Toledo Day Nursery has been serving area families for 135 years.
We are proud of our accomplishments and the fact that we reach out to nearly 400 Toledo families each year, providing the highest possible quality childcare programs available.
We are currently updating this weekly. The mission of the Toledo Day Nursery is to provide children of working and student parents with quality, affordable child care programs devoted to enhancing the child's educational, social, emotional and physical development; to provide the parent with the child care resources to strengthen the family, and to serve as a role model and advocate for quality child care throughout the community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Toledo Day Nursery ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1871
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Toledo Day Nursery has been serving area families for 135 years. We are proud of our accomplishments and the fact that we reach out to nearly 400 Toledo families each year, providing the highest possible quality childcare programs available. We are currently updating this weekly. The mission of the Toledo Day Nursery is to provide children of working and student parents with quality, affordable child care programs devoted to enhancing the child's educational, social, emotional and physical development; to provide the parent with the child care resources to strengthen the family, and to serve as a role model and advocate for quality child care throughout the community.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Allison Gunn, has been recognized for her dedication as a director at Toledo Day Nursery. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Toledo Day Nursery often compared to?
Toledo Day Nursery is often viewed alongside schools like Toddlers School Iv by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Toledo Day Nursery?
Toledo Day Nursery famous alumni include: Allison Gunn, has been recognized for her dedication as a director at Toledo Day Nursery..
What is Toledo Day Nursery's ranking?
Toledo Day Nursery ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Toledo Day Nursery?
The application deadline for Toledo Day Nursery is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Toledo Day Nursery located?
Toledo Day Nursery is located in the Center City neighborhood of Toledo, OH.
School Reviews
5 5/6/2021
Dr. McCoy is a joy to work with. She really cares about my child, and listens to my concerns.
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