Smart Steps Children's Academy
Daycare center in Dayton, OH. 3735 Salem Ave., Dayton, OH 45406
About the program
Smart Steps Children's Academy is a licensed daycare center in Dayton, Ohio. Its licensed capacity is on the state record.
Smart Steps Children's Academy is a Dayton-based child care center serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
The program follows a play-based approach, states Preschool Promise accreditation and includes meals.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Smart Steps Children's Academy does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $742 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →Ohio publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.
What parents say
My son has been going here for a little more than a year. He’s had a few different teachers and has moved up to his second class. I would just like to say, as a mom with little to-no village, this SSCA Center has brought me so much peace & security. It is truly a fun, caring, growth fulfilling, SAFE space for my son! And me! Communication can slack for anyone… no one is perfect. INSTEAD I love the vibes and…
Kelli Knapp · 5/5 on Google · 8 months agoRecently had my son there was good overall. However the young girls they hire don’t always keep up with the kids from being dirty, they’re kind to the kids but don’t really clean them..wipe noses etc.. facility is clean. Could be better communication from shift to shift. They sometimes lose your child’s items or switch there items. But that’s bc communication is off. We left, bc a worker who wasn’t watching the door…
Bobby Harris · 3/5 on Google · a year agoMy daughter has not started yet, but the process of joining, and the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, especially Chantel (I hope that’s how you spell her name) has been amazing! My schedule isn’t ideal, my child wont be a full time member, but she was willing to work with me. What a life saver they have been. I can only assume that my child will have a good time when she attends.
Brittany Anderson · 5/5 on Google · 4 years agoA great Family owned business and very professional. Leaves you with a sense of peace that your child is in great hands. No doubt one of the best daycare centers in Dayton, Ohio. Very hands on and very strong on getting your child on the right track for school readiness.
Dazaray Crawford · 5/5 on Google · 4 years agoGetting there
3735 Salem Ave., Dayton, OH 45406
Questions about Smart Steps Children's Academy
Is Smart Steps Children's Academy licensed?
Yes. Smart Steps Children's Academy holds an active Child Care Center licence from Ohio Department of Children and Youth, Child Care Licensing (licence 2190020080). The state record was synced in September 2026.
How much does Smart Steps Children's Academy cost?
Smart Steps Children's Academy does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
