
Compare 22 daycare centers in Elkhart. Average rating: 3.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Elkhart has 22 licensed daycares with 93 parent reviews averaging 3.97/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 45% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 46517 (avg 4.73 stars), while 46514 has the largest selection (8 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
2121 Prairie Street, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 134 children
Parents consistently praise Elkhart Child Development Center for its caring, well-educated staff and warm family-like environment. Children show strong developmental progress including potty training and social skills, and most kids are reluctant to leave at pickup. The director Amber is specifically commended for her genuine investment in both children and staff.
29718 County Road 18 West, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Guardian Angel Child Care Ministry has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, faith-based curriculum, fair pricing, and family-like atmosphere, but two negative reviews cite staffing issues, inadequate one-on-one attention, and poor child care practices.
1517 Grant St, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Parents consistently praise Foundations Child Care Center for its caring, passionate staff who treat children like family. Reviews highlight strong communication, structured learning activities, security measures, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is noted for accepting children with special needs and maintaining long-term family relationships.
2424 California Road, Elkhart, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 18 children
This school-based program has received mixed reviews with significant concerns raised by parents. Major issues include inadequate bullying intervention, administrative oversight gaps, and transportation failures. A few reviews appear to reference positive experiences or neutral sentiments about school assignments.
519 10th St, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children
Little Peoples Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, cleanliness, food quality, and happy children, with many calling it the best daycare in Elkhart. However, two negative reviews cite safety concerns, code violations, poor communication, and unprofessional management.
Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Elkhart
Average ratings by facility type in Elkhart, based on parent reviews
Elkhart zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46517 | 7 | 4.73 | 2 | |
| 46516 | 7 | 3.82 | 3 | |
| 46514 | 8 | 3.47 | 0 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Elkhart (17–248 children)
Small
up to 30 children
7
Medium
31–75 children
1
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Elkhart based on parent reviews
2121 Prairie Street, Elkhart, IN
Parents consistently praise Elkhart Child Development Center for its caring, well-educated staff and warm family-like environment. Children show strong developmental progress including potty training and social skills, and most kids are reluctant to leave at pickup. The director Amber is specifically commended for her genuine investment in both children and staff.
1333 Lusher Avenue, Elkhart, IN
Parents highlight the program's homey, structured, and organized environment, noting that teacher Erica fosters strong relationships and prepares children well for kindergarten. Reviewers appreciate the focus on respect, behavior, and educational development within a dependable setting.
706 West Indiana Avenue, Elkhart, IN
One parent describes the center as the best place for a child to learn and grow, highlighting the loving staff. Another review notes the environment is friendly and fun, with a specific appreciation for being African American friendly.
29718 County Road 18 West, Elkhart, IN
Guardian Angel Child Care Ministry has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, faith-based curriculum, fair pricing, and family-like atmosphere, but two negative reviews cite staffing issues, inadequate one-on-one attention, and poor child care practices.
30046 County Rd 16, Elkhart, IN
One parent highlights the quality of care provided at the center. While the feedback is limited, the single review expresses high satisfaction with the attention received.
1517 Grant St, Elkhart, IN
Parents consistently praise Foundations Child Care Center for its caring, passionate staff who treat children like family. Reviews highlight strong communication, structured learning activities, security measures, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is noted for accepting children with special needs and maintaining long-term family relationships.
There are 22 daycare centers in Elkhart, 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 Elkhart have an average rating of 3.97 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 45% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.37 stars. Our analysis covers 93 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Elkhart, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent describes the center as the best place for a child to learn and grow, highlighting the loving staff. Another review notes the environment is friendly and fun, with a specific appreciation for being African American friendly.
Parents highlight the program's homey, structured, and organized environment, noting that teacher Erica fosters strong relationships and prepares children well for kindergarten. Reviewers appreciate the focus on respect, behavior, and educational development within a dependable setting.
Parents consistently praise Elkhart Child Development Center for its caring, well-educated staff and warm family-like environment. Children show strong developmental progress including potty training and social skills, and most kids are reluctant to leave at pickup. The director Amber is specifically commended for her genuine investment in both children and staff.
One parent highlights the quality of care provided at the center. While the feedback is limited, the single review expresses high satisfaction with the attention received.
Guardian Angel Child Care Ministry has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, faith-based curriculum, fair pricing, and family-like atmosphere, but two negative reviews cite staffing issues, inadequate one-on-one attention, and poor child care practices.
Parents consistently praise Foundations Child Care Center for its caring, passionate staff who treat children like family. Reviews highlight strong communication, structured learning activities, security measures, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is noted for accepting children with special needs and maintaining long-term family relationships.
This school-based program has received mixed reviews with significant concerns raised by parents. Major issues include inadequate bullying intervention, administrative oversight gaps, and transportation failures. A few reviews appear to reference positive experiences or neutral sentiments about school assignments.
Little Peoples Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, cleanliness, food quality, and happy children, with many calling it the best daycare in Elkhart. However, two negative reviews cite safety concerns, code violations, poor communication, and unprofessional management.
One parent highlights the clean, safe environment and engaging extra activities, noting that their children enjoy the teachers. They also value the open communication with staff and the affordable snow day and e-learning options.
One parent gives a low rating and explicitly states they do not recommend the facility. No specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or safety were provided in the single review.
Growing Kids Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated teachers and staff. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and emotionally. The center is noted for helping children transition smoothly and for responsive, empathetic management.
Parents consistently praise this daycare center for its caring and professional staff who help children develop confidence and hit developmental milestones. They appreciate the regular communication with parents, positive environment, and children's enthusiasm about attending. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong staff-child relationships and educational value.
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