Miami Valley Child Development Centers - Dixie

Miami Valley Child Development Centers (MVCDC) proudly serves southwest Ohio as a trusted Head Start agency. For 60 years, we have provided free and affordable early learning and childcare for children from infancy to age five, starting with dedicated support for pregnant women.

Our Dixie Early Learning Center, conveniently situated at 5421 N. Dixie Dr., Dayton, is a premier destination for parents seeking exceptional early learning childcare on Dixie Drive. We offer a full range of Early Head Start and Head Start programming, featuring both part-day (about 3.5 hours) and full-day (up to 10 hours) options to accommodate families with varying schedules.

Beyond early education, families at our Dixie location receive wraparound support through a team of Family Support Specialists, Home Visitors, and Coaches who partner with parents to strengthen family stability, financial independence, and long-term success.

Eligibility for Free & Affordable Care

Our programs are designed to be highly accessible to local families:

Income-Based: Families earning 100% or less of the Federal Poverty Level may qualify.
Priority Enrollment: Children in foster or kinship care, those experiencing homelessness, or children with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Early Head Start, Full-Day, and Part Day Hours in Dayton, OH

MVCDC proudly delivers high-quality early learning throughout the region. In addition to our center-based classrooms, we partner with licensed in-home Family Child Care providers to give families greater flexibility and choice.

At our 5421 N. Dixie Dr. center, we provide comprehensive early education designed to meet the diverse needs of Dayton families. We specialize in:

Infant Learning Programs (6 weeks to 18 months): Nurturing, sensory-based care designed to support foundational brain development.
Toddler Development (18 months to 3 years): Warm, supportive classrooms tailored to help young children meet important growth and behavioral milestones.
Kindergarten Readiness (Ages 3 to 5): Structured, play-based preschool programming for children preparing to enter elementary school.
Flexible Care Options: Choose between part-day and full-day schedules depending on your family's work, school, or training needs.

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Other Dayton Locations

Lincoln Hill

MVCDC Lincoln Hill offers Early Head Start, full day, and school day hours.
200 Dover Street Dayton, OH 45410
Hope Center

MVCDC Hope Center offers school day and a therapeutic intervention classroom hours.
1816 Harvard Blvd Dayton, OH 45406
Kings Highway

MVCDC Kings Highway offers Early Head Start, full day, and school day hours.
3805 Kings Highway Dayton, OH 45406-3577
Dixie

MVCDC Dixie offers Early Head Start, full day, and part day hours.
5421N. Dixie Dr. Dayton, OH 45414-3946
Miami View

MVCDC Miami View offers Early Head Start, and full day hours.
830 W. Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402-8318
Aullwood Farm

MVCDC Aullwood Farm offers school day hours.
9101 Frederick Pike Dayton, OH 45414-1241
Mad River

MVCDC Mad River offers part day hours.
801 Old Harshman Rd Dayton, OH 45431

Dixie Highway Early Learning & Child Care in Dayton

At MVCDC's Dixie Early Learning Center, we provide high-quality Early Head Start and Head Start programs designed for children from six weeks through age five. Our experienced, compassionate early childhood educators create engaging, play-based learning environments that encourage curiosity, confidence, and healthy development.

Families inquiring about preschool enrollment on Dixie Highway can access free and low-cost childcare options if they qualify, making early education more accessible and affordable. We are proud to support local families by giving children the strong foundation they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.

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Our center is conveniently located at 5421 N. Dixie Dr., Dayton, OH 45414. If you are looking for the MVCDC Dixie Drive location, you have found the right place!
Early Head Start at the Dixie location begins for children as young as six weeks old and continues through age three. This program offers nurturing, high quality early learning designed to support infant and toddler development in a safe and engaging environment.
The School Day program typically offers around six and a half hours of care, aligning with a traditional school schedule, while the Part Day program provides care for about three and a half hours per day. Both are available at the Dixie center to support different family needs.
Yes, the Dixie center offers full day Early Head Start services, providing up to ten hours of care per day for qualifying families. This option is ideal for working parents or those attending school who need extended hours of support.
Most families qualify by meeting income eligibility requirements, typically earning at or below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level. Children in foster care, kinship care, or experiencing homelessness, as well as those with disabilities, may also qualify regardless of income.
Yes, children enrolled at the Dixie center receive nutritious meals and snacks daily. Meals are provided at no cost and meet USDA guidelines to support healthy growth and development.
Yes! Our infant learning program and toddler development classrooms operate with both part-day and full-day options (up to 10 hours) to support busy, working parents.
We are an official MVCDC Head Start and Early Head Start facility. While parents sometimes search for us as a traditional early learning childcare on Dixie or neighborhood center, our programs go much further by offering comprehensive education, kindergarten readiness, and direct family support services.