Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Gethsemane Christian Day Care-play & Learn
About the School
- Opened in 1980 as a community outreach by Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Play and Learn is a non-profit child care center committed to providing quality early childhood care and education to children ages six weeks through ten years.
- Our goal is to provide your child with stimulating and enjoyable educational experiences in a loving, Christian environment.
- At Play and Learn, our primary concern is to provide quality Christian child care services at an affordable price to families with young children.
- We are proud of the contribution that each member of our staff makes in providing a safe and happy environment where young children are able to grow in mind, body and spirit.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 25%
Academic Profile
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Gethsemane Christian Day Care-play & Learn?
The application deadline for Gethsemane Christian Day Care-play & Learn is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Gethsemane Christian Day Care-play & Learn located?
Gethsemane Christian Day Care-play & Learn is located in the Sharon Heights neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other private schools located in Sharon Heights.
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65 S. Drexel. Ave.
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(614) 252-0781
Distance: 3.9 mi
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Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 26
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Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16
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Distance: 8.4 mi
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Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 26
All-girls
65 S. Drexel. Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students
8145 N High St
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 985-1464
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 761 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 26
3650 Reed Road
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-7883
Distance: 7.2 mi
Gr: NS-12
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Distance: 8.4 mi
Gr: NS-12
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 26
All-girls
65 S. Drexel. Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students
8145 N High St
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 985-1464
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 761 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 26
3650 Reed Road
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-7883
Distance: 7.2 mi
Gr: NS-12
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Distance: 8.4 mi
Gr: NS-12
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 26
All-girls
65 S. Drexel. Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 364 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
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64 E. Selby Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-3149
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students
Christian
50 Westview Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 299-4906
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 77 students
Seventh Day Adventist
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Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-9525
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 231 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
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(614) 267-4535
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 102 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 6
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(614) 459-8285
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 957 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 7
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99 E Cooke Rd
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 268-8671
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Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 431-8215
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 972 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 13
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6675 Worthington Galena Rd
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 431-8215
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 54 students
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5120 Godown Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 210-0830
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 893 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
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4212 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 267-7808
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 364 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
64 E. Selby Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-3149
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students
Christian
50 Westview Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 299-4906
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 77 students
Seventh Day Adventist
870 Griswold St
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-9525
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 231 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
40 E Dominion Blvd
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-4535
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 186 students
Catholic
1300 Urban Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 888-4268
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students
Christian
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Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 299-4906
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 102 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
4567 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 459-8285
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: NS-K | 58 students
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(614) 888-5800
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