Miami Valley Child Development Centers - Kings Highway

Miami Valley Child Development Centers (MVCDC) proudly serves Dayton as southwest Ohio’s trusted Head Start agency. For 60 years, we’ve provided free and affordable early learning and child care for children from infancy to age five—starting with dedicated support for pregnant women. Expectant mothers receive vital services through our programs, and once their baby turns six weeks old, they can transition smoothly into our early learning options.

Our Kings Highway center, located at 812 Kings Hwy, Dayton, offers a caring, enriching environment designed to meet the needs of infants, toddlers, and their families through our Early Head Start program. We provide both full-day (up to 10 hours) and school-day (up to 6 hours) care options, offering flexibility to support working families, students, and caregivers with varying schedules.

Beyond early education, families at Kings Highway 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 is primarily based on income—families earning 100% or less of the Federal Poverty Level may qualify. Children in foster or kinship care, experiencing homelessness, or with disabilities may also be eligible.

MVCDC is committed to helping Dayton families thrive. Our Kings Highway location is just one of many centers across the region, each tailored to support the unique needs of our vibrant community.

Early Head Start Child Care at Kings Highway in Dayton, Ohio

Miami Valley Child Development Centers (MVCDC) proudly delivers high-quality early learning and child care services throughout Montgomery, Clark, and Madison counties—including right here at our Kings Highway location in Dayton. In addition to our brick-and-mortar centers, MVCDC partners with licensed in-home Family Child Care providers to give families greater flexibility and choice in their child care options.

At our Kings Highway center, we specialize in Early Head Start programming for infants and toddlers ages six weeks to three years. Children enrolled here benefit from a warm, supportive learning environment that’s tailored to meet their individual developmental milestones. We offer both school day and full-day care to accommodate the unique needs of busy Dayton families, whether you're working, attending school, or managing other responsibilities.

MVCDC is deeply committed to preparing young children for lifelong success while supporting the well-being of their families. Our Kings Highway location offers trusted, convenient early childhood education that helps lay the foundation for kindergarten readiness and beyond.

Looking for reliable Early Head Start in Dayton? The Kings Highway MVCDC center is here to support your family every step of the way.

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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

    MVCDC Lincoln Hill

  • Hope Center

    MVCDC Hope Center offers school day and a therapeutic intervention classroom hours.

    1816 Harvard Blvd Dayton, OH 45406

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  • Kings Highway

    MVCDC Kings Highway offers Early Head Start, full day, and school day hours.

    3805 Kings Highway Dayton, OH 45406-3577

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  • Dixie

    MVCDC Dixie offers Early Head Start, full day, and part day hours.

    5421N. Dixie Dr. Dayton, OH 45414-3946

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  • Miami View

    MVCDC Miami View offers Early Head Start, and full day hours.

    830 W. Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402-8318

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  • Aullwood Farm

    MVCDC Aullwood Farm offers school day hours.

    9101 Frederick Pike Dayton, OH 45414-1241

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  • Mad River

    MVCDC Mad River offers part day hours.

    801 Old Harshman Rd Dayton, OH 45431

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Kings Highway Early Learning & Child Care in Dayton

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

Families at Kings Highway can access free and low-cost child care and preschool options if they qualify, making early education more accessible and affordable. We’re proud to support Dayton families by giving children the strong foundation they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.

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  • We serve children from six weeks to five years old, offering Early Head Start for infants and toddlers, as well as preschool programming for older children to help prepare them for kindergarten.

  • The Kings Highway center provides Early Head Start, School Day, and Full-Day care options. These programs are designed to support a variety of family schedules while promoting school readiness and healthy development.

  • Yes, we offer free and affordable early learning programs for families who meet income eligibility requirements. We also serve children in foster care, kinship care, and those experiencing homelessness.

  • To enroll, simply visit our website or contact the Kings Highway center directly. Our team will guide you through the eligibility and application process to help get your child started.

  • Yes! MVCDC is hiring educators, Family Support Specialists, and other team members who are passionate about early childhood education. Visit our careers page to apply and start making a difference in Dayton.

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