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

  1. #1 — Maranatha Preschool Park Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — St Paul's Nursery School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Kozmic Korner Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Our Tribal Early Childhood Education Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Kid's University Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Color Our Rainbow Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Irma A Jones Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Empowered Early Learning Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Little Adventurers Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Ambc Little Learners Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Eastgate Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Boyer Kindergarten Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Early Learning Program Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Public school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  14. #14 — AMHA ECI Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Professional services, Business. View full profile →

  15. #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.