Best Daycare Centers in East Chicago, IN
Compare 5 daycare centers in East Chicago. Average rating: 4.17/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
East Chicago, Indiana at a glance
- Daycares
- 5
- Avg rating
- 4.17/5
- Parent reviews
- 15
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 1
East Chicago offers 5 licensed daycares, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.17/5.80% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in East Chicago.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Chicago
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1New Horizons Child Care Ministry INC.3.51 score3.2(8)
3924-28 Main Street, East Chicago, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
New Horizons Child Care Ministry Inc. in East Chicago has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and helpful service, the majority report serious concerns including poor communication, late/missing payments, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate facility conditions, and lack of structure or proper protocols.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in East Chicago
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in East Chicago, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
East Chicago zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46312 | 5 | 4.17 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in East Chicago (37–136 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
1
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in East Chicago based on parent reviews
Merchants Of Hope Enrichment Academy
3741 Martin Luther King Drive, East Chicago, IN
One parent describes the staff as nice and expresses a strong love for the school, while another gives it a perfect 10/10 recommendation.
Robertson Child Development Center INC.
4860 Olcott Avenue, East Chicago, IN
A few parents describe the center as a great and awesome place for children, with one noting satisfaction in having both worked there and enrolled their child. However, a single negative review alleges insufficient staff monitoring that put kids in danger, accompanied by unhelpful responses from management when concerns were raised.
New Horizons Child Care Ministry INC.
3924-28 Main Street, East Chicago, IN
New Horizons Child Care Ministry Inc. in East Chicago has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and helpful service, the majority report serious concerns including poor communication, late/missing payments, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate facility conditions, and lack of structure or proper protocols.
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Daycare types in East Chicago
Daycare Centers in East Chicago, Indiana
There are 5 daycare centers in East Chicago, Indiana. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in East Chicago have an average rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.17 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in East Chicago, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in East Chicago
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One parent describes the staff as nice and expresses a strong love for the school, while another gives it a perfect 10/10 recommendation.
- Address
- 3741 Martin Luther King Drive, East Chicago, IN
- Phone
- (219) 398-9810
A few parents describe the center as a great and awesome place for children, with one noting satisfaction in having both worked there and enrolled their child. However, a single negative review alleges insufficient staff monitoring that put kids in danger, accompanied by unhelpful responses from management when concerns were raised.
- Address
- 4860 Olcott Avenue, East Chicago, IN
- Phone
- (219) 398-7232
New Horizons Child Care Ministry Inc. in East Chicago has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and helpful service, the majority report serious concerns including poor communication, late/missing payments, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate facility conditions, and lack of structure or proper protocols.
- Address
- 3924-28 Main Street, East Chicago, IN
- Phone
- (219) 378-9848
- Address
- 4001 Deodar Street, East Chicago, IN
- Phone
- (219) 397-7791
One parent describes their experience with GEMINUS HEAD START EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY as highly positive, noting that both of their children attended and now aged 6 and 10, they loved the program. The reviewer appreciated the teaching methods and felt the staff treated them like family.
- Address
- 1401 E 144th St, East Chicago, IN
- Phone
- (219) 391-6512
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Indiana's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Indiana)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 1 facilities