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Licensed Daycare in Springfield, Ohio

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

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 Springfield 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 Springfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Springfield?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Ohio avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Springfield

ChildCare Aware reports the Ohio average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Springfield 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: 77 kids

ZIP codes covered

45501 10 45505 7 45504 6 45503 5 45506 4 45502 4

Program types in Springfield

Preschool Program

3 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

3 centers

Head Start Center

3 centers

Before & After School Care

3 centers

Montessori School

2 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

2 centers

All Springfield licensed centers

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C Head Start

Columbus Discovery Preschool #293

Springfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 110

C Group Care

Columbus Primrose School #291

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 94

C Before/After School

Columbus Stepping Stones #294

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 88

F Infant Care

First Steps Columbus #295

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

H Family Daycare

Hamilton Children's Place #107

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 114

H Preschool

Hamilton KinderCare #109

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

H Head Start

Hamilton Primrose School #110

Springfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 80

H Group Care

Happy Days Hamilton Daycare #108

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 84

L Preschool

La Petite Academy Columbus #292

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Hamilton #111

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 111

L Group Care

Little Genius Toledo #119

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 57

P Licensed Center

Parma Bright Futures Daycare #286

Springfield

Infants & Toddlers Cap 28

P Before/After School

Parma Childcare Academy #283

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 67

P Head Start

Parma Learning Center #282

Springfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 85

P Infant Care

Parma Little Stars Daycare #284

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 88

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

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Springfield, Ohio?

Our directory lists 20 licensed childcare centers in Springfield, 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 Springfield?

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 Springfield 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 Springfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Springfield?

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 Springfield 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.