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After School Programs in Columbus, OH are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 70 listed after school programs

Great Minds Learning Academy

It's a great daycare. Very good communication. Teachers are very good too. Director is very nice. If I could, I'd give it a 10.

- Ben S.

HAWTHORN ACADEMY

My child started going to Hawthorn Academy full time at 4 months old, and is now in Kindergarten and attends Hawthorn for daycare half day....

- Jovanna P.

Blended Minds Learning Academy

Blended minds is a friendly family oriented childcare center. They support and help families to the best of there abilities/needs. The...

- Quanisha H.

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Great Minds Learning Academy

2909 E 5TH AVE COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$250/mo
Faith based
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
Families should choose Great Minds Learning Academy as their childcare provider because we provide quality care, We are responsive in providing care for children. We have a lot of success stories with the children we care for. We are located right behind the Columbus International airport. You child will be safe with us and...

Ben S. says "It's a great daycare. Very good communication. Teachers are very good too. Director is very nice. If I could, I'd give it a 10."

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HAWTHORN ACADEMY

6740 CAINE RD COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(2)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
At Hawthorn Academy we strive to ensure the enriching social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development for every child in our care. As caregivers and educators, our mission is to provide a safe learning environment, which awakens a child’s natural desire to discover, create, explore, and become a lifelong learner. Hawthorn...

Jovanna P. says "My child started going to Hawthorn Academy full time at 4 months old, and is now in Kindergarten and attends Hawthorn for daycare half day. We have...

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Blended Minds Learning Academy

3777 SOUTH HIGH ST COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
+ 4 more
We’re a high-quality early learning center dedicated to helping children grow, play, and thrive. Our classrooms are nurturing, hands-on, and technology-enhanced—creating the perfect blend of care and learning. At Blended Minds, every child is prepared for kindergarten and beyond with confidence, curiosity, and joy.

Quanisha H. says "Blended minds is a friendly family oriented childcare center. They support and help families to the best of there abilities/needs. The curriculum is...

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Waiss Learning Center

2200 E DUB GRNVL RD STE A COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1060/mo
International
Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
+ 2 more
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AMERICA'S CHILDCARE LLC

3427 SOUTH BLVD COLUMBUS, OH

4.0(7)

State license verified

International
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs

Care Member says "My kids have been going here for 6 months now and my kids love it. I love each of their teachers. "

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H.Hills Learning Academy Two

2300 S HAMILTON RD COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Our center believes in helping and enhancing the first years of a child’s life. We aim to satisfy the developmental milestones that each child will reach and encourage their progress as well. We believe in the ability of nurturing and individual attention for each child,

Eunice .. says "very good. beautiful. the teachers are very nice. I can rate them a 10 out of 5 because they are the best. I love this school."

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Little Lions Learning Center

2149 CLEVELAND AVE COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Our mission is to Teach, Care, and give endless love to our children. At little lions we are an extended family who will do our absolute best to make sure ever family enrolled is satisfied. We are a 5 star center with qualified and quality teachers who follow the lesson plans and teach.

Jasmine C. says "My kids have been there for about 2 years now. They are really good, they help with transportation. One of my kids is in the preschool and other 2 go to...

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FOREST PARK CHRISTIAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER

5600 KARL RD COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$912/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Forest Park Christian Early Learning Center has been open for 39 years. It is our mission to provide a center where children, ages 18months - 5th grade, are safe to play, learn, gain Biblical understanding, and develop skills needed to succeed in Elementary School. We accept TitleXX and the new RISE Scholarship offered through...
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KIWI'S CLUBHOUSE, Upper Arlington

2025 HENDERSON RD STE 50 STE 50 COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Kiwi’s Clubhouse, Upper Arlington is proud to be the #1 destination for top-notch flexible childcare in Columbus, OH that provides both Full-Time and Part-Time/Hourly care! Whether you're seeking reliable childcare to fit your schedule or to provide your child with helpful programs to help them master skills they'll need in...
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DEBI'S DAY CARE CENTER

5504 E LIVINGSTON AVE COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$680/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We are a Family owned Childcare Center with over 90 years of combined experience. Our Center focuses on early education for our children; our future leaders. As we see our children learn a lot on their own in their first year without much help - so just imagine what they can learn with the help of adults that offer them the...
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Balanced Family Academy of Gahanna

1075 E JOHNSTOWN RD COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$1759/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are Central Ohio's premier early education and childcare academies, committed to serving families in our community. Our devoted team provides loving care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-K students. Our all-inclusive approach covers necessities like diapers, wipes, engaging extracurricular activities, and three...
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BUCKEYE CHILDCARE AND LEARNING SOLUTIONS

5930 SHARON WOODS BLVD # B COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool

Shai D. says "I'm actually picking my kid from there now and she's been there since November of last year. They're great and do a lot learning and teach them well. My...

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COVENANT CHILDREN'S CENTER

2070 RIDGECLIFF RD COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Covenant Children's Center offers part-time programs during the summer and the school year. Our school year programs follow the Upper Arlington Schools calendar. This summer we have a few remaining openings on Tu/Th from 9am - 1pm for children ages 3 - 5. For the 2023 - 2024 school year we have a few openings for children...

Mr. Chris A. says " Great school! Our eldest daughter is currently enrolled and soon our younger daughter will be. I really appreciate the student to teacher ratio. We’re...

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Blossom Trail - Kids Care Learning World

8594 SANCUS BLVD COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(2)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
A new Child Daycare Center in the Columbus/Polaris area. It is a state-of-the-art center providing the utmost care and learning opportunities for children of ages 6 weeks through 12 years with futuristic amenities in place

Krista K. says "I have a 3 year old attending now and our daughter was also there before kindergarten. The staff is very loving, caring and patient. My son has autism and...

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Royal Kids Daycare LLC

2650 Courtright Rd COLUMBUS, OH

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Child care
Day Care
We’re an award-winning early education center located steps from Braintree transit station. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and two private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.

Meynun A. says " They take care of my kids well, they teach them their alphabets and numbers. Great school"

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Daycare R Us

2241 AGLER RD COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$832/mo
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
We’re an award-winning early education center located steps from Columbus Ohio. Our facilities offer bright classrooms, private playgrounds. Your 6 weeks to 12y old will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. We are Montessori inspire program. WEEKEND...
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A Step in the Right Direction Literacy Learning Center

5817 BEECHCROFT RD COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

Special needs
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
At a Step In the Right Direction Literacy Learning Center, we have highly motivated teachers with their CDA's to provide a higher care and learning experience. Our goal is to help all preschoolers be prepared for kindergarten. We also offer homework assistance for school-agers. Finally, infants and toddlers are introduced to...
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HAWTHORN ACADEMY-GEORGESVILLE

420 GEORGESVILLE RD COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
At Hawthorn Academy we strive to ensure the enriching social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development for every child in our care. As caregivers and educators, our mission is to provide a safe learning environment, which awakens a child’s natural desire to discover, create, explore, and become a lifelong learner. Hawthorn...
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LITTLE BUCKEYE LEARNING CENTER - STELZER

407 STELZER RD COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Little Buckeye Learning Center was founded in 1971 and over the past 50 years has earned the love and respect of thousands of children, parents, and the communities we serve. Since our beginning, Little Buckeye Learning Center has grown and evolved to provide all the benefits of our changing culture and technology, while always...
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Columbus, OH

After-school programs near you in Columbus, OH vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Columbus, OH provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Columbus, OH may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

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