Best Daycares in Akron, OH — 2026 Rankings
We ranked 15 daycares and childcare centers in Akron based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.
Top Daycares in Akron
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#1 — Maranatha Preschool Park Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#2 — St Paul's Nursery School Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#3 — Kozmic Korner Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →
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#4 — Our Tribal Early Childhood Education Center Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →
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#5 — Kid's University Preschool Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#6 — Color Our Rainbow Academy Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#7 — Irma A Jones Preschool Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#8 — Empowered Early Learning Academy Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#9 — Little Adventurers Academy Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →
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#10 — Ambc Little Learners Preschool Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, School, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#11 — Eastgate Preschool Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#12 — Boyer Kindergarten Center Score: 11/100
Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →
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#13 — Early Learning Program Score: 11/100
Programs: Preschool, Public school, Elementary school. View full profile →
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#14 — AMHA ECI Score: 11/100
Programs: Preschool, Professional services, Business. View full profile →
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#15 — Head Start Child Development Center Score: 11/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →
Frequently asked questions
- Who is the #1 daycare in Akron?
- Maranatha Preschool Park is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Akron based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
- How are daycares ranked in Akron?
- Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
- How much does daycare cost in Akron?
- Childcare costs in Akron vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.