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Licensed Daycare in Mount Orab, Ohio

4 licensed daycares in Mount Orab, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Ohio licensing records.

4
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Care
$920/mo
Ohio avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Mount Orab listings updated May 2026 from official Ohio records.

Daycare in Mount Orab: what parents should know

Mount Orab has 4 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Preschool the most common type (about 25% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Ohio license at indexing time, sourced from Ohio Department of Children and Youth — Child Care Licensing.

For age coverage, 1 center in Mount Orab report infant care (roughly 25% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.

About 25% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

In total, Mount Orab providers are approved for approximately 260 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Mount Orab childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
260
Licensed child seats
1
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Mount Orab

ChildCare Aware reports the Ohio average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Mount Orab 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).

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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
65 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Mount Orab

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mount Orab, Ohio?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Mount Orab, 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 Mount Orab?
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 Mount Orab 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 Mount Orab typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Mount Orab?
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 Mount Orab 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.

Where to get childcare help in Mount Orab

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Local CCR&R agency

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Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Mount Orab, Ohio are compiled from official Ohio Department of Children and Youth — Child Care Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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