Licensed Daycare in West Union, Ohio
4 licensed daycares in West Union, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Ohio licensing records.
West Union listings updated May 2026 from official Ohio records.
Daycare in West Union: what parents should know
There are 4 licensed childcare providers on record in West Union, 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 West Union 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. 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.
About 25% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
Together, licensed providers in West Union report capacity for roughly 293 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
West Union childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in West Union
ChildCare Aware reports the Ohio average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in West Union 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 overviewQuick 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
- 73 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in West Union
Largest licensed centers in West Union
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All West Union licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in West Union
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
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1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programPublicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(866) 886-3537 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for West Union, 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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