Montessori preschool · Centerville, OH · reviewed since 2014
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%93+64.4Reliability 31%92+28.3Experts Score= 93Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#19 of 105 daycare centersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 83%
5.0★★★★★20 Google reviews · 10 photos
95%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Inspire Center for Learning five stars based on twenty reviews, with the owner responding to half of them. Parents describe the facility as clean and welcoming, noting that staff members are caring, patient, and communicative. Recurring themes include high teacher retention, flexible support for families, and positive developmental outcomes for children across infant and toddler programs. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 20 Google reviews (14 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 50% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 22, 2026.
Service: Daycare Center serving Centerville, Ohio.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other daycare centers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
Inspire Center for LearningDaycare Centers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Inspire Center for Learning: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
93
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Inspire Center for Learning: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.A
92
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 94.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Inspire Center for Learning: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 42.–
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Star ratings
20 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars1995%
4 stars15%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 14 written reviews
100%praise
Praise14100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
5topics
Staff & attitude643%
Honesty & trust321%
Speed & response214%
Would recommend214%
Quality & results17%
What customers talk about
We read 14 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The teachers are caring and really take the time to know each child individually.”
“As a parent, I can honestly say Inspire has been a wonderful place for my children.”
“Fast forward to today.”
“If you're looking for a daycare that prioritizes both education and emotional development, look no further!”
“We have had such a great experience at Inspire!”
People customers mention
Montessori4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
EEmily1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
As a parent, I can honestly say Inspire has been a wonderful place for my children. The moment you walk in, it feels warm and welcoming. It genuinely has a home-feel that puts both me and my kids at ease. The center is always clean and well kept, which as a mom is one of the first things I notice. The teachers are…
LLyle5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Both of our children have attended Inspire in some form or another for the past ten years since the birth of our first. Committing to a place to watch your newborn is a pretty agonizing thought process as a new parent, but from the first day at Inspire the staff has been incredibly welcoming, informative, and…
LLyndseyLocal Guide · 4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Our family has had such a positive experience at both Inspire Center for Learning and Creative World of Montessori. Over the past 4 years, the teachers have nurtured and guided both my children through multiple stages of growth and developmental phases. My children adore all the teachers that have been apart of…
Mmegan1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Our family loves Inspire and Creative World of Montessori. We have been so impressed with the quality of the facility, staff, and overall experience. They seem to have a much better teacher retention rate than other schools, which to me is huge. That tells me that the staff is happy and treated well. My kids…
LLinaLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Honestly grateful for this place and the staff with the bottom of my heart. My 3rd child has to attend daycare my older two did not. They made the process smooth and the teachers were patient with me while I personally adapted to having a child in daycare. Not only that, my daughter is happy when I drop her off they…
BBrittni6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
My kids love going here so much. They have learned so much. All of the teachers are so caring and loving especially the directors and admins. We absolutely love it here. Been here for over a year and will continue having my kids go here
As a parent, I can honestly say Inspire has been a wonderful place for my children. The moment you walk in, it feels warm and welcoming. It genuinely has a home-feel that puts both me and my kids at ease. The center is always clean and well kept, which as a mom is one of the first things I notice. The teachers are caring and really take the time to know each child individually. The structure and routine are exactly what my kids needed. They've learned so much and come home talking about their day, which tells me they're actually engaged and not just being babysat. The educational side is strong without feeling rigid. I've recommended Inspire to other parents because it's one of those places where you drop your kids off and actually feel at peace. It's clean, it's warm, it's structured, and it feels like home.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much, Emily, for your kind words and for recommending Inspire. We are thrilled to hear the center feels warm, welcoming and home-like to you and your children, and that our team’s care, structure and educational approach are making a real difference. Keeping the space clean and well maintained is a priority, so we appreciate you noticing that. Knowing your children come home excited and engaged is the best feedback we could receive. We look forward to continuing to support your family.
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Lyle James5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lyle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Both of our children have attended Inspire in some form or another for the past ten years since the birth of our first. Committing to a place to watch your newborn is a pretty agonizing thought process as a new parent, but from the first day at Inspire the staff has been incredibly welcoming, informative, and supportive when it comes to our kids. Both of ours attended from infant care up through the 3-6 Montessori program, and they left incredibly well-prepared for their grade school experience. Even today, we take them back for the summer camp, which the kids love as a reunion of sorts with friends from their formative years.
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you, Lyle, for trusting Inspire with your children for the past ten years and for this thoughtful review. We're so glad our team made your early parenting decisions easier and that both children progressed from infant care through the 3-6 Montessori program feeling ready for grade school. It means a lot to hear they still return for summer camp and enjoy reconnecting with friends. We appreciate your continued support and will keep providing a welcoming, nurturing environment for your family.
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Lyndsey SharpLocal Guide · 4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lyndsey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our family has had such a positive experience at both Inspire Center for Learning and Creative World of Montessori. Over the past 4 years, the teachers have nurtured and guided both my children through multiple stages of growth and developmental phases. My children adore all the teachers that have been apart of their education and development and the level of exceptional care is evident every time I step into the facility.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much for sharing your family's experience and for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled our teachers have nurtured and guided your children through so many stages over the past four years, and we’re honored your children adore their teachers. Providing exceptional care is something we strive for every day, and we appreciate that you notice it each time you visit. We look forward to continuing to support your children’s growth and development.
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megan scherer1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews megan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our family loves Inspire and Creative World of Montessori. We have been so impressed with the quality of the facility, staff, and overall experience. They seem to have a much better teacher retention rate than other schools, which to me is huge. That tells me that the staff is happy and treated well. My kids absolutely love their teachers and the other support staff.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much for this wonderful review, Megan. We are thrilled your family loves Inspire and Creative World of Montessori and that our facility, staff, and overall experience have impressed you. Supporting and retaining our teachers is a priority, so it’s especially rewarding to hear your children love their teachers and support staff. We truly appreciate your trust and kind words.
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Lina ChamberlinLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Honestly grateful for this place and the staff with the bottom of my heart. My 3rd child has to attend daycare my older two did not. They made the process smooth and the teachers were patient with me while I personally adapted to having a child in daycare. Not only that, my daughter is happy when I drop her off they have been patient while she has adjusted and the staff has all been wonderful. So grateful for this team.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much, Lina, for your kind words and for trusting us with your daughter. We’re thrilled she’s happy and that our teachers could make the transition smoother for both of you. Our team takes pride in providing patient, caring support during adjustments like this. We’re grateful to be part of your family’s childcare journey and are here if you ever need anything.
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Brittni Ramos6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brittni has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My kids love going here so much. They have learned so much. All of the teachers are so caring and loving especially the directors and admins. We absolutely love it here. Been here for over a year and will continue having my kids go here
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Suszanne GilchristLocal Guide · 108 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Suszanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The staff are friendly and take great care of our little guy. He has attended this school for 4 years now and we intend for him to age out at the end of 8th grade. Update (6 years later): Our little guy is graduating from 8th grade this year. He loves school and excells in this environment. Would definitely recommend to every parent!
Response from the owner · 8 years ago
Thanks for such a great review, Suszanne! We are very happy to have your little guy with us!
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Rachel4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I love the Miamisburg Inspire Center for Learning! As a foster parent, I’ve had several kiddos enrolled here over the years, and each one has thrived in their own way. The staff is incredibly warm, patient, and flexible—qualities that make a big difference when helping children feel safe and supported in a new environment.
I’ve seen my kids grow in everything from letter sounds to social skills and table manners. I really appreciate the Montessori-based approach that encourages independence, hands-on learning, and respect for each child’s unique pace.
As a working parent, it gives me such peace of mind to know they’re in a place where they are not only safe, but truly cared for. Inspire has been a wonderful partner in my parenting journey, and I’m so grateful for the impact they’ve had on our lives.
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Andrea Stotler3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Andrea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our story is a full circle example of grace and courtesy. When we received custody of our daughter at 18 months old in February 2017, Inspire had an opening. Little did we know we were gaining a lifelong family. Miss Donna, known to many, cared for our daughter and helped these first time parents. She grew up emotionally and academically with the teachings and care of Miss Kelly and Miss Kristen until Kindergarten. My parents offered to pay for her education to attend the Catholic school I attended to grow her spiritually so she attended grades K-4. Fast forward to today. We were looking for a school that will allow our daughter to learn through hands on experiences at her pace. Once again, I sent a message to Miss Kristen and she welcomed us back with open arms. Less than an hour later, Miss Danielle of the Wilmington Pike campus called me and it felt like we had known each other forever. We had our tour. As soon as we got into the car, I asked our daughter, “Well what did you think?” Her reply, “I loved it!” We are so grateful to back with our Montessori family and we are excited to watch our daughter excel through the individualized instruction and practices.
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Brittany Garrabrant3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brittany has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
