Best Daycares in Saint Marys, Ohio
Top 5 daycares ranked by our composite safety grade, based on state inspection data.
Why these daycares rank at the top in Saint Marys
This list highlights the highest-scoring daycares we currently track in Saint Marys. Rankings are based on the same inspection-driven methodology used across Ohio, so you can compare providers on safety rather than marketing language alone.
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A or B safety grades
5
Center-based providers
0
Accredited or Head Start providers
$961/mo
Infant center cost in AUGLAIZE
Market Notes
The current top-scoring provider in this city is HOLY ROSARY with a A grade and a 97.3 score.
Common provider types in Saint Marys include Licensed School-Based Preschool, Licensed Child Care Center.
The average provider in this market has 4.2 recorded violations, while 0 providers currently show none in the data we track.
Local cost and care context
AUGLAIZE accounts for the largest share of providers we track in Saint Marys, so its pricing is the best local benchmark on this page.
Infant Center
$961/mo
Preschool Center
$4/mo
Toddler Home Daycare
$714/mo
How to use this page
This ranking is driven by composite grade score, with stronger performers rising above facilities with more or more severe violations.
A spot on this page does not replace touring the provider, asking about staffing, and checking fit for your child.
If two providers look close, compare their full inspection timeline and violation mix before deciding.
Frequently asked questions about daycare in Saint Marys
How does a daycare make the best-of list in Saint Marys?
Providers on this page rise to the top because they have stronger composite safety scores than other daycares in Saint Marys. The score is based on official inspection history, with severe and repeated violations weighing more heavily than isolated minor findings.
Why might a daycare in Saint Marys not appear on this page?
This page only features the strongest-scoring providers we currently track. Some facilities may rank lower because of weaker inspection history, while others may not have enough data yet to surface near the top. HOLY ROSARY currently sets the pace for this market.
Should I choose a daycare from this list without touring it first?
No. Use this page as your shortlist, not your final answer. Tour the provider, ask about staffing stability, confirm hours and availability, and compare what you see on-site against the public inspection record.