Montessori Academy is a private independent school offering toddler, preschool, kindergarten, and elementary classrooms in an authentic Montessori environment.

Private

Cincinnati Christian Schools

Butler County8:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Cincinnati Christian Schools, partnering with Christian families, provides a Bible-centered quality educational program to equip, train, and disciple students to follo…

Private

Cincinnati Christian Schools

Butler County

With 50 years of experience, CCS offers a safe and loving Christian environment, outstanding academic preparation for college and career, and a community of support th…

Private

Cincinnati Classical Academy

8:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Cincinnati Classical Academy provides a traditional, time-tested alternative to modern trends in education, offering a content-rich curriculum in the classical liberal…

Private

The CinDay Academy

Warren County9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

The CinDay Academy offers an educational experience that is both challenging and individualized by providing opportunities for the students to explore their interests…

PrivateMontessori

Creative Tots of Mason

Warren County

Celebrating nearly 20 years in Mason, Creative Tots blends joyful, play‑based learning with academic readiness in a warm, family‑centered environment.

Private

Creative World Montessori

Dayton South8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Creative World of Montessori focuses on the comprehensive education of students from age 3 through high school throughout the Dayton region and the greater Miami Valle…

Private

Guardian Angels School

Cincinnati East Side7:45 a.m. – 8:05 a.m.

Guardian Angels School provides a nurturing and caring learning environment for preschool and pre-k families, fully preparing them for kindergarten and beyond!

Private

Hillel Academy of Greater Dayton

Dayton South7:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Hillel Academy of Greater Dayton: Nurturing Tomorrow's Leaders with Jewish ValuesHillel Academy of Greater Dayton is a distinguished Jewish day school dedicated to pro…

Private

Linden Grove School

Cincinnati East Side

More than 30 years ago, Linden Grove School emerged as a nurturing, parent-driven sanctuary for students who needed an alternative to the conventional, uniform approac…

Private

Little Sprouts

Cincinnati East Side

Our program offers children choices in play and work, promoting individual exploration and peer learning.

Private

Mercy Montessori Center

Downtown Cincinnati8:35 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

For more than 50 years, Mercy Montessori has educated the whole child, developing a strong foundation for learning for students in preschool-8th grade.

Private

The New School Montessori

Downtown Cincinnati

Since our founding in 1970, we’ve interwoven Montessori principles, peace curriculum, and problem-solving concepts to provide a stimulating and nurturing school enviro…

Private

Rockwern Academy

Cincinnati East Side7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Located in the Kenwood area, Rockwern Academy serves students from 12 months through eighth grade.

Private

Skidaddles

Warren County6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Skidaddles offers convenient and reliable care that is available without reservation.

Private

Skyward Academy

Cincinnati North8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Skyward Academy was founded on the belief that not all students learn the same, so not all schools should be the same.

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