Best Preschools in Columbus

The Barrington School of Grandview offers a preschool program focused on interactive play and early learning for children aged 3 to 4. The team provides a nurturing environment with organic meals, music, Spanish, and gymnastics classes, while parents appreciate the warm communication and caring staff. Some note teacher turnover and staffing ratios as areas for improvement.

Kare-A-Lot Child Care has been nurturing children’s academic and emotional growth through the Creative Curriculum since 1984. The center offers a family-oriented environment with experienced staff, daily updates via Brightwheel, and meal services, creating a safe and supportive space where many parents feel their children truly thrive.

Licensed and Step Up to Quality rated, Little Buckeye Learning Center offers preschool, infant care, and after-school programs with a focus on engaging activities that support children’s physical, mental, and social growth. Families appreciate the caring, experienced staff and the safe environment, though some note that location changes can affect continuity.

Villa Montessori Preschool offers an early childhood program starting from infants as young as six weeks through age six, combining Montessori and Reggio Emilia curriculums tailored to each child’s needs. Families appreciate the nurturing environment, clear communication, and the school’s focus on fostering independence and kindness, though some note occasional delays in app updates.

Sprout Early Education Center emphasizes highly trained teachers who hold Childhood Development Associate credentials, ensuring knowledgeable care for young children. The center offers developmentally appropriate programming that engages children’s natural curiosity and supports social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Parents appreciate the attentive staff, clear communication, and a nurturing… more...

Sprout Early Education Center emphasizes highly trained teachers who hold Childhood Development Associate credentials, ensuring knowledgeable care for young children. The center offers developmentally appropriate programming that engages children’s natural curiosity and supports social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Parents appreciate the attentive staff, clear communication, and a nurturing environment, though some note the center’s popularity can make enrollment competitive.

Focused on nurturing positive character development, Kiddie Academy of Downtown Columbus offers age-specific programs using the Life Essentials curriculum to support intellectual, social, and physical growth. Families appreciate the clean, secure facility, attentive teachers, and daily updates, though some note occasional director transitions. The center also features engaging activities and a… more...

Focused on nurturing positive character development, Kiddie Academy of Downtown Columbus offers age-specific programs using the Life Essentials curriculum to support intellectual, social, and physical growth. Families appreciate the clean, secure facility, attentive teachers, and daily updates, though some note occasional director transitions. The center also features engaging activities and a well-equipped indoor playground.

Our Lady of Bethlehem School and Childcare is Columbus’ only Catholic school offering comprehensive care from six weeks through sixth grade, with flexible hours from 7 am to 6 pm. The preschool focuses on social, emotional, and academic development through a structured, faith-based curriculum. Families appreciate the attentive staff and strong communication, though parking can be challenging… more...

Our Lady of Bethlehem School and Childcare is Columbus’ only Catholic school offering comprehensive care from six weeks through sixth grade, with flexible hours from 7 am to 6 pm. The preschool focuses on social, emotional, and academic development through a structured, faith-based curriculum. Families appreciate the attentive staff and strong communication, though parking can be challenging during drop-off times.

Future Scholars Learning Academy focuses on faith-based preschool education, blending biblical teachings with early learning standards. The program includes language enrichment in Mandarin sign language and Spanish, with small group activities and free play to support development. Families appreciate the caring staff and strong communication, though reaching the center by phone can sometimes be… more...

Future Scholars Learning Academy focuses on faith-based preschool education, blending biblical teachings with early learning standards. The program includes language enrichment in Mandarin sign language and Spanish, with small group activities and free play to support development. Families appreciate the caring staff and strong communication, though reaching the center by phone can sometimes be challenging.